February
1 - 28, 2005
www.doodlespage.com
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| Monday, February 28 |
... Silent Retirement
With no official retirement announcement, Ty silently retired the Ty
Store Exclusive Beanie Buddy
'Sweetest' today. This Buddy has been removed from Ty Store
and placed in the retired Buddy list on Ty's site.
... Ty Newsflash - New Asia-Pacific Exclusives
Ty introduces six new Asia-Pacific (I Love) Exclusive Beanie Babies
...
Japan, Korea, and Singapore
View
here
Malaysia, Australia, and
New Zealand
View
here
... Ty Newsflash - March Introductions
Ty introduces the new products for March 2005 ... (including the
much talked about new line - 'Pinkys').
Beanie Babies ... Mom,
SpongeBob TuxedoPants, SpongeBob ThumbsUp
Beanie Buddies ... Cutesy,
SpongeBob's Pineapple Home, Fumbles, Whittles
Ty Classics ... Champagne,
Cartwheels, Sandy, Buckshot
Pinkys ... Pinky Poo, Pinky Poo
(large), Rosa, Chenille, Dazzler, Julep, Silky, Baubles, Twinkles, Ratzo,
Lil' Gloss, Gloss, Orchid, Shimmers, and purses - Fab and Chic
Click
here to view all new March Ty products
| Sunday, February 27 |
... Beanie Bopper Info
Thanks to Mary from Michigan who has supplied us with some missing
information on our Beanie Boppers / Teenie Beanie Boppers page.
Mary writes:
Hi Deb,
While looking through you pages of Ty boppers and teenies, I noticed
some missing hometowns. I can help with a couple of question marks
anyway as I have these boppers. Thanks for the information on the
birthdays and hometowns of these Ty dolls. Think yours is
the only site that posts this information. Sincerely,
Mary from Michigan
Festive
Frannie hometown: Winterport, Maine
Heavenly Heather hometown: Santa Fe, New Mexico
... Note: There are only a few blanks to fill now.
If you have one of the Boppers or Teenie Boppers and can supply us with this
information, we'd love to hear from you. Thanks again, Mary
Click
here to visit our Beanie Boppers/Teenie Beanie Boppers page
| Saturday, February 26 |
... "I Love ..." Bear Collection
Thanks to Cathie, who shares the following:
Hi Ms.Janie and Deb....here
is a picture of all the I Love Bears that I have so far. I Love Ireland
is in the mail to me...maybe she'll arrive Saturday....then the two
newest German ones are being 'rounded' up for me. Hope you like this
picture...didn't know I had so many! Hugs, Cathie;)
... CHERISH Auctions / Update
Sue Owen shares the following:
Tomorrow
will be the final week for CHERISH DEC-AID auctions, for the moment
anyway. There is a possibility that individual auctions may be listed
from time to time, mostly of DEC-AID DECADE bears with colour
coordinated wristbands. I won't list these until the wristbands have
arrived. Tomorrow 3 such auctions will begin, featuring WHITE, LIGHT
BLUE and ROYAL BLUE Decade Bears (thanks to 'Lena at Lake' for donating
the bears). Each bear comes with a special CHERISH DEC-AID awareness
ribbon, tags and 2 Tsunami relief wristbands - one for the bear to keep
and one for you to wear! ...
...Here is the link to all the current CHERISH auctions (don't forget
the 8 closing tomorrow!) ...
http://search.ebay.co.uk/_W0QQsassZsue_owen
... There will be no more auctions until later in March after these, as
I am getting all the ingredients ready for the BIG event next month -
the CHERISH Global Breakfast! Last year's event was very popular and I
hope that this year's will be an even bigger success!
Best wishes, Sue
www.cherishonline.co.uk
... 2005 Special Olympics World Winter Games, Nagano Japan
Special Olympics version "Hannah" Beanie Baby by Ty Japan
The 2005 Special Olympics World Winter
Games are being held in Nagano (2/26 - 3/5/05.
Sakurako of
Bottega Beanies
(Japan) and R Asano of
Beans Tokyo
(Japan) share the following link
regarding a special promo version of the Beanie Baby 'Hannah' in honor
of this event. This special Beanie is being promoted and sold by
Ty Japan.
http://internet-tv.co.jp/2005sowwg/bear/index.php
You can visit the Special Olympics website by clicking
here
| Thursday, February 24 |
... New Hallmark Beanie?
