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Moon Sand - Amusement Park by
SPIN MASTER TOYSSomewhere between sand and clay in texture, Moon Sand can be molded, shaped and squished. It never dries out so kids can re-shape it and play with it time and time again. With this kit, kids use molds to create amusement park stands, children and bumper cars. There's even a roller coaster and spinning jet ride. When play is finished, everything fits inside the snap-shut carrying case. It comes with three 10-oz. bags of moldable Moon Sand (colors may vary). 11/6/2009 (Price: $34.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] My Art Apron by
ALEX-PANLINE USA INC.This colorful apron has pockets in front for keeping supplies and is large enough to keep outfits clean. Velcro straps make it easy to put on and take off! Fits most children ages 3 to 6. Hand wash and line dry. 10/20/2009 (Price: $10.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Paper Dolls by
GRANZA INC.These little paper dolls are based on the Granza Adoptable Kinders rag dolls. The dolls come on performated cards for easy punching out. A variety of clothing is available separately. Kids can develop their fine-motor skills by cutting out the little outfits. 10/20/2009
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Get Creative by
beeposhThis book was designed to spark up creativity and inspire kids' imagination. It features 40 fun-filled pages with amazing ideas for arts and crafts projects and adventurous writing challenges. It's lavishly illustrated with full-color photos and drawings. 10/19/2009 (Price: $10.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Design Your Own Sports Activities by
JANLYNN CORP.Design Your Own Sport Activities are real sporting goods items that can be personalized and played with. Kits includes a sporting item and everything you need to decorate and use again and again. Whether it's a regulation size soccer ball or an authentic working skateboard, kids will enjoy adding their own designs and having a personalized item that they can play. 9/25/2009 (Price: $19.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Triangular Color Pencils by
P'KOLINOThe soft-edged triangular shape and jumbo size of these colored pencils naturally place little hands and fingers into the appropriate coloring position. As an added functional bonus, the triangular shape prevents these pencils from constantly rolling off the table onto the floor. Each packaged set has 12 colored pencils. 9/24/2009 (Price: $9.85)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] My Masterpiece (2009 Edition) by
Creations by You, Inc.Improved from earlier versions, My Masterpiece has been reintroduced by Creations by You, Inc. With My Masterpiece, your own original artwork is enlarged and placed into a wood frame or Museum Poster, which ever you choose. The kit includes pages to originate a drawing or attach a photo from your child, or from an adult, that is mailed to us in the prepaid envelope provided, or you can make your item entirely online using our Internet drawing and photo tools. In just a few short weeks, the professionally reproduced Masterpiece is returned to be shared and admired by friends and family. 9/1/2009 (Price: $21.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Clay Play Lizard by
SMARTLAB TOYSYoung sculptors can create a realistic version of one animal — an elephant, lion, lizard or horse — with each single-themed Clay Play sculpting kit. Kids can learn a variety of sculpting techniques and interesting facts about the featured animal. Then, they can showcase their masterpiece in front of one of two dioramas — a natural setting or a display frame. Each set includes a plastic poseable animal armature; a large clay block for body; several smaller clay blocks for details; two double-ended tools to cut, add details and texture; body part templates; and a double-sided diorama. Launch date: August 2009. 8/28/2009 (Price: $9.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Cupcake Decorating Studio by
SMARTLAB TOYSKids can whip up a variety of fun, imaginative cupcakes as artful configurations or intriguing singles. It features custom-designed tools and skill-building techniques. In "Sweet!," author Jenna Land Free and expert Leslie Miller focus on how to make single cupcakes as well as splendid configurations. This fully illustrated, 24-page book comes with recipes, techniques and tips on how to create one-of-a kind works of edible art using creamy frosting, simple fondant and elegant ganache. Classic decorating tricks are broken down into simple step-by-step directions. The kit includes a froster designed with little hands in mind; three frosting tips: flat, star, and round; a frosting spreader (mini offset spatula); a stencil holder with four pre-cut stencils: sand dollar, snowflake, dragon face and bow; mini cutters in three shapes: circle, flower and shell; tweezers; a cake comb; and a rolling pin with raised edges for evenly rolled fondant. The pack is 10" W x 10" H x 2" D with e-flute packout. Launch date: August 2009. 8/28/2009 (Price: $24.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Ultimate Nail Studio by
CREATIVITY FOR KIDSThis ultimate nail set includes a nail dryer, pedicure slippers, toe separators, 2 press-on French manicure sets, self-adhesive nail art, nail buffer and file, cotton balls, glitter, and 6 bottles of real nail polish in a rainbow array of colors. Items can be stored inside the bonus spa bag.
— Sisters Kids in Springfield, Mass., sells about a dozen Creativity for Kids pedicure and manicure sets monthly, Co-owner Diana Gisolfu told
TDmonthly in fall 2009.
