10/22/2003 - Halloween Decorating 2003
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06/26/03 - Vandor's Lone Ranger
I've seen lots of great jars this year, but this is my favorite so far!

06/29/03 - Hasbro's 40th Anniversary Edition
G.I. Joe turns 40 this year and what better way to celebrate, than with a special edition.

06/23/03 - Disney's Dopey & Grumpy Prototype
A look at the prototype -- up for sale on eBay. The limited editions go on sale in a few weeks.

06/20/03 - Disney Trading Cards
Can you help identify this set?

06/15/03 - NBA & Legos
Can you imagine a full size Shaq made out of Legos? Boggles the mind, doesn't it?

06/08/03 - One of Two Known Jars
McCoy Carousel Cookie Jar - Now this one is rare!

06/05/03 - Don Winton's Mickey Mouse Phone
A look back at the patent for this popular telephone.

06/02/03 - Northwood Carnival Plate
Found in the attic and put on eBay, the seller was stunned to see it finally go for over $16,000.

05/27/03 - My Little Red Cookie Cutters
A collector shares her memories, along with a terrific recipe!

05/19/03 - Free Email Newsletters
My top picks for free email newsletters for collectors.

05/13/03 - Ms. Janie's Collectible Studio
Find out more about the lady behind a terrific newsletter for Ty collectors.

05/13/03 - Ty's Beanies & More
Magazine Review -- a thumbs down from me!

05/12/03 - Lionel Trains
Prices realized from online/live auction.

04/30/03 - Tin Toys
Pictorial value guide.

04/22/03 - Kohl's Cares for Kids
Raggedy Ann Collectibles profits go to children's hospitals.

04/08/03 - Ty's Hero Beanies
Donating 100% of profits to USO.

04/18/03 - Excellent Eggs
Egg Collectibles can take many forms, from collecting and studying actual eggs -- Oology, to acquiring eggs made of different materials.

04/15/03 - Most Wanted Iraq
Find out where you can print your own set of these Most Wanted Trading Cards.

04/04/03 - A Chat with Judith Miller
I recently had a chance to have a phone chat with Judith Miller during her recent New York visit. Miller, author of over 80 books on antiques and collectibles, had just returned from a weekend at the Atlantic City show.

03/28/03 - Online Malls - Updated
Questions to ask when thinking about selling through an online mall.

03/28/03 - State Santas
There are State Quarters and State Bears, why not State Santas? These are terrific pieces of glass from Slavic Treasures, a company that always thinks outside the box and is not afraid to offer untraditional pieces, especially evidenced by their free-blown glass designs.

03/13/03 - Give Me a Break -- Updated
Restoration and repair has always seemed like magic to the casual collector. How can someone take a broken, shattered piece of pottery, then make it look like new again?

03/11/03 - Collecting Computer Games -- Price Guide
Remember Pong? What do you think it's worth today?

03/11/03 - Collectibles Price Guide -- Author Judith Miller
If you want a price guide book covering the gamut from the well-known to the obscure, this is the book for you! It can serve to whet your appetite for collectibles you may not even know about.

03/08/03 - Henry Cavanagh's Authorized Reproductions
Have you always wanted a Henry Cavanagh jar, but couldn't quite afford it? The artist jars are wonderful and certainly worth the price, but not everyone can afford the limited edition pieces.

03/04/03 - Lemon Meringue Pie Murder
Joanne Fluke's latest mystery featuring, of course, Hannah and her Cookie Jar Bakery.

03/02/03 - Second Annual Live Community Conference
The 2+ day eBay event takes place in June.

02/21/03 - Donruss Playoff Power Launch
Leaf Baseball and Prime Signature Football Reviews.

02/16/03 - Billy's Cookie Jar Guilt
It was in Cincinnati that the horrible incident occurred..... I needed a cookie. Really bad.

02/14/03 - The Internet -- Then and Now
It's been six years since I started here! My, how the world of collecting has changed.

02/11/03 - Valentine Collectibles from Christopher Radko
Take a look outside of the box -- the candy box, when looking for a perfect romantic present!

02/05/03 - The Pixie Jar -- Retro Look, New Jar
The Pixieware line of ceramic kitchen accessories produced by Holt Howard in the fifties is getting harder and harder to find as its popularity soars among collectors. But the one thing that's been missing from the line is a Cookie Jar!

02/03/03 - Baby Boyds Plush
The newest addition to the Boyds family is cute, cuddly and perfect for the little ones. (Press Release)

02/03/03 - Beckett Football Monthly
Football Card Collectors Stymied in Search For Gruden. (Press Release)

01/29/03 - Red Rose Premiums
The tea is terrific, but that's not all that's great. Noah's Ark is the current premium offered from the U.S. Company.

01/28/03 - Bowman Signature and Topps Pristine
From Eisner: Within one week, the world was introduced to 2 of the year's best basketball products.

01/26/03 - Wade Ceramics, Ltd.
There has been a Wade company of some sort since 1810, find out more about this U.K. company that was once several companies, but always owned by a Wade.

01/20/03 - What's It Worth?
Have a question about a cookie jar? Check out the FAQ or submit your own.

01/12/03 - A Ten Cent Superman
Superman: The 10-Cent Adventure is the first time in forty years that a Superman comic will be on sale for just one dime. (Press Release)

01/14/03 - Top Picks in Topps!
Eisner reviews the newest Topps cards and the ones you need for your collection.

01/07/03 - Sexy Glass Ornaments
Quirky and whimsical, ORNAMENTS TO REMEMBER create the "I get you" gifts. Not for everyone, their designs are fun and spirited. These objets d'art are for year-round display--reminding your significant other that she is soooooo sexy. (Press Release)

01/10/03 - 100 Years of Happy Children
In the late 1800's animal shaped cookies called "Animals" were imported from England to the United States. The demand for these crackers grew so much that American bakers began to produce them.

01/07/03 - What's Hot in Donruss
Donruss/Playoff's plate was chock-full of cardboard during the last two weeks of 2002 and into the first few days of 2003.

01/05/03 - B is for Brush
A quick look back at a pottery company that is a collector's favorite.

01/03/03 - Gone But Not Forgotten
The surprising list of the top ten deceased Celebrities for 2001-2002 -- in terms of licensing products.

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