Susan writes:
Hi Doodle, I thought you might
want to know. While I was looking around the internet today, I saw
a picture of a Beanie Baby named Dearly. It is noted as being a
Hallmark exclusive Beanie. Have you heard anything about this
Beanie? It really is a too cute bear!!! Oh, you can see a
photo of it on Cindy's Beans website. Thanks and keep up the good
work, you always help us collectors with the latest news in our
hobby!!! Your friend, Susan
... Thanks for sharing the news, Susan.
For those that may want to check it out, here is the link to the
site. (Remember, it's considered official only when announced by
Ty.)
Click
here to visit Cindy's Beans
... Ty Newsflash - February Retirements
Ty has retired eight Beanie Babies today: Hawthorne,
Lani,
Diggs,
Truly
(announced as 'sold out' on February
5th),
Bali
(announced as 'sold out' on
February 15th),
Punxsutawney Phil 2005,
Speedster,
and
Croaks
(announced as 'sold out' on
February 9th).
Click here to view the announcement
... New 'Ask Ty' Q & A
A new 'Ask Ty' question and answer has been posted on
Ty's website:
Q: How do you decide
what each Beanie's birthday will be? (submitted by Denny916)
A: Some Beanies remind me of friends and I use their birthdays. Other
Beanies remind me of famous people and I use their birthdays. Sometimes
Beanies bring back special dates in my life . . . and I use those for
the birthdays !
Click
here to visit 'Ask Ty'
... 'Pinkys' - Photos
Although not officially announced on Ty's website, a few people
seemed to have had a bit of luck finding the new line ... 'Pinkys'
(recently introduced at the UK Spring Fair, as well as the New York Toy
Fair). Ms Janie has posted a few of the photos shared by readers,
if you wish to take a peek.
Click
here to view - page 1
Click
here to view - page 2
| Tuesday, February 22 |
... Photo of 'Woolins'
Marilyn shares the following:
Woolins has fabric with rows of fuzzy
loops & green velvety footpads...shamrock on HIS left foot.
Okay, that does it...all those red, pink & white beanies will have
to go into the box until next year. It's time for the green guys!
Sent with plain green tissue ... style number 44047
Regards, Marilyn
... Thanks for sharing,
Marilyn
... 'Hoppy Spring'
Ty introduces two new Ty Store Exclusives ... 'Bonnet' Beanie Baby
and Buddy.
Click
here to view the announcement
| Monday, February 21 |
... New York Toy Fair - News Update
A reader shares further
news with Ms. Janie from the NY Toy Fair, including additional
information and photos of the Pinkies line. Given away at
the Show was a small 'promo version' of a pink poodle. To view a
photo, along with the tag, click
here. Mentioned in the Pinkies
line are six Beanies ... Silky, Dazzler, Baubles, Julep, Rosa, and
Chenille ... and a Buddy ... Ratzo. Also included are new
additions to the Classics line.
| Sunday, February 20 |
... New York Toy Fair
The NY Toy Fair began today and runs through February 23rd at the
Jacob Javits Center, New York, NY. Ms Janie has reported news from
the Show on her site, including some updated information following her
newsletter earlier today. For a full report of what was displayed
at the Show, you can visit her site by
clicking here
(As we reported on Monday, she is down with pneumonia. I just
spoke with her and she is slowly recovering. She still sounds
terrible but is feeling better. We wish for her a full recovery
soon.)
... CHERISH - Auctions/Updates
Sue Owen writes:
The contents
of this box will be available for viewing at 11 pm GMT today. If
you collect Peace Bears you will definitely be interested!
At 11pm my son will have been fasting for 12 hours to raise money for
World Vision, as part of an event called The 24-hour Famine. Between
18th and 20th February, young people throughout the UK will be going
without food for 24 hours in return for sponsorship.
The money raised will bring children orphaned by HIV/AIDS what they need
most - food and warmth, the vital support of a Care Worker, the chance
to go to school and will help protect their home and land from being
stolen. The money will also help reduce the number of orphans
through education about HIV/AIDS.
