Adopt a Bear

Modern (likely 2010s–2020s)

"Ellie Tuskerton & Tiberius Stripe Long ago, on the edge of the Whispering Savannah, lived an elephant named Ellie Tuskerton and a tiger named Tiberius Stripe."

"Rongo Orangutan, the Jungle Philosopher Deep in the heart of the Great Mumblegrumble Jungle lived Rongo Orangutan, a thoughtful soul famous for offering wisdom that was occasionally brilliant and frequently bewildering."

Jean Greenhowe (pattern attribution only; handmade by an unknown knitter)

"Bubbles McDreamy the Bedtime Clown For many years, Bubbles McDreamy has been the keeper of bedtime routines and gentle evening reminders."

"Archibald Explorer, accidental adventurer, and collector of improbable stories."

"Pudding A connoisseur of afternoon tea and rainy-day reading Pudding has always believed that the very best conversations happen over a warm cup of tea and a plate of biscuits."

Mid-20th century (c.1950s–1960s) · Pedigree

"Gulliver the Golden Traveller Gulliver the Golden Traveller was born in New Zealand many decades ago, and from the very beginning he suspected that life was far too interesting to be spent sitting on a shelf."

Modern (likely 2008 –2013)

"Monkey D."

Dan Dee (Collector's Choice)

"Name: Barnaby Buttonheart Barnaby Buttonheart was never meant to end up at the refuse shop."

c. 1999 · Robin Rive

"Whimsythorn Winifred Bramblewick was born beneath a silver moon in the hidden Bramblewick Wood, a place known only to bears, butterflies, and those who still believe in magic."

late 1990s

"**The Rise, Fall, and Comeback Tour of Ricky Bear** Ricky Bear was a superstar."

Associated with the Shangai Animation Film Studio cartoon series in the 1980's

"**The Adventures of Black Cat Sheriff** For many years, Black Cat Sheriff was the bravest law officer in the forest."

Lily & George

"I’m a long-limbed little mouse with striped stockings and a soft pink nose for sniffing out the coziest corners."

The knitting patterns were first published in the 1970's. · Jean Greenhowe knitting pattern, recognisable by the characteristic elements of each character.

"Bartholomew Bumblebuttons, the Bicycle Butcher Meet Bartholomew Bumblebuttons, the most unusual butcher ever to wobble down a village lane on two wheels."

Longbo

"Bao the panda had spent her whole life in a home filled with love."

2005 · Gracie & Doug

"Zuri was no ordinary cheetah."

Hamleys (branded label)

"Little Harriett may be a Hamleys pup, but in her heart she's always been a tiny adventurer with a very big personality."

Mid-20th century (approx. 1940s–1960s)

"I came into a family last century, and for a long time I was the one lifted down from the pillow at bedtime and carried through the house by one small, steady pair of hands."

Contemporary (late 20th century to present) · Me to You

"I’m a soft grey bear with a little blue nose and a stitched-up look that says I’ve got plenty of comfort to give."

Country Life (label)

"I’m Barley, a Country Life bear with a coat the colour of warm toast and a tartan bow tied neat at my throat."

GUND (Heads & Tails line)

"I’m a peachy little bear with a warm nose and a ribbon that likes to be fussed into a neat bow."

1960s (approx.) · Boulgom

"Pierre the Pastry Inspector Pierre spent many years conducting highly unofficial inspections of bakeries throughout France."