TDmonthly's Toy Fair 2007 Preview
Category: Tween

Bandit-O's Glow-in-the-Dark Stretch Bands by FASHION ANGELS

Not only are these stretchy rubber bands are shaped like anything, from adorable animals and pretty butterflies, to fashionable shoes, clothes and rock star shapes, but they also glow in the dark. Tweens can stretch them, wear them, trade them, and collect them all. 6/7/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Butterflies 3-D Watches by SOLO TIME

These 3-D watches come in assorted 12-sets of themed styles. ( Watch Video) 6/7/2010 (Price: $10.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pirate Slingshot by THE RUFFIN FLAG COMPANY

From Ruffin Flag Company, these wooden painted slingshots come in several varieties, including a wolf, eagle and pirate.
— These slingshots were top sellers at Key West Toy Factory in Key West, Fla., in the late spring 2010, reported Manager Katie Harris. “These are the perfect gifts,” she told TDmonthly. “Pirates are loved here, and the unique wooden painted shot is fun for kids! Marshmallows make it safe at home, too.” 5/27/2010 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Snifty Holiday Scented Pens by INTERNATIONAL ARRIVALS

Snifty Holiday pens are designed to be the perfect stocking stuffer. Available to retailers in a holiday display box of 50, these pens fill the air with the scents of candy cane, gingerbread, spiced apple and sugar cookie. "The scent is embedded in the tip and the grip to create a yummy aroma," International Arrivals Sales and Marketing Liason Kate Fuller told TDmonthly. 5/25/2010 (Price: $1.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mood Butterfly Best Friends Necklace by COOL JEWELS WHOLESALE FASHION JEWELRY

The Mood Butterfly Best Friends Necklace is split into two butterfly pendants. One says "best" and the other "friends." Each set of pendants hang from an 18" ball chain. These pendants are made with mood material, which change colors when worn or touched. 5/17/2010 (Price: $7.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Lock and Key Necklace by COOL JEWELS WHOLESALE FASHION JEWELRY

This necklace features a key with green, purple, blue and pink rhinestones hanging alongside a matching heart-shaped rhinestone lock. Each key hangs on a silver snake chain. 5/17/2010 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Shains Popsicles! by SHAINSWARE

These popsicle-colored bracelets come in glittery and translucent shades, including Lime, Cherry, Grape and Blue Hawaiian. As with other bracelets by Shainsware, kids can change out the elements (letters, symbols, etc.) to personalize the band.
— In a September 2010 survey, nine percent of 44 retailers named Shainsware a best-selling jewelry brand. “I did really well with their Popsicles,” Martha Burrows of Timeless Toys in Chicago, Ill., told TDmonthly. “They just hit that market between make-your-own and a quick fix.”
— In an October 2011 survey, Katie Rook, manager of Be Beep Toys in Columbia, S.C., told TDmonthly that Shains bracelets are her best selling jewelry. 5/14/2010 (Price: $3.50) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Faith Bands – Shaped Rubber Bands by SWANSON CHRISTIAN PRODUCTS

Swanson Christian Products offers more than 20 different design assortments of shaped rubber bands, with wholesale pricing as low as 60 cents per package depending on purchase quantities. The bands are formed in various shapes and colors including glow-in-dark and scented styles. They can be used as regular rubber bands, or collected and traded. They are designed to return to their original shape. ( Watch Video) 5/12/2010 (Price: $2.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Magical Animated Butterfly by CAN YOU IMAGINE

Watch in amazement as The Magical Animated Butterfly comes to life with the flick of a switch. Not only will you be amazed by the butterfly’s animated wings but you will be mesmerized by the optical effect that the built-in black lights create when the lights in your room are off. Wings available in 4 black light responsive colors: Blue, Orange, Green and Pink 4/19/2010 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Eco-friendly Stainless Steel Drinking Bottles by I.D. GEAR INC.

Free of BPA and phthalates, these stainless steel drinking bottles features colorful, attached caps, clips for attaching to a bag, and a wrap-grip personalized for the child. Designs in more than 100 names are available. 4/15/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Stick-Up Butterfly Kit - Quick Sticker Project by PEACEABLE KINGDOM

This solo project includes everything a girl needs to create six butterflies. It comes with six paper butterflies, 184 glitter stickers, removable, non-staining adhesive for attaching butterflies to any surface, and instructions for five projects. Awards: Parent's Choice Award 2010 4/12/2010 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fuzzy Nation - Pug Floral Wristlet by MANHATTAN TOY

This pug-shaped coin purse is dressed in black floral silk and features a leatherette strap and the Fuzzy Nation bone-cross zipper pull. ( Watch Video) 4/12/2010 (Price: $18.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

bink'd™ Temporary Tattoo Earrings by CARA LLC

The bink'd collection of temporary tattoo earrings can be applied quickly and easily with water, in as little as 15 seconds. The tattoos are made in the USA with FDA-approved, vegetable-based inks and adhesive. When applied correctly to ears, bink'd tattoos are designed to last five or more days. Multiple designs are available. 4/9/2010 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Air Hogs RC Switchblade by SPIN MASTER TOYS

This transforming stunt flyer lifts off like a UFO but changes in the air to fly like a jet, for a two-in-one effect. The Switchblade features durable polyfoam construction and includes a controller/charger, a lunch base and an instruction manual. The flight range is 300' and it requires eight AA batteries. 4/6/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Squishable T-Rex by SQUISHABLE.COM INC.

