October 1-31, 2003
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... Silent Retirement
Thanks to Sandra, who informs us that Ty has silently retired 'Bat-e' Beanie Baby, the Ty Store Exclusive.'
Click here to visit Ty Store  

Sandra also comments:  "I wonder why Fraidy Buddy wasn't retired along with Scared-e Buddy?"  I do wonder that myself!.


... Ty Newsflash - November Wallpaper
Ty has posted the November wallpaper / calendar.  To view or download, click on the link below.

Click here to view and download November wallpaper/calendar 

... Ty Newsflash - Retirements
Ty has retired two Beanie Babies and one Buddy today:
Beanie Babies
Tricky
Quivers
Beanie Buddy
Scared-e
Click here to view the announcement 

... Ty Newsflash - Exclusive Teenie Beanie Bopper
This evening Ty has introduced a new Teenie Beanie Bopper Exclusive, Super Shuto, Shimizu S-Pulse.

Click here to view the announcement 

Shimizu S-Pulse is a Japanese Soccer League.  The website can be visited by clicking on the link below.
http://www.s-pulse.co.jp/


... New 'Ask Ty' Q & A
A new 'Ask Ty' question and answer has been posted on Ty's site:
Q: On Halloween do you pass out candy or Beanies at your house? (submitted by beatlebeanie)
A: For the past several years I've missed the tricker treaters due to traveling or being at the office. I remember 6 or 7 years ago I gave out Chocolate . . . the moose. I'll never forget the smiles and all the fun I had that Halloween !
Click here to visit 'Ask Ty'  


... Ty Newsflash - New November Releases
Ty has introduced the Beanie Baby releases for November.
- Toboggan
- Mukluk
- Star
- Fins

 Click here to view the announcement  

Posted under the graphic on Ty's site is a note stating 'Looking for the Blue Star Beanie Baby', with a link to the Ty Retailer locator map.  (The image changes randomly to 'Star' with a gold star.)

... Small, Soft Dolls' Faces Hooked Head Bank Teller
BY LISA COONEY
Correspondent
Republicanherald.com
FRACKVILLE - Patrons at the Frackville branch of Minersville Safe Deposit Bank & Trust Co. know of her hobby.

Karen A. Sakowski, Shenandoah Heights, the head teller, is what fellow collectors call a "BB Mom."

That is, she collects Ty Inc. Beanie Babies.

And throughout the year, she rotates portions of her more than 550 Beanies to decorate the bank lobby.

"I generally change them every two weeks," she said recently. "It's amazing, really. People come in looking forward to seeing what ones are next."

For example, during the Independence Day holiday, the display featured red, white and blue beanies, followed by two sets of dogs to denote "the dog days of summer."

The beginning of autumn brought out various brown bears - in the wild and in the bank lobby.
Click here to read the story 


... Why Three Clubby VI Beanies?
Why did Ty introduce three Clubby VI Beanie Babies this year?  Perhaps the most logical theory can be found on the Ty Cyberboard.  This is the 10th year of Beanie Babies, and Ty has celebrated it in various ways.  In addition to the different colors of Decade Beanies, Ty has perhaps ended this 10th decade by representing each style of bear in the BBOC set ... old face, new face, and 'pooh' style.  Makes for some sound logic to us anyway!
Click here to read the Ty Cyberboard posts 


... 'Curve Ball Curt'
One of our readers, Tammy, would love to know if anyone has information to share on 'Curve Ball Curt'.  Also, remember the In-Stadium MasterCard Exclusives Clean Up Clark and Lead-Off Larry?  If you have additional information or photos to share, we'd love to hear from you.
email news@doodlespage.com  

... Second 'Bears, Beans and Collectables' Show in England
Daphne emails us with the following:
With under two weeks to go to the second Bears, Beans and Collectables Show in Chester, England, I'm wondering where the time has gone!

