I’m a sucker for a soft and cuddly plush toy. If you come into my home you will noticed a variety of plush animals. What you would see is only the “tip of the iceberg.” I have a lot more in the bedroom closet and in storage. I like to rotate them throughout the year.
I’ve always been partial to stuffed animals. Even as a child I would collect stuffed animals.
I would always be attracted to plush animals that had something wrong with them whether it was a crooked eye, matted fur or a missing tail. When I was young I felt like the stuffed animals were real in some way. I knew they were not real (of course!) but in some way I felt like they had feelings. I worried that the flawed ones would never find a home because no one would buy them because they were not “perfect.” I always felt like everyone and everything deserves to be loved and appreciated, so I would intentionally buy the flawed toys. That way I knew they would find someone to love them – ME!
Even as an adult I find myself looking for the less-than-perfect plush toys.
There is something about plush toys that makes me smile and it gives me a sense of peace and comfort. I guess its because they remind me of my childhood.
Whenever a holiday or my birthday comes around, and my husband asks what he can get me, I always tell him “nothing” unless he wants to give me a stuffed animal. I’m always open to that gift idea.
There is a brand new company that makes gifting stuffed animals – teddy bears to be exact – in a unique way.
The company is called Teddy Canz. You might have already guessed that cans has something to do with them.
Teddy Canz are cute, plush teddy bears that come inside a specially designed can. Talk about a unique way to package a teddy bear.
According to the brand:
Our collectible bears are packaged in unique composite cans labeled with amazing artwork, and offers endless thematic variations. Teddy Canz bears and their apparel are made of superlative materials, and can be customized to preference (customization available through direct-sales on TeddyCanz.com).
Additionally, we are honored to partner with the Marines’ Toys for Tots program, through which we donate a bear to a local Toys for Tots repository for every bear sold (through specific campaigns available with participating retailers).
There are currently several varieties of bears available – each one comes in it’s own specially designed can.
Teddy Canz are currently available in the following designs;
- Birthday
- Love
- Dog Gone It
- Story Time
- Hazard
- Bear in the City
- Comfy Spa
- Princess
- Police
- Fire
- It’s a Boy
- It’s a Girl
- Get Well Soon
They did have an Easter bear, but since Easter is over I’m sure that won’t be available for much longer.
I was sent the Comfy Spa bear to review.
The bears really do fit inside the cans. They also come out pretty well. They are not all mashed up from sitting inside their can.
The bear I received is made very well. It’s not a “cheap” bear. It’s also incredibly soft and cuddly and simply adorable.
My bear came wearing a soft and snugly bathrobe. I’m jealous! I wish I had such a luxurious bathrobe.
You can store the bear in the can if you want, but who would want to do that. Instead you could re-purpose the cans to hold small toys, beauty products, craft supplies or even different outfits for your bear. The possibilities are endless.
Teddy Canz would make a great gift for just about anyone – young and old. I’m sure any adult who is feeling under the weather would appreciate a Get Well Soon bear, or a Birthday bear on their birthday.
This would make a great gift for a child or grandchild who live far away. Imagine the look on their face when they open the package and find a can stuffed with a bear inside. They will love it.
Teddy Canz also makes custom designs. You could have cans made up with your company logo as a fun giveaway at your next event.
Teddy Canz sell for $24.99 each (shipping is $6.45 for USPS Priority shipping). They also have a Priority Express option if you need to get the can to the recipient sooner (in case you forgot a birthday).
For more information visit TeddyCanz.com. The brand can also be found on Instagram.
What do you think of the idea of Teddy Canz? Did you see a design or bear that you really like? Feel free to share your thoughts. I always love to hear from readers.
Kimberly
*I received a free product sample to review. There was no compensation. The opinions expressed are my own and not influenced in any way.
Dana Rodriguez says
Those are cute 🙂