Any money raised will be very much appreciated and make a real difference.
However, an achievable suggested target for every teen who takes part is £72.
Why £72?
Every £6 raised could care for one orphan for one month. This means £72
could provide care, comfort and protection for an orphan for one whole
year.
For that reason the package will be offered for sale by auction but will
also be available as a Buy It Now item for £72. We will donate the eBay
fees and hope that the auction winner will feel able to donate any
PayPal fees if they choose to use that method of payment, so that all of
the money raised can go to World Vision.
Therefore if you are interested in this item, please look at the auction
as soon as it goes live at 11pm GMT to ensure that you have the chance
to bid! If you miss out and would like to sponsor Steven then donations
would be very gratefully received - please just email me to discuss how
you might do this.
Also on eBay are several auctions closing today in aid of research into
children's cancers, including the wonderful set of items signed by WWE
wrestler Mick Foley aka Dude Love. The current DEC-AID auctions for 6 Gold Decade Beanies are also closing
later today.
Starting tonight is a new series of DEC-AID auctions, thanks to
wonderful donations from Miho Yamamoto of Japan, Louise Dick of Scotland
and Heather Weinert of England.
All current CHERISH auctions can be viewed at this link:
http://search.ebay.co.uk/_W0QQsassZsue_owen
Finally, please make a note of this date in your diary: Saturday 19th March
I'll let you know what's cooking nearer the date!
Best wishes,
Sue
| Saturday, February 19 |
... Masque vs Mardi Gras
Cathie shares a photo of the newest Beanie Babies added to her
collection ... 'Masque' (a current Ty Store Exclusive Beanie) and
'Mardi Gras' (a current retail Beanie).
(... Thanks for sharing,
Cathie!)
'Masque' (yellow) and 'Mardi Gras' (blue)
| Friday, February 18 |
... Ty Newsflash
Ty has retired the Ty Classic 'Snow Angel' today. This
beautiful angel plush is a Mitsukoshi Department Store Exclusive
(Japan).
Click here to view the announcement
... NY Yankees Buddy Giveaway 2005
A Cyberboard
posting mentions the recent
promotion announcement of a Ty Beanie Buddy giveaway at the NY Yankees
vs Blue Jays game. This Buddy will be given away on September 25, 2005, to the
first 18,000 fans (14 and under).
Click
here to view the NY Yankees giveaway promotions
... Thanks to Karen (aka KarenBrit) for
pointing out ... we posted the 2004 promo link instead of the correct
one. It has been changed now :)
| Thursday, February 17 |
... New 'Ask Ty' Q & A
A new 'Ask Ty' question and answer has been posted on Ty's website:
Q: Do
you ever dream about Beanies? (submitted by 9178947)
A: Great question. I often dream of new Beanies . . . I guess that's why
I sleep with a sketch pad on my night stand !
Click
here to visit 'Ask Ty'
... Media Advisory - Special
Olympics Canada to host official send-off for Team Canada
A Google alert points us to the following article:
Athletes En Route to World Winter Games in Nagano, Japan
TORONTO, Feb. 17 /CNW/ - Special Olympics Canada will host an official send-off
dinner for the members of Team Canada, who are departing to competein the Special
Olympics World Winter Games -- the largest sporting event in the world in 2005 -- in
Nagano, Japan. The Games will bring together more than 1,900 athletes from over 80
countries, a number comparable to those who participated in the 1998 Winter Olympics.
Our athletes will compete in the sports of Speed Skating, Figure Skating, Alpine Skiing,
Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, and Floor Hockey. More than 12,000 spectators are
expected to attend the Games in Nagano.
WHAT: Team Canada Send-Off Dinner
DATE: February 19, 2005
TIME: Photo op at 8:00pm
LOCATION: Laurel Hall
Delta Airport Hotel
5444 Dixie Road
Toronto, ON
PHOTO-OP: 8:00pm TRADITIONAL JAPANESE DRUMMING PERFORMANCE,
FLAG RAISING, LIGHTING OF OLYMPIC TORCH AND
ATHLETE PROCESSION
8:15pm PRESENTATION OF TEAM CANADA BEANIE BABIES
FROM ATHLETES TO TRADITIONAL JAPANESE DRUMMERS
About Special Olympics Canada
-----------------------------
Special Olympics Canada is dedicated to enriching the lives of Canadians with an
intellectual disability through sport. It is a national not-for-profit organization that
provides sport training and competition opportunities for over 28,000 athletes. More
than 10,000 certified volunteer coaches are currently involved with Special Olympics
programs nationwide. Special Olympics Canada's programs are supported by corporate
sponsorship, fundraising activities, government funding and the involvement of
volunteers in each province across the country.
