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... Photos of New Ty Products
If you're interested in taking a peek at the new purple Decade, Sherwood Beanie, or one of the new Color Me Beanies, then you can check out Beanieholics site. Looks like a reader has found a few of the newest products in Singapore.
Click here to view the photos

... Ty Newsflash
Following the earlier retirement of 'Cubby Casey', Ty has now also announced the retirement this evening of Teenie Beanie Bopper 'Wahoo Wally', given away today at the Cleveland Indians game.
Click here to view the retirement announcement

... Ty Newsflash
Ty has announced the retirement this evening of Teenie Beanie Bopper 'Cubby Casey', given away earlier today at the Chicago Cubs game.
Click here to view the retirement announcement

... Ty Newsflash
8:15 pm ... Ty has also announced the introduction of 'Wahoo Wally'. This Teenie Beanie Bopper was the giveaway at the Cleveland Indians game today.
Click here to view the announcement

... Ty Newsflash
2:10 pm ... As we expected, Ty has announced the Chicago Cubs Teenie Beanie Bopper - 'Cubby Casey', given away at Wrigley Field today.
Click here to view the announcement

... Ty Newsflash
Ty has posted the September desktop wallpaper / calendar. To download it, click on the link below on Ty's website.

... More to Come
Will writes:
Looks like it hit news stands. Lots of game exclusive boppers, a new Ty store eagle, and a game exclusive buddy and so much more to come. Will
... Posted on the Ty Cyberboard ...

Re:Beanies and More YES YES YES! Lots of INFO
kittenkatter (Aug 29, 2003, 03:39 PM)
Message Id: 542805

kittenkatter writes:
Here's some of it:
Teenie BOPPERS:
Lead -off Larry: Milwaukee Brewers MBNA Exclusive
Change-up Charlie: Cleveland Indians MBNA Exclusive
Sluggin' Steve: Seattle Mariners MBNA Exclusive
Curve Ball Curt: Chicago White Sox MBNA Exclusive
Clean-Up Clark: Chicago Cubs MBNA Exclusive

Cubby Casey: Chicago Cubs GAME DAY Exclusive
Wahoo Wally: Cleveland Indians GAME DAY Exclusive

Purple Decade is pictured. It's almost lavender.

Ty Store Exclusive GORGEOUS brown spotted eagle with white head and wing tips. From his sky blue neck ribbon hangs a HUGE round Patriot Day Medal, with an engraved heart and words that I won't be able to see unless perhaps I can scan it and enlarge it. ABSOLUTELY BREATHTAKING!

Color Me Bear is Pot Bellied Style

CENTENNIAL New York Yankees Buddy is dark blue with a wide ribbon, striped liked the players' uniforms (narrow navy on white). He wears a commerative baseball button on his chest.
More, as I read the magazine!
Click here to read the Cyberboard message

Doodle's note: Although some of this news isn't 'new', we do see a couple of Teenie Boppers not mentioned earlier. Clean-Up Clark and Wahoo Wally must be the Ty giveaways at the upcoming games (mentioned on our Sports Promo Sports Promo Page). We shall soon see! ... and can't wait to see that new Ty Store Eagle! Thanks for sharing the news, Will! Sports Promo Page). We shall soon see! ... and can't wait to see that new Ty Store Eagle! Thanks for sharing the news, Will!

Reminders:
Tomorrow is the Cleveland Indians game ... with a scheduled Ty Teenie Beanie Bopper giveaway (kids 14 and under). Watch for 'Wahoo Wally' to be announced on Ty site tomorrow - followed by a quick retirement.
Cleveland Indians Promo Page

There is also a Teenie Beanie Bopper giveaway at Wrigley Field tomorrow. The Chicago Cubs play Milwaukee at 3:05. Watch for 'Cubby Casey' to be announced as well.
Chicago Cubs Promo Page

