Thursday, December 16, 2010

Brown Teddy Bear



I am not sure if I have ever shared this little
 antique teddy bear with you.
He is very ,very old ...
and belonged to the great aunt of a family friend.
I found him in a box with some other old toys
 when we helped clean out the attic. 

He's a silly bear.
 Here he is lounging about in a brown transfer ware gravy boat. 


...wearing a bit of tattered lace as an ascot...





And here....posing with a tiny bisque doll.

This time of year,
 I like to get out all my antique toys to use in my
 Christmas vignettes.
It's my chance to play!

And speaking of playing...
I am off to Connecticut tomorrow to meet up with the girls for some fun and Christmas shopping at a few of my favorite shops. 

I'm bringing my camera and hope to take lots of pictures to share.

I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!
:)

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39 comments:

  1. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEDecember 16, 2010 at 10:23 PM

    What a precious bear....we never get too old to play with our toys! Have fun on your getaway!!

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  2. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeDecember 16, 2010 at 10:25 PM

    Love your little bear. He is just wonderful. Have fun shopping. Hugs, Marty

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  3. High Street CottageDecember 16, 2010 at 10:26 PM

    Hi Laura, is it a Steiff Bear? They are quite collectable. Either way He's a beauty! I have a small doll that was my Grandmother's and she's quite delicate. Every now and then I take her out and admire. Thanks for the sweet comment on my blog. Every time I come here and see your pretty photo to the side the little pots filled with periwinkle colored hydrangeas, I think it's one of the best online photos I've seen. Hugs tami

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  4. oldgreymareDecember 16, 2010 at 10:43 PM

    Have a wonderful visit and please give Carole a huge hug for me please?

    xxx

    Suzan

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  5. Vicki BosterDecember 16, 2010 at 10:44 PM

    Laura - I am new to your blog and am so excited to be a new follower. I love your beautiful photos and your lovely vignettes. Thank you for sharing your passions and making all that you do so beautiful for us to see!

    Happy Holidays~~

    vicki

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  6. Maura @ Kisiwa Creek PhotographyDecember 16, 2010 at 10:51 PM

    Hello Laura!
    I LOVE your teddy bear. I used to have one very similar to yours although mine was probably from the late 40's early 50's and when you pressed his tummy in and out he played Brahms Lullaby. Beautiful photo's ...as usual ;) Have a wonderful time in Connecticut...sounds like a wonderful place to shop!
    Maura :)

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  7. Blessed SerendipityDecember 16, 2010 at 10:54 PM

    I love your bear. He looks like he has been loved and hugged a lot. Your little doll is precious. Have fun with the girls and shop till you drop.

    -Danielle

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  8. The Feathered NestDecember 16, 2010 at 11:26 PM

    ohmygoodness Laura!!!! I'm so in LOVE with your old teddy bear, what a precious face he has!!!! I love it that you use old toys in your Christmas displays, that's such a great idea!!! I just want to wish you a wonderful Christmas sweet friend, hugs and love, Dawn

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  9. Gypsy PurpleDecember 16, 2010 at 11:49 PM

    Sooooooo lovely!

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  10. ClaudiaDecember 17, 2010 at 1:34 AM

    Hej Laura,

    the bear is sooooooooo sweet and beautiful.
    I like him very much. Thank you for the lovely fotos.

    Greetings from Germany, Claudia

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  11. Vintage is for LoversDecember 17, 2010 at 2:39 AM

    Your darling bear is amazing!!!! I have a collection of antique toys in our nursery. I have been wondering what to do with them when baby Oliver turns 1 . . . now I know! Happy Holidays! xo Samantha

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  12. Hannekie(Sisterly)December 17, 2010 at 3:20 AM

    this one is so cute..love him
    hugs hannie

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  13. Kikka NDecember 17, 2010 at 3:24 AM

    Old Teddies are the Best fellows... ! :)

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  14. UnknownDecember 17, 2010 at 3:59 AM

    So sweet and lovely - thank you for this wonderful pics!

    Have a nice friday and don't forget the little breaks

    Tine

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  15. Chocolates4Breakfast (Terri Malinovich)December 17, 2010 at 4:08 AM

    What an awesome, little bear! He is so lucky you found him!

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  16. Jacqueline @ HOMEDecember 17, 2010 at 4:42 AM

    Dear Laura,
    I love your Teddy bear.....I really love tiny things.....I have a similar one that was my Mother-in-law's. Now that you have shown yours, I am wondering where I put mine !!
    Have a wonderful time with the girls and please say Hi to Carole for me. Oh how I wish that I lived near to you. .... I look forward to seeing your photos of your get together.
    Have fun Laura. XXXX

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  17. stil-blicke.blogspaot.comDecember 17, 2010 at 8:54 AM

    Was für ein süsser kleiner Antikbär.... es könnte Steiff sein... oder??? Egal.... in die kleine Maus kann man sich sofort verlieben. Ich habe selbst sehr viele antike Bären und andere Tiere... meist von Steiff und liebe das Alte.... nur diese alten Sachen haben diesen gewissen Charme! Sehr hübsch arrangiert mit der alten Spitze.

