March 2005 Archived Information

		Glory Peeker Mint Tin Item #811500 This three-dimensional tin with hinged lid is based on Glory, our peeker bear from the Old Glory collection, and features embossed detail and full-color graphics. Tin contains .8 oz (22g) of tiny yet powerful bear-shaped Beary Fresh peppermints guaranteed to make breath bearable! 3.25" H
		Margo DeBearvoire Item #811501 This three-dimensional tin with hinged lid is inspired by Margo DeBearvoire, one of our beloved Hat Girls, and features embossed detail and full-color graphics. Tin contains .8 oz (22g) of tiny yet powerful bear-shaped Beary Fresh peppermints guaranteed to make breath bearable! 3.25" H
		Abbott Q. Beanster Item #811502 This three-dimensional tin with hinged lid is inspired by Abbott Q. Beanster, one of our Heirloom bears, and features embossed detail and full-color graphics. Tin contains .8 oz (22g) of tiny yet powerful bear-shaped Beary Fresh peppermints guaranteed to make breath bearable! 3.25" H

We have just received the pics of the new BOM program. I just thought I would share.

July is Franklin B. Beansley.
He is an 18" white bear with a star on his foot pad and has a red,white and blue ribbon around his neck. He will be selling for $30.95

August is Sunshine Q. Bearsley.
She is a 16" bear with a denium Romper and a searsucker shirt.The romper has a sunflower on it's pocket. She will be selling for $39.95.

September is Mr. Beesley.
A 30" bear that will be selling for the great price of $50.95. He has a shaggy chenelle gold fur with a honey bee print bow. Just thought you guys would like to know.

Check them out at The Old Blue Barn

Also found out that Bailey and Friends will be in Autumn colors this fall.

April 22 from 6 'til 9pm in Gettysburg!

Come check out all the new plush, fashion families, Bearstones, accessories, apparel, holiday stuff and more! See a fun and informative special presentation on the new lineup. Pig out on tons of delicious food and enjoy live musical entertainment! Door prizes, too!

Everyone who attends takes home a tremendous goodie bag stuffed full of Boyds Stuff totaling over $90 in value!

Plus, Boyds designers will be on hand beginning at 10:30 am and throughout the day leading up to the sneak peek to sign your Stuff! And of course you'll have plenty of opportunity for after hours shoppin'...we'll even give you a gift card for $5 off any purchase of $25 or more! (must be used that evening!)

All for just $35 per person!

Space is limited and reservations are required...don't miss out...call for your reservations today! You can choose the time you want to see the presentation at each event...6:00 or 7:30 on a first-come, first-served basis when you make your reservation...but plan to stay the entire evening to hang out and eat!

For Gettysburg reservations on April 22, call 1-866-367-8338, ext. 3886!

Credit card required for reservations. Confirmation letters will be sent and must be brought to the Sneak Peek for admission!

April 29 from 6 'til 9pm in Pigeon Forge!

Come check out all the new plush, fashion families, Bearstones, accessories, apparel, holiday stuff and more! See a fun and informative special presentation on the new lineup. Pig out on tons of delicious food and enjoy live musical entertainment! Door prizes, too!

Everyone who attends takes home a tremendous goodie bag stuffed full of Boyds Stuff totaling over $90 in value!

Plus, Boyds designers, Liz Smith & Michele Smith,will be on hand beginning at 10:30 am and throughout the day leading up to the sneak peek to sign your Stuff! And of course you'll have plenty of opportunity for after hours shoppin'...we'll even give you a gift card for $5 off any purchase of $25 or more! (must be used that evening!)

All for just $35 per person!

Space is limited and reservations are required...don't miss out...call for your reservations today! You can choose the time you want to see the presentation at each event...6:00 or 7:30 on a first-come, first-served basis when you make your reservation...but plan to stay the entire evening to hang out and eat!

For Pigeon Forge reservations on April 29, call 1-888-654-6215, ext. 3911!

Credit card required for reservations. Confirmation letters will be sent and must be brought to the Sneak Peek for admission!

Mason Tapestry pillow

Dixon Tapestry pillow

The FoB kits will not arrive untill June! There is a delay with one of the components.

If you have been a FoB member since 2003, a letter/invitation will be sent out next week for the Jamboree.

