Host a teddy bear Jubilee picnic!

Posted on May 17, 2012 by sarah

The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee weekend is only two weeks away and I’m sure that people up and down the country are busy planning a garden or street party to celebrate. All this excitement got me thinking… what about a party for teddy bears? Then, it hit me! Why not host a Teddy Bear’s Jubilee Picnic?

Firstly, you want to find a great place to host your picnic. A local park or beach would be fantastic, but your garden is also a great choice. Knowing the British weather, though, you may end up having to hold it in your living room if it rains!

Next, send out your invites! This is a teddy bear’s picnic after all, so you could maybe add a picture of a rather royal-looking teddy wearing a crown and holding a sceptre. You’ll also want to make sure that you remember to tell your guests to bring their favourite teddy bear with them! You could even have a dress code; ask everyone and their bears to wear a Union Jack or only red, white or blue coloured clothes.

When it comes to the party itself, try and get as many teddy-themed foods as possible. You could get a teddy bear-shaped cake and biscuits, use teddy bear moulds for jelly and even use teddy bear cookie cutters to cut sandwiches into teddy shapes!

To decorate, stick to red, white and blue! Shops and supermarkets have everything you need for a jubilee party, from bunting to tablecloths. If you’re having your picnic away from home, then take red, white and blue blankets for everyone to sit on, as well as plenty of Union Jack plates and cups!

For entertainment, have a crown-making competition! Buy loads of cardboard, glitter, jewels, tin foil and more and have each guest make a crown for their teddy bears. The winner could get a special treat and everyone gets to keep their crown as a souvenir of the day.

As well as the competition, you could also play royal and bear-themed variations of other party games. You could play ‘Pin the Crown on the Teddy Bear’, or have a game of Pass the Parcel and theme all of the gifts around the Jubilee. Union Jack teddy bear t-shirts would be a great idea!

The possibilities for this type of picnic or party are really quite endless, but I hope that my ideas have certainly given you some inspiration for a party of your own! In fact, if you do decide to host a teddy bear Jubilee picnic, let us know! We’d love to know your own ideas and see some pictures of the day itself. You can simply upload them to Facebook and tag us in them, or send them to us on Twitter by mentioning @thebearworks in your tweet.

Whatever your plans, I hope that you and your bears have a great Jubilee weekend!

Take a teddy to bed.

Posted on May 9, 2012 by sarah

I was having a read through some old news articles the other day, and I came across a really cute story about adults and their teddy bears. Yes, that’s right, adults and their teddy bears! In fact, this article said that more than half of adults still have a teddy bear from childhood, and that the average teddy bear was 27 years old.

The article then went on to say that out of the 6,000 adults questioned, many said that sleeping with a teddy helps them to relax and get to sleep, and is “calming and comforting”. It even said that 25% of men took a teddy bear away on business trips, as it reminds them of home.

I must admit, I agree! I have a cuddly toy lion that I snuggle up with when I’m feeling down or sleepy, and it always makes me feel better or drift off to sleep. That’s why I think that teddy bears make such wonderful gifts for people of any age.

If you know someone who often travels away from home, or perhaps you’re the one travelling and someone will be missing you, why not build a bear online and send it to them to keep them company? From bears to crocodiles, we have something for everyone and they’re all super-cuddly!

Of course, if you’re the one who can’t bear to sleep without your teddy bear, let us know! You can leave a comment below or tweet us at @TheBearWorks. Or, why not send us a picture of your faithful bear? You can post a picture on Facebook and tag us in it, and make sure to take part in this week’s Facebook poll!

Our bears are back!

Posted on May 8, 2012 by sarah

Some of you who have been following us for a while now will have noticed that we’ve been a little low on stock of many of our bears and furry friends. However, we’re really pleased to announce that we’ve managed to sort out the issues we had with stock and we now have plenty of bears and furry friends ready for a new home.

Simply head over to our website to be able to build a bear online and send it to a loved one. They’re great for a birthday or anniversary or to say congratulations, thank you, good luck… in fact, there isn’t an occasion that a bear isn’t perfect for.

And don’t forget that we also have a great range of other animals, including wild animals such as pandas, crocodiles and lions, and even farm animals like pigs, horses and bunnies.

If you take advantage of our restock and give one of our bears or animals a home, let us know! We’d love to see pictures of our wonderful bears and furry friends in their new homes, so either Tweet them to us at @TheBearWorks, or post them on Facebook and tag us in them. We can’t wait to see them, and we hope that your friends and family love their new best friends!

Great Quality bears

Posted on May 5, 2012 by sarah

At The Bear Works, as well as offering you a great choice of clothes and bears, we also pride ourselves on ensuring that they’re of the highest quality. This is so, when you send a bear to a loved one, they receive a thoughtful gift that will last them for years to come.

We know that most of our bears will be sent to young girls and boys, and we also understand that sometimes they’re not the gentlest with their toys. This is why we ensure that our bears have high-quality stitching all over, so they’ll always be up for even the most exciting adventures.

Also, all of our bears are extra-cuddly. After all, cuddling is the best thing to do with a teddy bear! They have incredibly soft fur that makes them wonderful for babies or toddlers.

Finally, if you’re thinking of adding a sound box when you build a bear, you’ll be pleased to know that the batteries can be changed quickly and easily. This is especially handy when you know that it’s going to be getting plenty of use!

And it’s not just our bears that are great! We ensure that every bear is delivered with the utmost attention to care, and we even offer a next day delivery service from as little as £3.95 for those emergency gifts! We’ve had thousands of happy customers since we opened in 2005, so if you want to send a bear to a loved one, choose The Bear Works!

Send a bear for Father’s Day!

