This hobby has changed quite a bit since we began collection Disney pins April 2001. The best part being the many people we have met and friendships made. Even though we don't see many of them as often as we used to, it is still a joy when we can get together. It is a wonderful way to make memories, and share some fun and laughter.

We collect Pooh for me, Steamboat Willie for hubby Fred. And together we collect honeymoon and patriotic pins. And then sometimes we add a pin to our collection that we just plain love!

One of our favorite memories of pin trading was our 20th wedding anniversary. We invited and celebrated with many of our pin pals at a party we threw. It was so wonderful, we played games and had lots of prizes, good food and just a wondeful time! I am pretty sure that everyone went home with a gift/prize.

We have been collecting since April 2001. Wow , I just realized typing this that it is almost 7 years! We've been doing this longer than "beanie babies". You remember those no doubt. I still have kept some favorite pieces. And I also love my other bears that I collect along with Pooh of course. Love it! And love my pin pals!!

Manager-School Way Cafe
Volusia County Schools

I have been collecting Winnie The Pooh items for 35 years and have an extensive collection. I also collect miniature and designer bears. I am also into hand crafts and cake decorating.