Robyn

I’ve shared a special connection with Effanbee since September of 2020, when I purchased a bear I’ve nicknamed Fergus. He was the first American teddy bear to join my collection, notable for its original Effanbee label sewn over its paw pad. This label captivated me and ignited my passion for researching early American teddy…

There’s no need for me to repeat the story that I’m sure we’ve all heard a thousand times before — how this furry play toy came to be known as the ‘teddy bear’. Instead, this blog will be targeted towards those who are well past that point in their collecting journey. If you do…