— Seven of 39 specialty retailers named Creativity for Kids kits as a best-selling item for tween girls in fall 2009. 8/26/2009 (Price: $25.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Bendaroos® by
ALLSTAR PRODUCTS GROUPThese reusable building sticks are made from colored string coated with a special wax. Flexible Bendaroos building sticks are designed to adhere to virtually every household surface, and are easily removed to be used again and again. "Bendaroos' durability sets it apart from competitors. Bendaroos reusable materials allow kids to play for hours. Also, since Bendaroos do not break or wear, parents need not worry about buying replacement sets," Lindsay Durr, account coordinator at 360 Public Relations, told
TDmonthly on behalf of Bendaroos. Launch date: August 2009. This product received a 2009 Outstanding Product iParenting Media Award. 8/19/2009 (Price: $5.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Over 100 Projects - Shoe Box Craft Kit by
PEPPERELL BRAIDING / HOLGATE TOYSThe Recyclable "Over 100 Projects" kit contains materials that can be used to make more than 100 projects. The Show Box contains 120 Feet of Plastic Lacing, Craft Foam, EZ Gimper TM, 50 Poms (Assorted sizes and colors), 20 Craft Straws, 120 Plastic Beads and many other items. It also comes with an instruction/idea booklet plus a bonus Wacky Whirly. The box measures 13.5" Long x 6.5" Wide x 5.5". It's made in the USA. 8/6/2009 (Price: $12.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Smooshies™ Plush Toys by
CREATIVITY INC.Designed to encourage open-ended, creative play, colorful Smooshies plush feature mix-and-match parts — arms, legs, facial features, horns and more — that can be connected using the product's hook-n-loop tabs. Smooshies have received the following awards: 2009 Top Toy of the Year Award from Creative Child Magazine and 2009 Dr. Toy Best Vacation Children's Products Award. 8/5/2009
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Paperoni Deluxe Studio by
SPIN MASTER TOYSThis deluxe set includes a colorful Paperoni cutter that allows kids to create their own lengths for designs, 600, 0.5" Paperoni pieces, 32, 9.5" Paperoni pieces, one 2-D template, one 3-D template, one 2-D self-adhesive template, one tweezer, eight gems and assorted embellishments. 8/5/2009 (Price: $19.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Knitwear Designer by
ALEX-PANLINE USA INC. Kids can learn to knit and design a wardrobe for 12" (30cm) tall Molly Dolly. Everything is included to knit a coat, skirt, dress, scarf, leg warmers and more. There is enough yarn to make 12 fashions. The kit includes colored yarns, ribbons, buttons, floss, wooden knitting needles, sewing needles and full color instruction book. Launch date: 2009.
— Two of 40 specialty retailers referenced art products by Alex when asked about best-selling hobby products in fall 2009. 8/4/2009 (Price: $26.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Mosaic Clock Kit by
THE AQUASTONE GROUPEach kit contains mosaic stones, wooden board, three templates, glue, grout, sponge, mixing stick, and a clock mechanism. Instructions are included on the box. 8/4/2009 (Price: $17.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Art Table by
BEKA INC.The Art Table includes two paper cutters to hold and then tear art paper off; a handy storage tray in natural wood; and a paper roll holder (paper roll sold separately). The Art Table features a 24" x 24" white markerboard art surface. Assembled tables are 22"H. Some assembly is required using a Phillips screwdriver. Weights is 14 lbs. Adult assembly is required. 8/4/2009 (Price: $80.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Deluxe Easel by
BEKA INC.The top-mounted paper holder included with this easel positions a roll of art paper above the art surfaces, where it is very accessible. This feature allows paper to stay in place even when the easel is folded for storage. The easel measures 47-1/2" high and weighs 20 lbs. The paper roll is sold separately. Adult assembly is required. 8/4/2009 (Price: $107.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Leather Coin Pouch Kit by
CORPS OF RE-DISCOVERYThis great little kit is not only simple to assemble, but practical too. Every kid needs a pouch to keep his or her “treasures!” Corps of Re-Discover Coin Pouch Kits include soft pre-punched leather with snap, plastic lace and illustrated instructions. The finished coin pouch is 4" x 3", perfect for holding your child's "loot!" Assorted earth tone colors. 7/16/2009 (Price: $4.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Cornhusk Doll Kit by
CORPS OF RE-DISCOVERYBecause pioneers and colonists had limited materials, they were happy to find ways for their children to play. Iroquois Indians taught early American children to make cornhusk dolls. These Cornhusk Doll kits from Corps of Re-Discovery include everything you need to make and dress your own cornhusk doll. This is a great craft activity for children of all ages. The dolls also make unique and lively decorations. While the Cornhusk Girl Doll Kits are most popular, the Cornhusk Boy Doll Kits encourage multiple purchases. Fabric selections vary. 7/16/2009 (Price: $4.50)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Quill Pen Kit by
CORPS OF RE-DISCOVERYWriting with a quill pen holds a special authenticity and uniqueness for historical re-enactors and romantics! Many children are excited to write like the early Americans and artists prefer the variations they can achieve with the flexible tip! Your customers will have fun making and using Corps of Re-Discovery’s Quill Pen. This kit includes two sanitized goose flight feathers, non-toxic ink powder, an ink jar, plus two recipes to make ink at home. 7/16/2009 (Price: $6.50)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Friendship Bracelet Maker by
CROREY CREATIONSDesigned to make it easier and convenient to create colorful friendship bracelets, the Friendship Bracelet Maker features an adjustable butterfly clip to hold the top of the bracelet during construction, as well as a holder to keep all the strings in place. It's travel-ready, with a pull-out drawer for string storage and instructions, and comes with 56 threads in 14 colors. Launch date: Fall 2009. 7/16/2009
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Bookmaking Kit by
ARTTERROMake four small single-signature books with luxurious handmade paper. Create cool collage covers with sewn details. Use as journals, art portfolios, scrapbooks, or write and illustrate a unique story. A customer favorite! Includes needles and craft thread. 7/9/2009
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Wire and Bead Art Kit by
ARTTERROTwist colorful wire into large mobiles adorned with glass beads, make many small ornaments or even construct a unique sculpture or creature. Includes a large variety of beautiful beads, marbles, and thin and thick jewelry wire. 7/9/2009
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Penguin Needle Felting Kit by
WOOLPETSIndividuals can learn the art of sculptural needle felting with this kit by Woolpets. A generous amount of wool roving and instructional photos are provided to make it simple to create a family of penguins. Also included are two new felting needles and a wooden skewer packaged in an attractive take out container. All one needs is a foam pad and a sense of adventure. "Lots of step-by-step photographs and very clear instructions ensure success for beginners," Kevin Sharp, owner of Woolpets, told
TDmonthly. Launch date: 2007. 7/7/2009 (Price: $16.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Origami Fun: Paper Folding for Beginners by
BARRON'S EDUCATIONAL SERIESThis beginner's origami book instructs kids on creating designs that include a spaceship, frogs, flowers and more. The 48 pages of instruction include color diagrams, and the back of the book holds 40 sheets of origami paper. A drawer in the book's spine opens to reveal six colored pencils and 12 decorative eyes that may be used to adorn the finished creations. The book measures 7.5" square. 7/7/2009 (Price: $11.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Creativity Kit by
ARTTERROThe Creativity Kit is one of 12 Artterro kit styles and has an assortment of glass beads, felt shapes and handmade paper to set the creative spirit free. Each product is put together considering the environmental and social impact on the community with minimal packaging and green printing methods. "No two kits are exactly alike, featuring unique assortments of materials, patterns and colors," Marilyn Chalais, principal of Chalais Associates, told
TDmonthly. Launch date: 2009. This set received a 2008 NAMTA Best New Kid's Product Award. Launch date: 2009.