... More from Ty's 'Beanies & More'
Senior Editor Erin Brereton of Ty's 'Beanies & More' magazine has provided us with additional information of the magazine's contest (see yesterday's news). She has shared a photo of the winner - Terry Flynn of High Ridge, Missouri.
Click here to view the photo
Click here to read the Press Release

... New 'Ask Ty' Q & A
A new 'Ask Ty' question and answer has been posted on Ty's website:
Q: Have you given any thought to a cartoon show with your Beanies? I believe everyone would love it. That would make a perfect Saturday morning show. (submitted by sugacane)
A: Beanies on Saturday morning TV would be fun!
The big question is . . . . which Beanies star in the show? And for those of you wondering about the next Beanie of the Month, check out the newsflash!
Click here to visit 'Ask Ty'

... Ty's 'Beanies & More' (Find That Bear) Contest Winner
Ty's 'Beanies & More' magazine (Erin Brereton) has passed along a Press Release. The winner of the 'Find That Bear' Contest has been announced. The Contest was held in the May/June issue of the magazine. Along with the winner information, you can also discover where those hidden Beanies were.
Click here to read the Press Release

... Ty Newsflash - September BBOTM
Ty has announced the September 'Beanie Baby of the Month' ... a dog named 'Kippy'. To view the announcement, click on the link below.

... Ty Newsflash - September Releases
Ty has officially introduced the new releases for September. To view the new products, click on the link below:
Click here to view the new introductions

... Teenie Beanie Bopper 'Sluggin' Steve'
One of Ms. Janie's readers has recently obtained one of the earlier mentioned new (Ballpark) Teenie Beanie Boppers - 'Sluggin' Steve'. As we thought, this Teenie Bopper was only available when applying for a new MBNA credit card at the ballgame.
Click here to view 'Sluggin' Steve

... 'Back to School' at Ty Store
The Ty Store theme has now changed to 'Back to School' tyme. Perhaps something new at the 'Store' soon? We shall see!
Click here to visit Ty Store

... What's Next?
Being the end of the month, many of us 'expect' some retirements by Ty soon. Along with possible retirements come new releases for September. Beanieholics mention some possible new releases coming soon. Who are Mandy, Hamlet, Sherwood, Tangles, and Tommy? And new Buddies? New Color-Me Beanies? For more information, just stop by their site and see what they have to say.

... Auction Reminder

Today is the final day of the auction for the pair of 'Pound for Pound' Chubbley Bears 'Sterling' and 'Blush' signed by the designer, Darren Barker. The proceeds from these bears will benefit Cancer Research U.K.
Click here to view the auction

Update: Sue writes:
I am delighted to share with you the good news that the CHERISH auction for a signed Bean Bag & Collectables Magazine and pair of signed 'Pound for Pound' Chubbley Bears closed this evening at a wonderful £102!

MANY thanks to the bidders and congratulations to the winner on acquiring some unique memorabilia from the recent Bears, Beans and Collectables Show at Chester.

I am so grateful to those who were able to give the auction publicity, for it is this which makes all the difference in the final price.

If you couldn't bid, I do hope that you enjoyed watching the auction's progress - I know that I did! The best thing is that it is more money raised for Cancer Research UK. The total raised from the show is now well over £1000!

There are going to be some super auctions coming this autumn - not only celebrity-signed but also some interesting and unique collectables.

Best wishes,
Sue Owen
CHERISH - collect for life 2003

... "In Stadium Ty MasterCard Exclusives"
It has been noted on Ty's site (although NO official announcement) ... there are four new Teenie Beanie Boppers listed. Each of the four Teenie Boppers are stated as "in stadium Ty MasterCard Exclusives".
Change-Up Charlie - Birthday: July 4; Hometown: Cleveland, Ohio
Lead-Off Larry - Birthday: August 5; Hometown: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Sluggin' Steve - Birthday: July 31; Hometown: Seattle, Washington
Curve Ball Curt - Birthday: August 1; Hometown: Chicago, Illinois

... Thanks to Sue (Queenie Beanie) and Ms. Janie for sharing this news. The homepage info has been posted on her site, which can be viewed by clicking here. It is also viewable on Ty's website, listed under the current Teenie Beanie Boppers

(Doodle's note: Perhaps if you signed up for a Ty MasterCard, while attending one of the four games, you would be offered one of these Boppers? Interesting!

