On the Cover

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Fashioning a Fairy Tale

By Trina Laube

“Goldilocks and the Three Bears” is the newest chapter of stunning storybook characters from R. John Wright.

 

The Green Scene

By Stephanie Finnegan

A host of bear artists prove that respect for nature and a reverence for Mother Earth help to build a better bear.

Features

Doll & Teddy Bear EXPO Workshops & Events

Join us Aug. 8–10 in Washington, D.C., at the Doll & Teddy Bear EXPO for a fun-filled weekend of teddy bear workshops and events.

Strokes of Genius

Teddy Bear Review senior contributor Stephanie Finnegan canvasses the bear world to find enterprising artists and their unique artistic impressions.

Exclusively Yours

The Toy Shoppe collaborates with artists and manufacturers to offer collectors exclusive pieces.

The Critters of Whisker Woods

By Trina Laube

Goodreau Doll’s ball-jointed animals make their way onto the doll and bear scene.

Columns

Tracking the Market: Diversity of Props

By Dee Hockenberry

Teddies Reviewed: Old and New

By Ken Yenke

Auction Report: I’ll Remember You

By Robert Obojski

Contemporary Corner: Never Too Early for Christmas

By Beth Phillips

On the Cover

2008 Golden Teddy Award Nominees

Feelin’ Groovy

By Stephanie Finnegan

Jenni Glassford grooves to a contemporary and comical beat.

Sticker Shock

Beth Phillips discusses the ins and outs of artist bear pricing, including materials, tools and hidden costs.

 

Farmer Fresh

Teddy Bear Review senior contributor Stephanie Finnegan chats with Emily Farmer about crafts, kits, mini bears and big dreams, and the joy that chewing the fat with fans can bring.

Little Bears in a Big World

Jacqueline Wilson discusses the joy of collecting tiny teddies.

In the Palm of Your Hand

Robin Ruinsky takes a look at the art of miniatures and six outstanding artists in the field.

Features

A Family Affair

By Trina Laube

At Groves Bears, every collector feels at home.

Budapest Bears

Jacqueline Ruyak pays a visit to teddy bear shop Macimüvek in Budapest, Hungary.

Teddy Terminology

Compiled by Trina Laube

Every collector should learn these teddy terms!

Columns

Tracking the Market: Stamping Out Bears

By Dee Hockenberry

Teddies Reviewed: What a Treat!

By Ken Yenke

Auction Report: Labor of Love

By Robert Obojski

Paw Power: SarahBear and CPR Teddy

By Natalie Hartman Whitnack

Contemporary Corner: Beary Good News

By Beth Phillips

On the Cover

Pattern for Success

By Stephanie Finnegan

By not always following the rules, Lisa Bunting Thoms has forged her own path.

More than Mohair

By Trina Laube

Bear artists are experimenting with a wide variety of fabrics and furs, to the delight of collectors everywhere.

 

Career Blazers

By Stephanie Finnegan

Bear artists share the inner workings of their unexpected workdays.

Features

Curator of Cuddles

By Trina Laube

Maria Balser showcases a breathtaking collection of bears in her My Friends & Me shop.

Teddy Bears of the United States: Then and Now

By Terry and Doris Michaud

Bringing Stories to Life

By Beth Phillips

Susan Scheradella of Lemon Wolf Café thrills collectors with her unique and imaginative vignettes.

Catching Up With Carol-Lynn

Beth Phillips chats with bear artist, writer and “beary godmother” Carol-Lynn Rössel.

A Bear of a Different Color

By Jacqueline Wilson

Teddies come in a rainbow of colors.

Dime Store Treasures

By Jacqueline Wilson

Celluloid teddies make a wonderful addition to a bear collection.

Columns

Tracking the Market: The Bunny Trail

By Dee Hockenberry

Teddies Reviewed: Animal Appraisals

By Ken Yenke

Auction Report: Teddy Bear Museum Sale

By Robert Obojski

Contemporary Corner: Full of Possibilities

By Beth Phillips