Click
here to read the article
| Tuesday, February 15 |
... Ty Newsflash
Ty has introduced a Ty Store Exclusive today ... a new St. Patricks'
Day Beanie Baby - 'Woolins'.
(Thanks, Donna, for sharing the
news!)
Click
here to view the announcement
... "Sold Out"
Ty has listed 'Bali', the Komodo dragon, as 'sold out' today.
Click here to view the announcement
| Monday, February 14 |
... Get Well Soon
Our best wishes to Ms. Janie. She was diagnosed today with
pneumonia and was sent to bed with some needed rest. She will
update her site as soon as she is feeling better. Ms. Janie is a
good friend to many of us ... we send our best wishes in hopes she is
feeling better soon!
Added Note: Karen (aka KarenBrit) writes:
Ms. Janie asked me to let others know that she is very sick. She
has not been feeling well for the last week, and her doctor's visit
today confirmed she has pneumonia and is to go straight to bed.
She will not be updating the site for a few days...perhaps she should
take a week off...but i'm not sure i can convince her of that! lol
As a side note, sales of the book have got my fingers aching, elbows hurting, and arms about to drop off, with all the emails, registering orders, sending out payment details, etc. Close to 1,000 orders have come in!!!! I'm speechless! No, i'll never be that :-) The adrenaline (? sp) is keeping me going, I'll probably collapse after the last book's mailed out! lol Won't be long now. I can see it as a way to get the market up and running like crazy again! I've had the kindest emails and the excitement is incredible, over the book. Makes it all worthwhile the work put into it. Thank you everyone for sharing the news about it.
Love:
Karen
... 'Angeline ... A Story of Love'
Our friend Sakurako of Japan (Bottega
Beanies) shares a photo of Ty's new and upcoming 'line' -
Angeline's book "A Story of Love". Angeline has been
described as an adorable angel with tiny wings, accompanied by a story
of love. Additional photos can be viewed on Sakurako's website at
the above link! (Thanks for sharing, Sakurako!)
| Sat-Sun, February 12-13 |
... Nuremberg Toy Fair
A report from a visitor who attended the Nuremberg Toy Fair is
posted on Ms. Janie's Message Board. There is an interesting
description of Angelina (yet to be announced by Ty on the website), with
the story behind this new 'angel'. Additional details are also
included regarding the new 'Pinkys', the two new German bears. and more
Click here to read the post
... CHERISH Auctions - Update
Sue Owen writes:
With
auctions closing as I write there are more just starting; some for the
CHERISH DEC-AID Tsunami Appeal and some for International Childhood
Cancer Day, with proceeds going to research into children's cancers via
Cancer Research UK.
Series of 6 serially numbered Gold DEC-AID Decade Beanies with 'World Unite' wristbands
The picture
aboove shows a 'Dude Love' WWE figure signed by Mike Foley aka Dude
Love and a 'Socko' mascot also drawn and signed by Mike Foley in aid
of research into children's cancers, both donated by Pam and Lyle
Stradeski.
If you click on the link below it will show you all items listed and
it should be clear which auctions are for which charity by the logo
listed in the gallery view of each auction:
http://search.ebay.co.uk/_W0QQsassZsue_owen
I am still receiving wonderful donations for the DEC-AID appeal, which
is why the auctions are continuing. Look out for more next week.
Thanks for all your help and support.
Happy Valentine's Day to you all!
Best wishes,
Su
| Friday, February 11 |
... Garfield and Pooky Buddies
Our friend Sakurako of Japan (Bottega
Beanies) shares a photo of the
newly released 'Garfield' and 'Pooky' Beanie Buddies. (More photos
can be viewed on her website.)
