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Boyds Bears Figurines Membership Club Friends of Boyds 2012

Friends of Boyds 2012   Become a Bearamerican join the Boyds Bears Figurines Membership Club today!  This years summer lovin club theme is made to show off your patriotic flair and your Boyds Bears pride.  Now this year the club  theme is Patriotic Pinwheels Friends of Boyds 2012 Club.  (F.o. B. 2012) Why join this membership club? This year your handcrafted 2012 F.o.B. kit includes: Franklin T. Breezly Soft gold chenille Bear figurie 8 inches tall. Lil’ Franklin Miniature resin bear red, white, and blue figurine. Proud to be an F.o.B. Flag 2012 Club year designed Plus items      Offishull Boyds season catologs      Online Newsletter and Chat Room      Advanced preview of new products      Membership only website access      Member exclusive products   Cost:  $34.95 + $7.95 Shipping and Handling Boyds by Enesco Website http://www.boydsstuff.com About Figurines     … Read entire article »

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History of Boyds Bears Figurines, Gifts, and Collectibles

History of Boyds Bears Figurines, Gifts, and Collectibles

History of Boyds Bears Figurines   Boyds Bears was founded by Gary Lowenthal and his wife Justina Unger.  Gary (G.M.) was born in New York City in 1949.   After graduating with both a bachelor and masters degree in biology he worked for the Peace Corp, Tupperware, and seven years for Bloomindales.  He worked in purchasing, designing, and merchandising at Bloomingdales. In 1979 the Lowenthal’s moved to Boyd, Maryland to open a small antique shop.  He branched out and … Read entire article »

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