January 2015 Notable Toys — Plush

New from Douglas, Pudgies are understuffed animals that are 16 inches of cuddly cuteness, and they are oh so irresistibly squishy soft. Available in six animal styles—Wolf, Frog, Raccoon, Moose, Fox and a Black Bear are ready for snuggling!

For over 75 Years, LASSIE has been the protector, trusted companion and loyal friend. Lassie plush collies are available in 3 sizes, 12", 22" & 27". © 2015 Classic Media LLC.
— In a June 2015 survey, two out of 10 retailers told TDmonthly that dogs from Douglas were their best-selling plush toy.

Super soft Plumpies™ for Baby are under-stuffed for just the right amount of huggable fun — 16" long in seven animal styles.

The award-winning plush from Europe finally makes it stateside for children coast to coast to cuddle. When times get rough, kids can jot down their frets, worries and fears and feed it to Worry Eater. As child sleeps, mom or dad tiptoes in and discovers the scary concern. Next day a solution or discussion can be shared between child and grownup. A much healthier way to deal with stress and worry! $15.99 (S) & $22.99 (L)
Styles in both small and large sizes: Schnulli, Saggo, Enno and Polli
Available in large only: Flint, Bill, Betti and Flamm.

Ray with the red cap and Ben with the blue cap make the perfect pals (shown with bodies tucked in).

Inspired by a child's drawings, they have soft cushy pillow heads, with small stuffed bodies that tuck inside. As a friend to dream with, they spark positive, imaginative play, and encourage children to Be A Dreamer®. As a pillow, Dream Frenz put the fun in FUNctional! Each one has a coordinated quilted soft fabric on the back. U.S. Pat. No. 8,321,978

Pretty Pink Penelope and Beautiful Blue Brittany (shown with bodies tucked in) make delightful friends!

Inspired by a child's drawings, they have soft cushy pillow heads, with small stuffed bodies that tuck inside. As a friend to dream with, they spark positive, imaginative play, and encourage children to Be A Dreamer®. As a pillow, Dream Frenz put the fun in FUNctional! Each one has a coordinated quilted soft fabric on the back. U.S. Pat. No. 8,321,978

Shimmer the Star and Marlin the Moon make bedtime magical as their faces glow in the dark! Sol the Sun is sure to bring a smile to your face.

Inspired by a child's drawings, they have soft cushy pillow heads, with small stuffed bodies that tuck inside. As a friend to dream with, they spark positive, imaginative play, and encourage children to Be A Dreamer®. As a pillow, Dream Frenz put the fun in FUNctional! Each one has a coordinated quilted soft fabric on the back. U.S. Pat. No. 8,321,978

Ruggedly handsome, PJ the Pirate with Merry the Mermaid, and Sol the Sun (shown with body tucked in).

Inspired by a child's drawings, they have soft cushy pillow heads, with small stuffed bodies that tuck inside. As a friend to dream with, they spark positive, imaginative play, and encourage children to Be A Dreamer®. As a pillow, Dream Frenz put the fun in FUNctional! Each one has a coordinated quilted soft fabric on the back. U.S. Pat. No. 8,321,978

Licensed soft doll in whimsical 2-dimensional design by artist Jennifer Vallez makes a big fashion statement with creative fun! Oversized 18" woven cotton doll features a black and white screen-print outfit on front and contrasting custom textile print on back for coloring and decorating with any favorite markers.

Lennja is a big sister! Her Elin don't always get along but they are the best of friends and they love to play. They will play and help teach your little one what being as sister means. Lennja and Elin have soft bodies and are 12" and 8" respectively.

Out of hibernation and fresh from the den comes the newest POLAR BEAR CUB from Folkmanis® Puppets. Heirloom design with soft plush fur, padded paws and a workable mouth, this cuddly glacial gladiator will easily find a warm place in your heart.

Spanish for "little armored one" the ARMADILLO puppet is a ball of fun! Featuring a “plated” shell fabric and leathered-looking skin, you can animate all four legs and the head. When he’s feeling shy, roll him into his shell using the hook and loop fasteners.

Born with brown spots as protective camouflage, the MOUNTAIN LION CUB is well suited for a solitary existence. The puppet, however, is too adorable to resist with its sweet expressive eyes. Imagine it mewing for attention with its movable mouth and you’ll want to adopt this big cat baby as your own!

The DRAGON IN TURRET is the latest pop-up from the magic makers at Folkmanis® Puppets. King of this castle is a lively baby dragon with colorful metallic accents. Movable mouth and arms come to life as you imagine your own fairytale.

In a quirky stance and ready to play, the FRILLED LIZARD puppet is full of surprises. With multiple variations of movement in his mouth and forelegs, you can even make his collar frill forward and back with a gentle squeeze of your fingers.

Fantasy play just got more entertaining with the Folkmanis® WINGED DRAGON puppet. Fierce and bold, this green flying reptile is a handful of fun. Create your own fairytale by animating the mouth and wings of this magical beast.
— Mary Porter, owner of Curiosity Zone in Ashburn, Va., told TDmonthly in an April 2015 survey that Folkmanis puppets are one of her store's top-two best-selling infant & toddler toys.
— In a June 2015 survey, three out of 10 retailers told TDmonthly that Folkmanis was their best-selling puppet brand.

Aurora's® My Little Pony collection is getting a sparkling new design in 2015! The new ponies feature styles, brush-able hair with mylar highlights that make them sparkle. With already 40+ styles in the collection, the 12 new additions in best-selling 6.5" and for the first time in 13" sizes are a must have for retailers in 2015. Also, don't forget that these amazing new additions complement an already popular and award-winning Aurora sculpted hair My Little Pony collection.

Raggedy AnnTM is celebrating her 100th birthday in 2015! As one of the most classic and beloved dolls in American history this will be some kind of party! To celebrate, all Aurora® Raggedy AnnTM & Raggedy AndyTM dolls in 2015 will include a limited edition 100th Anniversary hangtag that is sure to continue the legacy of these iconic dolls as well as new special 2015 anniversary doll editions that will be introduced throughout the year.
MSRP: $15-$35
Age: 18mo+

Smokey Gray Cat is 16”" and very silky soft and cuddly! She has an irresistible face with clear blue cat eyes and her markings are beautiful. She looks real and is the perfect gift for any age...

Astra Unicorn Floppy Unicorn is 12" of Pink Fun! She is one of a new Douglas Collection called, "Tickled Pink"
The collection appeals to girls' love for sparkle and bling...and, of course unicorns too!
She is made of soft, fluffy fabrics with that Douglas glow...ages 2-7

Blossom is a 12" tall new Douglas "Sweet Petite!" Sweet Petites come with a matching bag and feature the most original, designer, fresh spring fabrics. Blossom is a breath of fresh air and fun to carry with a working Blossom Bag in the same material. The bag is 7" wide. Sweet Petites come in 4 pair styles Blossom Bunny, Bonnie Bunny, Madeline Mouse, and Dotty Pig. SRP Bunny: $14, Bag: $15