Roald Dahl Story Day 13th September
“If you have good thoughts, they will shine out of your face like sunbeams and you will always look lovely” – The Twits, Roald Dahl
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Shrek
2001 was the year that the world was introduced to the fictional, angry ogre, Shrek. The word ‘Shrek’ is derived from ‘Schrek’, the German word for ‘fright’ or ‘terror’. Loved by adults and children alike, Shrek is an animated film featuring adult-oriented humour whilst appealing to children at the same time. The award-winning film is …
Celebrate Teddy Bears’ Picnic Day the Steiff Way
If you go down to the woods today, you’re sure of a big surprise! It’s Teddy Bears’ Picnic Day, celebrated every year on 10th July. We thought it’d be a great opportunity to think about who we’re going to invite to our very own Steiff teddy bears’ picnic. Trust us, with over 120 Steiff teddy …
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Paddington Bear
On Christmas Eve in 1956, Michael Bond saw a small toy bear left on a shelf in a London store. Feeling sorry for the bear, left alone, he purchased it as a gift for his wife and named it Paddington, as they lived near Paddington Station. For fun, he wrote some stories about the bear …
Steiff Father’s Day Gift Guide 2021
Show him how much you care with a Steiff Father’s Day is coming up soon on Sunday 20th June 2021 – have you started thinking about what to buy your Dad this year? If you’re stuck for gift ideas, looking for the perfect gift, or even just spoiled for choice from our massive range of Steiff toys and …
Beatrix Potter
With so many children’s books and characters, these days it can be hard to keep up with who’s who as they come and go in popularity. One character who has kept their popularity over the years is Peter Rabbit, the main character created by Beatrix Potter, along with Mopsy, Benjamin Bunny and Cottontail. Born in …
Steiff Spring Lambs
Spring is a time of renewal and new life… Sheep have their lambs in late winter or early spring as they need to eat lots of fresh grass so that they can make milk for their lambs. Usually the farmer will bring the ewe, or mother sheep, into a barn to give birth. Amazingly, they …
Easter Bunnies, Chicks & Bears!
At our Steiff shop, we have all the amazing animals to make the season special, from Easter bunnies & chicks to loveable bears! Transform your home into a Springtime wonderland with a gorgeous Steiff Peipsi Chick plush, lovely, fully washable and part of the beautiful farmyard selection for children, also part of the collection is …
Mother’s Day
Breaking away from the routine of flowers and bath bombs can be harder work than it needs to be. This Mother’s Day surprise the most important woman in your life with a Steiff, a unique way to show how much she means to you and the family. This year more than ever, it is important …
Hugs
Everyone enjoys being hugged, during covid-19 this has sadly become a thing of the past. Many of us have not hugged our families for nearly a year now. Being alone is okay for a while, but months on end can feel lonely. There are ways to keep in touch with your loved ones, but how …