We also remember the 'Ask Ty' question and answer of May 8th ... perhaps a hint of these Teenie Boppers?
Q: Hey Ty! Since you're doing a Beanie for the Cubs, are you going to do any for other baseball teams? (submitted by Mrs. White)
A: I think you could be in for a real treat at the ball park this summer ! And for those of you wondering if I like bananas . . . they're ok.)

... New Ty Trademark Registration
Sly writes to Ms. Janie
I found a New Ty Trademark this morning! Looks Like Ty Has a Tystore exclusive lined up for us Collectors for Thanksgiving!! On July 28,2003 Ty applied to register a trademark on "Tom-E" and lists plush toys as the goods and services.

... Two Trade Shows Begin Today
There are two 2003 Summer Trade Shows that begin today ...
San Francisco Gift Show - August 23-27 (Moscone Center South, San Francisco, CA)
Denver Gift Show - August 23-26 (Denver Merchandise Mart, Denver, CO)
We will pass along any news we hear from either Show as soon as it becomes available.

... Ty 'Email Ad'
We have received a new 'email ad' from 'Your Friends at Ty'. This time it's in regards to the new MC III Beanie. To view this email, click on the following link:
Click here to view the email

... New 'Ask Ty' Q & A
A new 'Ask Ty' question and answer has been posted:
Q: Is there any animal that you have not made into a Beanie and would like to? (submitted by beachbumb)
(submitted by beachbumb)
A: This is a very timely question, as I am right in the middle of planning all the Beanies for next year. I can tell you that there are many animals that I have not made into Beanies. Keep a close watch . . . I may surprise you!
Click here to visit 'Ask Ty'

... Photos of 'Toast'
Marilyn has shared photos of 'Toast', along with the other Show exclusive Beanies 'Fizz' and 'Bubbly'.
Click here to view photos on Beanieholics site

... 'A Word Of Thanks'
A letter that appears in today's Santa Barbara News-Press says that "it's time for the community to step back and give Ty Warner thanks for all he's done."
Click here to read the letter
... Thanks to Beanieholics for sharing the news

... Ty Shelves
Remember the talk of the Ty shelves from several show reports? A reader of Ms. Janie's site has shared a photo of this shelf, and is awaiting the additional 2 ft end units as well. For a peek at what this shelf looks like, click here.

... Ty Newsflash
Ty has introduced M.C. Beanie III today. New Ty credit card customers who use their card on or beginning August 18th will also receive M.C. Beanie III. See below for further details.

... Six Mysterious Attic Treasures
Sal's Attic has posted an article, with pictures, of six mysterious Attic Treasures. What are they and why? (Personally, I'm kinda partial to Benedict :)
Click here to read the article

...
Sue Owen writes:
CHERISH was at the Bears, Beans and Collectables Show yesterday and we had a wonderful as well as very productive time fundraising for Cancer Research UK. Many visitors to our stand were interested to see a few of the celebrity-signed bears that we have going on auction on eBay from the end of September up until Christmas, including our latest Cliff Richard signed limited edition bear from the Cliff Richard Collection of Gund Bears.

Our main fundraising event was held in conjunction with Chubbley Ltd and it was a riproaring success! The company had donated several dozen Sterling and Blush Bears. Sterling (who has a £ symbol on his paw) was launched as the official 'Pound for Pound Bear' (his tag will vary from event to event) and Blush for Breast Cancer Awareness. Each had a special extra tag as well as a CHERISH 2003 leather neck tag. Blush also came with a pink Cancer Research UK Breast Cancer Awareness ribbon pinned to her paw.

