July 2010 Notable Toys — Gifts

Individuals can enliven a space with these floating birds illustrated by Fumiha Tanaka. They are made from thick sturdy board and measure approximately 11" wide. Launch date: 2010.

Lamb Treasure Pocket a-door-nimals are birth announcements for the hospital door, cuddly best friends and tooth fairy animals. Oh-so-soft critters hang by satin ribbons and hold dry erase heart-shaped boards for new families to announce baby’s birth in style.  Awards: iParenting Media Award. Launch date: February 2010.

Puppy Dog Treasure Pocket a-door-nimals are birth announcements for the hospital door and, later on, cuddly best friends and tooth fairy animals. The soft critters hang by satin ribbons and hold dry erase heart-shaped boards for new families to announce baby’s birth in style. Awards: iParenting Media Award. Launch date: August 2007.

Lamb Treasure Pocket a-door-nimals are birth announcements for the hospital door and, later, cuddly best friends and tooth fairy animals. The soft critters hang by satin ribbons and hold dry erase heart-shaped boards for new families to announce baby’s birth in style. Awards: iParenting Media Award. Launch date: February 2010.

Pink Bear Treasure Pocket a-door-nimals are birth announcements for the hospital door and, later on, cuddly best friends and tooth fairy animals. The soft critters hang by satin ribbons and hold dry erase heart-shaped boards for new families to announce baby’s birth in style. Awards: iParenting Media Award. Launch date: December 2006.

Pink Bear Treasure Pocket a-door-nimals are birth announcements for the hospital door and, later on, cuddly best friends and tooth fairy animals. The soft critters hang by satin ribbons and hold dry erase heart-shaped boards for new families to announce baby’s birth in style. Awards: iParenting Media Award. Launch date: December 2006.

The Ghost Nano Train Action Dome is a cast resin art piece that employs a revolutionary technology to move a train smoothly around a very thin narrow track. It comes packaged in a secure Styrofoam nest that fits snugly in a decorative colored display box. Ghost Train Action Dome features the following: a medieval castle Illuminated from within; a steam locomotive and three train cars that have an eerie glow when viewed in subdued light; locomotive sound that can be silenced for quiet night time operation; and a quality, hand-blown glass dome that protects its contents from dust. The 110 �] 230 VAC 50/60Hz power adapter provides endless hours of enjoyment.

The Eco Pacifier Holder keeps pacifiers protected and coordinates with Diaper Dude's other eco-friendly accessories and eco-friendly bag. It is large enough to hold two pacifiers.

The Eco Green Bottle Holder keeps liquids hot or cold for up to four hours. This bottle holder measures approximately 4" wide and 8" tall. Stephanie Moore of Diaper Dude told TDmonthly the Eco Green Bottle Holder is, "easy to grab and go and a perfect addition to the Diaper Dude bag for an extra bottle holder."

The Eco Green Changing Station includes a removable shoulder strap and removable card/key holder. The interior features a padded changing area and three compartments perfect for holding diapers, wipes container and diaper paste. Stephanie Moore of Diaper Dude told TDmonthly this item is "great for quick outings or as an addition to your Diaper Dude bag collection."

This high-quality 1000-piece 19" x 30" jigsaw puzzle features an upgraded puzzle board.

This 1000-piece jigsaw puzzle measures 20" x 27" and features a thick, upgraded puzzle board.

This special-shaped, 600-piece jigsaw puzzle features an upgraded board.

GreenDude Messenger Bag has one large compartment for baby with mesh pocket and an additional compartment for dad with mesh pocket. GreenDude features a padded shoulder strap, insulated bottle holder, and three large compartments with Velcro closure. A dad checklist is screen-printed on the magnetic flap and breathable mesh padding adds extra comfort. The product includes a padded changing pad, clips for stroller straps, an interior key clip and a removable, expandable cell phone holder. Stephanie Moore, administrative assistant at Diaper Dude, told TDmonthly, "The Eco-Friendly Messenger II from Diaper Dude is made of recycled PET material (plastic water bottles) rewoven into durable polyester and offers the same great features you find in all Diaper Dude bags-messenger style." WATCH VIDEO

This unique African Spots 700-piece specially-shaped jigsaw puzzle features an upgraded, thicker puzzle board.

This two-ply organic bamboo velour and bamboo jersey satin-trimmed, mid-weight blanket is an all-season, all-weather solution to keeping baby cozy. Choose from lime, cocoa or natural bamboo velour paired with natural colored bamboo soft jersey knit. The 31" x 31" blanket is suitable for nursery, travel and play. Made in USA of imported material (Organic bamboo velour (70/28/2 bamboo viscose/org cotton/poly) with organic bamboo jersey (100 org bamboo viscose).

These brightly striped organic bamboo velour hats feature alternative sizing. The Citrus comes with a ribbon stem and leaves set atop this cozy all season hat. The Plum is striped in cheery orange and plum purple with orange ribbon detail. The are made in the USA of imported materials (70/28/2 bamboo viscose/organic cotton/poly blend).

This full-coverage, all-season organic bamboo velour hat with wide band is lined in silky organic bamboo jersey. It's available in lime or cocoa. The lime sports a stem and leaves detail, while the cocoa hat is topped with a classic chocolate ticking ribbon. It is made in the USA of imported materials.

SandMemories allows kids to make gifts for their parents, or for parents to make a wonderful keepsake of their child's hand print, out of sand. Made in Germany by a Danish company, the SandMemories hand print kit with wooden frame contains:

    * sand
    * sand adhesive
    * wooden frame for individual decoration (outer size 21x21cm, inner size 15x15cm)
    * loop
    * spatula
    * illustrated instructions on rear side
    * wooden stick for standing up the completed frame
 
When completed, the hardened hand print may hang on the wall or stand upright on a table. Launch date: 2010.

This 18" soft chenille plush friend unfolds into a cushy pillow. It is also available in an 11" size, MSRP $15.99. Pillow Pets are machine washable on the gentle cycle.
— "It's definitely one our hot-selling items through the Easter season. The children love and sleep with them every night," Sandy Challinor, owner of Owl's Nest Toy Store in Southlake, Texas, told TDmonthly in April 2010.

This German-made clutching toy by HABA manipulates easily in an infant's hands. The variations created with the easy movement of the different sections allows for easy beginning hand-eye coordination. It is made from beechwood and colored in a nontoxic, water-based stain. Launch date: March 2010.

This linen-covered photo album features a cover print of a toddler girl in the rain, embellished with Swarovski crystals and completed with high-quality tassels in the binding.

Made in the USA, this soap is organic and contains ingredients including safflower and/or sunflower, palm and coconut oils; lavender, geranium and ylang ylang essential oils; jojoba oil and rosemary extract. It's designed to be gentle and soothing for the skin.

This nicely packaged box can hold jewelry or other favorite treasures. The linen fabric features an angelic image adorned with Swarovski crystal elemtns and has a gold tassel to pull it open.