39 Nostalgic Early 2000s Toys

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Toy collecting expert Eireann Kanzig shares some of the most iconic ‘00s toys that defined elder Gen Z childhoods
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If you were a child of the early 2000s, consider yourself lucky…because this era had some of the best toys ever. We’re talking Webkinz, Bratz, Heelys, Littlest Pet Shop, Silly Bandz, Pokémon cards—the list goes on and on! Luckily, we’ve compiled a thorough list of all these toys and more, with help from toy collecting expert Eireann Kanzig. Read on for some fun, whether you’re an elder member of Gen Z looking for a little trip down memory lane, or you’re a member of another generation who’s just curious about early 2000s toys!

Popular Early 2000’s Toys

A collage of popular and nostalgic toys from the early 2000s.

Toy collecting expert Eireann Kanzig says some of the most popular toys in the early 2000s were fashion dolls like Bratz and My Scene Barbie. Other popular examples include Webkinz, Build-a-Bears, American Girl Dolls, My Little Ponies, Littlest Pet Shops, Polly Pockets, Tech Decks, Pokémon cards, and Razor scooters.

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American Girl Dolls

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  1. American Girl dolls were first released in 1986, but they experienced a true renaissance in the early 2000’s.[1] These iconic 18-inch dolls represented young girls from various ethnicities, backgrounds, and historical periods, making them an exciting and educational gift for any kid. Plus, a trip to the decked-out American Girl store, complete with its own restaurant and doll hair salon, was like stepping into a magical dream!
    • This era also saw the release of American Girl movies, like Samantha: An American Girl Holiday (2004), Felicity: An American Girl Adventure (2005), and Kit Kittredge: An American Girl (2008), which added to the doll’s popularity.
    • How to buy today: You can purchase American Girl dolls by visiting their website or going to one of their retail stores.

    Meet the wikiHow Expert

    Eireann Kanzig is a long-time toy collector based in Cleveland, Ohio. As a millennial born in the 80’s and raised in the 90’s, her collection includes vintage and retro treasures and modern collectibles alike.

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Bratz Dolls

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  1. Kanzig says Bratz dolls were extremely popular in the early 2000s.[2] Created by doll designer Carter Bryant, Bratz dolls made their debut in 2001. The Bratz slogan was “the girls with a passion for fashion,” and the iconic dolls definitely fit that bill! With their super trendy outfits and dramatic makeup, Bratz completely embodied the Y2K aesthetic. They were bold, sassy, and completely unique, so it’s no wonder they were such a cultural phenomenon![3]
    • How to buy today: You can purchase Bratz dolls on the Bratz website, and they’re also available at big box stores like Walmart or Target.
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My Scene Dolls

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  1. According to Kanzig, My Scene Barbies were super popular.[4] First released by Mattel in 2002, My Scene dolls were a spinoff of the Barbie doll line. These dolls had similar builds to typical Barbie dolls, but larger heads and more trendy, contemporary outfits. Because of this, many fans saw them as a sort of cross between Barbie and Bratz dolls, confirms Toy Expert and Collector Elisa Gozzi.[5] [6]
    • How to buy today: My Scene dolls were originally discontinued in 2008, but if you’re feeling nostalgic for them, you’re in luck! In 2024, Mattel re-released collector’s versions of the dolls.[7] You can find purchase options through Mattel’s website.
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Groovy Girl Dolls

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  1. Groovy Girl dolls were originally released in 1998, but they were hugely popular throughout the early 2000s. Released by Manhattan Toy, these plush dolls came in a variety of skin tones and hair textures and were dressed in contemporary outfits, so that young girls could see themselves reflected in their toys. This makes sense, considering the company’s goal of inspiring individuality, self-confidence, and imagination![8]
    • How to buy today: Groovy Girls have unfortunately been discontinued, but you may be able to find them for sale on sites like eBay.
5

