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Bean Watcher
News and Reports for Beanbag Collectors
This site exists for your enjoyment. My goal is to make your beanbag collecting experience more enjoyable. I focus on Ty products
-- Beanie Babies, Beanie Buddies, Beanie Boppers, and more. I do not receive any financial compensations whatsoever --
I prepare it because of the joy that it brings to me and others. I hope you'll enjoy the news, photographs, and articles that you see.
So grab a beverage, sit back, and enjoy the read! ~ Bean Watcher
Worldwide News and Reports
July 2008
Happy Collecting!
Bean Watcher
Happy Trails to You...
USA
July 6, 2008
 After much thought, I have decided to suspend further updates to the Bean Watcher site.
At the beginning of the year, I had great hopes for Ty's new line of plush toys. But instead of generating more excitement, it is apparent that interest in beanies has waned. Collecting Ty beanies, for this long-time collector, simply is not the same. The fun, excitement, and magic of years gone by are just fond memories.
I won't call this announcement a "retirement" since it sounds so final. And I won't say "good-bye" since Ty, Inc. may become "collector - friendly" once again. Who knows, I may decide to re-appear in the months ahead. There are interesting new styles waiting to be introduced and I may want to share the news when the time is right.
So for now, I'll just say, "See you later..." The first few lines of a popular song by the late Roy Rogers and Dale Evans, "Happy Trails," appropriately express my sentiments:
Happy trails to you, until we meet again.
Happy trails to you, keep smilin' until then.
Who cares about the clouds when we're together?
Just sing a song and bring the sunny weather.
Happy trails to you, 'till we meet again.
Thank you for the times we shared together. I hope that you'll always find the beanies you want, now and in the future.
Happy Collecting!
Bean Watcher
Happy Independence Day, America!
USA
July 4, 2007
 In the USA, Independence Day, July 4th, celebrates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. According to the online dictionary, Wikipedia.com:
Families often mark the Fourth of July with a picnic or barbecue, and take advantage of the long weekend or off-day to gather with relatives. Decorations (e.g., streamers, balloons, and clothing) generally are colored red, white, and blue due to the colors of the American Flag.... Parades are often held in the morning, baseball games played (July 4th being nearly halfway into the baseball season), and fireworks displays in public parks in the evening. Other traditions include face painting for children and tossing of a football or frisbee.
From more information about this special American holiday, click here.
Latest Ask Ty Response Posted
Illinois, USA
July 4, 2008
 Ty has posted his response to this week's winning Ask Ty question. How does Ty plan to celebrate the Fourth of July? Just ask Ty!
Q: What are your plans for the 4th of July? (submitted by Sloth It Up)
A: Well, I thought I'd take in the fireworks at the park. Hope to see you there !
Independence Day Greetings
California, USA
July 4, 2008
 A reader from California shares her Independence Day picture with us. The picture features some of our favorite patriotic beanie friends, such as Salute the bear, Hero the bear, and Glory the bear. To see the reader's picture, click here.  Bean Watcher comment: Thank you for sharing your picture with us!
Update to the Ness-e Article
England, UK
July 2, 2008
 John from the UK, co-manager of Beanie UK, shares that he has updated his Ness-e article. He writes:
(I) have updated the article underneath, to include photos of the NESS-e Classic... The Loch Ness Exclusive Classic has a style number # 56009, and the retail version is style # 56010
To read John's updated article, click here.
Birthdays of the July 2008 Beanie Babies 2.0s
Illinois, USA
July 1, 2008
 Daniel from Maryland, webmaster of Beanie Universe, shares the birthdays of this month's Beanie Babies 2.0 styles. Here they are:
Clipper - July 30, 2007
Frolics - July 12, 2007
Midas - June 23, 2008
Ming - January 3, 2008
Sniffs - March 30, 2008
Trooper - September 18, 2007
Bean Watcher comment: Thank you for sharing the news with us!
The July 2008 Ty Product Introductions
Illinois, USA
July 1, 2008
 Today, Ty officially announces the July 2008 introductions. Here they are:
Also, the following Ty Girlz have been silently introduced: Lovable Lily, Preppy Paige, and Awesome Ashley. To view their introductions, click here.
Bean Watcher update: Daniel from Maryland, webmaster of Beanie Universe, shares that the Ty Girlz, Tredy Taylor has also been introduced.
The July 2008 Ty Product Introductions
USA
June 30, 2008
 A source shares the names and style numbers of the U.S. retail July 2008 Ty product introductions. Here they are by product line:
Beanie Babies 2.0
Ty Girlz
Pluffies
Pursley (grey cat) - Style No. 32115 ** Barkers (brown dog) - Style No. 32116
Ty Classic
Bean Watcher comment: Thank you for sharing the news with us! Pictures of the introductions should appear on Ty.com tomorrow (July 1, 2008). Click here to visit Ty.com.
Second Annual Westmont Beanie Baby 5K Run/Walk Begins Today
Westmont, USA
June 29, 2008
 The Second Annual Westmont Beanie Baby 5K Walk/Run is scheduled for today. The event will be held in Westmont, Illinois. Here is a message posted on the race's website:
The 2nd annual Westmont Beanie Baby 5K Run/Walk will be held at beautiful Ty Warner Park, and is sure to be a great event for the entire family. The day will begin with a chip-timed 5K run, followed by a 5K walk, both on a USATF certified course. Race packets will include a technical running shirt and a Ty Beanie Baby for all participants. This is a charity event with proceeds being donated to Village of Westmont Charities.
Bean Watcher comment: This should be a fun event for the entire family!
