TDmonthly Magazine

TDmonthly's 2009 Holiday Gift Guide
TDmonthly SEARCH

Advertisement:


November 2009 New Specialty Toys — Arts & Crafts



Jacquard Products - Jewel Tone Tie Dye Kits by JACQUARD PRODUCTS/RUPERT, GIBBON & SPIDER, INC.
Jacquard Products - Jewel Tone Tie Dye Kits by JACQUARD PRODUCTS/RUPERT, GIBBON & SPIDER, INC.

This series of Tie Dye kits offer the user an assortment of colors for creating beautiful two-tone dyed pieces. This type of tie dye is popular in the fashion world today and results in a sophisticated look. Instructions include many variations of 3 tie dye patterns. Each kit contains two applicator bottles with colors chosen to specifically complement each other, soda ash, gloves, rubber bands and written instructions. For two shirts. Available Jewel Tones include Amber, Amethyst, Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, Sapphire, and Topaz. Launch Date: January 2010. 11/19/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Jacquard Products - Camouflage Tie Dye Kit by JACQUARD PRODUCTS/RUPERT, GIBBON & SPIDER, INC.
Jacquard Products - Camouflage Tie Dye Kit by JACQUARD PRODUCTS/RUPERT, GIBBON & SPIDER, INC.

This kit has a unique tie dye method designed to get the best Camouflage look. Complete instructions for the Classic Camo pattern are included as well as ideas for creating 3 other dye patterns. The kit contains two applicator bottles of dye, one container of dye for immersion bath, soda ash, gloves, rubber bands and written instructions. For up to four shirts. Launch Date: January 2010. 11/19/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Stick Puppet Party! Chinese New Year Edition 2010 by TIGERCANDY ARTS INC.
Stick Puppet Party! Chinese New Year Edition 2010 by TIGERCANDY ARTS INC.

Designed as an educational, fun and easy-to-use puppet making kit, SPP! Chinese New Year Edition puts the power of creation in the hands of the child. It provides a balance of structure and creativity as it leads kids through the process of creating five large, one-of-a-kind stick puppets with the Chinese New Year theme. It could be used for school projects or for parties or family nights. The kit includes five blank corrugated bodies, 10 blank arms and legs, five blank heads, five themed faces, five sticks, 20 fasteners, five sheets of decorative paper, 50ml glue, an informative synopsis of the Chinese New Year, and directions. Kids assemble the puppets, make the clothing, and complete the puppet characters with the included themed faces, photographs or hand drawings. The stick puppets stand 14" tall and have movable arms and legs. They are packaged in a 12” hang bag. This product is made in the USA. Launch date: October 2009. 11/17/2009 (Price: $18) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Shrinky Dinks Holiday Fun by CREATIVITY FOR KIDS
Shrinky Dinks Holiday Fun by CREATIVITY FOR KIDS

Kids create a 9” sparkly Christmas tree, then color Shrinky Dinks ornaments with the included color pencils, bake them, and then hang them on the tree. The kit includes 30 ornaments, eight colored pencils, a hole punch, metallic stars, ornament rings, a star-shaped tree topper, silver metallic tree branches, metallic foil paper for wrapping the base of the tree, and a pre-assembled tree base.
— Two of 40 specialty retailers mentioned Shrinky Dinks when asked about best-selling hobby products in fall 2009.
— Two other retailers named Creativity for Kids as a best-selling hobby brand in their stores. 11/9/2009 (Price: $16.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

PlayFoam Mini Single by EDUCATIONAL INSIGHTS INC.
PlayFoam Mini Single by EDUCATIONAL INSIGHTS INC.

Each single-color mini pack is designed to introduce kids to the texture and possibilities of PlayFoam. The collection includes six colors, which may be used as party gifts or stocking stuffers.
— PlayFoam small bricks have been consistent best sellers for the last two years at The Parent-Teacher Store & Toys Too in Louisville, Ky., Owner Kimberly Kopatz told TDmonthly in fall 2009. 11/9/2009 (Price: $2.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Moon Sand - Amusement Park by SPIN MASTER TOYS
Moon Sand - Amusement Park by SPIN MASTER TOYS

Somewhere 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). (Watch the Moon Sand - Amusement Park Video Watch Video) 11/6/2009 (Price: $34.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bling by Number Card Design Set by FASHION ANGELS
Bling by Number Card Design Set by FASHION ANGELS