Build-A-Bear

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  1. Build-A-Bears weren’t just toys—they were an experience. First, you went to a Build-A-Bear store and browsed through all the available options until you landed on the perfect choice. Then, you went to the stuffing station, where your new bestie got a heart and became a fluffy, huggable stuffed animal. Next, you’d hit the washing station, where a blast of air came out of a “water faucet,” then you’d dress them up in a cute outfit. Finally, you’d create a literal birth certificate for them. Over-the-top? Maybe… but it was also super fun!
    • How to buy today: Build-A-Bear stores are still open, so you can head to one to make your very own stuffed animal anytime you’d like.
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Webkinz

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  1. Launched in 2005, Webkinz were pretty much the perfect embodiment of the early 2000s. They were adorable stuffed animals you could snuggle in real life, and they also had digital counterparts that you could take care of and play with on the Webkinz website. It was pretty much every kid’s dream to collect as many of them as possible!
    • Where to buy today: Webkinz are available for purchase on Amazon, and the website even offers a store locator if you want to grab one in person.
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Pillow Pets

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  1. It’s a pillow, it’s a pet. It’s a pillow pet! 🎶 If you were a 2000s kid, you probably remember hearing this jingle during Nickelodeon or Disney Channel commercial breaks…and then immediately running to your parents and asking them to order one online. First released in 2003, Pillow Pets were exactly what they sounded like—a hybrid between a stuffed animal and a pillow. It’s a simple concept, but at the time, it felt pretty darn groundbreaking!
    • How to buy today: You can order Pillow Pets on their website, and they’re also available at big box stores like Walmart and Target.
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Doodle Bear

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  1. First released in the ‘90s, Doodle Bears grew in popularity during the early 2000s thanks to their super unique concept.[9] The adorable bear wasn’t just meant for cuddling—you could also draw on it with a specific pen, then run it through the washing machine every time you wanted to start over with a new design. 2005 even saw the release of a special Doodle Bear with a glow-in-the-dark pen!
    • How to buy today: Vintage Doodle Bears are available on sites like eBay, and you can purchase modern versions of the toy at Walmart.
9

FurReal Friends

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  1. Launched in 2002 by Hasbro, this robotic stuffed animal leaned into the tech frenzy of the Y2K era.[10] FurReal Friends were meant to move and make noise just like real animals, making them a hyper-realistic toy that felt almost like a real pet. If your parents wouldn’t let you get a dog or a cat, we bet you asked them for one of these!
    • How to buy today: Rebranded as furReal, these toys are still available on Amazon.
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Zhu Zhu Pets

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  1. Zhu Zhu pets were a line of tiny plush robotic hamsters released by Cepia LLC in 2009.[11] Like FurReal Friends, they were meant to mimic real pets, so they could move around and make noise like actual hamsters.[12] They were super cute, and an absolute must-have at the tail-end of the early 2000s!
    • How to buy today: Zhu Zhu Pets were re-released in 2024, and they’re currently available at Amazon and Walmart.
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Furbies

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  1. Another robotic toy, Furbies were all the rage in the late ‘90s, and Gozzi said the craze continued into the early 2000s.[13] With their super large eyes, beaks, and fur-covered bodies, Furbies aren’t technically meant to represent a real-life animal, but they look like a sugar glider or a type of owl. One thing’s for certain, though—these unique toys were must-haves for all late ‘90s and early 2000s kids!
    • How to buy today: Hasbro still sells Furbies, and you can purchase them on the Hasbro website.
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My Little Pony

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  1. My Little Pony is a popular line of colorful pony figurines released by Hasbro. The original “My Pretty Pony” line launched in 1981 and dwindled out, but the brand experienced a major revival with their re-release in 2003. These adorable ponies were beloved by tons of early 2000s kids, and the toy’s popularity still persists today.[14]
13

Littlest Pet Shop

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  1. Littlest Pet Shop was a line of tiny collectible animal figurines with bobble heads. They were first released in 1992, but they reached their peak popularity when they were re-released in the early 2000s.[15] Since Littlest Pet Shops were meant to be collectibles, kids would do their best to get their hands on as many different characters as possible!
    • How to buy today: Littlest Pet Shop toys are available on Amazon and at most toy stores.
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Polly Pocket