It may be a bit early, on 9 November, but this time it's a Christmas themed event, with not only plenty of bears and Beanies of all kinds for sale, but also some great charity angles:

The original Ty Europe Christmas tree has, kindly, been loaned to us and we're using it to raise funds, with CHERISH, for Cancer Research UK. Also for the same excellent cause, Sue is linking up with the Chubbleys to sell limited ediiton special bears, with the extra delight for visitors of being able to have their bears signed by designer, Darren

Santa is coming, although I have to convince him that his sleigh will NOT fit through the doors (you may think I'm joking on this one, but it's true!)  Thanks to generous manufacturers, who've donated a mass of toys for Santa's Show Sack, every penny will go to support the fantastic Round Table's Childrens Wish organisation.  More info on this at www.rtcw.org

As well as Beanies, Chubbleys, Steiff, Russ, Gund and other bears, there are individually made artists' bears, dolls houses, handmade bear chairs, cards and candles (could you really burn those?) ... collectors cards, pins, BBCM back issues and a mass of things that I'm sure people have forgotten to mention ... even a large rocking horse - what better place than Chester Racecourse to see a horse, anyway?  We've arranged for free old bear valuations and Yu-Gi-Oh duels, too ... not forgetting the spot prizes that will spring up throughout the day for no particular reason, apart from helping to make our visitors even happier

The free children's activities went down an absolute treat last time and they're back this time - with a Christmas theme, of course, which just has to include a lot of glitter and stars ... poor carpets!

The Show starts at 10.00 am and will run until 3.30. Child entry is free, whilst all adults will pay just £1.50

Sorry if I went on a bit - that's an abridged version as well!  Even more detail can be found at www.chestershow.com

Regards, Daphne
www.bearsandbeans.com 


... New Ty Products Soon!
If you have visited the Ty Cyberboard recently, then you may have read a few posts and were tempted to take a peek at the new November Ty products to be released.  Or you may have already received your November/December issue of Ty's 'Beanies & More' magazine.  (We gave you a few hints on Saturday :)

We have received images of the new products from a reader ... but reframed from posting them.  I'm sure it's just a matter of tyme, and we'll all be able to view them on Ty's site VERY soon.  Just have a little patience ... they are VERY cute and worth waiting to see!  Guess that's one of the perks of being a subscriber to the magazine!  (You can always order a subscription through Ty Store.)  

... Can You Help?
From our email, Tammy writes:
Hi Deb,  I still watch your page regularly.  Thanks for the great work!  Hope all is well with you.  Just wondering if you or any of your readers know if the stadium giveaway Ty Wahoo Wally came with a commemorative card like Cubby Casey did?  PLMK  Thanks,  Tammy in Seattle

Doodle's reply:  If you have the answer that can help Tammy, please let us know.  Thanks!  (email webmaster@doodlespage.com) 

Update:  Thanks to Richard and John, who let us know ... Wahoo Wally did not come with a commemorative card - only a ticket stub.

... 'Bloom' FTD Beanie Baby
Tim, one of Ms. Janie's readers, has shared photos of the 'Bloom' FTD promo Beanie Baby.  Although this Beanie is the same as the retail version, there is an additional heart shaped TY/FTD tag along with the regular tag.  For further information, and to view photos of this bear and tag, click on the link below.
'Bloom' FTD Beanie Baby photos

... New Ty Products ... Coming Soon
If you are a subscriber to Ty's 'Beanies & More' magazine, you will be able to see the new Ty products to be released soon.  (You can subscribe to the magazine at Ty Store).  Ty gives a sneak peek at what's around the corner for collectors in the newest issue of the magazine - November/December issue).

Noted on the Ty Cyberboard is the following:
new mag here
8894036   (Oct 25, 2003, 03:53 PM)
Message Id: 591917
8894036 writes:
we got the new mag for nov./dec, They have great pict of new beanies for Nov.
TY store shows two
Tom-E birthday Nov,27
Tidings 12/22 green moouse looks great
beanies are
Decade - Gold
Toboggan 12/31/02, penguin
Fins 3/4/03 seal
Mukluk 2/26/03, huskey
Then Star for Halmark
gold star normal stors
blue star,Ideations Ex.

Classic is one
Stardust , A Harrods Bear Exclusive
white with $$$$$ signs on it

They came to store early this time
All pictures are great now we have to wait till Nov to see them.
Tidings is good can't wait till TY store comes out with it
Slow month for beanies not many

Oh forgot BOTM is Comet , bear very nice looking looks like star system dark blue
Click here to view the Cyberboard Post and comments  


... Clubby VI Photos
Michelle ('Chell') from the UK has shared photographs of her recently received Clubby VI Beanie Babies.  These all have the Ty Europe 'Beanies' hang tag ... the inside of the tag for each of the Beanies reads the same.  (Thanks for sharing with us, Chell) 

... More on 'Stardust'
The 'Bears and Beans' website shares additional information on the Harrod's UK Exclusive.  The bear's name is 'Stardust' ... a Ty Classic.