All of the proceeds from the sale of these bears was going to the charity; in addition, buyers were asked to donate another pound (sterling £) for Darren Barker (the designer) to sign the special ear tag. Darren matched this donation with a pound of his own. The bears proved very popular and the stand was very busy! It was great to meet with collectors and chat to them.

Monies are still coming in from yesterday. The running total has now reached £915 and is expected to exceed £1000!

There is a further (related) fundraiser starting this evening: an auction will begin on eBay under seller ID sue_owen for a pair of signed Pound for Pound Chubbley Bears and the latest (not yet available in the shops) issue of Bean Bag and Collectables Magazine. This has been signed by many of the company representatives and designers at the show who also featured in this edition of the magazine so their signatures are on pages/pictures relevant to them.

This is a unique piece of show memorabilia! It is unusual to see so many of these people together at the same time and as Peter Underhill (of Bad Taste Bears) was not there officially to sign items yesterday it was (we think) quite a scoop to get his signed message.

Here is the link to the auction which will display the charity auction when it starts later today:
Click here to view the auction

I am sure that Daphne will be releasing photos and a full report in her own good time and way! In the meantime here is one of my own to share with you and a link to my website where you can read more:
www.boglin.net
Best wishes,

*******
Added Note from Sue:
I just wanted to let you know that the charity auction for the set of Chester Show memorabilia (two signed Pound for Pound Chubbley Bears and a signed Bean Bag & Collectables Magazine) has started. Here is the link:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3142751284
The starting price represents the cost price of the goods as bought at the show.
All proceeds will go to Cancer Research UK.
Many thanks for your interest!
Best Wishes, Sue Owen

... Extra Canadian Hang Tag ... and More
One of Ms. Janie's readers has reported information and a photo of the extra hang tag (not tush tag) on the Beanies being found in Canada. Shown in the photo is the information found on the Ty Classic 'Disco'.
Click here to view the extra Canadian hang tag

Added Note: Our friend at 'Bottega Beanies' shows the Canadian Tush Tag found on 'True', the newest Canadian Exclusive Beanie Baby.
Click here to view True's tush tag

... Columbus Trade Show Report
The Columbus Trade Show (August 16-18 in Columbus, Ohio) featured 'Toast' Beanie Baby as the Show Exclusive. And looks like M.C. III Bear made an appearance as well. A posting on the Ty Cyberboard reports the following:
Report from Columbus trade show
MommyTheMaid   (Aug 16, 2003, 12:18 PM)
Message Id: 530985
Toast is the show exclusive beanie.
Bravo is the show buddie.
Display stands are approx. 7ft. tall and 2ft. wide.
Large displays are 4ft. wide.
MCBear III was there!!!
It has the same ribbon as the MCBear II (black,yellow,red).
The color is burnt orange.
Darker than orange decade.
It has the same MC nose. Toast is the show exclusive beanie.
Bravo is the show buddie.
Display stands are approx. 7ft. tall and 2ft. wide.
Large displays are 4ft. wide.
MCBear III was there!!!
It has the same ribbon as the MCBear II (black,yellow,red).
The color is burnt orange.
Darker than orange decade.
It has the same MC nose.
Click here to read the Ty Cyberboard message

... One Day to Go
Daphne writes ...
"There's just a day to go to the Bears, Beans and Collectables Show at the Chester Racecourse, UK. The whole space - for manufacturers and exhibitors - is full. From plans for a small show, things just snowballed. I'm lucky that so many people have agreed to come and show their bear wares and for some key manufacturers to attend, too. ..... We're going to have an additional free draw at the Show, with a designer-signed BB&CM Creamy Chubbley Cub as the prize, for visitors who tell us how they heard about it. ... We hope to be doing a final site update, with little snippets, some time Saturday. ... I shall make sure that we have coverage, with plenty of photos, in the October issue of Bean Bag and Collectables Magazine - out in September. I'll also try to get some early pics together so that you can see something of the day. I'm really grateful to all the collectable websites who've been so supportive in publicising this event. Here's hoping that it will be a success for everyone. If not, I hibernate ... ideally, with a huge supply of chocolate! Regards, Daphne" www.chestershow.com

