If there’s anything we thank the internet
for it’s that we’re blessed with the luxury to buy teddy bears online. As
self-professed lovers of these cuddly toys, the convenience of finding that
specific item, collectible or not, is something we welcome with open arms
especially during the holidays. We’d gladly skip the traffic, the crazy
shoppers, the lack of parking space and the long queues at the counter.
But even so, we cannot discount the fact
that shopping the traditional way still has its charms. It’s retail therapy at
its core although not much for or wallets. Ha! Where else do we score our
favorite teddy bear finds if we can’t do it online then? The answers can be
obvious but for the curious cats allow us to spill.
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Garage Sales
You’re never assured of a fancy new toy to
bring home but garage sales are always worth a shot. Like they say, one man’s
trash can be another man’s treasure. Besides, a lot of people barely know the
worth of some of their old stuff.
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Thrift Stores
Think of thrift shops as a little treasure
game. You’ll never know what you’d find but once you do they’re always bound to
blow your mind. Places like Goodwill and similar establishments carry an
assortment of products and even if they were pre-owned, some of them are
actually worth the trouble especially if you’re one who loves vintage teddy
bears for a fraction of the cost.
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Friends and Family
Trust us when we say this. Never hesitate
to ask friends and family if they’ve got some teddies lying around and looking
for a new home. People tend to be hoarders even of things they no longer need
and want so it’s worth a shot. Plus, it’s always fun to receive a nifty little
heirloom from loved ones even in the form of cuddly stuffed animals and teddy
bears. Hey, we’ve at least received one from our parents or siblings as hand me
downs so why not right?
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Antique Shops
If you can’t find and buy teddy bears
online that fall under the category of vintage collectibles then antique shops
should do you good. Like the others, there is no guarantee here but they’re
always worth the look. They can surprise you and there are tons more
knickknacks to entertain you while you shop.