Daphne writes:  "He is not a Beanie .... Harrods describes him as a 'proper bear'.  His name is Stardust.  He's creamy, with brown bits giving a furry effect, soft fur plusy.  Wars a gold neck ribbon with bow.  On his foot he has 'Harrods Toy Kingdom by Ty'.  Retail price of £12.95.  In a limited edition, we gather, with only 500 being made available on the day.  The total l/e of 3000 is being quoted, but we've not had that confirmed officially.  He can be ordered by phone but NOT until 1 November.  Harrods will be strict on this.
Click here to visit the 'Bears and Beans' website 


... More Bears?
Yesterday we shared a link from Ms. Janie ... a new bear called 'Star'.  Will there be two versions?  The bear yesterday was holding a gold star ... another image shows the bear holding a blue star.  For additional information, click on the links below..
Click Here for Blue Version of Star
Click here for Gold Version of Star


... New UK Exclusive Bear
A reader of Ms. Janie's site reports of receiving a card from Ty Europe today.  Harrod's, the 'famous big toyshop in London', has something interesting from Ty on the way:
Click here for further info on a new UK Exclusive

... New 'Ask Ty' Q & A
A new 'Ask Ty' question and answer has been posted:
Q: In short, can you explain the process to create a Beanie? Which one took you the longest? (submitted by NoDoubtLuver)
A: Beanies begin their life as a pencil sketch, or a watercolor and sometimes even a doodle. Prototypes are made from the sketches and are tweaked until I feel they are the best they can be. Of all the Beanies introduced this month, Chillin' was my biggest challenge.
Click here to visit 'Ask Ty' 
(Ah, Ty likes to 'doodle', too! <smile>)


... A 'Star' to be Born Soon?
Ms. Janie has posted a picture of a 'possible' new Beanie Baby ... a white bear with wings, holding a gold star.  Earlier this year, on August 9th, Sly reported to Ms. Janie of a Ty trademark registration application ... 'Star', listed as 'plush toys' as the goods and services.  Perhaps this is the new 'Star'?
Click here to view the picture 

Added Note:  Ms. Janie has further updates on her site.  A new 'Star' Hallmark Exclusive?  (You can visit her site at the link above for additional information.)


  ... BBOC Shipment Confirmation
'Acave' writes:
Just thought i would let you know that i got my BBOC confirmation shipment email from Ty today for the CLUBBY VI SET.


... What's Next?
Although Beanie news has been a little slow lately, with next week being the end of the month we can anticipate some action just around the corner.  Probably some (Halloween themed) retirements, new products for November, a new 'Beanie of the Month' for November, and maybe something new at Ty Store.  And don't forget to enter the BBOC Sweepstakes daily, as well as the Halloween contest on the 'Halloween Fun Page' ... it's your chance to win something special from Ty.
Visit Ty's website here 

... Beanies in United Way Campaign
The Palm Beach County of America banks in Florida are selling Beanie Babies in a United Way fund raiser campaign.  There are eleven styles of Beanies - $6 each - through November 24th.  For styles available and more information, click here.

... A Neat Way to Display Beanies
Diane writes:
Today on treasure makers on HGTV they showed a way to display your beanie & buddy collection. I've enclosed the link for directions. Diane

Paint food tins in bright colors and connect them on their sides with screws and nuts to hold stuffed animals (figure B).
Click here to view 

... News from Japan - Nippon Professional Baseball Beanie
Our friend Rin Asano, from Beans Tokyo, writes us with news of the 'Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) limited edition Beanie Baby.  This promo bear is a 'Sizzle' Beanie Baby, decked out in NPB Nippon Series 2003 attire.  At last check, this Bear was available for purchase at NPB's official Shop but is only available to ship in Japan.  

Doodle's Note:  One of our articles in 'Bean Bag & Collectables' Magazine' (on 'Ty Japan') highlighted all the past Beanie promos (soccer,etc.) in Japan up until that date.  This is definitely another interesting promo worth adding to the list :)  Thanks for sharing, Rin!

(Added note:  The magazine was known as 'Bean Bag World' in February 2002, when the article 'Big in Japan' was written.)

