Wooden teddy bear – plywood cutout for crafts, 5–40 cm

The nursery is almost finished. Only the wall above the changing table still needs something personal. A wooden teddy bear fills exactly that gap. You paint it yourself and add your child's name. That way it's made for your nursery. The simple silhouette of the classic cuddly toy becomes something that truly belongs to you.

What changes for you

• You design decorations just the way you like them. The plywood is untreated, so you can paint it, stick things on it, varnish it or oil it.
• You can start straight away, with no sanding. The cutout is laser-cut with smooth edges.
• You'll find the right size for every idea, from a small gift tag to a large wall decoration. You can choose the height from 5 to 40 cm in 1 cm steps.
• Crafting with children is relaxed too. The shape is sturdy and the edges are cleanly finished.
• You're holding a genuine natural product. Every piece has its own grain, so no two teddies are the same.

Why this wooden teddy bear makes a difference every day

You can buy ready-made decorations anywhere. But a teddy you've designed yourself tells its own story. Use it as a name sign on the nursery door. Or paint it lovingly and hang it on a gift for a new baby. The motif feels warm and familiar without being too much. And because you decide how the teddy ends up looking, it fits your home, not the other way round.

Material & finish

The teddy is laser-cut from 3 mm plywood. It has the brown edge typical of laser cutting, which gives the silhouette a fine outline. The wood is untreated, not varnished or glazed. Your paints and glues stick directly to the surface. Wood is a natural material and never completely uniform. Shade, grain and small knots vary from piece to piece. This makes every cutout unique – it isn't a flaw. Every teddy is made with a clean finish in Bütic's own production in Pößneck, Thuringia.

Dimensions & technical details

• Material: plywood, untreated
• Material thickness: 3 mm
• Shape: teddy bear (silhouette)
• Height: choose from 5 cm to 40 cm in 1 cm steps
• Reference size: at a height of 10 cm, the width is approx. 8 cm
• Cut: laser-cut, smooth edges, characteristic brown laser edge
• Made in Thuringia, Germany

How to use the teddy cutout

• In the nursery: Paint a large teddy and write your child's name on it. That's your personal door sign, and every visitor will spot it first.
• For a birth or christening: A small teddy as a gift tag turns a shop-bought present into a personal one – before the wrapping paper even comes off.
• Crafting with children: Each child decorates their own teddy with paint and glitter. Afterwards they proudly take it home.
• In a shop or café: Use several sizes as seasonal decorations in the window or on the counter. They're quick to arrange, light and easy to take down again.
• As table scatter or place cards: Small teddies on the table at a baby shower give it a theme, without much decorating on your part.

Good to know about the teddy bear

The teddy bear owes its name to US President Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt. On a hunt in 1902, he refused to shoot a bear that had been tied up. The story made the bear world-famous as a toy companion. To this day, hardly any other motif stands for childhood and a sense of security like the teddy. That's why the wooden silhouette suits births, christenings, children's birthdays and nursery decor so well.

Care & durability

There isn't much you need to do. Simply keep the untreated plywood dry and dust it when needed. Avoid constant moisture. That way the surface stays smooth and your painting looks good for a long time. If you varnish or oil the teddy, you give the wood extra protection.

Options & what's included

• Height of your choice: 5 cm to 40 cm, in 1 cm steps
• Contents: 1 teddy bear in your chosen size
• The cutout comes untreated and unpainted – decorations shown in the pictures are just design ideas

Frequently asked questions

Is the wood treated? No, the teddy is untreated, neither varnished nor glazed. You can paint it, stick things on it, varnish it or oil it straight away.

Where does the brown edge come from? The cutout is laser-cut; the brown edge is typical of this process and also gives you smooth edges with no finishing needed.

How wide is the teddy at my chosen height? As a guide: at a height of 10 cm, the width is approx. 8 cm. The proportions stay the same for all sizes.

Why do the cutouts look different? Wood is a natural material. Shade, grain and small knots vary from piece to piece. This makes every teddy unique.

Is the cutout suitable for crafting with children? Yes. The shape is sturdy, the edges are smooth, and the untreated surface takes paint well.

The best part comes later. It's the moment your child spots their own painted teddy on the door – and beams. Just choose your size and get started.