December 2008 Notable Toys — Furniture & Decor

This colorful, handcrafted clock features a different removable shape for each hour and also has movable hands. It measures 9" x 12" x 2".

Complete with Harry Potter shoes, this whimsical footstool features Harry Potter-themed fabric and corresponding red tassels around the edge.

Add intrigue and whimsy to a child’s nursery with unique mobiles imported from Denmark. From counting sheep to marching hedgehogs to whale watching, there is a style perfect for every child. The elephant party mobile is also a classic icon in Demark.  It makes a great baby shower or birthday gift.

The Mommy and Me collection features one-of-a-kind pieces and makes wonderful gifts for "Daddy's Girls." Both are made from the same fabric and coordinated with appropriate shoes. The company loves doing custom work and is happy to work with any décor. The "handcrafted, one-of-a-kind, whimsical footstools ... are finished with REAL shoes and socks," Owner and Designer Nancy L. Brown told TDmonthly. This product was named a 2004 Best New Product at the New England Products and Trade Show. Launch date: October 2008.

This classic Cow Rocker is crafted from durable hardwood and a beautiful fine silk screen finish. A comfy seat with a cloth safety strap and sturdy handlebar. 32" long x 13" wide x 20" high Assembly required Adult supervision advised

Designed to blend in with natural home decor, this comfy swing rocks both side to side and front to back, featuring soft fabrics, gentle music and  attractive toys on the mobile overhead. The removable seat has wood handles and can be carried from room to room. It also boasts a machine-washable seat pad, plus a pillow and blankets attached. It uses 4 D batteries or can be plugged in.

The dorm-style beanbag is feather-light and filled with expanded polystyrene beads. It's covered in the hottest fashion trend colors and materials. Personalization is available. The beanbag offers "totally versatile kids' seating that looks good and is superbly comfortable," SVP Lonnie Scheps of Hudson Industries told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 2008.

Ideal for creating a full room for toddlers, this set includes easy-to-assemble pieces that form a bed with a sturdy steel frame and removable bedrails, a toy organizer and table and chairs. It is recommended for children ages 18 months to 5 years. The weight limit is 50 lbs. The toy organizer includes nine storage bins and is easy to clean. The table and chairs set is made of wood and MDF.

Create-a-Dream's mix-and-match bedding packages let moms and dads design a custom sleep environment for their little ones. The "Joey" pattern features a cute little boy who can be found on crib bumpers, comforters and shams. There are also designs just for girls, plus geometric shapes in a variety of colors to let parents get creative. All bedding is 100% cotton percale.

This wall-mount coat locker, with side-mounted double-coat hooks, is available in eight Rainbow Accents colors. Each of the 10 cubbie holes measures 8.75" D x 14" W x 6.75" H. It is available with trays (MSRP shown) or without ($371.30). The product features KYDZSafe edges and KYDZStrong construction. It is also available in Birch and Sproutz designs.