— "I love these craft kits because the materials used are so incredible. Kids get to play with 100-percent wool felt, glass and wood beads, and beautiful handmade paper. It’s an added bonus that the company has skipped excessive packaging and uses 100-percent post-consumer waste recycled paper, reusable bags and vegetable-based inks," said Autumn Orndorff, gift buyer for Changing Hands Bookstore in Tempe, Ariz., after discovering Artterro kits at ASTRA Marketplace 2009. 6/29/2009 (Price: $14.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] TravelKiddy (for ages 6+) by
TravelKiddyContains age appropriate crafts, stickers, activity books, 3-d puzzles, small toys, crayons in a durable container, doodle pad, pencil, tape measure, pre-stamped design-your-own post cards and more. Each easy to carry, durable bag is designed to provide over 7 hours of entertainment. The return kit is separately packaged so the TravelKiddy can be refilled with new toys, crafts and activities for the trip home. 6/3/2009 (Price: $39.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Sticky Mosaics® Twinkle Tiaras by
THE ORB FACTORY LIMITEDThis kit is designed to make it easy to create six stunning tiaras with sparkling jewels and foam stickers. Ideal for birthdays, slumber parties or make-believe, the kit includes six tiaras and more than 1,000 sticky foam sparkle, foil and jewel pieces. "Twinkle Tiaras represent a new take on the make-believe market. It allows children to create their own tiara to help them rule over their very own magical kingdom. Not only does this product help promote creativity, but also provides a huge sense of accomplishment," Damien Crocker, sales and marketing representative for The Orb Factory Limited, told
TDmonthly. Launch date: June 15, 2009.
— "[It's] great for a party activity or just [to] wear around the house," Elisabeth Dahl of Calico Cat Toy Shop in Bainbridge Island, Wash., told
TDmonthly following the 2009 ASTRA trade show. 5/22/2009 (Price: $19.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Bling By Number Tote Bags by
FASHION ANGELSThere are two pre-printed styles of tote bags to choose from. Girls can add glitter glue and gems according to the instructions. The kit includes the Fashion Angels Cooler Jeweler gem and stud setting tool to keep the bling on the bag. "The item is something functional and results in a professional looking tote bag, not like a craft project — all for a great price," Sarah Koth, PR manager for Fashion Angels Enterprises, told
TDmonthly. Launch date: 2009. 4/28/2009 (Price: $17.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Vol. 1 Coloring Cards by
KIDCARDS LTD.These cards are ready for color and decoration. Variety includes Birthday, Thank you, Get Well, Congrats, and General Friendship designs. Perfect for the younger child. 20 cards per book. 4/27/2009 (Price: $17.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Vol. 2 Freehand Drawing Frames by
KIDCARDS LTD.Cards with a themed frame on the cover - leaves more room for creativity. Variety includes Birthday, Thank you, Get Well, Congrats, and General Friendship designs. 20 cards per book. 4/27/2009 (Price: $17.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Build-a-Bear Activity Kits by
COLORBOKThese craft kits let kids build their own bears at home. Kits include materials to make the bear, plus clothing. Large kits come with a diorama and cardboard furniture. This product is licensed from the original Build-a-Bear. Launch date: February 2009. 4/14/2009 (Price: $14.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Lap Desk Slate by
THE PIGGY STORY INC.This little lapdesk is topped by a slate that comes with an attached eraser and a pack of Crayola chalk. Kids can also use the elastic holders to secure a piece of paper and use the desk as a writing surface. Launch date: Spring 2009. 4/14/2009
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Woodman Concept Formula 1 Racer by
WOODLAND MAGIC IMPORTSCreated in France, these well-crafted wooden car kits, designed to introduce children to the world of woodworking, give children a chance to build something fun for themselves. The kit comes with pre-cut wood, a hammer, sandpaper and glue and dowels for old-world construction, as well as acrylic paints in durable pots, plus two paintbrushes to personalize the project — one for broad painting and one for details. The set features "beech wood components, which is more durable than pine, and everything the child needs is included," Meghan Ristau, sales and marketing manager for Woodland Magic Imports, told
TDmonthly. Launch date: May 2008. 4/9/2009 (Price: $19.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Incrediwalls by
INCREDILINEIncrediline's murals and mats are designed to take any kind of permanent or impermanent marker and wipe clean easily without water or cleansers — even months after Junior first scrawled his Hancock. 4/7/2009
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Modelling Dough by
ORANGE ELEPHANTThis set includes 4 tubs of neon modeling dough in red, blue, green and yellow. Also available with glitter. 3/24/2009
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Handstand Kids All Purpose Mats by
HANDSTAND KIDSAll Purpose Mats serve as a cutting board, placemat and workstation in one. There are four educational mats: three feature a country from the Handstand Kids Cookbook series and the fourth illustrates a kitchen scene. Maps of Italy, Mexico and China are featured along with language translations of cooking utensils and foods used in the Handstand Kids’ recipes (the Mexican map border shows an apple and below is the Spanish translation “manzana”). These lightweight and durable mats are dishwasher safe and phthalate free. "There is no other multi-purposed item like this on the market. The mats educate kids on geography [and] language, and empower them in the kitchen to have their own work space," Yvette Garfield, creator of Handstand Kids, told
TDmonthly. Launch date: April 2009. 3/23/2009 (Price: $4.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Knit-it Elephant by
