Wrapped With Pride
(Thanks to Scooter for the photo)
Wrapped With Pride was given to approximately 100 collectors who attended the Bronner's signing event on September 29th.  Because of the overwhelming response of this design, Dean graciously made an additional 400 prints for both collectors who attended and called in for the Parson's Gifts  signing event on October 13th. The print from Bronners was signed by Dean in red and the Parson's print shown below was signed in blue.   It was announced that a figurine will be produced to go along with the print in 2002.  

 

2001 Rosemont Print

2001 ICE Pin from Rosemont

2001 ICE Coin from Anaheim & Rosemont

Ruler from the Anaheim International Collectible Exhibition

"Life Is A Bowl Full Of Cherries" 
Print designed by Dean Griff for the 2001 Flamingo Fling 
limited edition of 1,000 pcs $20.00

Keep your Eye On The Birdie Prototype 
Raffle Piece at Gifts & Accents Signing Event

Splash Down Prototype 
Raffle Piece at Gifts and Accent Signing Event

Bubbly Brew Prototype 
Raffle Piece at Gifts & Accents Signing Event 

You're A True Blue Friend Coater Set
Given as a free gift for attending a barbecue luncheon on April 7th at the Gifts and Accents Signing Event

Golden Hubbard Bed & Breakfast Prototype
This building was donated by F & F to the Flamingo Fling for auction.  It is the only known prototype to exist in the Charming Tails Village.  It was designed to be released in 1996 but the decision was made not to produce it.  The winning bidder was Sharon "Mausnut."
(Thanks to Sharon "Mausnut" for the photo)

Hang On Prototypes & GCC Piece
Donated by F & F for the Flamingo Fling auction.  Version 1 has Mackenzie & Chauncey with pastel balloons.  Version 2 has Mackenzie & Chauncey with a kite.  The third piece is the original GCC piece with Binkey & Stewart with the primary colored balloons.  The winning bid was won by Dianne "Binkey." 
(Thanks to Sharon "Mausnut for the photo)

Toasting Marshmallows Prototypes
Three prototypes donated by F & F to the Flamingo Fling for auction   The first Version was made in 3 separate pieces.  Only one is none to be inexistence.  The second version is on 1 base but the marshmallows looked burned.  The third sample piece is just right!  The winning bid was won by Peggy "Earsantail"
(Thanks to Sharon "Mausnut" for the photo)

I'm Stuck On You
The piece with the yellow bow at Mackenzie's left foot was never produced.  Only a few prototypes exist & was used for the 2001 catalog.  The blue bow at his left foot is currently in production.  The metallic gold bow at the left foot was a special color run of only 1,500 pieces & sold as an exclusive to G & L Christmas Barn.  Only a few prototypes exist & were used for the photo on the box for this figurine.
(Thanks to Sharon "Mausnut" for the photo.)

"Friends Are The Flowers Of Life" Original Artwork
Original painting done exclusively for the Flamingo Fling and donated for the auction by Dean Griff.  The winning bidder was the Albrecht's of Wisconsin.
(Thanks to Sharon "Mausnut" for the photo)

Green Velvet Throw
This is a one-of-a-kind green velvet throw showcasing the entire Charming Tails family.  This throw was designed and embroidered by Karl Strahl and donated by him to the Flaming Fling for auction.  The winning bidder was Dana Brenneman.
(Thanks to Sharon "Mausnut" for the photo)

Lidded Box Ring Set
Donated by F & F to the Flamingo Fling for auction.  .The first version with blue leaves was too large & this prototype is the only one in existence.  In the second version, the mouse was too small.  The third version was just right and released this year  
(Thanks to Sharon "Mausnut" for the photo)

Candy Cane Bell Prototypes
A set of 2 prototype bells donated by F & F to the Flamingo Fling for auction.  First version made with striped bell.  The second version has a clear glass bell with a red glass clapper.  These 2 bells are 1 of only 2 known to be in existence.
(Thanks to Sharon "Mausnut" for the photo.)

County Fair Prototypes
Set of 2 "County Fair" prototypes donated by F & F for the Flamingo Fling auction.  The "County Fair" sign welcomes visitors while Chauncey sells tickets.  Both produced on a larger scale before size was reduced to "Teeny Tiny Tails."  The winning bidder was Peggy "Earsantail."
(Thanks to Sharon "Mausnut" for the photos.) 

The Waterslide Artwork
Original artwork "The Waterslide" from Charming Tails artist, Dean Griff donated to the Flamingo Fling for auction. The winning bidders were the Zugay's.  
(Thanks to Sharon "Mausnut" for the photo.) 

Moon and Stars Prototype
A one-of-a-kind prototype never produced due to candle concern in nursery.  Only one in existence.  The winning bidders were the Zugay's.
(Thanks to Sharon "Mausnut" for the photo)

Love Votive Candleholder Prototype
Only 1 of 2 first versions produced from the current "our Love Burns Bright."  The prototype has heart spots instead of dots & the mice were changed from sitting to standing on either side of the mushrooms.  
(Thanks to Sharon "Mausnut" for the photo)

Woodland Winds Basket Collection
A collection of retired ornaments, figurines & Nana Leaf from the Woodland Winds Series donated to the Flamingo Fling for auction. The winning bidder was Dianne "Binkey."
(Thanks to Sharon "mausnut" for the photo)

Walnut Box Prototype
Donated by F & F for the Flamingo Fling for auction.  The Walnut Box is a prototype created in 1996 for the Noah's Ark series but the series was never introduced.  Only 1 of 6 known to have been produced. The winning bidder was Sharon "Mausnut".
(Thanks to Sharon "Mausnut" for the photo)

The Berry Toss Game & Prizes Prototypes
Donated by F & F for the Flamingo Fling for auction.  They were auctioned as a set of 2 never-produced prototypes.  "Berry Toss" & "Prizes" were created on the larger scale for the "County Fair" that later became Teeny Tiny Tails. The winning bid was won by the Albrecht's of Wisconsin.
(Thanks to Sharon "Mausnut" for the photos.)