![]() ![]() The image of the bear being used in memes continued to spread in the following years, particularly the early 2020s. I'll be a snoozing bear wearing a nightcap in no time!" On April 17th, 2018, Instagram user moneygames posted a not all men meme using the image of the bear, garnering over 11,200 likes in four years (shown below). One of the earliest known mentions of the Sleepytime Tea Bear online was by Twitter user on January 9th, 2008, writing, "Making Sleepytime Tea. He’s been a bringer of cheer and wellbeing for years, encouraging participants at our annual charity events, and naturally he’s a beloved part of our holiday parties. I think people are pleased to know the bear has a wife and family, and a cozy cottage where they live with a cat curled up by the fire! It’s a warm scene that our customers continue to be drawn to, and what a beautiful image to couple with unparalleled flavor. When asked how he would describe the bear, the rep said: The Sleepytime Bear is a timeless symbol of peace, calm, nostalgia, and even a little self-care. In the piece, they explain that the inspiration for the bear "can be traced back to the original influences of Disney and the idea of a realistic fantasy." They also explain that Beth Haye is the sister of one of the Celestial Seasonings' co-founders. On December 21st, 2020, Pop Icon published an article about the history of the bear where they speak with Tim Collins, the General Manager and VP of Marketing at Celestial Seasonings, about the bear. The bear became the company's most iconic brand design. It has been used on the Sleepytime Tea packaging since. When you're zipped up in this look, that is no longer an issue.According to the now-deleted Celestial Seasonings "Learn About Us" page, the Sleepytime Bear artwork was commissioned by Beth Haye in 1973 (shown below). While you might like attending the occasional costume party, finding a polite reason to leave can be tricky. And the costume is topped with an adorable hood with ears and eyes to make your look complete. Shoe covers and mitted flip over your hands and feet to keep your costume cohesive yet functional. Bedtime Bear's moon and star patch shine proudly from on the belly and the Care Bear icon peeps out beside the cute little tail on the back. The jumpsuit has all the details that make your Care Bear identity official. While all of our Made by Us Care Bear costumes are rather cozy, this one really takes the cake. ![]() ![]() Show your sleepy sort of pride when you dress up as one of bedtime's best advocates. If you're firmly part of the bedtime crew, embrace it. And oh! That moment you peel back the covers and slide your chilly toesies between the crisp, clean sheets. You might even floss as you admire your bed with it's big, fluffy pillows and warm comforter. Then one the time is right, you brush your teeth thoroughly. After supper, you might curl up on the couch with a mug of sleepy time tea and a good book. If you're like Bedtime Bear, you probably make the most out of your nightly routine. Because going to bed is the coziest part out of any day. And while we understand that saying goodbye to the day and turning out the lights can be an act of trust that the next day is going to rock just as hard as this one did, we pity the latter camp. There are two types of people out there: those who delight in turning in for the night and those who do not. ![]()
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