The Little ExperienceA great kit for children to learn to knit. With fully illustrated easy-to-follow instructions, knitting needles, yarn, stuffing and cute felt pieces to bring your elephant to life. 3/23/2009 (Price: $14.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Sticky Mosaics® All Stars by
THE ORB FACTORY LIMITEDBatter up with Sticky Mosaics®! Complete four fun filled pictures with our foil and foam stickers, then hang them on your wall. Includes four templates, four wall hangers, and over 2700 foil and foam sticky tiles. 3/20/2009
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Kids Color Tissue Box® - Happy Birthday by
VANTISS CREATIONS LLCThis birthday-themed Kids Color Tissue Box® kit features birthday party-related illustrations such as confetti, balloons, and presents for a child to color in. Each Kids Color Tissue Box® kit includes 2 Coloring boxes, 4 Crayola® Crayons, and 2 packs of Hankeez Brand facial tissues, each with 80 SuperSoft 2-ply tissues in each pack. The tissue box size measues 4 3/8" x 4 3/8" at the base, and 4 3/4" tall. 3/17/2009 (Price: $7.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Kids Color Tissue Box® - Educational by
VANTISS CREATIONS LLCThis educational-themed Kids Color Tissue Box® kit features educational items such as alphabets and shapes for the child to color in. Each Kids Color Tissue Box® kit includes 2 Coloring boxes, 4 Crayola® Crayons, and 2 packs of Hankeez Brand facial tissues, each with 80 SuperSoft 2-ply tissues in each pack. The tissue box size measues 4 3/8" x 4 3/8" at the base, and 4 3/4" tall. 3/17/2009 (Price: $7.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Kids Color Tissue Box® - Fun Vehicles by
VANTISS CREATIONS LLCThis vehicles-themed Kids Color Tissue Box® kit features illustrations of different modern day vehicles such as cars, boats, and even helicopters for the child to color in. Each Kids Color Tissue Box® kit includes 2 Coloring boxes, 4 Crayola® Crayons, and 2 packs of Hankeez Brand facial tissues, each with 80 SuperSoft 2-ply tissues in each pack. The tissue box size measues 4 3/8" x 4 3/8" at the base, and 4 3/4" tall. 3/17/2009 (Price: $7.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Yummy Dough by
PLASMART INC.This dough can be mixed, molded, baked and eaten. Yummy Dough feels like regular modeling clay, but kids can eat it as they form designs and creations, and then bake it into an edible cookie. "This modeling clay has molding properties and can be eaten. Regular cookie dough cannot be molded into detailed creations, and clay is not edible and does not taste good. Yummy dough combines the best of both worlds," Tracey McIlwaine, account manager for PlaSmart Inc., told
TDmonthly. Launch date: May 2009. 3/12/2009 (Price: $9.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Color Me Rocket by
COLOR ME HOUSEA rocketship made of sturdy and durable 2-ply cardboard. There are no staples or sharp edges and the unit folds up flat for storage. A completed rocket measures 65" high by 51" wide (fin to fin) by 32" deep. The product folds flat for storage. For ages 3 and up. 3/6/2009 (Price: $49.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Color Me House by
COLOR ME HOUSEA playhouse made of sturdy and durable 2-ply cardboard. There are no staples or sharp edges and the unit folds up flat for storage. A completed house measures 48" high by 27.5" wide by 35" deep. The product folds flat for storage. For ages 3 and up. 3/6/2009 (Price: $39.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] ArtiSands Masterpiece Collection by
ARTISANDSCreate a masterpiece with sand! Four 8x10 pre-cut designs of some famous paintings (Mona Lisa, Gleaners, Bedroom at Arles, and Still Life with Apples). Just peel off a piece of the design and apply your choice of 14 colored sands. Biographies of each artist included. Features four 8x10 pictures, fourteen easy-to-pour tubes of colored sand, two 8x10 cardboard frames to finish your masterpiece, museum-quality carrying box, and colored biography sheet of the artists and their works. 3/4/2009 (Price: $19.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] ArtiSands Geometric Mini Kit by
ARTISANDSArtiSands Mini Geometric kit includes nine (9) shaker tubes of sand in vivid colors and eight (8) geometric pre-cut Sandesigns (circles, squares, stars, and composites). Features non-toxic colored sand, 5x5 vinyl pre-cut Sandesigns, sturdy carrying box, and easy to handle shaker tubes. 3/4/2009 (Price: $14.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Bling By Number Canvas Wall Art by
FASHION ANGELSBling by Number Wall Art sets feature pre-printed designs on stretched canvas and come with glitter glue and sparkly "bling" to complete the artwork. Launch date: March 2009. 2/27/2009
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Sandy Feet by
SPOTS AND LADYBUGS LLCThis parent and child activity kit includes materials to create a foot cast in the sand at the beach. It includes enough plaster mix to make molds of two feet and comes in a bright beach pail. Launch date: February 2009. 2/16/2009 (Price: $14.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Jewel Pack - 44 Reusable JAMLiBs by
JAMLiBsIncludes a large variety of jewels so you can add some "bling" to all of your fuse bead projects. Pack includes flowers, hearts, stars, larger circles and three different colors of our popular smaller circles. Then hang your completed Perler® and fuse bead project on the refrigerator with one of the super magnets. JAMLiBs allow a child to customize their fused or Perler® bead projects, opening the door to another level of creativity and fun. They come in jewels of all shapes, sizes, and colors, googly eyes, colorful dots and word tabs. Each pack also includes magnets, enabling each kid to display their finished work on your refrigerator. JAMLiBs are reusable. 2/6/2009 (Price: $5.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Clear Rubber Stamp Starter Kit by
