There has never been a craze like Beanie Babies. The $5 beanbag animals with names like Seaweed the Otter and Gigi the Poodle drove millions of Americans into a greed-fueled frenzy as they chased the rarest Beanie Babies, whose values escalated weekly in the late 1990s.A single Beanie Baby sold for $10,000, and on eBay the animals comprised 10 percent of all sales. Suburban moms stalked UPS trucks to get the latest models, a retired soap opera star lost his kids' six-figure college funds investing in them, and a New Jersey father sold three million copies of a self-published price guide that predicted what each animal would be worth in 10 years. More than any other consumer good in history, Beanie Babies were carried to the height of success by a collective belief that their values would always rise.Just as strange as the mass hysteria was the man behind it. From the day he started in the toy industry, after dropping out of college, Ty Warner devoted all his energy to creating what he hoped would be the most perfect stuffed animals the world had ever seen. Sometimes called the "Steve Jobs of plush" by his employees, he obsessed over every detail of every animal. He had no marketing budget and no connections, but he had something more valuable—an intuitive grasp of human psychology that would make him the richest man in the history of toys.Through first-ever interviews with former Ty Inc. employees, Warner's sister, and the two ex-girlfriends who were by his side as he achieved the American dream, The Great Beanie Baby Bubble tells the inspiring yet tragic story of one of America's most enigmatic self-made tycoons. Best-selling author Zac Bissonnette uncovers Warner's highly original approach to product development, sales, and marketing that enabled the acquisition of plush animals to activate the same endorphins chased by stock speculators and gamblers. Read more

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Farm Animals critters make cute collectibles or playtime pals.Step-by-step instructions for basic crochet stitches will help aspiring crochet enthusiasts navigate their first projects with confidence.Each design is for the Easy+ skill level and is stuffed with polyester fiberfill. Safety eyes are used to make toys suitable for infants and young children, or the eyes can be embroidered. Kids of all ages (or anyone who is a kid at heart) will love these animals! Read more

Amigurumi dogs are so cute! If you’re an animal lover and want to get into crocheting, this book has some great gift ideas for your favorite dog or baby in mind.What’s cuter than a crochet dog? One of these amigurumi crocheted dogs would make the perfect gift for any animal lover in your life. Read more

Now airing on CBS and streaming on Paramount+! Start a new holiday tradition and celebrate what makes each child unique with this giftable boxed set that comes with a timeless picture book and a lovable, huggable plush. Reindeer in Here celebrates that being different is normal.This holiday legend from long, long ago is a very special story that children should know. A kind and true reindeer with one antler small miraculously changed Christmas once and for all. At holiday time, a special little reindeer with mismatched antlers shows up as an early gift from Santa to stay with each child and go on daily adventures with them. The reindeer learns the child’s true Christmas wishes (and makes sure Santa does as well), all the while encouraging the child to celebrate their own differences. It’s a new holiday tradition the whole family will love! Read more

Amigurumi is a type of crochet and it tends to be easier than larger projects like sweaters and blankets. Amigurumi stuffed animals are made up of easy techniques - like the single crochet stitch - which makes them fairly easy fast crochet projects. Read more

Cats are the most favorite and cute pet animal among all pet animals. They look so cute just because of their innocent face. That's why not even kids but adults also love to have them at home and cuddle with them. Crochet cat patterns allow you to knit a stuffed cat toy for your kids and let them play and cuddle with them. They cuddle and play with them and hug them and sleep with them. So, this way, you could save a lot of money instead of buying a cat stuffed toy from the store. Read more

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Crochet your own kawaii kitty cat! This kit includes everything you need to make a supercute cat from start to finish.Each kit in the Too Cute Crochet series is a crafter’s dream, including everything needed to make an adorable crochet project from start to finish—no need to hunt down materials or stock up on more than you need. The removable, illustrated color instruction book leads you through the pattern, step by step. With a foolproof pattern and matching materials, your perfect amigurumi creation will look just like the image in the book. Whatever your skill level, you will likely be able to complete the project with ease the same day you start. Read more

