Ty
Ty Inc. is one of America’s most beloved plush toy brands, and the only brand whose name many adults still recognize from their own childhood. Founded in 1986, Ty pioneered the small-format collectible plush category with Beanie Babies in the 1990s — those signature understuffed bears, dogs, and cats with the heart-shaped red Ty tag that included a four-line poem about each character. Every Ty plush still ships with that same tag today, a detail that long-time collectors and first-time gift-buyers both notice.
Our Greensboro store carries the full current Ty lineup. Beanie Boos with their oversized glittery eyes are the modern bestseller — over 200 named characters and rotating seasonal releases keep kids and collectors coming back. Squish-A-Boos are the softer, squishier Beanie Boo variant, sized larger and built for cuddling. Mini Boos pack the same big-eyed look into a pocket-sized format perfect for clip-on backpack charms or party favors. We also stock the classic Beanie Babies line, the larger Beanie Buddies, and limited holiday and licensed releases throughout the year.
Ty rotates its lineup constantly — new characters drop monthly, and older designs retire without warning. Everything on this page is in stock and ready to ship, or available for free local pickup in Greensboro. Hunting for a specific Beanie Boo or older Beanie Baby? Reach out — we can often track down recent retirees.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between Beanie Babies and Beanie Boos?
Beanie Babies are Ty’s original 1990s line — small, understuffed plush animals with realistic proportions and the iconic red heart tag. Beanie Boos are a newer line introduced in 2009, distinguished by their oversized sparkly eyes and stylized cartoon-like faces. Beanie Boos are the brand’s current bestseller; Beanie Babies are still produced but with a smaller active lineup.
How often does Ty release new plush?
Ty releases new characters and seasonal designs monthly. Major drops happen around holidays (Halloween, Christmas, Valentine’s Day, Easter) and back-to-school season, with regular new Beanie Boo characters introduced year-round. Retired designs are removed from production without advance notice, which is part of why Ty has a strong collector following.
Are Beanie Babies still valuable?
Most 1990s Beanie Babies are not worth significant money today despite the collector frenzy of that era. The few exceptions are specific rare variants, error tags, and limited royal releases — and even those require very specific conditions like mint tags and verified authenticity. For most Beanie Babies in average condition, sentimental value far exceeds resale value.
What sizes do Ty Beanie Boos come in?
Beanie Boos are made in several sizes. Mini Boos are the smallest at about 2 inches, designed as clip-on or pocket-sized plush. Regular Beanie Boos are the most common size at about 6 inches. Medium Boos are around 9 inches, large Boos run 13-16 inches, and Jumbo Boos can reach 36+ inches. Not every character is released in every size.