Beginning as a small antique shop in rural Boyds, Maryland way back in the disco and bell-bottom days of 1979; The Boyds Collection Ltd.® has been making folks laugh and sigh for over 25 years! Today, we're a small bunch of slightly off-center, fun folks working hard (or is that hardly working?) not real far from where we began, near Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, to bring you whimsically unique teddy bears, floppy-eared hares and other friends in the true, old-world teddy making tradition.

As Boyd's Bears grew, we recognized folks' need for affordable giftware items and nifty stuff to decorate the home. Today the line has grown to include everything from dressed to bean-filled bears and friends to figurines, accessories, pottery, home decor and much more! With skilled hands and a bit of magic, our master bear crafters bring each Boyds piece to life using only the finest quality materials creating (if we do say so ourselves) fantastic gifts for all occasions. From birthdays and special occasions, to home decorating and those everyday moments when folks simply need a bear hug and a smile...the Folks at Boyds have you covered!

But in the end, what really makes a Boyds Bear or friend special is someone special...like you...who will give it lots of love, plenty of bear hugs and share in life's fun and adventures for many years to come!

About the Artist - Jim Shore

The Inspiration... As a young boy growing up in rural South Carolina, Jim Shore spent many hours with his grandmother, a master quilter, gaining an

appreciation for what would later become his passion. His early fascination of design and color found in classic

American quilts has led him to become one of today's premier folks artists.
The Jim Shore Teddy Bear Collection combines his truly unique and inspirational use of color and folk art imagery with a collection based on his very own "much loved" boyhood teddy bear. Randomly placed patterns found on every creation not only add character and personality, but also assure that each teddy bear is a true one-of-a-kind creation.

The Teddy Bears... Inspired by his very own boyhood teddy bear, Jim was instrumental in the design and construction of each bear in the Collection. Each bear features button fastened arms and legs, antique felt covered eye, head sewn nose and mouth, fully jointed head and neck.

A special distressed plush was chosen to give each bear a worn and much loved look. Floppy arms and legs add to the antique look by the sparse use of poly-filing in the top and bottom of the arms and legs and extra beans in the bottom of each. All bears in the collection showcase Jim's original works of art. A custom fabric and printing process assures the integrity of Jim Shore's original artwork is replicated on each and every creation with special attention to color and detail. No Two Alike! A combination of randomly placed patterns with carefully placed scenes and designs tell a visual story. This unique design element makes each bear in the collection a one-of-a-kind keepsake.

Bless This Home

This 14-inch golden bear wears a maroon dress with moss

green cuffs, and accented with embroidered garland and sunflowers complete with button embellishments

Includes gift box and stand. 

#92006-14

Limited Edition

14" High Plush

$ 65

In Stock

America the Beautiful

This 14-inch golden bear wears a quilted dress with gathered sleeves.  Her button down smock features a tone on tone

pocket and star accented fabric.  A combination of purple,

red and green embroidery accents her dress and the trim. 

Includes gift box and stand. 

#92006-15

Limited Edition

14" High Plush

$ 65

In Stock

All Aboard !

Includes gift box

#92006-16

Limited Edition

20" High Plush

$ 145

In Stock

Purrfect Friends

Includes gift box & Stand

#JS4014725

Limited Edition

14" High Plush

$ 79.50

On Order

Heaven's Angel

Includes gift box & Stand

#JS4014724

Limited Edition

18" High Plush

$ 98.50

In Stock

Bearing Gifts

Includes gift box & Stand

#JS4014709

Limited Edition

18" High Plush

$ 145

In Stock

similar ornament sold below

Peace on Earth

Includes gift box & Stand

#JS4014710

Limited Edition

14" High Plush

$ 85

In Stock

Folk Artist Jim Shore at our store June 12, 2009 to support the Philadelphia Police Memorial Trust fund for

 John Pawlowski with Susan and our good friend Steve, signing his limited edition Boyd's Angel Bear

Thanks Jim,  You are a truly wonderful man !

Blessed Garden Angel

4015948

14" High

Includes Gift Box & Stand

$ 110

Now In Stock

Kringle Bear

4014716

Plush Ornament Style

6"high

$ 22.50

Now In Stock

Angel

4014715

Plush Ornament Style

6"high

$ 22.50

Now In Stock

Kringle Bear

4014717

Plush Ornament Style

6"high

$ 22.50

Now In Stock

Holiday Wishes Bear

4014691

Gift Tag Bear

5"high

$ 7.95

Now In Stock

Tis the Season Bear

4014693

Gift Tag Bear

5"high

$ 7.95

Now In Stock

Stocking Stuffer Bear

4014694

Gift Tag Bear

5"high

$ 7.95

Sorry - Sold Out

Be Merry Bear

4014689

Gift Tag Bear

5"high

$ 7.95

Now In Stock

Yuletide Greetings Bear

4014692

Gift Tag Bear

5"high

$ 7.95

Now In Stock

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Snowman Bear

 Christmas by Jim Shore

Large - 14"h

$29.50

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Santa Bear

 Christmas by Jim Shore

Large - 14"h

$29.50

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Cat Bear

by Jim Shore

Large - 14"h

$ 29.50

Inspired by Jim Shore's boyhood teddy bear, these bears have that "well-loved" look that includes button-fastened joints, not-so-great posture, and stuffing that's a little bit settled. As part of our Jim Shore Teddy Bear Collection, Jim's traditional folk art designs come to life on the bear's belly, paws and ears. These one-of-a-kind bears are sure to capture your heart with there rich, vibrant detailing, and a combination of randomly placed patterns and carefully placed scenes...all from the talented hand of Jim Shore

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Angel Bear

 Christmas by Jim Shore

Large - 21"h

$ 44.50

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Noah Bear

by Jim Shore

Large - 14"h

$ 29.50

Sorry - Sold Out

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Cat Bear

by Jim Shore

Large - 14"h

$ 26.50

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Hope Bear

by Jim Shore

Large - 14"h

$ 29.50

Sorry - Sold Out

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Winters Wonder Cloth

 Christmas by Jim Shore

Large - 13"h x 9"w

$24.50

Small - 8.5"h x 6"w

$15.50

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