		Jasper and Chocolate Easter Eggs No one can resist his brand of sheer animal magnetism. And when he arrives with a bag of scrumptious Chocolate Eggs, you can rest assured that he'll bring a smile to any bunny-hugger you know. Exclusively by Boyd's, he's made with luxurious white plush, elegant ears and oodles of charisma. Measures about 15" tall with a polka dot ribbon tie - a nice ambassador of your Easter wishes. Net wt. 8 oz. Available to ship through May 6. Item No. 16548K ... $24.95
		Mommy & Me with Truffles This pair delivers lovable chocolates - and hugs all around. Simply adorable! These keepsake plush bears help remind us of the special bonds we value most. Made by Boyd's, exclusively for Harry and David, Mommy Bear measures 8" tall, lovingly dressed and decorated as shown. We include a bag of our delectable Chocolate Truffles, individually wrapped. It's a sweet way to send your warmest wishes - for Mother's Day or any day. A thoughtful gift for bear-lovers, collectors or anyone you'd like to surprise and delight this season. Net wt. 8 oz. Available to ship through May 6. Item No. 15970M ... $24.95

The world-famous Spokescandies for America's colorful chocolate candies, the M&M's® Brand Characters are the newest personalities to be featured with the world-famous Bears and Friends of The Boyds Collection Ltd. (NYSE: FOB) under an official licensing agreement between the giftware manufacturer and Masterfoods USA.

Boyds initial collection of plush and resin bears and giftware will feature the authentic shape, logo and color of five of the most popular M&M's(R) Brand Characters including leader of the pack Red, smart and sassy Green, happy-go-lucky Yellow, worry-wart orange Crispy, and the always cool Blue. The products will retail at popular price points and are targeted to be in-store by October 2005.

"We are very excited about the partnership of a cultural icon like M&M's(R) with the quality and distinction of Boyds Bears," said Jan Murley, CEO of The Boyds Collection, Ltd., "it is wonderful to partner with another brand that is steeped in fun and whimsical charm." Murley continued, "Such a natural partnership will not only please consumers and collectors of both brands, but also create incremental opportunities for both our network of retailers and our own Boyds Bear Country locations in 2005 and years to come."

"We continue to build our collectibles program," said Michele Brown, Vice President, Licensing, Masterfoods USA. "We're thrilled about this relationship and the retail opportunities it brings us."

The addition of M&M's(R) to the Boyds licensing program builds on the company's strategy to align the popularity of Boyds Bears and Friends with other successful brands. In 2004, Boyds introduced Boyds Racing Family, a collection of plush and resin products officially licensed by NASCAR and its most popular drivers. Introduced mid-year in 2004; that collection exceeded sales expectations to Boyds wholesale distribution network and NASCAR-specific channels, as well as at Boyds own Boyds Bear Country retail operations in Gettysburg, PA and Pigeon Forge, TN.

The Boyds Collection Ltd. is a leading domestic designer, importer and distributor of high quality, branded plush and giftware products. The company sells it products through a large and diverse network comprised of independent gift and collectibles retailers, premier department stores, selected catalogue retailers and other electronic and retail channels. The company launched its first retail operation, Boyds Bear Country, a unique entertainment and retail experience in Gettysburg, PA in 2002 and has recently expanded with a second location in Pigeon Forge, TN. Founded in 1979, Boyds has successfully developed a strong niche and brand identity because of its affordably priced, high-quality, "Folksy with Attitude" products.

Masterfoods USA, the United States food, snack and petcare operations of Mars, Incorporated, is one of the world's leading food manufacturers. With more than $5 billion in annual sales, the combined food, petcare and snack segments are a symbol of excellence for quality brands. Headquartered in Hackettstown, N.J., Masterfoods USA employs more than 7,000 associates in the United States with 15 manufacturing facilities nationwide. The company owns some of the world's favorite brands, including M&M's(R) Brand, SNICKERS(R) Brand, UNCLE BEN's(R) Brand, PEDIGREE(R) Brand Food For Dogs and WHISKAS(R) Brand Food For Cats. For additional information, visit http://www.masterfoodsnews.com

Beary Precious w/Candle Spring 2005 Exclusive for Hallmark Gold Crown stores. Beary Precious, a gen-yoo-wine Boyds Bear, features a plush gold coat, denim hat with pink and denim bow, a pink satin neckbow, hand-stitched nose and mouth, and a clothes line and Yankee Candle logo embroidery on the foot pads! She comes with her very own 4 oz. "Clean Cotton"-scented Yankee Housewarmer Candle Tin with total burn time of 22-28 hours.