... BBOC Update
12:10 am EST ... From our email, Susan writes:
Hi Doodle,   I was just checking out the BBOC website and noticed the "BBOC Store" chalkboard now reads "Birthday Kit ??/01/03" Special Offer ??/01/03". Which of the next four months of 2003 will it be? I wonder. And what? Guess we shall soon see. Love your site, keep up the good work. Susan
Click here to visit the BBOC website

... New 'Ask Ty' Q & A
A new 'Ask Ty' question and answer has been posted:
Q: Ty do you ever count the number of beans in a Beanie? (submitted by joeswife)
A: This is a fun question and should put to rest your comments about my ability to give a direct answer. I can honestly say that I have never counted the number of beans in a Beanie. I have spent time with the actual weight, design and amount of beans that go into each Beanie but . . . I have never counted them.
Click here to visit 'Ask Ty'

... Ty Newsflash
Ty has announced the retirement this morning of M.C. Beanie II. This follows the earlier announcement of M.C. II (Anniversary Edition) Bear's retirement (on August 6th). Along with the retirement, Ty has posted the following message:

... Happy Birthday to Ms. Janie !
Yes, it's Ms. Janie's birthday today. We all admire your dedication and treasure your friendship. We wish you a very special day! Click here to visit Ms. Janie's site

... Cherish Update and More
Sue writes:
I received the most wonderful package yesterday.

Back in February I had an interesting conversation with the very friendly Managing Director of Gund who was showing the 'Cliff Richard Collection' at the NEC Spring Fair.

After some correspondence between Mike and myself, the package arrived that I was hoping for. Inside it was a Gund bear from the Cliff Richard Collection. As you may already know, they have a facsimile Cliff Richard signature on their left paw. Mine has a signature on each paw...no, it isn't an oddity...the signature on the right paw is THE REAL THING!!!

Look out for more details later this year of how you might obtain this unique bear!

Only a few days left until we set off for 'Up North' to the Bears,Beans and Collectables Show at Chester Racecourse this Sunday!

We have been very busy preparing the goodies for the CHERISH stall which we are running with Chubbley Ltd. We hope to raise a very worthwhile sum for Cancer Research UK through the sale of the two Pound for Pound Bears. Sterling is specially tagged for the show and Blush for Breast Cancer Awareness. She even has a pink ribbon pin!

At the show there will also be the opportunity to win one of three Bear Factory creatures which have been donated by Daphne Roberts (adopted mother of the magazine-famous 'Baggy Bear') and Irene McGranachan. One of the competitions will be for children only. The day promises to be a lot of fun!

Best wishes ~Sue Owen
Click here to visit Sue' website for more info

... Another Ty Trademark Application
Following Sly's report to Ms. Janie regarding Ty's recent registrations for trademark applications ... he has further reported - "On July 15, 2003 Ty applied to register a trademark on "Cure", with 'plush toys' as the goods and services". This follows the earlier report of the application for "Star" (see news of August 9th) and "Bearon" and "Cornbread" (see news of August 5th).

Note: Sly did pass along the reminder that Ty Warner did mention a few weeks back in an 'Ask Ty' question and answer that there would probably be another charity Beanie Baby this year. Could 'Cure' be it? And what charity would 'Cure' be for?

On July 17th ... the 'Ask Ty' question and answer was:
Q: You've done a few Beanie Babies for charity over the years, and it seems like you do more of them all the time. Will you do any more this year (2003)? (submitted by 4760177)
A: There is a very good chance that another Beanie Baby for charity will be introduced before the end of this year. In the meantime, please help support the crew of the USS Ronald Reagan . . . . look for Ronnie at your local Ty retailer today!

... Happy Birthday, Daphne!
Daphne Roberts, editor of 'Bean Bag & Collectables' Magazine, celebrates a birthday today. It's our wish for a special day for her. Give yourself a break from the Show preparations, Daphne, and fill your day with LOTS of chocolate!