Bigfoot & Pickle Face™ Creations, LLCComplete and fully equipped starter kit for the little stamper/crafter in the family. Using the clear stamps and clear blocks makes stamping easy and fun because you can see how to line them up perfectly. The Clear Rubber Stamp Starter Kit comes in 3 different themes for creative stamping and artwork: “Circus Act”, “Farm Friends” and “Fun with Fish”. The Clear Rubber Stamp Starter Kit includes (1) Plastic storage case (1) Clear stamp set (1) Childsafe/washable dye ink pad (4) Clear acrylic blocks. 1/22/2009 (Price: $24.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Crayola® Make a Plate® Kit by
MAKIT PRODUCTSCreate your own drawings and illustrations with this Crayola® Make-A-Plate® Kit. The kit comes with Crayola markers, paper templates, order form, instructions, mailing envelope, and rush label. Make-A-Plate® has been a family fun memory maker since 1969. Preserve a memory by capturing the imagination of the artist in a usable product that is dishwasher safe and break resistant. 1/21/2009
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Grasshopper Preschool Preparation Kit by
CLAYTRONICS, INC.A Play Centered Preschool Preparation Kit for Children Ages 3-5. Teachers and parents will love the most dynamic early learning and skill building kit to hit the market. The Grasshopper Preschool Preparation Kit builds skills and confidence in young children through a series of fun, multisensory activities that facilitate a smooth transition into the world of education. 1/15/2009
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Kids Color Tissue Box® - Animals by
VANTISS CREATIONS LLCThis animals-themed Kids Color Tissue Box® kit features illustrations of popular animals such as a tiger and a panda for a child to color in. Each animal occupies a different face of the tissue box. Each Kids Color Tissue Box® kit includes 2 Coloring boxes, 4 Crayola® Crayons, and 2 packs of Hankeez Brand facial tissues, each with 80 SuperSoft 2-ply tissues in each pack. The tissue box size measues 4 3/8" x 4 3/8" at the base, and 4 3/4" tall. 1/7/2009 (Price: $7.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Sea Life Kidzsack by
KIDZSACKThe Kidzsack is a high quality, multifunctional, and durable bag with a screenprint that kids can color in using the 8 provided color markers. The Sea Life Kidzsack design includes common sea creatures such as a dolphin, stingray, and octopus. 12/19/2008 (Price: $21.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Castle Kidzsack by
KIDZSACKThe Kidzsack is a high quality, multifunctional, and durable bag with a screenprint that kids can color in using the 8 provided color markers. The Castle Kidzsack has received the 2008 Preferred Choice Award in the Creative Activities category. 12/19/2008 (Price: $21.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Firefighter Art Smock by
KIDZSMOCKS INC.This firefighter art smock's design includes the suspender overalls of a typical firefighter, but not its fire retardant jacket. It is 100% waterproof and can be fastened on from the back with Velcro. 12/18/2008
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] CALAFANT Castle by
Calafant USAThe CALAFANT Castle is part of the CALAFANT cardboard kit line and is extra sturdy and easy to build. Children can decorate it any way they like and get really creative. Not only is it fun to decorate the castle, it's also a wonderful toy and a cool home for knights, kings, princesses and dragons. The toy is fully recyclable and won't take up space in a landfill. Launch date: January 4, 2008. 12/12/2008 (Price: $24.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] CALAFANT Treehouse by
Calafant USAWith a treehouse kit made from high-quality, extra durable cardboard, all pieces come precut and easy to assemble. The child can decorate this treehouse with paint, crafting materials and get very creative. After decorating and building it, the kids can play with it and incorporate it in their every day play. Ideal size for play with 3" dolls or animal figurines. The material is 100% recyclable. Approximate size is 15" x 16" x 22". Launch date: June 1, 2008. 12/12/2008 (Price: $24.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Shains - Recycled Bracelet with 60 Elements by
SHAINSWAREShains Bracelets are part of the Shains line of fashion accessories and an easy way to begin stylizing one's own fashion. Comes with the full alphabet and seven icons. Available in a variety of colors. Shains are cool, recycled fashion accessories that empower people of all ages to make their own statements — and change them anytime. "Shains are unique in using recycled materials and in their cool colors and new product selections, including unique ponytail holders and backpack keyclips," Owner Ewa Martinoff of Shainsware told
TDmonthly. Launch date: 2008. 12/12/2008 (Price: $12.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Children's Leather Craft Kits by
TANDY LEATHER FACTORY INC.Tandy Leather Factory offers a full range of children’s leather craft kits designed for all ages. The kits can teach kids pride and accomplishment by letting them create their own leather items. Kits include basic leathercrafting such as stamping and painting kits. 10/27/2008
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Hand-y Tees - "Best Mom" T-Shirt by
ACCESS COMPANIESQuality heavyweight 100-percent cotton t-shirt with "Best Mom .... Hands Down!" printed on the shirt. T-Shirt also includes paints to add handprints on the t-shirt, directions and a gift card. 9/26/2008 (Price: $12.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Fairies: Petal People You Make Yourself by
KLUTZThis book allows girls to create their own poseable fairy dolls that feature petal dresses and flowing floss hair. Supplies to make 12 posey pixies are included, and the book is written by Rachel Haab.
- “Girls love Klutz; [it] sells constantly,” Jeanne McCullough, owner of Children’s Store Inc. in Boise, Idaho, told
TDmonthly.
- “Klutz is No. 1 by far,” said Ron Banducci, co-owner of
Games Unlimited in Danville, Calif., when telling
TDmonthly about best-selling items for tweens in fall 2008.