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  1. Polly Pocket was a line of tiny dolls that came in playsets with small rooms for them and different outfits to try. Although Polly Pockets had already been around for a long time, they were eventually purchased by Mattel and redesigned in 2001, leading to a big revival of their popularity.[16]
    • How to buy today: Polly Pocket toys are still available for purchase on Mattel’s website.
15

Sky Dancers

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  1. Sky Dancers were super cool toys that featured a doll with wings and a base that launched them into the air, where they’d spin around so fast that they’d stay afloat. The original line of Sky Dancer toys was released in the 1990s, then quickly recalled due to injury, but they were re-released in 2005 and had a much more positive reception.[17]
    • How to buy today: It appears these dolls have been discontinued, but you can still find them on sites like eBay.
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My Password Journal

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  1. Released by Mattel, the same company behind Barbie, the My Password Journal wasn’t just a diary—it was a status symbol and a fashion statement. If you had one of these colorful journals, complete with an invisible ink pen and voice-activated password, you were bound to be one of the coolest kids at school![18]
    • Where to buy today: My Password Journals aren’t available through Mattel anymore, but you can find them through secondhand sellers like eBay.
17

Mighty Beanz

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  1. Released in 2002, Mighty Beanz were a collectible toy that basically looked like plastic capsules with different characters on them. There wasn’t much you could actually do with this toy, but lots of kids still thought it was cool to collect and admire them.[19]
    • Where to buy today: Mighty Beanz aren’t widely available anymore, but you can still find them on eBay, and a few products are available on Amazon.
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Tech Decks

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  1. Tech Decks were mini skateboards for your fingers. Released in 1998, this toy experienced peak popularity in the early 2000s, when kids were obsessed with collecting boards with cool art and learning how to do impressive tricks (ollies, wheelies, etc) to impress their friends.[20]
    • Where to buy today: Tech Decks are still available today, and you can purchase them on Amazon.
19

Bionicle

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  1. This hugely popular toy line was released in 2001, and it featured action figures that you could build with LEGO elements. It wasn’t just about the toys themselves, though—there was also an entire world of backstory and lore you could engage with through movies, TV series, comic books, regular books, and video games. This sprawling universe made Bionicle one of the most beloved toys of the era![21]
    • How to buy today: Bionicle isn’t available directly from LEGO anymore, but you can find items for sale on eBay.
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20

Robosapien

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  1. Released in 2004, Robosapien was a humanoid robot toy that you could control using an infrared remote. It could walk, and it could even grasp objects and throw them across the room! This super cool toy came with a pretty hefty price tag, though—it retailed for $99.99.[22]
    • Where to buy today: You can find Robosapien toys for sale on sites like eBay.
21

iDog

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  1. A perfect representation of the Y2K tech craze, iDog was a robot toy dog. You could hook up your iPod or MP3 player to it, and it would dance to the beat, and it also had LED lights that would change according to the music’s mood. For kids at the time, this was a major sign that the future had arrived.[23]
    • Where to buy today: iDog toys are no longer available, but you can find them secondhand on eBay.
    • While iPods weren’t technically toys, Kanzig mentions that these gadgets were also massively popular with kids around this time since they were brand new on the market.[24]
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Poo-Chi

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  1. The iDog wasn’t the only robotic toy dog on the market in the early 2000s! There was also Poo-Chi, a robot dog that could sit, stand, open its mouth, wiggle its ears, and even make dog sounds. Unlike Furbies or FurReal Friends, Poo-Chi wasn’t covered in snuggly fur. It looked like a robot, and this was part of the fun!
    • Where to buy today: You can find Poo-Chi toys secondhand on sites like eBay.
23

Tamagotchi

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  1. Tamagotchis were digital pets that came in a cute and colorful keychain device that fit in the palm of your hand.[25] Although they were released in the ‘90s, the craze for these virtual pets didn’t end with the decade—tons of kids were dying to get their hands on them throughout the early 2000s.
    • Where to buy today: Tamagotchi toys are still available today on Amazon.
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Pixel Chix