... Photo of 'Godzilla'
Ms. Janie has posted a photo of both Godzilla versions, the white and black eyes. This Ty Classic was available to retailers who attended the NY Gift Show.
Click here to view the picture

... Ty Party
Beanieholics writes:
We have received word that the yearly Ty Party will be held on September 13th at the Drake Hotel in Chicago. Each year Ty has a get together and as a reward, employees are given a free Beanie Baby. The last few years the free Beanie has been Billionaire Bears. It is not known whether Billionaire 6 will be given away at this event or not.

... New York Gift Show News!
Today is the first day of the New York Gift Show (August 10-14). Ms Janie shares with us the big news of the mysterious Exclusive expected to debut at this Show. This NY Show Exclusive is Godzilla, a Ty Classic with a different hang tag. For all the information, click here!

... Photos of 'Khufu'
Wish to see a photo of Ty's latest (August) 'BBOTM' ... 'Khufu'? You can check one out on Ms. Janie's site by clicking here.

... Ty Newsflash
Ty has officially announced the Trade Show Exclusive Beanie Babies - 'Toast', 'Bubbly', and 'Fizz' ... as well as the Beanie Buddy 'Bravo'.

... Another Ty Trademark
Sly reports to Ms. Janie of another Ty trademark registration application ... 'Star'. It is listed as 'plush toys' as the goods and services. Maybe the New York Show surprise? (See a scanned report of the Show on this site by clicking here).

(This follows the report of August 5th of two other Ty trademark applications ... 'Bearon' and 'Cornbread').

... Ty Still Trying For Driveway Gates
Ty Warner may get the opportunity to shield his Oak Brook home from unwelcome visitors, and he may not need the village's permission. Warner made his second request Aug. 5 to install driveway gates at his home, which sits on less than 1 acre, but the request was continued. The Oak Brook Zoning Board of Appeals will take up the request again Tuesday, Sept. 2.
Click here to read the article

... Toast, with Bubbly and Fizz
One of Ms. Janie's readers has shared photos of her recent lucky find ... 'Toast'. Along with this newest Show Exclusive Beanie Baby are also pictures of 'Bubbly' and 'Fizz' ... a nice trio, I must say!
Click here to view the photos

... Ty Newsflash
Ty has introduced the 'M.C. Anniversary 2nd edition Beanie Baby' ... Happy 2nd Anniversary to the M.C. Bear!

... Ty Newsflash - Retirement
Ty has announced the following retirements:
Beanie Babies - Baby Girl, Baby Boy, and Lighning
Teenie Beanie Bopper - Private Pete
Click here to view the announcement

... Beanie Bopper / Teenie Beanie Boppers
Thanks to Mary, who has informed us of the birthdays and hometowns of two Teenie Beanie Boppers (introduced by Ty on June 30th).

She writes:
Ace Anthony's birthdate is Sept. 17th and his hometown is Flushing, New York
Crosscourt Cathy's birthdate is March 7th and her home town is Saginaw, Michigan

Our 'Boppers' page has been updated with this info. (Thank you, Mary)

... "Not Available for Ordering"
According to the Ty Retailer site, the following are 'currently not available for ordering':
Private Pete, Baby Boy and Baby Girl.

Doodle's note: Baby Boy and Baby Girl are, of course, both Beanie Babies and Beanie Buddies and are listed as 'current' on Ty's site. (We are unsure as to which ones these pertain to.) Private Pete is a Teenie Beanie Bopper.
... Source: Ms. Janie

... New 'Ask Ty' Q & A
A new 'Ask Ty' question and answer has been posted:
Q: Are there going to be any new surprises with the MasterCard Program, like the 3rd Beanie? (submitted by music dude)
A: I have a lot of surprises in store for the Ty MasterCard program. Keep a close eye out over the next week ... only tyme will tell !
Click here to visit 'Ask Ty'

... New York Gift Show News
Ms. Janie has posted information on the upcoming New York Gift Show, to be held August 10th - 14th. It's quite interesting!
Click here to read the NY Gift Show news

Doodle's note: We have received a scanned image from 'Diane', apparently from a different region. You can view the image at the following link:
Click here to view the image

... Ty Newsflash
Ty has announced the retirement of M.C. II Beanie Baby (Anniversary Edition) today. This Beanie was sent to those who charged $5,000 on their Ty MasterCard during a one-year time period. Along with the retirement announcement, Ty also posted the additional information.

