August 2010 Notable Toys — Apparel

Beltz 4 Kidz are belts designed with kids in mind. These belts are made of genuine vegetable-tanned leather, with buckles made of zinc for durability. Both the belts and buckles are made in Canada using all child-safe and environmentally friendly processes and materials. Easy to fasten and unfasten, Beltz 4 Kidz are designed to promote independence and make dressing fun with their stylish collectable buckles.
Awards: 2010 iParenting Media Award; 2010 PTPA Award

These best-friend necklaces come in nine treat-themed designs, including ice cream-and-cake, coffee-and-donut and milk-and-cookie. "Best friend necklaces have always been one half heart for one friend and another half heart for the other. Now, both friends get to have two charms each so the necklaces are the same but opposite, with one large charm and one small," Violet Gumdrop's Darcee Matlen told TDmonthly.

These licensed items include products from three lines: Adventures in Duckport, Little Suzy's Zoo, and Wags and Whiskers. They feature an array of beautifully drawn and endearing animal characters that have endured for more than 40 years, including Witzy the Duck, Lulla the Rabbit, Boof the Bear, Patches the Giraffe, Corky the Turtle and others.

With their tan and chocolate brown faces, and light pink ears and cheeks on a light blue background, these cute chunky monkeys are designed to make kids go bananas. The socks are available in sizes 0-6 months, 6-12 months, 1-2 years and 2-4 years. They are also "eco-friendly and made in the USA!" Rock-a-Thigh Baby President Jennifer R. Dutcher told TDmonthly.

A versatile all season bootie that can be worn over shoes, Stonz Linerz, slippers or bare feet. Their durable coated nylon upper provides wind and water-resistance, their fleece lining provides warmth and comfort, and their wide opening allows the booties to slip on and stay on easily. The booties have rubberized, skid-resistant soft soles and are machine-washable.

A versatile all season bootie that can be worn over shoes, Stonz Linerz, slippers or bare feet. Their durable coated nylon upper provides wind and water-resistance, their fleece lining provides warmth and comfort, and their wide opening allows the booties to slip on and stay on easily. The booties have rubberized, skid-resistant soft soles and are machine-washable.

This reversible fleece hat features the Stonz logo on one side, and a two-tone red/black design when reversed. The high quality anti-pill fleece provides warmth and wears well. Velcro closure ensures hat stays on with a comfortable fit. Machine washable and dryable.

Two adjustable toggles tighten at the arm and wrist to ensure the Mittz stay on, and the over-arm design allows Mittz to be put on last. There are five layers of warmth in every mitt, and the styles for newborn to 24 months have a thumbless design for easy on and off and warmth. The design for ages 2 to 7 has a thumb added with an extra layer of protective rubberized fabric in the palm and thumb. The appliqué matches Stonz Booties and Hatz for a coordinated look. The Mittz are machine washable and dryable.

This uniform gift set is perfect for back to school, featuring the Navy Rib, White Rib and Red Rib styles of pork chops. Pork Chops are baby- and kid-sized thigh highs with non-skid bottoms that were designed to provide warmth and protection for little ones and facilitate easy diaper changes. Sizing varies by age: 6mo-2 years, 2-4 years, 4-6 years, and 6-8 years.

This Basic Gift Set is complete with a White, Pink and Navy Ribbed Pork Chop. Pork Chops are baby- and kid-sized thigh highs with non-skid bottoms that were designed to provide warmth and protection for little ones and facilitate easy diaper changes. Sizing varies by age: 6mo-2 years, 2-4 years, 4-6 years, and 6-8 years.

Girls gain superhero strength in this fully-lined pink cape made of washable crushed velvet. It's easy for children to put on and take off with quality velcro closures. Add accessories, like the matching fuchsia and white Hero Mask (sold separately), for a quick and easy dress up look.

Sizing
• One size fits most ages 3-8, 24" from neckline to hem

This Dr. Seuss Cat in the Hat four-piece set includes a bodysuit (0-3 month), bib, blanket and padded hanger. The set is available in red or white.

These removable, warm, fluffy inserts fit into mY Design paintable boots. They can also be used as slippers and are machine washable.

This pair of zimbi shoes can be painted and erased again and again. The kit includes a pair of zimbi shoes, six waterproof paints, 32 magical erasing pads, two paint brushes and a mixing palette.

With this kit, kids can paint their clogs and erase them to paint them again. The set comes with a pair of clogs, six waterproof paints, 32 erasing pads, two brushes and a mixing palette.

Sleepover Sassy Sak is a 16” L x 9” W duffel-shaped Sassy Sak with two long, over-the-shoulder straps for carrying. It comes in purple peace, flower power, pink floral and green zebra designs and is "totally hip and versatile," Press Release Etc. President Jacki Ralph told TDmonthly.

These soft cotton T-shirts feature an image of the globe filled half empty with water along with the message "Use Water Wisely." The shirts come in sizes small to large.

StickyPixies fairytale tees are interactive. Each costume is attached with Velcro, and children can remove the costume to add a different costume. The costumes include many different themes, including fairies, mermaids, butterflies and knights.

Designed for children aged newborn to 3 years, Stonz Booties are versatile all-season booties that can be worn over shoes, Stonz Linerz, slippers or bare feet. Their durable coated nylon upper provides wind and water-resistance, their fleece lining provides warmth and comfort, and their wide opening allows the booties to slip on and stay on easily. The booties have rubberized, skid-resistant soft soles and are machine-washable. "The toggles on each bootie make sure they go on easily and stay on any sized child's foot," Stonz Wear Owner Lisa Will told TDmonthly.
Awards: 2006 I-Parenting Media Award; 2009 PTPA (Parent Test-Parent Approved) Award; 2010 Mom's Best Award

The Belisima Ballerina dress is made of stretch velvet, satin, organza and tulle — "darling fashion that matches your favorite Groovy Girls doll," Manhattan Toy Marketing and Sales Manager Julie Flann told TDmonthly.

This case carries up to 14 clippies and works with all types of barrettes. It is designed to be used for carrying clips in a purse or diaper bag.

Each Ribbies Clippies gift set includes five clippies of varying patterns in related color families. All clips come with a no-slip grip to keep them in place. Ribbies Clippies offers more than 100 colorful patterns to choose from. "The foam grip in our clips REALLY works!" Owner Kim Marable told TDmonthly.

This novelty hat is made of 100-percent cotton velvet and has a foam interior for durability and support. "BZany hats are unique and adjustable. The inner velcro and elastic strap makes it easy to change the size of the hat to fit either children or adults," BZany Operations Manager Sara Henig told TDmonthly.

Inspired by the blue sea of the Riviera, the Portofino set is made from silky, lightweight jersey cotton. The white short sleeve tee has Riviera blue stitching and snaps at the shoulder. The matching drawstring pants are Riviera blue with a white strip at the leg.