- “[Tweens] want to make something,” said Diana Gisolfi, co-owner of Sister’s Kids in Springfield, Mass. 9/19/2008 (Price: $16.95)
Glowtastic!™ U-Draw Night Light Art Kit by
NIGHT LIGHT DESIGNSThis kit allows kids of all ages to design their own works of art that can then be displayed in a fun-to-see light. Children can simply design and/or color their picture with any markers and then place it into the night light. Each kit comes with four blank coloring sheets plus a promotional, preprinted butterfly design coloring sheet. Replacement insert pages for the GLOWTASTIC! U-Draw Light Kit are also available. 9/16/2008 (Price: $14.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Paint-by-Number Kit by
CRESCENT CARDBOARDThis new "paint" by numbers kit consists of graphic designs with sticky backings and pots of brightly colored powder pigment made from recycled mat board. Kids simply dip their paintbrushes into the pots, then spread the pigment on the board to create a variety of bright and fun designs. 8/1/2008
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Dino Kit by
BRAIN NOODLES, LLCGo back in time. Prehistoric fun for everyone! Bend, twist and create an Apatosaurus, a Stegosaurus, or a Pterodactyl. Of course you can let your imagination run wild and create whatever you desire. Brain Noodles™ can be used again and again in unlimited ways. Package contains 12 assorted Brain Noodles™ – 5 purple, 4 green, and 3 zebra; step by step instruction booklet included. 7/8/2008 (Price: $14.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Brain Noodles™ BIG Kit – 40 Pack by
BRAIN NOODLES, LLCWith these 40 fluffy Brain Noodles™ stems to bend, twist and create all day long, there is more open-ended play for countless hours of fun. Each kit contains 25 18-inch brain noodles, 15 9-inch brain noodles and an idea/instruction booklet. There are 12 assorted vibrant colors. Colors include: Green, Blue, Yellow, Orange, Pink, Purple, Brown, Black, Zebra, White, Red and Grey. 7/8/2008 (Price: $39.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Wedding Day Kits for Children by
PAPER POSIEWeddings Day Kits for children are attractive keepsake, self-closing clear plastic envelopes filled with fun things to do! Designed for those long wedding "wait" times in cars, at reception venues, photo sessions etc. These kits include custom wedding stickers, coloring postcards, memory card-photo frame, a temporary tattoo, non-toxic crayons, flavored lip balm and more fun activities to keep children occupied for hours. The perfect solution for girls and boys at weddings. The Crystal Clear Wedding Day Kit has a self handle and is easy to personalize for each child and put at their place at the table. 6-1/4"x 4-1/2". 6/2/2008 (Price: $8.95)
Chicken Socks - Tree House Bugs by
KLUTZThis kit shows kids how to assemble the included colored pipe cleaners, bright wooden beads and glittery paper wings into five bug buddies. Kids can even stick on pre-printed sticker faces to give each bug its own personality. Additionally, the book opens up to become a charmingly detailed, three-room tree house, complete with a front yard, punch-out furniture, stickers and decorative accessories.
— “We do well with the Klutz books ... [especially] the Magnetic Magic and the bug book,” Mary Ellen Cerney, owner of Dear Friends and Children in Duncan, Okla., told
TDmonthly in April 2008.
— “Anything by Klutz,” Emily Bieritz, manager of
My Favorite Toy Store in Downers Grove, Ill., said in April 2008, when asked to name the best-selling arts and crafts item in her store.
— In spring 2008, more than 3 percent of retailers who spoke with
TDmonthly named Klutz activity books as best-selling kits. 5/8/2008 (Price: $14.95)
On the Go Peel & Stick Jr. by
LAURI, a division of PATCH PRODUCTS INC.The kit comes with three pictures and adhesive magnets, allowing the masterpiece to be displayed afterward. No glue is needed, making the kit convenient and mess-free. The kit is “great for shape recognition, Lauri Toys National Sales and Marketing Manager Mary Jo C. Meister told
TDmonthly. Launch date: March 2008. 4/28/2008 (Price: $12.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Wire Art® Jewelry Kit- Deluxe Party Pack by
PAMELA DRAKE INC.The kit allows kids to make personalized jewelry using colorful beads and wires. Instructions are included, along with three pre-made pieces: a bracelet, hairclip and earrings. Launch date: February 2007. 4/17/2008 (Price: $25.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Sticky Mosaics Jewelry Box by
THE ORB FACTORY LIMITEDUse hundreds of glittering stickers and sparkling jewels to create a beautiful, personalized jewelry box with this easy-to-use kit. Simply peel and stick and follow the numbered pattern. No glue or tools are required. “It’s going to be our No. 1 item in 2008.” Melissa Milne of The Orb Factory’s sales and marketing department told
TDmonthly.
— “Our best selling craft kits are Sticky Mosaics from the Orb Factory. … We sell five or six every day,” Scott Sloan, manager of Toys, Inc. in North Myrtle Beach, S.C., told
TDmonthly in April 2008.
— “[Customers] like [Sticky Mosaics] so much because it is only $15, it is educational and it makes a great travel toy or birthday present,” Steve Ricks, owner of
My Story House Toys in Roswell, Ga., told
TDmonthly in April 2008.
— Five of 50 retailers who spoke with
TDmonthly in April 2008 named Sticky Mosaics as a best-selling kit in their stores. As of November 2009, this jewelry box craft had been a best seller for eight months at
The Parent-Teacher Store & Toys Too in Louisville, Ky., Owner Kimberly Kopatz reported. 4/11/2008 (Price: $15.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Wow Cookie Dolls Kit by
WOW ENTERPRISESDesigned for girls who want to enjoy a fashionable and tasty party or baking with mom, this kit includes eight cookie-fashion cutters, three color gels, edible sprinkles, a spatula, six icing bags, 12 tear-off sheets of Cookie Doll dolls and a how-to booklet. Bakers can use the cookie cutters to create shorts, purses, dresses and more, and then decorate the clothing cookies with their own designs and put the fashion onto the Cookie Doll sheets. 3/28/2008 (Price: $30.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Eye Can Art Printmaking Kit by
BLUE ART BOX LLCThis "collograph" printmaking kit allows children to create distinctive paper collages, then print dramatic pictures using non-toxic printing inks. It includes two colors of printing ink, a brayer, a tag board, a glue stick, a crayon, scissors, white and color papers and instructions. “Eye Can Art kits provide fun art projects, high-quality materials, enough art materials to experiment with techniques, and easy-to-follow illustrated instructions that encourage unique, open-ended expression,” Co-owner Shannon Ninburg of Eye Can Art told
TDmonthly. Launch date: November 2007. 3/24/2008 (Price: $23.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Baseball Kit by
DESIGN YOUR OWNThe kit allows children to decorate their own unique baseballs and baseball bats. The kit comes with two baseballs, two display stands, a 12” wooden baseball bat, paintbrushes, instructions and specially formulated, chip-resistant, non-toxic paints. 3/18/2008
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Dazzling Dough Modeling Dough by
CLAYTRONICS, INC.Each model in the activity guide can be created using the basic shapes: oval, rope, ball, tear drop, leaf and petal. Create anything from trees to snakes to elephants. 3/3/2008
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] My Creative Fun Doll House by
MY CREATIVE FUNMeasures 27¼" h (26" playable h), x 26" x 13"
Box 29 3/8" x 27 5/8" x 1¼"
Colors are presented for illustration purposes. Product is delivered with outlined characters for children to enjoy coloring. 2/25/2008 (Price: $15.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Junior Tradesman First House by
Junior TradesmanThis 85-piece kit features real clay bricks that look and feel like the real thing, non-toxic mortar/brick mix, wooden planks, a roof, windows and doors. It typically takes about 30 minutes to build and requires 24 hours to dry. The bricks and mortar can be reused by rubbing the bricks together to shave the mortar off, turning them back into sand. 2/18/2008 (Price: $29.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Sculpting Fun Modeling Kit (4 Earthtone Colors) by
CLAYTRONICS, INC.This set contains 2 lbs. of Dazzlin Dough soft modeling clay along with an activity guide, a rolling pin and a plastic knife. It features almond, peach, ginger and ebony shades. Sets with bright and primary colors are also available. Launch date: February 2008. 2/18/2008 (Price: $17.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Paper Factory by
ALEX-PANLINE USA INC.Giving kids the chance to make recycled paper by hand, this kit includes construction paper, a papermaking tray, two screens, two boards, six poster paints, ribbons, wooden beads and additional accessories.