Note: She also writes of two new German 'Exclusive' Beanie Babies shown at the Nuremberg International Toy Fair ... Friedrich (I love Deutschland) and Germany (I Love Germany) - both being the color of 'Germania'. Additional information is noted on her site as well. ... Thanks for sharing, Sakurako!
Garfield Beanie Baby and Buddy
Pooky Beanie Baby and Buddy
... New 'Ask Ty' Q & A
A new 'Ask Ty' question and answer has been posted on Ty's website.
(Hopefully this will clarify some questions concerning a post by Ty
Warner on the Ty Cyberboard (on January 28th) concerning prototype
Beanies. It read as follows:
I need your help !
Ty Warner (Jan 28, 2005, 05:20 PM)
Message Id: 924112
Ty Warner writes:
I was shocked to see the auctions for my prototypes. I have not given
anyone the authority to sell these items. I do not know how they found
their way out of our office, or if they are even authentic. Please know
one thing is for certain, I will find out how this happened and who is
responsible. I ask you not to bid on any prototypes until I have
resolved this issue. If you have any information regarding the
whereabouts of my prototypes please email my office at contact@ty.com.
Thank you for your help and your continued support.
Today's 'Ask Ty' reads as follows:
Q: Can you please clear up some
of the confusion about the prototype issue? (submitted by
americanmaid)
A: As I said
before in the statement I posted on the Daily Tymes Board with respect
to the prototypes, I'm taking action to ensure that this situation is
resolved soon and never happens again. Please know that I'm taking this
very seriously and I appreciate your concerns.
Click
here to visit 'Ask Ty'
| Thursday, February 10 |
... Reminder
As a reminder to the news we posted yesterday regarding the new 'Ty
Beanies Tracker' book, a link has been placed at the top of this page
for those interested. You really should check it out if you are a
Ty product collector ... there's lots of updated information that
has been added since the 1st edition. (Per 'KarenBrit', there has
been an overwhelming response so far ... you may not want to miss out.)
... 'Love is in the Air - Promo
Ryan shares the following:
Beginning today, February
10, CollectiblezSpot will allow each family to enter our new 'Love Is In
The Air' promotion daily. Using the form provided on the contest page
your daily entries will provide you multiple chances to win one of THREE
great VALENTINE prize packages!
This promotion is scheduled to conclude on February 21. For
complete details on this promotion, visit
http://www.collectiblezspot.net/promo/love
Have a great day everyone!
Ryan
| Wednesday, February 9 |
... New Beanie Baby Book!
Many of you have written in the past of your curiosity and interest
in a new (and updated) Beanie Baby book. Karen (aka KarenBrit) has
worked very hard over the last year on providing such a book, consulting
with many people, listening to collectors' questions, and reviewing
suggestions made since the 1st edition was released She can now
actively take preorders for the book. For anyone who places an
order, she will email you an order number. (She will then know the
quantity of books, labels, padded envelopes, etc. that will be
needed.) If you do not receive a confirmation email within 24
hours, you should email her directly.
Bangzoom's 2nd Edition Ty Beanies Tracker.
Bangzoom and 'KarenBrit' have taken great effort to include all that was
considered necessary to make this a valuable resource guide for
collectors, sellers, and anyone who owns or has an interest in a Beanie
baby or other Ty product covered in the book.
Click
here for more information - Bangzoom's 2nd Edition Ty Beanies Tracker
... Thanks for sharing your news and
information with us, Karen. You should be VERY happy and quite
proud ... I'm sure a lot of hard work and effort that was put into compilation of
this book. We can't wait to get our hands on a copy!
... Another "Sold Out" Posted
Ty has added another 'sold out' Beanie Baby ... 'Croaks' ... to the
already noted 'Truly' (which was posted Saturday, February 5th).
| Tuesday, February 8 |
... 'Adonis' is Arriving
As you may guess, the February 2005 Beanie of the Month ... 'Adonis'
is arriving in the mailbox now for members participating in the BBOTM
program. Our friend Sakurako of Japan (Bottega
Beanies) shares a photo with us of this new Beanie. What a
cute Valentine dog it is!