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  1. Released by Mattel, Pixel Chix were digital pals that came in small toy houses. The object of the game was to interact with your pal and keep her happy, kind of like Tamagotchis (except pals were humans, not pets). The houses came in three different styles—Cottage, Mansion, and Loft—and the game was absolutely addictive![26]
    • Where to buy today: Pixel Chicks are available secondhand on sites like eBay.
25

VideoNow

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  1. Released by Hasbro in 2003, VideoNow was a portable video player that used optical discs. It was essentially like having a portable DVD player, but somehow cooler. If you had one of these, you could watch shows like SpongeBob SquarePants, The Fairly Oddparents, and Jimmy Neutron, as well as music videos by stars like Hilary Duff and Jesse McCartney. In other words, it was a total must-have![27]
    • Where to buy today: You can buy VideoNow players and discs from third-party retailers like eBay.
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Hit Clips

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  1. Hit Clips were tiny digital music players that played 1-minute snippets of songs by early 2000s pop idols like Britney Spears, Hilary Duff, NSYNC, Raven-Symoné, The Backstreet Boys, Destiny’s Child, P!nk, and more. On the one hand, a 60-second clip of a song wasn’t all that useful, but on the other hand, it was super fun to collect the tiny chips that you could insert into the player to hear the music![28]
    • Where to buy today: Sites like eBay are your best bet to find Hit Clips.
27

Nintendo DS

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  1. Released in 2004, this handheld video game system started a major craze. It featured two screens and a stylus, and kids could use it to play super fun games like Mario Kart, Nintendogs, Super Mario 64, and more.[29] This toy was a hot-ticket item back in the early 2000s, and it remained popular throughout the 2010s and early 2020s.
    • Where to buy today: Nintendo stopped manufacturing new Nintendo DS devices in 2020, but you can still purchase them on eBay and Amazon.
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Nintendo Wii

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  1. Another Nintendo product, this video game console was released in 2006. It could detect your body movements when you were holding a wireless Wii remote, which made it super interactive and groundbreaking at the time. With iconic games like Wii Sports Resort, Just Dance, Mario Kart, and more, a Wii could keep you entertained for hours on end![30]
29

Heelys

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  1. If you were a 2000s kid, we’re willing to bet you begged your parents for a pair of Heelys at some point. These super cool sneakers feature a single wheel in the heel of each shoe, allowing you to skate around on them. It was kind of hard to figure out how to use them at first, but once you got the hang of it, you could zoom around on them to your heart’s desire!
    • Where to buy today: You can still purchase Heelys today on their website and on Amazon.
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Razor Scooters

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  1. Released in 2000, Razor scooters were a must-have item for kids. They came in all kinds of colors and designs, and they were both fun to use and practical (just like a bike, you could use them to get places faster!). Luckily, Razor Scooters have withstood the test of time, and they even sell adult models now if you’re looking for a new mode of transportation.
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Pokémon Cards

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  1. Pokémon cards were all the rage in the late ‘90s and early 2000s. These collectible cards weren’t just cool to look at—you could also battle people with them and make trades to create the collection of your dreams. It’s no wonder so many kids were totally obsessed with them!
    • Where to buy today: You can buy Pokémon cards at places like Target, Walmart, Barnes and Noble, GameStop, and drugstores. You might want to avoid third-party sellers, since you might encounter fakes.
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Beyblades

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  1. Beyblades were spinning top toys that were meant to be used in “battles” against each other. They even had unique “stats,” including stamina, attack, and defense, which were supposed to affect their performance in battle. They were released in 1999, but they hit peak popularity in the early 2000s![32]
    • Where to buy today: Beyblades are still available today at stores like Target and Walmart, as well as on Amazon.
33

