June 2011 Notable Toys — Plush

Plush floppy eared bunny has snuggly soft pink velour blanket, lined and edged in silky satin. Embroidered message reads, "Best Friends Indeed." Washes beautifully, machine wash and tumble dry. Size: 16"

Plush bunny with soft blue velour blanket lined and edged in silky satin. Blanket is open in the back for easier snuggling. "Best Friends Indeed" embroidery. Machine wash & tumble dry. Size: 16"

A Poofin is a large pillow-like Star that holds a collection of soft picture charms that represent all the great things in a kid's life and what they like about themselves. "Kids can make it one-of-a-kind by filling it with as many as 50 small, soft charms of their choosing. As kids build their charm collection, they get an understanding of just how awesome they are. Poofin is a plush collectible toy with soul that bridges the inner and outer dimensions of a child. As we like to say: What you put inside is what’s inside you. Poofin allows a child to share their stories with friends and family through the sharing of their personal charm collection," Ann Bowar, principal of Poofin, told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 2011.

Easily take playtime to bedtime with Mimicking Monkey. Mimicking Monkey’s unique dual track voiceover option allows parents to record personal messages along with each sound to personalize their child’s play, relax or bedtime environment. Familiar voices and soothing sounds can help children achieve a more peaceful, deeper sleep. Caregivers can record a soothing message to their child to help ease separation anxiety. Mimicking Monkey features include: Plays three unique sounds - Monkey fun, angel falls, lullaby; Records voices over all sound options; 30 minute sleep timer; Velcro hands for securing to cribs and strollers; 2 AA batteries included; Illustrated storybook and adoption certificate.
— As of 05/27/2011 this product had 3.3 out of 5 stars from 3 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: Cute; users liked the recording features; on an automatic timer so it doesn't stay on all night. Cons: one user said the monkey excessively shed its fur.

Plump and cute, this baby's toy is huggable and extremely soft. It has the "Fuzzle Flare" and the baby cuteness...made of the softest, designer fabrics. 10" long.

The classic, beautiful, silky soft, stately cat. Looks like a real cat with exceptional details and distinctive expression. 16" tall.

New styles of the very popular "Fuzzles!" They come in 16" and 11" and in many animal styles. Girls love their zany colors and fashion-forward fabrics. Girls love to collect them, trade them, bond with them and just carry them everywhere.

A new style of Sassy Pet Saks, one of four styles with a removeable soft doll. Both the doll and the sak are dressed in shiny, glittery, ruffled satins, silks, and jewels. There are two fairies and two princesses. Dolls are 7" tall. Saks are 7" wide.

These little imps are creepy and cuddly. They measure 8inches tall and are stuffed with mischief. The first assortment includes two of Living Dead Dolls’ most popular characters, Sadie and Eggzorcist. Sadie sports her signature black dress, while Eggzorcist features her fluffy bunny costume and noose. As both stare at you with their unblinking eyes, you can’t help but wonder what terrifying plans they have in store for when the lights go out. Launch date: June 2011.

Part of Aurora's "Are We There Yet" collection, the My Name Is ID Tags feature a decorative plush animal charm, as well as a clip for hanging on luggage. Available in a six style assortment including monkey, giraffe, lion, shark, panda and gator.

Part of Aurora's "Are We There Yet" collection, these 10" neck rests feature an ergonomic design to offer kids neck support as they travel. The neck rests come in either a Cheeky Charlie or Gerome the Giraffe design.

Part of Aurora's "Are We There Yet" collection, these 11.5", bean filled plush toys are an ideal companion for young travelers.

A tree will be planted for every collectible, plush Treefie that is registered online. Because children are so interested in doing their part, this line is geared toward educating them about our world, giving them the opportunity to plant a tree, and keeping them interested in the environment. Treefies combine the classic offline play and collecting possibilities of a plush toy with the modern twist of access to the internet. The line includes the following animals: monkey, elephant, eagle, frog, brown bear, lion, panda, shark, leopard, and ferret.

