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2010-10-18
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- Outfoxing The Mystery Behind This Very Vintage Steiff DogWho doesn't love a surprise? Especially when it may have to do with Steiff! Check out this note from a new friend who writes about a "foundling" discovered in the home of a relative. Caroline shares,"Hi there,I was wondering if you could help me iden...
- This Unusual Steiff Penguin Is All Dressed Up With No Place To Go!Now that the holiday hooligans are in full swing, Steiffgal thought it would be a good time to invite readers to chill out and meet one of her favorite seasonal friends - a wonderful and unusually sized early postwar Steiff penguin. There's just some...
- The Best of The West!on Dec 4, 2016 in antique begging button in ear California charly collectible dog elephant King Charles mohair plaything rabbit Steiff Steiffgal toy velvet vintageTalk about a California gold rush, Steiff style! Steiffgal recently had the pleasure of traveling out west to attend Steiff celebrations on behalf of the company. Attendees were invited to share their personal treasures at these events at fun "s...
- This Well Accessorized Steiff Infantryman Has Uniform Appeal!on Sep 3, 2016 in accessories antique boy button in ear collectible doll felt Germany Infantryman soldier Steiff Steiffgal uniform World War 1Do you need a few marching orders? Then Steiffgal insists you take a look at this perfectly accessorized Steiff Infantryman doll! The detailing on this miniaturized military doll is simply astounding. Check out his great presentation and posture, amo...
- This Amazing Steiff Pre-Button Era Skittle Set Is Right On Point!on Aug 26, 2016 in antique auction bowling button in ear Christie's dogs felt Germany James D Julia kingpin Morphy Auctions pin plaything pointers set skittle Steiff Steiffgal toy velvetIt's "game on" with this extraordinary auction highlight from the upcoming Premier Toy and Doll Sales Event at Morphy Auctions on September 23rd and 24th, 2016. Although there are many fantastic button-in-ear selections in this sale - including seve...
- "Lots" of Great Steiff Selections On Offer At Ladenburger Spielzeugauktion's September Sales Event!There's nothing like a fine Steiff auction to get the Steiff collecting community talking! And many of the excellent selections from Ladenburger Spielzeugauktion's sale in Germany on September 3rd indeed are causing tongues to wag. It is very...
- Put A Tiger In Your Tank With These Great And Unusual Steiff Postwar Tiger Designs!Steiffgal has always had a thing for Steiff tigers. After all, who can resist their friendly/fierce personalities, delightful coloring, and the remarkable detailing that bring these big cats to life? Steiff has featured these grrr-eat wild anima...
- Are You A Fan of Dandy Dan?on Aug 7, 2016 in antique Baer and Fuller button in ear display mohair panda plaything St. Louis Steiff Steiffgal Steifflife Stix studio Teddy bear toy zooOk, Steiffgal is certain this big reveal will result in wide scale panda-monium! Check out this note from a new friend from Ohio who wanted to introduce the Steiff world to a beloved "mohair" member of her family. Over a series of communications, Kri...
- These Two Steiff Mystery Kittens Are Truly The Cat's Meow!Sometimes Steiff treasures tip-toe in on little cat's feet. Check out this brief note from Steiff Superfan Holly, who had the great pleasure of finding and adopting these two tiny - albeit mysterious - sweethearts. She shares through a series of co...
- Just When You Think You Have Seen Everything...Have you ever said to yourself... there's no question about it, I have definitely seen it all? That's what Steiffgal thought in terms of Steiff, and now she has egg on her face. Apparently with Steiff, that's clearly impossible! Recently, Steif...
- It's A Clothes Call When It Comes To Steiff's Turn Of Last Century Dressed Teddy BearsAll dressed up and no place to go? Or in the case of this reader's question, perhaps it is just the opposite! It's a clothes call with this very interesting inquiry from a vintage Steiff enthusiast. Susan simply asks..."I own a 1915 Steiff Bear and I...
- The More The Merrier With Steiff's Scottie Terriers!Great Scott! Just what is it about little black dogs that makes Steiffgal go a little crazy? Well, maybe its because she has two real life black pugs as her adored fur babies. But since Steiff has not yet made a black pug (hint, hin...
- The Perfect Steiff Hot Dog For This Fourth Of July Weekend!Well, the Fourth of July weekend is upon us, and summer - at least here in these parts - is in full swing. Many friends and families celebrate this fine holiday with parties and cookouts featuring hamburgers and hot dogs on the grill. So Steiffg...
- Welcome To Our World Of Toys!It's no surprise that a lot of Steiff collectors associate all things button-in-ear with F.A.O. Schwarz. After all, it was at this magical place that many youngsters first encountered Giengen's finest Teddy bears, animals, and dolls. The Schwarz b...
- California, Here We Come!on Jun 12, 2016 in antique bear Bub button in ear California collectible La Quinta mohair Ophelia Steiff Steiffgal Teddy baby vintageWhat a surprise! Steiffgal is on the road with Steiffguy at a work meeting in California. And guess who decided to stow-away in her carry on bag... Bub and Ophelia! Silly cubs! But perhaps they noticed that the official state flag of this great...
- Happiness Is A Warm (Steiff) Puppy From Morphy Auctions' Upcoming Toy Sale Event!In the market for a new blue ribbon addition to your Steiff collection? There's practically an entire kennel of fabulous and unusual Steiff dogs on offer at Morphy Auctions' upcoming Premier Toy Sale on June 24th-26th, 2016. Paws and check out these...
- Hunting For Clues About This Great Steiff Outdoorsman BearDo you have any plans for the upcoming long holiday Memorial Day weekend holiday? Perhaps you might be headed out for a little camping and outdoor fun to kick off the summer season! Well, that's exactly what this little wilderness-loving Steiff cub...
- Steiff Studio Birds of a Feather Flock Together At Morphy Auctions' June Sales Event!Care to feather your nest with Steiff's fantastic birds? Then Steiffgal's got a hot tip for you! There is a totally amazing selection of Steiff birds - including incredibly rare Studio examples - coming up for sale at the upcoming Morphy Auctions' pr...
- Begging For More Information On This Remarkable Steiff Bonzo With All IDs!on May 17, 2016 in antique begging Bonzo button in ear cartoon collectible Daniel Agnew dog ID Special Auction Services Steiff Steiffgal Steifflife toy velvet vintageHere's one "bucket list" Steiff item most enthusiasts would get on their hands and knees to add to their collection! Check out this truly remarkable velvet begging Bonzo dog from 1927 - with all IDs! Steiffgal's pal Daniel Agnew, of Special Auct...
- It's A Family Affair When It Comes To Steiff's Classic Pre-War Canines!on May 7, 2016 in bulldog Bully button in ear charly collectible dog felt horsehair collar King Charles Spaniel mohair Scotty Steiff Steiffgal toy velvet vintageFor many lucky collectors, Steiff is truly a family affair when parents, siblings, and other relatives also participate in the "button-in-ear" fun! Steiffgal "inherited" her love of Steiff, as well as some of her beloved Steiff family heirlooms,...