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R John Wright

Established in 1976, R. John Wright Dolls, Inc has delighted collectors worldwide with beautifully designed and hand crafted dolls and animals.

R John Wright Story

R John Wright had always had an artistic yearning, so when in 1976 he became unexpectantly redundant, he thought he would try something new – an old idea, and began crafting his first fabric doll. Albeit crude, he immediately saw how to make improvements and alterations. Within just a few weeks he sold his first line of six – rustic dressed, felt dolls for $14 each. Within that same day, all had sold for $28 dollars each and a re-order was immediately placed. Over the next six months he perfected his technique, with sophisticated construction, joints and detailing. Inspired by Kathe Kruse and her fabulous moulded felt dolls, John & his wife Susan embarked on a mission to bring back the technique, that would grant R.J. Wright to produce dolls with moulded faces.

“R. John Wright” offers an exquisite range of handcrafted products that showcase their exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail. Some of the products created by R. John Wright include:

  • Dolls: R. John Wright is renowned for their intricately crafted dolls that capture the likeness of historical figures, literary characters, and beloved personalities. Each doll is meticulously designed and hand-sculpted with lifelike features and hand-painted with exquisite detail.
  • Teddy Bears: R. John Wright’s plush teddy bears are iconic and cherished by collectors. These handcrafted bears are made with premium mohair and meticulously stitched, making them heirloom-quality toys that evoke a sense of nostalgia and charm.
  • Animal Characters: Alongside their teddy bears, R. John Wright creates a range of plush animals, each crafted with the same level of care and artistry. These adorable and lifelike plush animals, including rabbits, cats, dogs, and more, enchant both children and collectors alike.
  • Character Replicas: R. John Wright produces character replicas from beloved books, movies, and television shows. These detailed creations bring iconic characters to life and are highly sought after by fans and collectors.
  • Felt Characters: R. John Wright’s felt characters are hand-cut and hand-sewn from the finest wool felt. These charming creations depict various animals and characters, exuding a whimsical and endearing appeal.
  • Miniature Collection: R. John Wright offers a collection of miniature dolls and animals, capturing the same artistry and craftsmanship in a smaller scale, perfect for collectors with limited display space.
  • Holiday Collectibles: R. John Wright creates special holiday-themed dolls and plush toys, capturing the spirit of the festive season with timeless charm and grace.

 

What are our customers saying?

Really cute giraffe. Sooooo soft

sarah christiansen
Verified Customer

We bought a fabulous teddy bear and beautiful panda. Excellent service & customer care. We would highly recommend

Joanne Storer
Verified Customer

I ordered what I hope is for my Grand-daughters 2nd birthday. this came in no time at all, very pleased with World of bears service and products.

sheila gibson
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Chris Harry
Verified Customer

Previously found this item in a shop and looked online to order it as my boyfriend fell in love with it! Exactly what I expected, very soft and quite big! Very pleased :)

Bethany Nugent
Verified Customer

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Being established since 1999 in Somersets Cheddar Gorge and County Town of Taunton. The Gorge Bear Co and World of Bears are renowned for being the worlds best and biggest teddy bear shop most people will have ever visited.

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Anthony Pritchard
Verified Customer

Excellent range, quick delivery great prices

Sarah Robertson
Verified Customer

The only issue I had was that the website was slightly contradictory in its 'free delivery' pricing structure. On the small banner on the right it said orders £15 and over were free delivery. I had Boppity boing monkey in my basket and it said I had to spend £0.00 to qualify for free delivery...but when I went to check out it added the delivery charge on. I called up to explain my frustration and unfortunately was told that in fact you had to spend over £15 - contrary to the website information. In the end I found the cheapest thing in the shop and added it to my basket as that was still cheaper than the delivery charge. But, I was not happy about this. I hope someone is able to update the website to reflect this

MANDY LOUISE KERBY
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Very happy with the service and the little bear

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Paul Clancy
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An absolute pleasure to deal with World of Bears. From start to finish the whole process was perfect. I was given updates as to the progress of my order via the efficient and courteous customer service department.

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