— Owner of The Toy Shop in Lexington, Ky., and Erica Welton, manager of Bedford Falls Toy Shop in Charlotte, N.C., both told
TDmonthly in early 2008 that Alex’s craft kits for older kids are the best-sellers in their store. 2/18/2008
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Sticky Mosaics® Princess Palace by
THE ORB FACTORY LIMITEDFeaturing more than 1,000 sticky-foam and jewel pieces, this set fit for a princess includes an assembly kit and four colorful figures. It is one of the first three-dimensional products in the Sticky Mosaics line. The pre-cut palace pieces fold together and the completed size is 21" H x 11" W x 11" D. Launch date: May 2008. 2/18/2008 (Price: $25.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Shrinky Dinks® Tiki Island Party Pack by
JOOBLI STUDIOSuitable for up to eight people, this party pack includes a themed color poster that doubles as a photo frame, eight sheets of Frosted Ruff-N'-Ready shrinkable plastic, at least 32 line-art images for tracing, eight invitations and envelopes, and eight key chains for bag tag favors. It also comes with "Make-&-Bake" instructions. 2/18/2008 (Price: $17.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Paper Fashions by
KLUTZThe craft kit includes plastic stencils that allow kids to easily trace perfectly proportioned pants, purses, skirts, scarves, sweaters and shoes, and then embellish their designs with sequins and ribbons. The creations can be hung or mounted onto greeting cards, gift bags, lockers and more. This product is a Parents’ Choice Gold Award and National Parenting Center Seal of Approval Award winner.
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— Laura Pearson, manager of The Durango Kid in Durango, Colo., said her store sells “100 to 200 [Klutz kits] a month.”
— The Three Bears' Manager Ms. Rene, in Ruidos, N.M., told
TDmonthly that when it comes to Klutz, her store sells “about 100 per month.”
— Over 13 percent of retailers told
TDmonthly that Klutz Inc. products are their best arts-and-crafts sellers. 1/16/2008 (Price: $19.95)
Paper'oni! – Cute Pets by
PLASMART INC.This craft-kit allows kids to create 3D pictures using colorful paper rolls (Paper’oni). The Paper’oni are glued onto a board, following a pattern or a blank board for distinctive, imaginative creations. Boards are reusable with refill Paper’oni for endless creations. Other varieties include Fairyland, Under-the-Sea, Space, Jungle Animals and Enchanted Garden. Launch date: February 2008.
THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED. 1/2/2008 (Price: $15.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Character Creator: Robots JR by
PLAY ODYSSEY INC.With this set, young children can create quirky robot characters and simple machines from a variety of easy to handle reusable stickers. This travel friendly play set is packaged in a practical folder/booklet that includes plenty of models for inspiration, a generous play surface and more than 100 mechanical parts. This product is a 2008 iParenting Media Award winner. Launch date: November 2007.
— “Most sticker sets are primarily designed to foster imaginary play, and include a variety of self contained pieces to assemble a scene,” Meera Gill of Play Odyssey Inc. told
TDmonthly. “Character Creator is more versatile in that it is both an imaginary play and construction toy.” 1/2/2008 (Price: $12.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] LandSailer™ / ÜberDragster™ Scavenger Kit by
UBERSTIXThese new construction/craft kits from ÜberStix take the company's commitment to recycling one step further. When kids open the construction kit, they will discover that it requires more than just building it. The ÜBERSTIX LANDSAILER™ and ÜBERDRAGSTER™ are both working models that require Push Ups® ice cream pops for wheels, coffee stir sticks, straws and more. The LandSailer requires very little wind to move it across the ground. Kids can set up their own unique race courses for their working models — even build a speed ramp. "This is the first build system that rewards kids for recycling," ÜberStix founder Dane Scarborough told
TDmonthly. "In doing the Scavenger Kits, we're starting a new category of toys." 12/17/2007 (Price: $16.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Graphic T-Shirt Designer by
FASHION ANGELSEncourage recycling and reusing by offering these design kits to your little and tween girl customers. The kits are great for craft or slumber parties, too. This toy is still in development and artwork may not reflect the final product. 12/5/2007 (Price: $24.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Clay Bead Pens by
DRAGONFLY INNOVATIONSEach pack contains two pens, air-dry clay and glitter glue. Each pen features a rod to hold beads. The clay with this project makes little mess, does not stick to your hands, comes in vivid colors, and air-dries in 24 hours. 11/21/2007 (Price: $24.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Toilet Ink™ by
JECKIDA INC.The washable vinyl adhesive transfer easily adheres to standard toilets, transforming toilets into creative works of art. Over 40 designs are available, each designed by a tattoo artist. Launch date: May 2007. 11/21/2007 (Price: $24.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Make A Plate® Kit by
MAKIT PRODUCTSMake-A-Plate® has been a family fun memory maker since 1969. Preserve a memory by capturing the imagination of the artist in a usable product that is dishwasher safe and break resistant. Each Make A Plate® Kit contains 5 drawing sheets and markers, plus one pre-paid certificate for processing artwork into one 10" melamine plate at the Magic Factory™.