The PlayTivity Blankee measures 18” by 20” and is full of patterned designs and loads of texture. The animal shape is in the center of the blanket and is surrounded by four triangles. Both the animal’s arms crinkle, and on the left arm are two plastic rings for added play. The left foot rattles while the right foot squeaks. Just beneath a soft plush peek-a-boo flap that covers the animal’s belly is a mylar mirror. A plethora of satin tags can be found throughout.

This plush toy is crazy plump and full of squish for hours of cuddle time happiness. Designs include Pastel Dot Horse, Pastel Dot Hippo, Yellow Giraffe, Blue Dog and Pink Dog. Matches other Fuzzles baby products from Douglas.

The Rattles have a sturdy clear plastic teething ring filled with natural wooden balls that rattle when shaken attached to a soft toy animal head. Pastel Dot Horse, Pastel Dot Hippo and Yellow Giraffe are all three new to this line.

The new Fuzzle design uses the soft baby palette with a twist of color combinations full of polka dot fun. The new Baby Giraffe Lil’ Snuggler is equally delicious in buttery soft yellow with beautifully striped yellow edges. Each blanket incorporates a 13” by 13” square of uber soft fabric and a plush animal head. Each one is fully lined and thickly edged with ultra-soft satin that begs to be rubbed. Each Lil’ Snuggler™ is completely machine washable for good health and safety.

Print Pizzazz Zazzy Legs hang from shelves, tables, closet doors, mirrors or anywhere a young girl wants to drape them. The 25inch long, soft plush animals exceed safety standards and are machine washable. Characters include Zazzy Legs Frog, Zazzy Legs Monkey, Zazzy Legs Dog and Zazzy Legs Cat.

There are nine new 7" Lil’ Cheeks. Like the 14" Cheery Cheeks, Lil' Cheeks are made of a blend of textured fabrics and a mix and match collection of patterns including stripes and flowers. The bold blend of colors is delightful and somewhat unexpected. These soft toys took their inspiration from the fashion runway with a sense of confidence and style. The details on these truly cheery animals are all embroidered including the eyes, mouth, nose, cheeks and freckles. These toys have soft, squeezable bodies and big paws. Launch date: February 2011.

This 10", soft plush lamb plays the Christian song "Jesus Loves Me." Comes in Blue or Pink.

Blessings Lamb Blankee is a 12” soft white lamb, featuring a satin-lined white robe that flows down from the lamb’s upper torso and is embossed with a cross. A bow around the neck features scripted-font text that reads “Jesus Loves Me.” The lamb can be customized with a 12” gender-specific bib (MSRP $14). The girl’s bib is distinguished by frilled edges whereas the boy’s bib features a smooth edge.

This 8" plush, chocolate colored meadow mouse holds a cross in one hand. "We like to think of the MiFe Mouse as a reminder that big messages such as 'my faith' can be carried out by the smallest of creatures," Michael Kessler, Aurora’s SVP of sales and marketing, told TDmonthly. Also comes in a "Lord is my Shepherd" Mouse, cradling a lamb.

Squaredy Cats are square kittens that feature a soft and puffy tail. Each Squaredy Cat has a saying embroidered on its side, saying what they are not "squared" (scared) to do. Promotes self-acceptance and self-expression.

My STUFFIE is the mom/teacher created, multi-use sensible solution to stuffed animal clutter. It's storage, soft seating plus a large plush puppy. My STUFFIE measures 22 inches high, holds 50+ stuffed animals, has three (3) mesh windows for viewing contents, rear Velcro opening/closure. Transforms into soft bean-bag like seating when full. Can also be used for a hamper. "Independence and responsibility can be taught and can be fun using My STUFFIE because it is fun and easy to use. Innovative design makes cleaning up fun with added benefit of built-in reward when soft toys have been placed inside: soft seating plus a huge plush puppy. Children experience self-confidence, increased self-esteem using My Stuffie," Patricia Klotz, President of Lemonade Innovations Inc, told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 2011.