... Congratulations to Ty!!
Ms. Janie reports:
Congratulations to Ty!!
According to GiftBeat Ty ranks as follows:

In the $5.00 or less category – Ty took # 1 for Beanies and Plush

Children’s Gifts and Toys – Ty took first place (#1) This category has
Ty taking the #1 position across the country!

In the patriotic vendor line Ty took a solid third place – I think I
would question this as flags and candles held the number one and two
spots, but whatever!

... New Ty Trademark Applications
Sly shares news with Ms Janie that Ty has registered two applications for new trademarks. On July 10, 2003, Ty applied to register trademarks for 'Bearon' and 'Cornbread' ... both listing 'plush toys' as the goods and services.

... Orange Decade and More
Ms. Janie shares Marilyn's photo of (orange) Decade, the newest color to be released by Ty. There are now six colors of this Bear - Light Blue, Royal Blue, Red, White, Hot Pink, and Orange. By clicking on the link below, you can also view all six lined up for their photo session.
Click here to view the photos

... EBay to remove Ty category?
Beanieholics has posted a note received from a reader - a message from eBay concerning Ty and other Plush Toy listings.
Click here to read the note

... Classic Toys Remain Popular
Classic toys remain ever popular in an era of fads
By Andrew Keegan - Cape Gazette
“Please. Everyone I know has one.” How often does a parent hear that statement while shopping in a toy store? It seems like every season a new fad appears. Past trends include the Cabbage Patch doll, Pokeman, Tickle Me Elmo and Yu-Gi-Oh.
"Naturally, the all-time fad has to be Beanie Babies," said Ford. The colorful under-stuffed plush bean bag toys, launched in 1993, quickly became an obsession among adults and remained a hot commodity for the next five years.
Click here to read the article

... Beanieday Night Live on August 9th
We have received the following email:
Beanieday Night Live on August 9th
Saturday August 9 at 8:00 P.M. EST in the chatroom,
The Beanie Zoo Yahoo Group will have a special Beanieday Night Live chat with host Garcia the bear. Garcia, named for Jerry Garcia, was the first rainbow ty-dyed bear, before Peace. The chat hopes to be a success, after many chats bombed due to low attendance, possibly from many people taking summer vacations. You can't miss this chat, you're going to love it! See you on Saturday!
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/thebeaniezoo/

... Toast Anyone?
Reports from around the internet are that the new Show Exclusive 'Toast' has been seen at the Show in Pittsburgh.

Bubbly

Fizz

Toast

Susan writes:
Hi Deb ... Hope all is well with you. I've seen a few notes around, stating that the Show Exclusive 'Toast' has FINALLY shown up -- this 'tyme' at a Show in Pittsburgh. Here are a couple of links you may wish to share. I did notice that it isn't listed yet on Ty's current list. Maybe soon :)
Take care and tty soon! Your Buddy, Susan
Click here to read the Ty Cyberboard Msg
Click here to visit BeanWatcher

... New August Release - Photos
Randy at Beanieholics has posted photos of some of the new releases. Included are the Beanie Buddy 'Herald' and Beanie Babies 'Tricky', 'Quivers', and the new orange 'Decade' ... recently found in Singapore.
Click here to view the photos

... Ty Greeting Cards
A reader of Ms. Janie has reported to have found greeting cards with Ty Beanie Babies (all dogs). To read the story and view a picture of this card, click on the following link:
Click here to view the photo