TDmonthly's Toy Fair 2007 Preview
Category: Kits

Easy Daysies Magnetic Daisy Fold & Go by EASY DAYSIES

The Daisy Fold & Go goes with any Easy Daysies Magnetic Kit. It is a magnetic board that kids can take anywhere. Grandparents and babysitters can easily know a child's daily routine. It can be personalized with a dry erase marker. Users can place magnets down the middle or use the "To Do" and "Done" columns for a reward system. The back stores unused magnets. 12/11/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Space Age Crystal Growing Kit: Rose Quartz Cluster by KRISTAL EDUCATIONAL INC.

This kit includes chemicals needed to grow a Rose Quartz crystal cluster of up to 4" in diameter. It comes with the Space Age Crystal Growing chemical, a stirring rod, a display pedestal and instructions. Within just a few hours of transferring the chemical to hot water, pouring the mixture into the vessel and letting it cool, crystals will begin to form and then continue growing for many days. 12/2/2009 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Secrets of the Master Spy by BARRON'S EDUCATIONAL SERIES

This spy kit in a book-shaped box includes spy glasses, a decoder, ID cards, a listening device and more items a kid will need to be a double agent whose job it is to track down some top-secret files. 12/2/2009 (Price: $19.99)

Magnificent Manicure Kit by SCIENTIFIC EXPLORER

Designed to teach girls about cosmetic chemistry, this kit includes ingredients to make custom scents and indulge in a crystal mud treatment and a sea salt scrub. Girls can also buff and shine their nails for a finished look.
— Two of 40 retailers cited Scientific Explorer as a best-selling educational brand in fall 2009. The Curiosity Zone in Ashburn, Va., sells dozens of Scientific Explorer kits per month, Owner Mary Porter told TDmonthly. 11/24/2009

Jacquard Products Screen Printing Kit by JACQUARD PRODUCTS

This easy-to-use kit allows anyone to create professional-quality screen prints on paper, fabric, vinyl, plastic, leather and more. High-quality inks stay fresh on the screen for effortless multiple applications. Well-suited for production runs, these durable inks hold up to washing and dry cleaning on natural and synthetic fabrics and are water-soluble for easy clean up. ( Watch Video) 9/24/2009 (Price: $69.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Jacquard Products Indigo Dye Kit by JACQUARD PRODUCTS

This complete, easy-to-use kit, demystifies the ancient art of indigo dyeing.  Indigo is a natural, plant-based dye traditionally used to create resist patterns on fabric by many cultures around the world. Today it continues to be popular for dyeing denim. The kit dyes more than 15 yards (5 lbs.) of fabric or 15 t-shirts. The reusable dye bath lasts for several weeks. 9/24/2009 (Price: $11.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Canvas Book Kit by ARTTERRO

Illustrate an original book by combining gorgeous batik fabrics and fun ribbon, plus artist-quality paint and beads. With simple tips and lots of examples for inspiration, paint your favorite poem or story,  sew pockets onto a padded baby book, glue found objects onto a personal art journal or create anything else you can imagine!  Two bonus projects in every kit! Turn the box into a mailbox, birdhouse or special treasure box. The inner tray is perfect for framing your art. Ages 8 and up. 9/22/2009 (Price: $29.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Needle Felting Kit by ARTTERRO

The perfect introduction to needle felting! Very satisfying and easy to do, simply poke colorful roving wool into the square canvas with a felting needle to paint four pictures of anything you can imagine! No glue or sewing required. Two bonus projects in every kit! Turn the box into a mailbox, birdhouse or special treasure box. The inner tray is perfect for framing your art. Ages 8 and up.