... Ty Halloween Fun Page
As we mentioned last Friday, if past years were any indication, we could anticipate Ty's Halloween Fun Page to be posted soon.  (It also began last year on October 17th.)  Today, Ty posted some Halloween fun ... a chance to vote for your favorite 'Halloweenie' Beanie, as well as a chance to win a daily drawing of Ty goodies.
Click here to visit Ty's Fun Page 

... New 'Ask Ty' Q & A
A new 'Ask Ty' question and answer has been posted on Ty's site:
Q: Do you design all the Beanies for the whole year at one time or do you plan just a few? (submitted by galute)
A: Beanie Baby design and creation is done almost every day of the year. I find that the more spontaneous my thoughts and ideas are, the better the designs are. There is rarely a day that goes by that I'm not sketching something!
Click here to visit 'Ask Ty' 

... 'Bat-e' Photo
If you haven't yet received your Ty Store Exclusive Beanie 'Bat-e' and wish to take a peek at one, Ms. Janie has posted a photo from a reader on her site.
Click here to view the photo 

... "For Some, Beanie Baby Hunt is Still On"
Published: Tuesday, October 14, 2003
By Kristi O'Harran
Herald Columnist
Erin, Maple, Valentine, Peace and Glory.
If you recognize those names as famous Beanie Babies, you probably were on the hunt six years ago, during the height of the craze, for the beloved stuffed creatures. The frenzy may be over, but dedicated enthusiasts still enjoy the hunt.
Click here to read the article 

... Madame Alexander Dolls in the News
Although 'non-Beanie' related news, I found this article quite interesting for those of you who may be doll (especially Madame Alexander doll) collectors.

New York Post (On Line News)
LET'S MAKE A DOLL: HARLEM PLANS MUSEUM
October 13, 2003 -- Madame Alexander dolls, the haughty high-fashion collectibles coveted by divas like Oprah Winfrey, Demi Moore, Britney Spears, will soon be more accessible.

The venerable doll company plans to open a museum in November at its Harlem headquarters, featuring its most influential models and historical creations, among them a Scarlett O'Hara doll, its "Wizard of Oz" line, nursery-rhyme characters like the Three Little Pigs and its famous Alex dolls - which have their own fantasy jobs and storylines.
Click here to read the article 

... Billionaire 6 Bear
Michelle from the UK sends us photos of her Billionaire 6 Beanie Baby.

 Click here to view the photos  

... 'Bat-e' - A Quick Flight
Two of our readers, Susan and Sandra, report that they have received notification that their Ty Store Exclusive 'Bat-e' Beanie Baby has shipped.  Now that's quick, as this Beanie was just introduced on Tuesday, October 7th.  Just in time to add to your Halloween decorating!


... A Special 'Cure' on eBay
Sue informs us of a 'Cure' Beanie Baby (wearing a Swarvoski pearl and sterling silver necklace) that is up for bid on eBay (beginning tomorrow).  Proceeds from the sale of this special Beanie will go to Cancer Research.
Click here for more information 

... Ty Halloween Decorations
If you have decorated your home with a Ty Halloween theme, we would like to hear from you.  Just send the photo(s) along, we'll take a look, and perhaps post it as a "picture of the day".  Send it to webmaster@doodlespage.com. 


... Halloween Fun Page?
Speaking of Halloween, if past years are any indication, perhaps Ty will soon post their annual Halloween Fun Page?  (It began October 17th last year.)   At that time, collectors had a chance to win a daily prize (one of 26 Ty-autographed SCARED-e Beanie Babies), vote for their favorite dressed 'Halloweenie' Beanie, and could participate in an auction for a prototype 'Frankenteddy' (with two black feet).  $17,505 was raised for UNICEF through the auction.  Guess we shall soon see!

... October - National Popcorn Month
Did you know the month of October has been labeled at National Popcorn Month?  The Collectiblez site has shared information with us as to why perhaps Ty commemorated the latest October 'Beanie Baby of the Month' ... 'Popcorn'.
Click here to read more 

... 'Trading Spaces'
Beanieholics informs us of tonight's episode of 'Trading Spaces'.  It's supposed to feature a room filled with Beanie Babies ... and what to do with all of them.  What is the final outcome?  You can check it all out tonight.
Click here to visit the Trading Spaces website 

