Hi, I’m Josh, the founder of Bamsedyra. Originally from the north of England, I grew up in a working-class community, which shaped my deep belief in fairness, kindness, and equity. Now, after many years living in Norway, I’ve built a life here with my daughter, speaking Norwegian and embracing this beautiful country as my home.

Starting Bamsedyra has been both a challenge and a labor of love. Without the financial backing that many entrepreneurs rely on, I’ve worked hard to turn this dream into a reality, step by step. My vision has always been to offer toys that bring joy to children while staying true to values of quality, sustainability, and fairness.

At Bamsedyra, I believe every child deserves access to safe, meaningful play, and every family deserves fair pricing and transparency. Inspired by the principles of kindness and equity, I’m committed to building a business that puts people and the planet first. Thank you for being part of this journey with me!

Why I founded Bamsedyra

Looking for high-quality hand-made & realistic animal teddies? Squishmallows, animal figures or wooden toys? Then you're in the right place!

''I was looking for a lifelike seal teddy for my daughter when I came across Hansa Creation's fantastic teddies. From there the idea of a charming toy shop selling high-quality but affordable products was born.''

Bamsedyra is a small & independent shop located in Gjøvik, Norway, specializing in high-quality animal and dinosaur-themed toys and figures.

Our range includes stuffed animals, hand puppets, wooden toys, eco-friendly paint for children, and meticulously crafted teddies from Hansa Creation.

We are committed to offering educational and imaginative toys that bring joy and creativity to children of all ages. With a focus on sustainability and quality, we aim to provide toys that are not only fun but also safe and durable.