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Toy Fair 2008 11/7/2007 (Price: $13.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Color-a-Messenger Bag by
ALEX-PANLINE USA INC.Decked out with designs of pets, fruits, stars and flowers, this bag, measuring 14” W x 11” W x 4” D, allows kids to custom-color to their heart’s content. It is large enough to carry school books and binders, and comes with six permanent markers in a pouch. This product was named one of Dr. Toy’s 10 Best Creative Products and 100 Best Children’s Products.
— “The Color-a-Messenger Bag from Alex is a good one for us,” said Emily Bieritz, manager of
My Favorite Toy Store in Downers Grove, Ill., of the strongest-selling items for girls in her store in summer 2009.
— In late 2007, 40 percent of retailers singled out Alex-Panline USA Inc. as their best-selling arts-and-crafts manufacturer. Two of 47 retailers told
TDmonthly in June 2009 that the Color-a-Messenger Bag is a best-selling gift item for girls.
— Ken, working manager at Toys Unique in Dallas, Texas, told
TDmonthly previously that his store does well with Alex’s Color-a-Messenger Bag, selling just under 50 per month. Explorations Inc. Owner Chuck Harper in Granger, Ind., had named this item as his store’s best-seller. 11/5/2007 (Price: $19.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Sticky Mosaics Castle, Collectors Series by
THE ORB FACTORY LIMITEDThe castle comes with colorable action figures, 10 markers and more than 1,000 foil tiles so kids can create their own designs. When assembled, the castle measures approximately 12-3/4” W x 12” H. Launch date: 2008.
— “Sticky Mosaics by The Orb Factory…we sell 20 or 30 kits in a month,” Steve, owner of My Story House Toys in Roswell, Ga., told
TDmonthly.
— Terry Meyers, owner of Kaleidoscope Toys in Round Rock, Texas, told
TDmonthly that her store “sells several dozen” Orb Factory kits each month.
— Five percent of retailers named The Orb Factory’s Sticky Mosaics as their best arts-and-crafts seller. 11/5/2007 (Price: $24.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Puppy Themed Kit by
BRAIN NOODLES, LLCKids can build three cute puppies with this kit that contains five red, four zebra, two white and one lime Brain Noodles, plus instruction booklets to aid in the construction. 10/19/2007 (Price: $14.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Build-It Space Explorer Kit by
The Little ExperienceThis kit includes everything required to build a space rocket and more. It comes in an eco-friendly box with printing on the inside so that children can create a project out of the box itself, and is designed to encourage manual dexterity, parental interaction, creativity and recycling. It includes seven language translations. 10/4/2007 (Price: $18.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Make Your Dog a Party Collar by
BOWWOWMEOWFor special occasions your dog will look splendid in a dress-up party collar, especially one made lovingly by you. There is enough material in this kit to make one collar for a bull mastiff or several for a toy poodle. You can even make a matching bracelet or ponytail holder for yourself or a friend. Everything needed is included in the kit. 9/27/2007 (Price: $14.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Roll 'n' Go Chalkmat by
FLOURISHThese nifty mats fit right in a diaper bag or purse, then roll out to keep kids amused in restaurants or doctors' offices. Inside is a flexible chalkboard surface so kids can draw and erase to their hearts' delight. 9/19/2007
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Personalized Blanket – Rock ‘n' Roll Girl by
LIFE SQUAREDThe Personalized Blanket is a canvas that provides everyone the ability to create a custom blanket without the custom price tag. One can express artistic creativity with paints or use a more refined approach with iron-on photographs, monogramming or Life Squared custom art. Art (MSRP: $10) is available by theme, focusing on the most current trends such as rock 'n' roll (shown), cowboy/girl, safari and Parisian Bebe. The luxurious blankets come in pink, blue, yellow and white with a rod pocket for display. “[Individuals] can create their own masterpiece that is beautiful enough to be displayed and treasured for years to come, and is special enough to be handed down through the generations,” Co-founder Lori K. Balfour of Life Squared told
TDmonthly. Launch date: September 2007. 9/17/2007 (Price: $80.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Baby Art Kit by
ZOOM DISTRIBUTIONWith the Baby Art Kit, one can create an enduring keepsake sculpture of baby’s hand or foot. The Baby Art Kit is very simple to use and takes little time to create a perfect replica of a child’s hand or foot. The product is a wonderful gift for new parents and is 100-percent safe for baby’s skin. “Unlike most other mold kits, the Baby Art Kit allows one to create an affordable 3-D mold of a child’s hand or foot from the comfort of one’s own home,” Brad Breckenridge of Zoom Distribution told
TDmonthly. Launch date: November 2007. 9/17/2007 (Price: $24.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Zoo Buddies You Can Draw: The Amazing Step-by-Step Art Card Studio by
STERLING PUBLISHING CO.Illustrated cards included in this set guide children through each step in creating a complete picture; each new stroke is displayed in a contrasting color. Kids can then flip the card to try drawing the picture from a different perspective or pose. Subjects include bears, chimpanzees, pandas, penguins and more. Each kit includes 32 double-sided cards, eight colored pencils, a 64-page drawing pad and a pencil sharpener. The box features front magnetic closure. “Using an easy, no-erase approach, our art cards eliminate the frustration kids feel when they have to go back and erase guide lines to finish their drawings,” Associate Publicist Meaghan E. Finnerty of Sterling Publishing told
TDmonthly. Launch date: August 2007. 8/29/2007 (Price: $9.95)
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