Posted on April 28, 2012 by sarah

A teddy bear may sound like a bit of an odd present for Dad, but at The Bear Works you can build a bear that’s simply perfect for any family member.

You could start by choosing your dad’s favourite animal, so he doesn’t have to have a teddy bear! We also have cats, dogs, farm animals and wild animals, so you’ll be spoiled for choice.

When it comes to outfits, we’re sure to have something that make Dad smile. If he’s a real football nut, our red football kit will be perfect. Or, if he enjoys a spot of motor racing, our NASCAR Car Racing Uniform is ideal. Finally, if Dad is proudly Cornish, we have a whole range of Cornish clothing for bears.

Our bears make wonderfully personal gifts for any occasion, and any recipient is sure to really appreciate the thought that you’ve put into making it. You can also send a bear to anywhere in the UK, so make your dad smile on the 17^th June and send him one for Father’s Day!

The mystery of the rock star bear!

Posted on April 20, 2012 by sarah

A friend of mine sent me a link to an article the other day that I just had to share with you all!

It seems that the pop band McFly were given a teddy bear dressed up as a rock star, who has now gone on to be the band’s mascot! This funky teddy even joins the band onstage, right next to bassist Dougie.

However, the band are now looking to find out who gave them the bear, so that they can auction him off and give the proceeds to a charity of the bear’s owner’s choice. He was left behind at McFly’s Swindon gig on the 12^th April, so be sure to get in touch if you have any information!

Of course, if you want to build your own rock star bear, head over to our main site! Our Easy Rider Biker outfit does the job for boy bears, while the Diva Outfit is ideal for girls to rock out in. And don’t forget that all of our outfits will fit all of our bears and furry animals, so you can build a bear that’s just perfect for you!

McFly hunt bear mascot owner – Swindon Advertiser

Bears for all occasions!

Posted on April 14, 2012 by sarah

At the Bear Works, we’re always saying that our bears make wonderful gifts for all occasions, but today I thought I would have a look at three of our furry friends and see just what situations they would be best for.

Our sweet Vanilla Bear is just perfect for a Christening gift. His soft white fur is simply lovely, and every baby needs a special teddy bear! Dress him in our sweet Angel Outfit, for a gift that will be treasured for years to come.

As we’re getting closer to the summer, we’re moving towards exam season and then, hopefully, graduation for many students. Dress our Caramel Twist Bear in our Graduation Outfit and you have a thoughtful present to commemorate your loved one’s achievement.

Our Black Grizzly Bear is a cheeky individual, and we think that dressing him in our Red Football Kit makes him a great gift to celebrate winning a football match. We know that he’ll be loved however old the aspiring football star is!

Whoever you’re buying for or whatever the occasion, we’re sure to have a bear and outfit combination for you to build online. And, if we’ve given you some inspiration for a gift that’s been proving particularly difficult; you’re welcome!

Parties at The Bear Works!

Posted on April 7, 2012 by sarah

You may already know that we have our very own shop, situated in Treasure Park, Cornwall, but did you know that we hold parties there, too? Perfect for birthdays, class outing or staff events, our Bear Works parties start from as little as £8 per person.

Packed full of fun games, our parties allow each guest to build their own bear that they can then take home with them. If that’s not enough, we can even offer a choice of hot or cold food for each guest.

If a party at The Bear Works sounds like great fun to you, click here for more information, or follow the link below!

It’s Party Time at The Bear Works!

Why choose The Bear Works?

Posted on March 31, 2012 by sarah

As I’m sure you all know, there are many places on the internet and the high street where you can build a bear or other cuddly animal and personalise it with fun outfits and accessories. Here at the Bear Works, we strive to be the best so here are five great reasons why you should choose us for all of your bear needs!

We offer more personalisation options than any other online store. From ready-made friends to bears and animals, right through to outfits, clothes and accessories, you can build a bear that’s just perfect for any occasion or anyone!
If you’ve had a birthday sprung on you with little notice, or have been struggling to find that perfect gift and completely run out of time, we offer next-day delivery from as little as £3.95. This gives you peace of mind that your bear with arrive with your loved one when you want it to.
Unlike other national chains with a store in every city, we are a small, independent business based in Cornwall. Established in 2005, our small size means that we can treat every order with the care and attention that it deserves.
We have thousands of happy customers from all across the UK. We pride ourselves on offering the best possible customer service and our glowing customer testimonials are testament to our dedication.
Finally, if you should receive your bear and for whatever reason you’re not happy or have changed your mind, we offer a 14-day money back guarantee.

Personalised bears and furry friends make fantastic gifts for any occasion, and we hope that whenever you want to send a bear to a loved one, you choose The Bear Works every time!

Great new sports outfits for bears – Get into the spirit of the Olympics 2012!

Posted on March 24, 2012 by sarah

The Olympics are on their way! With the route of the Olympic Flame being released this morning, I’m getting more and more excited. Not to mention that the weather’s getting better and better each day, it’s going to be a very sporty summer indeed! Get your bear prepared with these fantastic new sports outfits from The Bear Works.

There’s no better way to enjoy a summer’s day than a kick about in the park, and this great red football kit is a great way to let your bear join in, or to cheer on your favourite team.

While cheerleading may not be an Olympic sport, it’s a great way to stay active, and our sports men and women are going to need all the support and cheering they can get at the games!

Whatever sport you’re taking part in, this great jogging outfit is a great way for girls to join in without getting any of their gorgeous dresses ruined.

The Olympic Games are the event of the summer, so get yourself and your cuddly friend in the spirit with these fantastic bear outfits. Or, if you know a sport nut, why not build a bear with one of these outfits and send it to them? Our bears make fantastic gifts, whatever the occasion!