The Bling By Number Card Design Set includes materials for creating handmade greeting cards. The set includes eight cards and envelopes, four postcards, 50 cut-out shapes and 100+ stickers, plus glitter glue, sequins, gems and more. The Bling by Number line is designed to be error proof and provide professional-looking results every time. There are easy to follow “Bling by Number” instructions and design ideas to get girls started on their way to creating their own personalized card collection. "It gets the creativity going for girls and shows that 'hand-made' can also be glam, fun, and many different materials can be used to achieve the final piece," Sarah Koth, PR coordinator for Fashion Angels Enterprises, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2009. 11/5/2009 (Price: $11.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fashion Angels Glitz & Glamour Fashion Design Sketch Portfolio by FASHION ANGELS
Fashion Angels Glitz & Glamour Fashion Design Sketch Portfolio by FASHION ANGELS

Girls can create a portfolio book of fabulous fashion creations with a little glitz and glamour flair, using the 50+ stencils and create red-carpet-worthy designs. Launch date: August 2009. 11/5/2009 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fashion Angels Flower Power Fashion Design Sketch Portfolio by FASHION ANGELS
Fashion Angels Flower Power Fashion Design Sketch Portfolio by FASHION ANGELS

Girls can create a portfolio book of fabulous fashion creations with Flower Power flair, using the 50+ removable stencils to create funky Boho-Chic designs. "Girls can focus their designs to a certain theme, and this one happens to be boho-chic look that is very trendy right now," Sarah Koth, PR coordinator for Fashion Angels Enterprises, told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 2009. 11/5/2009 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

100% Cool Sticker Maker by FASHION ANGELS
100% Cool Sticker Maker by FASHION ANGELS

Girls can create their own stickers using the 100-percent Cool Sticker Maker machine. Kids can create a custom sticker from their own drawings, magazine pictures, photographs and more. The kit includes the sticker maker machine, 15 stencils, and 8' of sticker tape. Refills are available. "The machine is compact, so it is great for slumber parties, camp and to take on the go. Plus, the fact that just about any weight of paper material can be used to make into a sticker is a great feature," Sarah Koth, PR coordinator for Fashion Angels Enterprises, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2009. 11/5/2009 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Project Runway Rockstar Style Fashion Design Sketch Portfolio by FASHION ANGELS
Project Runway Rockstar Style Fashion Design Sketch Portfolio by FASHION ANGELS

The Project Runway Rockstar Style Fashion Design Sketch Portfolio lets girls create a look for their favorite musician or their own future rock band. Girls use the stencils to start the design, then follow the instructions for inspiration and how to shade the design to make it look like it was done by a professional. This portfolio includes 40 fashion design sketch pages and 50+ stencils. "The stencils that can be easily taken out, and popped back into the portfolio (so they won't get lost!) will help girls start their designs with a real shape and form to work with," Sarah Koth, PR coordinator for Fashion Angels Enterprises, told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 2009. 11/5/2009 (Price: $6.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Project Runway Make-Up & Hair Design Sketch Portfolio by FASHION ANGELS
Project Runway Make-Up & Hair Design Sketch Portfolio by FASHION ANGELS

The Project Runway Make-Up & Hair Design Sketch Portfolio allows girls to create their own hair and make up looks on pre-printed Fashion Angels model sketch pads. The set includes removable plastic stencil cards with more than 100 shapes to start girls creating the next wild hair color streaks, what color lip gloss will be the next hot trend, or how to wear make-up and hair to a rockin’ concert. The book also has easy-to-follow instructions on how to draw like the pros with shading techniques and funky details. Launch date: August 2009. 11/5/2009 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Project Runway Fashion Design Sketch Portfolio by FASHION ANGELS
Project Runway Fashion Design Sketch Portfolio by FASHION ANGELS

The Project Runway Fashion Design Sketch Portfolio allows kids to create their own portfolio book of clothing and accessory designs on the pre-printed Fashion Angels model sketch pads. The set includes removable plastic stencil cards with more than 100 shapes to start girls on their way to creating finished looking designs. The book also has easy-to-follow instructions on how to draw like professional designers with shading techniques and funky details. "The sketch portfolio has an awesome section in the front that walks kids through how to do different shading techniques so they can make their drawing look realistic and three dimensional. The stencils can be taken out, and placed back into the portfolio so kids won't lose them," Sarah Koth, PR coordinator for Fashion Angels Enterprises, told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 2009. 11/5/2009 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Project Runway by FASHION ANGELS
Project Runway by FASHION ANGELS

Girls can challenge their skills, or their friends', as a fashion accessory designer by creating new, fresh accessory looks worthy of any runway. They use the accessory challenge spinner to give them the elements, and then take inspiration from the design guide and sketch. "Girls love purses and shoes, so this kit will challenge them to come up with some outrageous designs. This kit is just like the television show, with an unusual challenge to create the designs around," Sarah Koth, PR coordinator for Fashion Angels Enterprises, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2008. 11/5/2009 (Price: $23.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Organic Flour Power Cookie Baking Activity Kit by ZEBRA MIX
Organic Flour Power Cookie Baking Activity Kit by ZEBRA MIX