Perler Beads

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  1. Perler beads were tiny, colorful beads that you could arrange into designs on specially-made pegboards. Once you were done, you could then place a piece of ironing paper on top, then use your iron to slightly melt the beads so they stuck together. It was a fun and creative pastime that tons of kids loved!
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Scene It

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  1. Released in 2002, Scene It was a trivia board game with a twist—it came with DVDs that were an essential part of the game. Playing involved watching clips from movies on your TV, then answering trivia questions about them. At the time, this was a totally groundbreaking update to the typical game night offerings![33] ?
    • Where to buy today: The original Scene It game isn’t for sale anymore, but you can find it on eBay.
35

Silly Bandz

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  1. Although they weren’t technically toys, these rubber wristbands were a major fad for kids at the tail end of the early 2000s. They came in the shapes of animals, numbers, letters, and random objects, and if you had a huge stack of them on your wrist, you were pretty much the coolest kid out there. [34]
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PlayStation 2

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  1. Kanzig mentions that PlayStation 2s were immensely popular at the time.[35] The PlayStation 2 (PS2) was released in March 2000 and quickly became one of the most prominent consoles of all time. The PS2 took everything that made the original Playstation epic and made it even better with enhanced graphics, a built-in DVD player, and a massive variety of games for all ages and interests. It set the bar high and helped to shape the future of gaming culture.[36]
    • Where to buy today: You can buy used and refurbished PS2s from Amazon, GameStop, and more.
37

Original Xbox

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  1. Kanzig brings up another massively popular console in the early 2000s–the original Xbox.[37] The original Microsoft Xbox was launched in 2001 and quickly became popular for its ability to bring PC-level graphics to the console space. The hardware, which included an Intel Pentium III processor and a custom Nvidia graphics chip, was groundbreaking for the time. Xbox also launched Xbox Live, a subscription-based online gaming service, in 2002–this was another step that solidified their place as one of the most iconic consoles ever. Xbox Live brought multiplayer gaming to life and forever changed how gamers connected.[38]
    • Where to buy today: You can buy used and refurbished original Xboxes from Amazon, eBay, and more.
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38

WWE Action Figures

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  1. According to Kanzig, these action figures were extremely popular.[39] The early 2000s WWE action figures reflect an iconic era for wrestling. Some of the most popular lines back then were Jakks Pacific, Titantron Live, and Ruthless Aggression. Key action figures from the time period included icons like The Rock, Undertaker, Stone Cold Steve Austin, Kurt Angle, Triple H, and Chris Jericho. These nostalgic figures and designs are still sought after by collectors today.[40]
    • Where to buy today: WWE actionable figures are available to buy through eBay and other private sellers.
39

NSYNC & Britney Spears Fashion Dolls

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  1. Kanzig remembers these dolls being extremely in demand in the early 2000s.[41] Pop culture fashion dolls of icons like NSYNC and Britney Spears were hugely popular in the early 2000s. The Britney dolls launched in 1999 and were an immediate success, becoming the second best-selling celebrity doll of all time.[42] Mattel’s NSYNC Barbie Dolls special edition "1 Fan" set came along in 2000 and was a huge hit, as well. The popular set featured 12-inch dolls of the band members and sometimes included CD singles.
    • Where to buy today: These dolls are available on platforms like eBay, Etsy, and other private sellers.
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This article was co-authored by Eireann Kanzig and by wikiHow staff writer, Annabelle Reyes. Eireann Kanzig is a long-time toy collector based in Cleveland, Ohio. She began collecting toys in 2018 to preserve the wonderful memories of her childhood. As a millennial born in the 80’s and raised in the 90’s, her collection includes vintage and retro treasures and modern collectibles alike. Growing up, her grandparents owned an antique store, which allowed her the opportunity to see firsthand how items are tracked down. She was even able to go to Shipshewana, Indiana, to watch her grandfather as an auctioneer. Her mother has been a great influence as well by teaching her how to find collectibles throughout her travels. Eireann has also fostered a vibrant online community, sharing her personal collection and experiences with other toy collectors on social media @toyextraordineire.
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