(... Thanks for sharing your photo, Sakurako! Additional photos
can be viewed on her site.)
| Sunday, February 6 |
... UK Show News - Update
A new range of Ty products have been exhibited at the UK Show
today. As reported earlier, Daphne has posted news on her website
of this new line ... "Pinkys" (or 'Pinkies'). It sounds
interesting, especially if you love the color pink! There is also
news of another line ... 'Angeline' (or 'Angelina'). Due 'Mayish',
Angeline features a blonde, ruffled-haired angel with tiny wings'; also
included are key rings, cards, tissue paper, and gift
bags. A full report can be read on the 'Bears and Beans'
site be clicking
here.
Also at the Show was a new Beanie called 'Mum', which appears to be a
variation as in years' past of the U.S. version 'Mom'. This Bear
doesn't appear to be an Exclusive, perhaps just a different
'version'. (Note: Ms. Janie has posted a report from a UK
reader, which can be read on her site by clicking
here.
... Counterfeit Beanies
Karen (aka Karenbrit) shares the following:
Re:
Counterfeit Beanies
Collectors probably don't realize the many people who help them. I
would like to take this opportunity to thank them all! Many people
work openly and there are many behind the scenes helping.
Webmasters inform people, and often have counterfeit information on
their sites, TrueBlueBeansNews has active counterfeit auctions listed,
and many collectors help by sharing information with
others. Traderlist posts bad traders, and help people when
problems arise, but wouldn't it be great if we could prevent problems
arising in the first place.
I know many are getting very frustrated that their work is in vain.
Mags on Ty Talk is relentless in her efforts to alert collectors, but
this is a post she has put on Ty Talk. I sometimes wonder if
collectors have a false sense of security. Ty has a counterfeit
hotline, and eBay's policies are no counterfeit can be sold.
However, obviously everyone is not doing the work needed to rid the
market of these counterfeits once and for all.
To me there is only one solution: DESTROY THE COUNTERFEITS! Some
auctions are pulled by Ty, only to be relisted 3 months later. Get
the police involved. Contact the seller, if necessary buy the product,
get the seller's details, but no money sent to them to support their
illegal action, and get the local police department to go round to get
the counterfeit, and either send to Ty to destroy it, or have the police
man destroy it. It's illegal to sell counterfeits. There are
sellers who honestly do not realize they have a counterfeit. However,
perhaps if the above suggested action was taken, they would make sure
that they have an authentic product before listing it for sale. We
have 3 great authentication services at our disposal if help is needed
in determining this. I think all 3, offer an economy service
that's just to determine if it's authentic or not, without the
Certificate, case, etc. It is for their expert opinion only.
Collectors and sellers should be taking advantage of this. I know
for sure TrueBlueBeans and Peggy Gallagher offer it, and am sure pbbags
would too.
This
is what mags posted on Ty talk.
|
It's
sad to see so many fakes selling for big prices!! Who said Mags2002 writes: |
I
do believe this topic deserves attention. This affects everyone.
It affects the collectors buying, it affects how people feel towards
beanie collecting in general, it affects them from even buying other
things online for fear of being taken, it affects the honest sellers,
it affects the value of people's collections, because mixed with
authentic beanies are counterfeit beanies, lowering the prices.
I hope Ty will listen to my suggestion above, destroying the
counterfeits is the only way I can see putting a stop to it. Oh, and a
fine to payable to the police department for their work
Love; Karen
... Cherish Auctions - Update
Sue Owen shares the following:
Also on
auction in aid of the DEC Tsunami Appeal are the 6 Asia Pacific 2003 Flag
Beanies (also donated by Beanie Tenjishitsu), each with CHERISH DEC-AID
tags and card.
Starting this week also are auctions for Valentine's items, ranging from
hand-made jewellery of a very unusual nature to signed Tatty Teddy
items, Ty Beanies, Gund and Grateful Dead Teddies and some 'Boglin's
Knitwear'. All proceeds will be donated to Children's Cancer
Research, with International Childhood Cancer Day approaching on 15th
February. This could be the perfect opportunity to buy a
Valentine's gift - maybe even for yourself!
Thank you so much for all your continued support - I continue to be
amazed at how kind and helpful people are!
Thank you so much for all your continued support - I continue to be
amazed at how kind and helpful people are!