 9/22/2009 (Price: $22.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Collage Jewelry Kit by ARTTERRO

Embellish wooden pendants, beads and a bangle to create 6 gorgeous jewelry pieces. Decoupage is fun and easy! With simple tips and lots of examples for inspiration, simply cut and glue pieces of fancy tissue paper onto wooden elements. Finish with glaze and adorn with glass beads. Proudly wear your own fashions! Two bonus projects in every kit! Turn the box into a mailbox, birdhouse or special treasure box. The inner tray is perfect for framing your art. Ages 8 and up. 9/22/2009 (Price: $29.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Collage Decoration Kit by ARTTERRO

Decoupage is back! Cut and glue pieces of beautiful tissue paper to decorate 5 fun shapes for any occasion. Glaze and embellish with ribbon. Construct a mobile, fill a bowl for a centerpiece, decorate a gift or holiday tree! A terrific family project. 9/22/2009 (Price: $27.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Magic School Bus Series – Going Green by THE YOUNG SCIENTISTS CLUB

In this kit built around eco-friendly activities, kids get to shrink plastic, make a compost tube, make paper, decompose food, learn about reducing, reusing and recycling, and more.
— Jeanette Lauture, owner of Aunt Jean’s Toys & Treats in Montclair, N.J., told TDmonthly in August 2009 that her store sold 36 of the Magic School Bus series kits in one month. 9/8/2009 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Lauri® Early Learning Center™ Colors and Shapes by PATCH PRODUCTS INC.

This kit challenges kids in a fun and colorful format by teaching them to identify shapes and colors by completing tasks, to recognize shapes and colors of objects in their environment, and to develop grouping and classifying skills through game play. It's all packaged in a storage box. Launch date: 2009. 8/19/2009 (Price: $30.00)

Design Your Own Dog Leash by BOWWOWMEOW

Each kit comes with an undecorated leash and a set of permanent fabric markers for drawing patterns, designs and doodles. Kids can write their pet's name, their phone number, or anything else as they create a leash for special occasions, outings and walks. The leash measures 4' L x 5/8" W and is constructed of sturdy webbing and metal hardware. Launch date: August 2009. 8/19/2009 (Price: $15.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ball Wizard by Nowstalgic Toys, Inc.

Kids can make their own bouncy balls with this kit that includes 25 packets of ball-making powder, 10 molds and instructions for creating the colorful balls. All it requires is pouring the powder into a mold, dipping it in water, and then waiting four minutes for the finished product. 7/20/2009 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bookmaking Kit by ARTTERRO

Sew beautiful paper together with decorative beads and thread to make handmade books to fill with memories, poems, stories and artwork. With easy to follow tips and lots of examples for inspiration, craft 4 fabulous books, plus cards, bookmarks and even origami ornaments! Two bonus projects in every kit! Turn the box into a mailbox, birdhouse or special treasure box. The inner tray is perfect for framing your art. Ages 8 and up. ( Watch Video) 7/9/2009 (Price: $22.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Art Dolls Kit by ARTTERRO

Fun friends to design, dress and treasure forever. With simple tips and lots of examples for inspiration, cut, sew and glue four unique dolls and turn them into bookmarks, room decorations, gift tags or even pins to wear. Two bonus projects in every kit! Turn the box into a mailbox, birdhouse or special treasure box. The inner tray is perfect for framing your art. Ages 8 and up. 7/9/2009 (Price: $22.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wire and Bead Art Kit by ARTTERRO

Copper wire is fun & flexible! Twist into all kinds of shapes and adorn with beads and marbles. With easy to follow tips and lots of examples for inspiration, make amazing creatures, fancy jewelry, flowers, mobiles or even fashion a royal crown! Two bonus projects in every kit! Turn the box into a mailbox, birdhouse or special treasure box. The inner tray is perfect for framing your art. Ages 8 and up 7/9/2009 (Price: $22.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Turtle Needle Felting Kit by WOOLPETS

With a generous amount of wool roving and step-by-step color photographs, this kit is designed to help one learn the art of sculptural needle felting. Also included are two new felting needles and a wooden skewer packaged in a take-out container. All one needs is a foam pad and a sense of adventure. Launch date: 2007. 7/7/2009 (Price: $16.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sheep Needle Felting Kit by WOOLPETS