    Winterliche Weihnachtsgrüße aus Germany

    PuNo/Monika

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  18. MayflowerDecember 17, 2010 at 9:00 AM

    Ohhhh.....he is so cute dear Laura. What a beautiful teddy bear, I love it.
    I wish you a wonderful weekend.
    Warm wishes, Mea

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  19. OhSoVintageDecember 17, 2010 at 9:05 AM

    He looks surprised at being woken up!

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  20. Cheryl @ Bingle BearsDecember 17, 2010 at 9:13 AM

    He's a GORGEOUS bear!

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  21. The French BearDecember 17, 2010 at 9:30 AM

    Laura, what a sweet bear!!!! Be still my heart! You know me and bears....oh he is just the cutest bear! The doll is precious too....I love how you arranged them, perfect!
    Have a fun time with the girls, give that Evi a big hug for me, wish them all a Happy Christmas......
    Hugs,
    Margaret B

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  22. UnknownDecember 17, 2010 at 9:32 AM

    ...oh my!! This little bear tugs at me:)
    ~ and that is saying something as I am a stuffed rabbit kinda girl, but there is just somethin' about that face!!
    Xo, Rosemary

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  23. Lisa JohnsonDecember 17, 2010 at 9:43 AM

    Love your sweet little bear! I would have wanted it too. Have fun shopping with your girlfriends. Can't wait to see the pictures.

    Hugs,
    Lisa

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  24. LululizDecember 17, 2010 at 10:14 AM

    I just love the expression on his little face, he is just crying out for lots of cuddles.

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  25. Angela GrasseDecember 17, 2010 at 10:44 AM

    That bear has a great face!!! Love him!
    Merry Christmas
    Angela

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  26. ClaudiaDecember 17, 2010 at 12:45 PM

    Hello Laura,

    tonight, at 21 clock, the search image lottey will be finish.
    Maybe are you looking over at my blog.
    All had fun finding your blog.

    Of course, you can be my mouse picture show it to your blog. You can copy the picture from my blog.

    Many lovely greetings from Germany,
    Claudia

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  27. UnknownDecember 17, 2010 at 1:10 PM

    I love him. Just during Christmas? I keep mine year around since collecting bears is my love. He is precious. Blessings, Marta.

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  28. KKvinnebloggerDecember 17, 2010 at 4:36 PM

    Oh, how cute :)

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  29. Les CotrionsDecember 17, 2010 at 6:17 PM

    I love your old teddy bear Laura!
    Enjoy your week end with friends!
    Big hugs
    Vale

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  30. Vintage GalDecember 17, 2010 at 6:40 PM

    I love the bear ~ so cute!
    Have fun Christmas shopping with the girls

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  31. debi lynn mattinglyDecember 17, 2010 at 8:03 PM

    If we don't talk again before Christmas..have a beautiful and loving holiday my dear sweet friend! Take lots of pics of our fav store!!! xo...deb

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  32. DarDecember 17, 2010 at 10:29 PM

    You have quite the darling little Eddie there I believe. He is absolutely adorable. Who doesn't love a teddy bear, new or old, they are all so hug-able.
    BlessYourHeart and Christmas

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  33. SuzDecember 17, 2010 at 10:49 PM

    Oh, the bear is so sweet, Laura. You arrange your things beautifully. That s an art form in itself!
    Love,
    Suz

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  34. mary anneDecember 18, 2010 at 1:43 AM

    Hi Laura:

    Such sweet memories..........if only toys could talk!

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  35. oldflowers4meDecember 18, 2010 at 3:21 AM

    SqueaL ....i love your silly old bear.

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  36. Sussi / SussinghurstDecember 18, 2010 at 5:23 AM

    I think that he's a Lady's friend, Old Teddy ;-)

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  37. LizlovesVintageDecember 18, 2010 at 6:51 AM

    He is so cute and in good condition.I just passed up on a bisque doll at the thriftshop for $10.00. It was in the original box.Wish we could get together one day and do some thrifting. Would be fun!Hugs, liz

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  38. cheryl kuhnDecember 18, 2010 at 11:12 AM

    stunning photos!! Have a wonderful time on your excursion, cannot wait to see the photos!

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  39. AnonymousDecember 18, 2010 at 6:03 PM

    He is a precious little bear!!! Thanks for sharing, The Victorian Tailor

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