In 2007, Hasbro began to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of My Little Pony with collectible ponies, playsets and more for young MLP fans and collectors alike. From convention exclusives and hard to find special offers to the sets available in retail stores, Summer Hayes’ The My Little Pony 2007-2008 Collector’s Inventory provides everything the collector of any age needs to organize their collection. With hundreds of full color photos of items both in and out of packaging as well as checklists for the collector to keep track of all the tiny accessories, this guide picks up where the Crystal Princess set left off and continues into the 25th Anniversary Celebration. Featuring fan favorites like the Core Seven, So-Soft and Dress-Up ponies, it explores not only the standard sized MLP figures but also the smaller Ponyville figures, large figures such as plush and McDonald’s fast food premiums, making it the ultimate reference guide for even the casual collector. Read more

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The My Little Pony 2009-2012 Collector's Inventory highlights some of the most exciting years in the history of the MLP brand. With the premiere of the animated television series My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, this popular Hasbro toy line received not one but two makeovers between 2009 and 2012 and it can be daunting for collectors to keep details like poses, trading cards and cutie marks straight. Summer Hayes has created the ultimate collector's resource with everything pony fans of any age need to organize their collection from the Core 7 to the Mane 6. With hundreds of full color photos of items both in and out of packaging as well as checklists to keep track of all the tiny accessories, Summer guides even the greenest newbie through fan favorite sets like Dress Up, So Soft, New Look, Newborn Cuties, Ponyville, Mermaids, Canterlot, Pony Friends Forever, Royal Wedding, Dolly Mix, Blind Bag miniatures and more. From unique exclusives and hard to find special editions to the ponies, playsets and plush widely available in retail stores, there's a reason Summer Hayes' My Little Pony Collector's Inventory series is considered the definitive reference guide by serious and casual collectors alike. Read more

A fun and easy animal coloring book for kids and toddlers ages 3-5!Little Learners Easy Animal Coloring Book is packed with over 50 cute animals for little hands to color! This toddler coloring book is designed with bold, simple lines and big spaces, making it easy for kids to color with confidence and creativity.Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, this animal coloring book for kids ages 3-5 helps children develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and early learning — all while having fun!Inside this toddlers coloring book, you’ll find:✅ Over 50 simple and adorable animal illustrations✅ Big, bold lines and large coloring spaces for beginners✅ Fun animals from land, sea, and sky to spark imagination✅ Perfect for kids and toddlers ages 3-5✅ Great for home, preschool, travel, or quiet time activitiesWhether it’s a rainy-day activity, screen-free fun, or a gift for little learners, this animal coloring book is sure to become a favorite.Help kids color, learn, and play — one easy, fun animal at a time! Read more

Adorable cartoon bear style notebook 🧸on top of kawaii cuteness🧸Cover created especially for lovers of bears, teddy bears and cuddly bears.Rabbits and bunnies as well.Inside 120 lined (college ruled) pages;Outside nice to the touch, durable matte cover.Perfect for keeping school notes, diary or journal.Grab your copy today! Read more

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In 2003, My Little Pony collectors had something to celebrate as Hasbro reintroduced their beloved brand of brightly colored ponies for a third time. For collectors, this third generation (commonly called G3) has not only recreated the thrill of the hunt, but also offered a chance to pass the hobby of collecting down to the next generation. Summer Hayes has compiled the first guide to these new MLP items, complete with hundreds of full color photos of all ponies, accessories and playsets both with and without their packaging. With in depth coverage of each MLP item released since 2003 until today, online sellers or collectors will find on each page not only detailed photos for easy identification, but also handy checklists to keep track of accessories and other items that originally came with each set. Covering all sets, variants, and special offers thoughout the My Little Pony Celebration, Friendship Ball, Butterfly Island, and Crystal Princess sets, The My Little Pony G3 Collector s Inventory is designed to assist the collector of any age or experience level to identify, organize and complete their collection! Read more

Shows and describes a variety of collector bears, explains how teddy bears are constructed, preserved, and restored, and looks at famous bears Read more

If you’re looking for a baby shower gift idea you can’t go wrong with one of these animal baby blanket crochet patterns. They’re easy to follow and the perfect friend for a baby.Let's get started!!! Read more

Amigurumi is a type of crochet and it tends to be easier than larger projects like sweaters and blankets. Amigurumi stuffed animals are made up of easy techniques - like the single crochet stitch - which makes them fairly easy fast crochet projects. Read more

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