Individuals can learn the art of sculptural needle felting with this intermediate kit by Woolpets. This kit is designed for those with some experience needle felting, but adventuresome craft folks won't have difficulty. A generous amount of wool roving and step-by-step color photographs are provided to make it simple to create an adorable sheep. Also included are two new felting needles and a wooden skewer packaged in an attractive take-out container. All one needs is a foam pad and a sense of adventure. Launch date: 2007. 7/7/2009 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Penguin Needle Felting Kit by WOOLPETS

Individuals can learn the art of sculptural needle felting with this kit by Woolpets. A generous amount of wool roving and instructional photos are provided to make it simple to create a family of penguins. Also included are two new felting needles and a wooden skewer packaged in an attractive take out container. All one needs is a foam pad and a sense of adventure. "Lots of step-by-step photographs and very clear instructions ensure success for beginners," Kevin Sharp, owner of Woolpets, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2007. ( Watch Video) 7/7/2009 (Price: $16.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Moonjar's Family Kit (financial literacy for the family) by MOONJAR

This kit is designed to help parents teach kids about money — specifically saving, spending and sharing. It comes with a lesson plan, a book about how people approach money differently, a game to encourage money talk, and a Moonjar Moneybox to promote goal setting and budgeting. "This kit is designed to break open the money conversation at home and to help parents find staightforward, fun and meaningful ways to help the children sustain smart saving, spending and sharing for a lifetime," Mary Ryan Karges, vice president of Moonjar LLC, told TDmonthly. This product has received the following awards: 2009 Creative Child Seal of Excellence, Oppenheim Best Toy, Teachers Choice Award, IP award, and Global Learning Initiative award. Launch date: June 12, 2009. 7/7/2009 (Price: $50.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

My Mug by Creations by You, Inc.

Have your child’s artwork placed onto a 12-ounce plastic mug! This is the only personalized mug perfectly suited for use by children because it is made of unbreakable plastic, not ceramic, and is dishwasher safe. Any art materials can be used to make a drawing that wraps around the mug, or a square drawing for the front and back. Or just find a favorite photo we will size to fit. You can even include your name or a special message to be typeset around the mug at no additional charge! Send the completed Art Pages in the postage paid envelope provided, or use digital photos and our online drawing tools to make your mug using the Internet. 7/1/2009 (Price: $10.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wild Science™ Ant-O-Sphere Starter Pod by INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC

Built in 3-D, the collectible, space-age ant colony modules and connecting tubes are made in daylight and night colors for a cool look. Each sphere features three lenses to easily observe the ants: one clear, one that magnifies and one fisheye. "The Wild Science kits are constructed of the highest quality materials and designed for extended play use. Each individual kit can be designed, customized and modified to an individual child’s liking," Vickie Cullen, PR account executive for International Playthings, told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 2009. 6/29/2009 (Price: $14.99)

Wild Science™ Ant Mine by INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC

Using the included molds and plaster of Paris, kids create their own reproduction of a complex leafcutter ant colony and rivet the special window to the casting for observation. Children can watch their ants as they organize the many intricate tunnels and chambers for different purposes, and take food and water around the colony. Launch date: June 2009. 6/29/2009 (Price: $19.99)

Wild Science™ Worm Farm by INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC

With the Worm Farm, kids can discover the abilities of worms and their importance in the ecosystem through a series of safe and humane experiences using real worms. This kit features a high-quality, large-volume worm colony that allows children to plant seeds and grow vegetation in soil strata that is separated by colored sand horizons — great for tracking worm activity. The farm also contains removable privacy screens to bring worm tunnels into closer view. "The Wild Science kits are constructed of the highest quality materials and designed for extended play use. Each individual kit can be designed, customized and modified to an individual child’s liking. In addition, all of the kits within the system are designed to be interconnected, providing kids and creatures with endless possibilities to explore, learn and grow," Vickie Cullen, PR account executive for International Playthings, told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 2009. 6/29/2009 (Price: $19.99)