From the Email Bag: Ty Classic Ness-e Available
Scotland, UK
June 29, 2008
 Linda from Scotland, who works at the Nessie Shop, shares the news that the Ty Classic version of Ness-e is available. Two versions exist (both are officially identified as UK exclusives). One version comes with the store's logo. The other comes without the logo. Linda shares the cost to ship the plush toy to the USA (slightly edited):
The shipping will be about the same as for 1 beanie - it is when there are more Classics that it hard to work out the price... Two Classics cost 10 pounds to post. So I estimate the price for the USA will be one Classic - 7 pounds, 2 Classics - 10 pounds, and then I will quote by weight.
Bean Watcher comment: Thank you for sharing the news with us!
Beanieland General Store Opens
USA
June 27, 2008
 Brendan from Massachusetts, webmaster of Sloth it Up! shares that the Beanieland General Store has (finally) opened. He writes:
Hello, big BB2.0 news today!
The general store is now open. There are two parts to the store- an actual store and a trading post. The store includes several different food items and also items for the Big Book of Beanies.
The trading post allows users to trade in unwanted items in exchange for beans. Prices vary for each item, which I show on my website.
The garden is the answer to the mysterious watering can users obtained a while back. In the garden (located at the Beanies home), beans from the back pack are used to grow bean stalks which in turn produce beans. I still haven't figured it out entirely... too complicated lol.
More information and pictures can be found on my site.
Bean Watcher comment: Thank you for sharing the news with us!
More About the Beanieland General Store
Illinois, USA
June 27, 2008
A review of the Beanieland General Store reveals that the following message is posted on the store's website:
Welcome
Welcome to the Beanieland General Store !
You can shop here, but you can also trade in items
from your beanbag to the Trading Post.
Check in often for special sales. You never know
when you might get a great deal!
Remember, you can only pay with beans.
Thanks for visiting
& have fun shopping!
Latest Ask Ty Response Posted
Illinois, USA
June 27, 2008
Ty has posted his response to this week's winning Ask Ty question. Christmas, Halloween or Independence Day? Just ask Ty!
Q: Is there any holiday that you especially love to design Beanies for? (submitted by Sloth It Up)
A: Holiday Beanies are all my favorites, but if I had to pick one, I'd say the patriotic Beanies !
Three New Beanies to be Introduced?
Illinois and New Jersey, USA
June 26, 2008
 Jennifer from New Jersey shares that the Beanie Land News Update (which can be seen on Ty.com) suggests that three new Beanie Babies 2.0s (BB 2.0s) will be introduced. She writes (slightly edited):
I wanted to send a quick note to let everyone know that I am back to updating the latest BB2.0 news on the Beanie Babies 2.0 List / Group over at Stashmatic.com (click here).... Now I've been trying to record what's been happening in the animated installments that feature Snootz, using screen captures to post blogs with a quick synopsis of each installment. That way if anyone misses any, they can find out the latest happenings by checking the group page if they'd like. Today's installment shows hints of three new 2.0s which I suspect will be formerly introduced over the next few days.
I highly encourage everyone to watch the actual installments on the new Ty homepage though, because they are really adorable and creative. I feel they are not to be missed and I have found new ones being posted about every three or so days.
Bean Watcher comments: (1) Thank you for sharing news of your blog with us! (2) I counted two BB 2.0s that are hinted in the video "Midas - King of the Jungle" and the creature in Beanie Land Lake -- a dolphin. Jennifer is also counting Trooper -- Midas' security guard dog.
From the Email Bag: A Summer Harvest for Beanies
Colorado, USA
June 26, 2008
Lisa from Colorado shares a picture of her beanie display with us. She writes:
Here in eastern Colorado, the summer wheat harvest is the last week of June or the first week of July depending on how fast the wheat matures. As a tribute to all those hard working farmers, I put together a display of Johnny on his farm. Like any farmer, he has lots of animals. He has 2007 Asian Zodiac Pig, Gussy the goose, Daisy the cow and Homeland the chicken. Because harvest time is hard work, Johnny has a hired hand, The End from Matthew Owen's world challenge. I hope you enjoy the picture!
To see Lisa's picture, click here.
Bean Watcher comment: Thank you for sharing your picture with us!
Clown it Up! A New Beanbag Site
USA
June 24, 2008
 Lewis from the USA shares news of his beanbag-themed site. It's called Clown it Up and serves as a news source for all Beanie and Build a Bear info. Although parts of it are under development, the site is worth a look. Click here to visit the home page. Bean Watcher comment: Thank you for sharing the news with us!
From the Email Bag: Silent Retirements of Four Classics
New Jersey, USA
June 24, 2008
Jennifer from New Jersey shares that the following four Ty Classics silently retired on June 20, 2008:
Dewdrops, Lilypad, Scoundrel, Scrapper
Bean Watcher comment: Thank you for sharing the news with us!
Happy Collecting!
Bean Watcher
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This website is owned, operated, and maintained by the Bean Watcher. This website is for educational and entertainment purposes only. This website is not sponsored, endorsed or affiliated by Ty® Inc. in any way. Any Ty products, Beanie Babies, Beanie Buddies, Beanie Kids, Beanie Boppers, Baby Ty, Attic Treasures, Punkies, Pluffies, Ty Classics, Ty Gear, Ty Plush, Basket Beanies, Ty Collector Cards, and any other Ty, Inc. product, image, likeness, or anything else connected with Ty, Inc. is copyrighted and trademarked by Ty, Inc. Photos from the Official Ty Website are used in compliance with the
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