This kit takes cookie making to a whole new level of creativity and fun. Each kit is loaded with everything you need to make, bake and decorate world class ORGANIC cookies. Each kit contains all the dry ingredients and a large step-by-step Safari Baking Map with instructions designed for kids age 4-12. The map is double sided, side one has easy-to-follow instructions for making cookies (in a format designed for non-readers to fluent readers) and the other side has a "Cookie Idea Map", with decorating techniques and fun ideas to get kids thinking about design. Like how to apply abstract art principles and color to decorating. No stencils or cut-outs in this kit, Zebra Mix is designed to let kids run with their own creativity to start Stirring Up Fun!® Each kit includes: organic sugar cookie mix, organic icing mix, high-quality Fiesta silicone coated rolling pin, dragonfly and flower cookie cutters and Zebra Mix's famous instructional Safari Baking Map. 11/5/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Cupcake Studio Baking Activity Kit by ZEBRA MIX
Cupcake Studio Baking Activity Kit by ZEBRA MIX

The kit contains everything you need for a delicious afternoon of creativity and fun. Start Stirring Up Fun® by following the large Safari Baking Map with step-by-step instructions to make delicious cupcakes and frosting and then flip over the map to learn about simple decorating tools, find artistic inspiration and follow step-by-step pictures for creating geometric, animal inspired and artistic cupcakes. Kids can even exhibit pictures of their cupcakes in the Zebra Kids Art Gallery at zebramix.com Each Kit includes: cupcake mix, frosting mix, all-natural decorating sugars in three colors, re-usable Frosting Decorating Pen, zebra striped cupcake papers and our unique fold-out Safari Baking Map. 11/5/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Zebra Cupcake & Frosting Kit in a Treasure Tin by ZEBRA MIX
Zebra Cupcake & Frosting Kit in a Treasure Tin by ZEBRA MIX

Kids and parents will love Zebra Mix's signature cupcake and frosting kit in a knock-your-stripes-off zebra striped treasure tin. Each kit includes all the dry ingredients (organic and all-natural) for vanilla and chocolate striped cupcakes with yummy frosting and the famous Safari Baking Map to make the process fun, easy and full of smart learning. Just unfold the large baking map, choose Level 1 or Level 2, place your bowl in the center and start Stirring Up Fun®! Each map is loaded with engaging graphics designed for kids age 4-12. So have your preschooler layer chocolate and vanilla batter to create a fun design, and see if your 12 year old can solve the cupcake mystery – it is all a part of the Zebra Mix fun. Everything is packed in a Zebra striped treasure tin perfect for storing your treasures or lunch. 11/5/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rainbow Drop Cookie Baking Kit in a Treasure Tin by ZEBRA MIX
Rainbow Drop Cookie Baking Kit in a Treasure Tin by ZEBRA MIX

Kids will love to create these delicious cookies with colorful, all-natural chocolate rainbow drops (just like the traditional M&M cookies, but without the artificial ingredients). Each kit has all the dry ingredients (organic and all-natural) and a Safari Baking Map to make the process fun, easy and full of smart learning. Just unfold the large baking map, choose Level 1 or Level 2, place your bowl in the center and start Stirring Up Fun®! Each map is loaded with engaging graphics designed for kids age 4-12. So have your preschooler crack their own eggs, by following the illustrated pictures and see if your 12 year old can read the scientific formula - it is all a part of the Zebra Mix fun! Everything is packed in a Zebra striped treasure tin perfect for storing your treasures or lunch. 11/5/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Secret Message Bead Kit by BEAD THE MESSAGE
Secret Message Bead Kit by BEAD THE MESSAGE

This patent-pending kit of nearly 1,000 beads features various colors that each represent a letter, number and space, so that kids can create bracelets and other accessories with their own secret messages to be decoded. The kit also includes 15 yards of elastic plus 20 decoder cards with instructions. About 15 customized Bead the Message beads are provided to represent the beginning of a message project. 10/30/2009 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Project Runway Make-Up Artist Studio Set by FASHION ANGELS
Project Runway Make-Up Artist Studio Set by FASHION ANGELS

Ever wonder about the techniques make-up artists use to create the extreme looks you see on the runway? Girls can learn to do fun high-fashion make-up with this deluxe studio set. They plan and record the high-fashion looks by using the pre-printed sketch pad. The sketch pads and make-up palette allows them to create the best looks for any face shape. The make-up style guide illustrates make-up looks throughout history to use in their own looks. "The kit includes a 21 color make-up artist palette, plus the make-up brushes and applicators so you can really get into the techniques of how to apply make up. The full color make-up guide shows all the make up trends throughout history, so girls can learn and be inspired from trends of the past and combine them for future trends," Sarah Koth, PR coordinator for Fashion Angels Enterprises, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2008. 10/29/2009 (Price: $23.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Project Runway Graphic T-Shirt Design Studio Set by FASHION ANGELS
Project Runway Graphic T-Shirt Design Studio Set by FASHION ANGELS

