June 2010 New Specialty Toys — Designer Toys

This toy features three aliens that stack on one another. Each stacking ring has a different shape and sound including crinkle paper, a bell, and a rattle. All three and brightly colored and made of multiple fabrics. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales, told TDmonthly, "This line was designed just by Manhattan Toy. It features fun faces, colors and fabrics that baby is sure to enjoy." Launch date: 2010.

This classic soft doll features a pink dress and jacket with flower headband and sandals. Her outfit is removable for fashion play. Launch date: 2010.

The Alien Bobble & Stack is a roly-poly stacker. This toy features soft, colorful fabrics and ribbons and an alien that makes noises when pushed or batted. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, told TDmonthly, "This roly-poly stacker was designed by Manhattan Toy and has a variety of textures plus a squeaker, chime and ribbons." Launch date: 2010.

The Buggybu Playtime Busy Bug's bright colors and multi-fabric patterns offer visual stimulation, and its hidden noise makers include rattles, squeakers and crinkle paper that will perk up all little ears. Launch date: 2010.

Liliana is one of the three "sweet" fairies eager to delight. Liliana wears a bright orange and yellow dress with mushroom spots, green leggings and pink wings, and her orange hair is highlighted with a flower-shaped headband. Liliana is one of six Beneath the Leaf dolls, which are about 6" in height and highly detailed. All are from the forest, but their facial expressions are different — some appear "sweet" and some appear up to "mischief." Launch date: 2010.

This particular T-Rex is more adorable than it is scary. Squishables makes giant, round, fuzzy stuff animals. Aaron Glazer of Squishable.com, Inc, told TDmonthly that the T-Rex "wants only to cuddle and maybe nibble on your nose." Launch date: December 2009.

An animal menagerie, made from organic cotton and soy inks. These petite pillows or playthings are based on Victorian designs, and feature such animals as giraffes, pigs, gorillas, bunnies, owls, ostriches, zebras, and dogs.

PIPEROID is a paper craft robot designed and produced in Japan. The robot is made out of paper pipes with pre-drilled holes and marks to cut, fold, and connect the pipes without the need of glue or tape. All one needs is a pair of scissors, and with minimal assembly they can bring your own PIPEROID to life. It's "very easy to make - with only scissors and 30 minutes," Shinya Fujimoto, owner, Magnote, told TDmonthly. Awards: Good Design Award (2007). Launch date: 2009.

This stylish sillo purse has coordinating fabrics, a sturdy zipper and straps. It measures 10" — 19 " including strap. Launch date: Feb. 15, 2010.

This family set is designed for the Emerson House by brinca dada. The Modern Family is sleek, minimalist, and striking; the dolls' beauty is only matched by their equisite functionality. Not only are they posable and fully articulated, the dolls' biceps and calves flex realistically. The Modern Family turns playtime into an art.

This living room set serves as a collection of accessories for brinca dada's Emerson House. It creates the perfect atmosphere for entertaining guests, reading a good book or relaxing with family. The set features eleven pieces including TV console, lamps, HD television, sofa, chairs, coffee table, console, side table and rug. Launch Date: Spring 2010.