Hi Nigel,
let's face it, most men wouldn't admit to owning one, let alone create them.
As you said, we're stereotyped.

Strangley enough the "Teddybear" was named after President Roosevelt.

Elvis Presley owned a teddybear called Mabel. Poor thing was eaten by it's guard dog Barney, back in 2006. The then collector wasn't too happy. Mabel was valued at $75,000. ouch.

best wishes
Rikki
[QUOTE]Originally posted by Nigel:
[B] I think that this pinpoints the issue exactly. Society does encourages people to/away from activities based on sex. It is stupid but it is a fact. I'm sure there are many men that would be proficient in making teddy bears but they have never been encouraged to do so ... actually strongly discouraged.

[This message has been edited by rikkisbears (edited 01-11-2010).]