Best wishes, Sue
| Saturday, February 5 |
... Beanie Babies Need Adoption
(Excerpt from 'The Mining Journal')
Beanie Babies need
empathetic soldiers in Iraq to adopt them
... The Red Cross has collected over 3,000 beanies to send to American
soldiers stationed overseas to hand out to native children. They are
looking for people to donate money and soldier information to ship the
boxes to. ....
Click
here to read the article
... UK Spring Fair
Daphne, from the 'Bears and Beans' website, reports that she will be posting news
from the UK (Birmingham) Spring Fair (as she typically does each for
each spring
and autumn show). The Spring Show begins tomorrow, February 6th.
News will be posted on the news page of the site, just follow the Spring
Fair link. (We will also keep you abreast of any news
'happenings'.)
Click here to visit the 'Bears and Beans' website
... "Sold Out"
Ty announces that 'Truly' the Beanie Baby Valentines Bear is 'sold
out'.
Click
here to view the announcement
| Thursday, February 3 |
... New 'Ask Ty' Q & A
A new 'Ask Ty' question and answer has been posted on Ty's website:
Q: Ty, do you think we'll
ever see a quote from you for the "Quote of the Day"? (submitted
by pepluvsme)
A: All of you do such a great job with quotes that I just can't
compete !
Click
here to visit 'Ask Ty'
| Wednesday, February 2 |
Happy Groundhog Day !
... CHERISH Auctions - Update
Sue Owen shares the following:
Hi,
I mentioned that there would be another (12th) auction listed this
week and that will start at 9 PM this evening (GMT). It will run for 5
days in order that it will close on the same day as all the others
currently running (Sunday 6th February).
The auctions have got off to a fantastic start - many thanks to all
who have placed bids and to those who have publicized the CHERISH
DEC-AID items.
We are well past the £1500 mark with the way the bids stand at the
moment, added to what has already been raised through other DEC-AID
auctions and the sale of the special CHERISH DEC-AID packages!
Here is the link to the auction starting later today (the link will
not work until 9 PM GMT).
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=5954122789
Thank you.
Sue
... The
Legend of Punxsutawney Phil: A Media Creation
Excerpts taken from an article in The
Associated Press 2/1/05:
PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. (AP) — If you think the media is responsible for the commercialization of a weather prognosticating rodent and the small town that celebrates it, you'd be right.
But it's not a modern phenomenon. It happened almost from the beginning in the home of Punxsutawney Phil.
Clymer Freas, an editor at The Punxsutawney Spirit in the 1800s, is credited with turning what had essentially been a German superstition celebrated locally with hunting — and eating — groundhog into what has to be one of the longest running publicity campaigns. ...
The Christian holiday of Candlemas holds that if a hibernating animal sees its shadow, winter will last another six weeks. If there's no shadow, spring will come early. ...
The entire event is run by volunteers. Johnston estimates that most club members spend 500 hours each annually planning Groundhog Day.
"If people realized how expensive Groundhog Day was to put on with fireworks ... it's an amazing expense, but again, we work all year long with license agreements," Johnston said.
The Inner Circle has never considered charging an admission and gets most of its money from licensing agreements, particularly with Ty Inc. The company makes Punxsutawney Phil Beanie Babies.
"Groundhog Day isn't really about money. You can attend Groundhog Day (and) you can have a perfectly satisfactory day and it won't cost you a penny," Johnston said.
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| Tuesday, February 1 |
... 'Beanie Baby of the Month" Membership - Update
Following yesterday's news, Ty has now
posted: "Sign up for the Beanie of the Month program by February
28, 2005
and you will receive your
first Beanie Baby in June 2005."
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here to SIGN UP (for new members)
... February 2005 'Beanie Baby of the Month'
Ty has introduced the February BBOTM ... 'Adonis'. What a CUTE
Valentine dog! You can check it out at the following link:
Poem:
Need
help with that romantic fluff ?
Ask me, because I know my stuff
Start with a gift sure to impress
What could that be? Just take a guess !
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here to view the announcement
... February Ty Desktop Wallpaper and Calendar
Ty has posted the February 2005 desktop wallpaper and calendar for
you to download and enjoy!
