About Alison Shaw

After four years running this business I still love wool! Teddies is always taking us on another adventure as we strive to improve and grow this little business. I love meeting the challenges that pop up and enjoy marketing our Tambo Teddies to the world.

Tambo Teddies Celebrates Queensland Manufacturing Month 🧸

By |2025-09-09T13:06:50+10:00September 9th, 2025|Categories: business|Tags: , , , , |

Tambo Teddies Celebrates Queensland Manufacturing Month 🧸 September is Queensland Manufacturing Month, a statewide celebration of the skills, innovation, and dedication that make Queensland’s manufacturing industry so important. This year, Tambo Teddies is honoured to be in the spotlight, showcasing how regional businesses contribute to building strong communities and a stronger state economy.From 1993 [...]

Meet Bunji – Our Olympic Koala and Symbol of Friendship

By |2025-09-03T09:01:57+10:00September 3rd, 2025|Categories: Teddy Highlight|Tags: , , , , , |

Bunji – Our Olympic Koala and Symbol of Friendship Say hello to Bunji! Our very own Olympic Koala, full of Aussie spirit and here to celebrate everything the Brisbane 2032 Games are about. Bunji is more than just a teddy; he is a symbol of friendship, Queensland pride, and the enduring essence of Australian mateship. [...]

Brisbane 2032 – Pick Us!

By |2025-09-03T08:32:19+10:00September 3rd, 2025|Categories: business, Teddy Highlight|Tags: , , , |

Why Tambo Teddies Should Be Part of the Brisbane 2032 Story At Tambo Teddies, we’ve been stitching smiles for over 32 years. From our little workshop in Tambo and our Regional Sewing Hub in Toowoomba, we’ve watched our bears travel across the globe, carrying with them a piece of Australian heart and heritage. [...]

When a Teddy Bear is the Perfect Present

By |2025-08-08T10:53:34+10:00August 7th, 2025|Categories: About Teddy Bears|Tags: , , |

Gift Guide: When a Teddy Bear is the Perfect Present Teddy Bears aren't just toys, they're timeless companions, heartfelt keepsakes, and symbols of love, comfort, and joy. At Tambo Teddies, we.ve seen first had how these cuddly treasures become part of people's most cherished moments. Here's our guide to when a teddy is [...]

Who Copied Who? The Truth Behind the Flat Teddy Bear Tale

By |2025-07-06T12:03:16+10:00July 6th, 2025|Categories: business|Tags: , , , |

Who Copied Who? The Truth Behind the Flat Teddy Bear Tale Recently, a segment on A Current Affair featured the owners of Flatout Bears claiming that Aldi had copied their design — the beloved flat sheepskin teddy bear. The story sparked plenty of conversation online, especially after the Flatout team posted a video on social media [...]