... New 'Ask Ty' Q & A
A new 'Ask Ty' question and answer has been posted:
Q: What do you do with the Beanie Babies that do not get picked to be the next Beanie Baby? (submitted by dymples)
A: Beanie Baby designs can go through many revisions. If a Beanie isn't ready to be introduced to the world this month . . . they stay in the nursery !
Click here to visit 'Ask Ty'  


...  First BBOC Winner Announced
The first winner of Ty's BBOC Contest is posted on Ty's site.  Sara from TN has won the first Ty-signed Decade Beanie Baby.  Congrats to Sara ... and good luck to all those who enter.  Have you entered today?  (Remember, you can enter daily.)
Click here to visit the BBOC


... Ty Newsflash - October Wallpaper
You can now decorate your computer desktop with Ty's October wallpaper / calendar.  It's quite festive, with a Halloween theme.  (Hard to believe October is already here!)
Click here to view and download the Ty October Wallpaper 

Since mid-day Wednesday, we have been unable to upload the news to our site.  Our apologies for the delay.  (Apparently, our host server has been in 'update mode'.)  Fortunately, the email and the site were still operational ... just no file transfers were possible!
Thanks to all of you who expressed your concerns as to where we were! :)

... (Some) 'Decades' Retired
Susan writes:
Hi Doodle, I noticed earlier today that the red, white, and royal blue 'Decade' Beanie Babies are listed as 'retired' on Ty's site.  Did I miss the announcements? Or did they just silently retire without a newsflash?  And when?  Just curious.  Thanks for all you do with your site - And for keeping all us collectors informed.  TTY soon, Susan

Well, Susan ... If you missed an announcement, then I figured ... so did we.  But after checking it out, you're correct.  All three 'Decades' - Red, White, and Royal Blue - are now listed as 'retired' on Ty's website (along with the already retired light blue and hot pink). It appears Ty silently sent them to the retirement list today.  (Purple, Orange, and Green 'Decades' are still current.)


... BBOC Now 'Open'
As earlier reported, the BBOC is now 'open' and ready to take your order. Included in this year's product line and now available - Clubby VI Beanies and Decade Jingle Beanies.  And don't forget ... Registered members can now enter the BBOC Sweepstakes for a chance to win a Decade Beanie Baby signed by Ty Warner.  (If you prefer not to order the BBOC items online, you can contact the BBOC by phoning 1-877-797-8218.)
Click here to view the BBOC Newsflash and more info


... 'Cure' Beanie Baby
12:10 am EST ... You may want to keep an eye on the Ty website today for the announcement of the Beanie Baby 'Cure'.

On September 17th, Sue pointed us to the 'Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer' website, which states:
On October 1, 2003, Ty Inc. will give birth to Cure™ - the newest member of its cuddly family. The Pink Beanie Baby with a pink ribbon on its chest will be sold nationwide by Ty retailers through March 2004. Ty will make a minimum donation of $1,000,000 to the Komen Foundation. To see Cure's picture and find a Ty retailer near you, please visit www.ty.com.
Click here to view the article

Update:
Ty Newsflash ... Ty has now made an official announcement, introducing 'Cure', the Beanie Baby. 100% of the profits from the original sale of this Beanie will go to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.
Click here to view the announcement

... PR Newswire - Press Release
Ty to Support the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation by Donating 100% of Profits from the Sales of Its New Cure(TM) The Beanie Baby

OAK BROOK, Ill., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Cure(TM) the Beanie Baby(R) has been created by Ty to lend its support to the fight against breast cancer by donating 100% of the profits from the original sale of this piece to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Cure(TM) the Beanie Baby, a pink bear wearing a pink ribbon on its chest, will be available in stores nationwide the week of October 6, 2003. The poem written on its tag reads:

To those we've lost and those we love Our promise is to rise above We know we'll beat this, that's for sure Support the cause, help find a cure! "We are proud to join with the Komen Foundation to help raise both awareness and funds for the fight against breast cancer," said Ty Warner, CEO/Chairman of Ty Inc. and Beanie Baby creator. "So many families are affected by breast cancer and we all need to work together to find a cure for this devastating disease."
Click here to read the NewswirePress Release 


... BBOC
As reported on September 20th, the BBOC offer, per the BBOC newsletter, reports that the offer will be valid from October 1, 2003 - December 1, 2003.  If you are a registered BBOC member, you should be able to order through the BBOC website, by phone, or through the mail-in offer.  (Be sure to have your membership number available when ordering.)
Click here to visit the BBOC website