This particular T-Rex is more adorable than it is scary. Squishables makes giant, round, fuzzy stuff animals. Aaron Glazer of Squishable.com, Inc, told TDmonthly that the T-Rex "wants only to cuddle and maybe nibble on your nose." Launch date: December 2009. ( Watch Video) 4/2/2010 (Price: $39.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Girls From Around the World by MGA ENTERTAINMENT

MGA's collectible fashion doll line features 18" multiethnic dolls from around the world in regional attire. Launch date: 2010. ( Watch Video) 3/30/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fuzzy Nation - Chihuahua Plaidberry Wristlet by MANHATTAN TOY

At 5" long, this plaid puppy is a convenient wristlet, too, with a pocket sized to hold some lipstick and change. It has a leatherette strap and comes in a sturdy gift box. ( Watch Video) 3/25/2010 (Price: $17.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fuzzy Nation - Boston-in-Boots Elvis Teapup Purse by MANHATTAN TOY

This stylin' Boston Terrier is a limited-edition handbag. Elvis is decked out in a fringed boots and a single-breasted blazer. He has a removable leatherette strap, a zippered pouch on his back for storing a cell phone, money and perhaps a bit of makeup, and comes in a sturdy gift box with a paw-shaped "breathing hole." ( Watch Video) 3/24/2010 (Price: $49.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pottery Wheel by BSW TOY INC.

Children can use a real, kid-sized motorized pottery wheel to shape clay creations. It includes a foot pedal for speed control, six colors of paint, two lbs. of clay, cutting/sculpting tools and complete instructions on how to throw and mold bowls and vases. The compact dimensions of the electrically operated wheel let kids use it anywhere they like, and it runs on batteries if a plug isn’t handy. An AC adapter is included, or it uses 8 C batteries (not included). "This pottery wheel has the most powerful motor in the market," Andrew Tober, Director of Creative Development, BSW Toy Inc., told TDmonthly. 3/15/2010 (Price: $59.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Vintage Sports Nursery, Twin and Full Bedding Collection by WHISTLE AND WINK

The Vintage Sports collection features handcrafted striped quilting and embroideries colored to reflect a sports time past. Many accessory options can be used with this classic design. Launch date: November 25, 2009. 3/15/2010 (Price: $299.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fairyland Nursery, Twin and Full Collection by WHISTLE AND WINK

This custom-designed girls collection is inspired by the mystic and wonder of flower fairies and their secret gardens. It features a quilt with intricate and delicate embroidery details of butterflies, snails and flower fairy friends. Touches of lurex thread shimmer across the front of the white, pink and green cotton sateen, reversing to an option of our fairyland dot. It is 240 thread count and machine washable. Launch date: November 25, 2009. 3/15/2010 (Price: $299) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

How To Become an Entrepreneurial Kid, 4-book series by THE FIRST MOMS CLUB PRESS

The concept of this series is to promote financial literacy and entrepreneurial skills and attitudes for readers of many ages in a time when economic realities demand a new kind of savvy skill set. It's designed for both kids and adults. "The simplicity of the work book takes the fear factor out of starting a business," Dianne Linderman, CEO, The First Moms Club Press, told TDmonthly. Launch date: May 2010. 3/15/2010 (Price: $8.95)

Sole Skate™ - Red by RAZOR

This shoe-sized skate simplifies the skateboard concept for on-the-go ease. It features three 64mm urethane wheels, a Grip tec system, weighs 2.5 lbs, and holds riders up to 220 lbs. It can attach to backpacks (clip not included) and comes in red, blue and white. 3/12/2010 (Price: $49.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Project Runway Light Box Fashion Design Set by FASHION ANGELS

Girls use the light box with the fashion films and sketch sheets to start drawing some of the 100+ clothing and accessory combinations. They can use the design guide for inspiration to find theiir inner diva and start sketching their own designer wardrobe. "This light box sketch kit is a huge draw for any girl. They can start their sketches out on the right path by tracing the outlines of the clothing. Plus, the design guide in this kit is amazing — it has easy to follow instructions, ideas, and tips on how to make their designs look like a professional drew them," Sarah Koth, PR Manager, Fashion Angels Enterprises, told TDmonthly. Launch date: April 2010. ( Watch Video) 3/10/2010 (Price: $31.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fuzzy Nation - Frenchie Geisha Wristlet by MANHATTAN TOY

This high-fashion pooch doubles as a cute coin purse, decked out in rose-embossed, silk-like fabric. The small zippered compartment is designed to hold a bit of makeup and cash, and opens with the bone-cross zipper pull. The Frenchie wristlet measures about 5" long. ( Watch Video) 3/3/2010 (Price: $17.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]