Dr Bear Fu Shrink's blog: "Fuzzy Wuzzy was a Bear"

Hi - I get asked a lot of questions about the teddy bears, so I thought I would answer them here.

When did you start making teddy bears?

I started making them a long time ago. I started to impress a woman I cared very much for who collected teddy bears.

Wait, you're straight?

Lots of guys who are straight make teddy bears. Ok, maybe not "Lots"....

Why do you still make teddy bears?

I find it relaxing. I work on computers all day, so it's nice to have a hobby that doesn't require one. Also, I work on the miniature bears (smaller than 4" tall) when I travel for business - mostly because I can't get my sewing machine past airport security. :)

What do you do with the teddy bears when they're done?

The full sized bears are usually donated to charities for auctions. The miniatures I give away to close friends.

Do you ever sell the teddy bears?

No. If I did it would become too much like work, and I already have a full time job. Besides, if I had to take one of my hobbies and turn it into a business it would be wine making.

What if I would like one of your teddy bears. How do I get one?

As I said, I sometimes give them to close friends. Chances are if you know my cell phone number or where my next business trip is to you fall into that category.

I also occassionally will make one for a collector, but you need to prove you really collect teddy bears.

I'm not a close friend but REALLY want a bear. Now what?

I guess that's the purpose of social networking sites, huh - to make new friends. So drop me a note and say hi.

TTFN - Kenny (fwwabear)