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Why Is a Steiff Baby Toy a Better Gift Than a Silver Bracelet?

When you're looking for a gift for the newborn baby of a friend, relative or even your own there are lots of factors to take into consideration and you really want the baby's present to fit the bill. While ornaments and silver ware are precious and gener... Read >

Dean's Bears Apple Pips Are British Miniature Masterpieces

If you are interested in the history of the teddy bear you may already know that this cuddly toy first appeared in the early 20th century. Stuffed bears were being produced both by Steiff Bears of Germany and by an American toy-maker, but the name was giv... Read >

Steiff Bears Auction at Christies London Raises the Profile of Collectable Teddy Bears

Steiff Bears went under the gavel at Christies last week as the London auction house hosted a huge auction of Steiff teddy bears and animals. The Kensington auction house is renowned for the most headline grabbing sales in the world; previous auctions ha... Read >

Steiff Bears and Schulte's Limited Edition Reinhard Teddy Bear

Steiff Bears have used beautiful materials produced at the Schulte fabric mill in Duisberg, Germany for over 100 years. Founded in 1901 by Reinhard Schulte the factory produced woven plush fabrics and were soon asked, by Richard Steiff to manufacture mat... Read >

Original Anniversary Gifts for the Hard-Of-Gifting

A wedding anniversary can sometimes feel like yet another annual event when you are required to post the obligatory greetings card; often purchased at the last minute with the weekly shop. Personally, I feel that most anniversaries are a time for the cou... Read >