Girls can customize and redesign T-shirts, tanks and hoodies to create their very own funky, personalized look with the Project Runway Graphic T-Shirt Design Studio Set. They can use the style guide for tips and ideas on how to redesign their clothes to make them unique works of art. The stencils, ribbons, fabric markers and Cooler Jeweler stud setting tool will get girls on your way to making the freshest shirts around for them and their friends. Launch date: 2009. 10/29/2009 (Price: $23.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Project Runway Fashion Design Challenge Sketch Book Set by FASHION ANGELS
Project Runway Fashion Design Challenge Sketch Book Set by FASHION ANGELS

Girls can push your skills as a fashion designer by challenging themselves to create fabulous outfits suitable for the runway. The “Fashion Design Challenge Sketch Book Set” takes inspiration direct from the show’s weekly challenges. The spinner will tell girls where to start; the rest is up to them. They spin the included wheel and then design a garment based on an endless combination of challenges, such as creating a formal gown, out of corduroy, with an astrological theme in 30 minutes. This set includes a challenge spinner, colored pencils, two fashion sketch pads, a style guide and a pencil sharpener. Launch date: 2008. 10/29/2009 (Price: $23.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Project Runway Fashion Design Figure Drawing Set by FASHION ANGELS
Project Runway Fashion Design Figure Drawing Set by FASHION ANGELS

This kit is based on the premise that the key to learning how to draw fashions is to understand the body shape that is under them. Girls can pose and sketch the mannequin, then gradually add on their own unique fashion designs. "The design guide show step by step techniques on how to understand proportion of the body. The posable mannequin is a nice addition to the kit for a visual item to sketch and practice from," Sarah Koth, PR coordinator for Fashion Angels Enterprises, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2008. 10/29/2009 (Price: $31.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Project Runway Dress Making and Draping Set by FASHION ANGELS
Project Runway Dress Making and Draping Set by FASHION ANGELS

Girls can learn how to design and construct fashions with the Project Runway Dress Making and Draping Set. The deluxe design guide will teach basic sewing techniques plus more advanced draping methods to help girls discover the world of sewing and garment design in 3-D. The kit includes a 12” dress form, pattern, material, ribbon, needles, thread, and much more to help create gorgeous dresses suitable for any runway. "With the dress form, and all of the items needed to create a few different dress styles, it is one of the next steps in all of our Fashion Design Sketch Books. Taking design into the third dimension, so girls can learn how to create their designs on a "real" person and learning all about sewing and garment construction," Sarah Koth, PR coordinator for Fashion Angels Enterprises, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2008. 10/29/2009 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sand 'L' Bag by MANTA RAY, INC.

This accessory attaches to sand and water tables and art easels, allowing a large amount of storage. It "can almost double storage capacity," according to a company representative. Launch date: October 5, 2009. 10/29/2009 (Price: $35.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Page: 1 2 3 4 Next>>
TDmonthly Toy Search

Age:
Category:
Price:
Gender:
  :
Since 12/28/04 people have visited this page.
Advertisement:

Advertise on TDmonthly



Related Articles
·New and Notable Toys
(11/1/2009)
·Top-10 Most-Wanted Items for Tween Girls
(11/1/2009)
·Tween Crafts Show Off on Video
(9/1/2009)
·Fresh Videos Take Flight
(9/1/2009)
·TDmonthly's Fall 2009 Award Winners!
(9/1/2009)
·FREEBIES: No-Cost, High-Value Add-Ons
(9/1/2009)

Recent Products

Jacquard Products - Jewel Tone Tie Dye Kits
By JACQUARD PRODUCTS/RUPERT, GIBBON & SPIDER, INC.
» More Information

Jacquard Products - Camouflage Tie Dye Kit
By JACQUARD PRODUCTS/RUPERT, GIBBON & SPIDER, INC.
» More Information

Stick Puppet Party! Chinese New Year Edition 2010
By TIGERCANDY ARTS INC.
» More Information





TDmonthly ToyShow Preview


Magazine Home   Toy Fair Highlights   Contact TDmonthly  Toy Gallery   Advertise Here 
Editorial Calendar   Events & Trade Shows   Media Kit   Request Product Information   PlayZak®

Look up Manufacturers at ToyDirectory.com®

Search

Subscribe - TDmonthly e-Newsletter

Disclaimer  Privacy Policy  Career Opportunities  Feedback
Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Use.
Copyright © 2009 TDmonthly®, a division of TOYDIRECTORY.com®, Inc.