TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Balloons Product Category

Balloon Blast™ by ALDO LLC

Balloon Blast® is a new toy that makes you enjoy flying your balloon high in the sky. It is fun and open to many different activities both indoor and outdoors! Makes any balloon an instant kite. Now it also includes a MICRO - KITE !! AVAILABLE IN RED AND GREEN ! 1/18/2013 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Balloon Helicopter by TOYSMITH

Classic Whistle Balloon Helicopter. Inflate the balloon and attach it to the propeller. It whistles while it flies. Each propeller comes with two balloons. 11/4/2011 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Party Pumper by PUMPONATOR INC.

The Party Pumper comes filled with assorted balloons, including the magic twisty animal balloons. Use the pump to fill the balloons with water or air. Eliminates the mess of traditional water balloons that have to be filled up at the sink or outside using the garden hose. Even young children can easily fill their own balloons. Available in Purple or Red.
— As of 05/18/2011 this product had 4.4 out of 5 stars from 13 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: Easy for kids to use; kids like filling the balloons with air as well as water; eliminates the mess created by using the sink or hose to fill balloons. Cons: Two customers received defective product. ( Watch Video) 3/7/2011 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Air Swimmers Flying Fish - Clownfish by WILLIAM MARK CORP

These helium-filled clownfish balloons are remote controlled to "swim" through the air. The infrared remote functions include climb, descend, and tail fin control. Up to a 40 ft range. 57 inches long, 36 inches high. Launch date: 2011.
— As of 10/14/2011 this product had 3.3 out of 5 stars from 16 reviews on ToysRUs.com. Pros: Entertaining. Cons: Flimsy; hard to balance; does not work well in areas with AC, fans, or open doors or windows. ( Watch Video) 2/22/2011 (Price: $41.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Easy Fill & Tie Fun Pack by SPLASH PARTY INC.

Easy Fill & Tie features a way to fill and tie water balloons easily, quickly and finger friendly. This kid-friendly device can screws onto an outdoor tap to enable everyone to make water balloons. Using Easy Fill & Tie, one can tie water balloons with just two fingers.
Awards: 2010 INPEX Silver Medal awards in Toy/Games, Sports, Gadgets, and Lawn/Garden categories. 12/7/2010 (Price: $8.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Party Roulette™ Game by CAN YOU IMAGINE

The rules of  The Party Roulette™ Game are simple! Pass the Party Roulette™ Revolver (with a balloon in place) to a friend. Your friend cocks the hammer & then pulls the trigger (hoping they can take their sho without popping the balloon). If the balloon doesn't pop, the Party Roulette™ Revolver gets passed to the next person. The anticipation of the BIG BANG - if the balloon pops - is amazing! Watch your friends' faces as they wait to take their turn. What happens to the person who pops the balloon is entirely up to you - You create the rules! 4/19/2010 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Tie-Not by TIE-NOT INC.

Tie-Not is a patented tool and method made of recycled materials that helps kids and adults tie water balloons in seconds. Tie-Not is made in the USA. The tool is packaged with balloons and hose adapter. "There isn't currently a tool to tie water balloons in the marketplace. This is a chance to offer a new and innovative products to your customers," Laura Sikorcin, owner, Tie-Not Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2010. 3/10/2010 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pumponator Balloon Pumping Station by PUMPONATOR INC.

The Pumponator Balloon Pumping Station is designed to make filling balloons with water or air easily. The Pumponator Balloon Pumping Station is filled with 500 balloons and strings for tying. Just fill the container with water, pump, press and fill the balloon. Leave out the water for indoor balloon fun.
— Two of 43 specialty retailers named Pumponator as a top seller in late spring 2010. Four of 40 surveyed retailers claimed Pumponator as an overall top seller in June 2010.
— “I order 144 at a time (and am on my) fourth order since May,” Barbara Fineblum, owner of Barston’s Child’s Play in Baltimore, Md., told TDmonthly in early summer 2010.
— In a summer 2010 survey, seven of 38 toy and gift retailers named Pumponator an overall top seller. Terri Bracken, owner of Earth Explorer Toys in Zionsville, Ind., told TDmonthly in July 2010 that her store sold 120 Pumponator stations in less than two months. The same month, Kathy Burns, manager of My Favorite Toy Store in Downers Grove, Ill., called Pumponator "a neat, neat item, and very price-appropriate.”
— ''We sell about 500 per year at all 3 stores,'' Marc Holcomb, owner of owner of Toys & Co. in Greensboro, S.C., told TDmonthly in autumn 2010.
AWARDS: 2010 TDmonthly Top Seller ( Watch Video) 10/16/2009 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rocket Balloons With Pump by SCHYLLING

This bright set features 30 multi-colored balloons plus a pump.
— Randy Austin reported that Rocket Balloons were popular sellers during the summer of 2008 at her store, The Gifted Child, in Lenox, Mass.
— “Rocket Balloons were fabulous [last year] and we have people waiting for them now,” said Eric Masoncup, owner of Geppettos Toy Box in Oak Park, Ill., of his top-selling outdoor item during a March 2010 survey of best sellers.
— Two of 37 retailers named Rocket Balloons are a best-selling outdoor toy in spring 2010. 9/9/2008 (Price: $7.99)

Seaweed Tropical Fish, Double Bubble balloon, 24" by RAINBOW BALLOONS

24" Qualatex Double Bubbles have a non-oxidizing, virtually seamless clear plastic outer bubble, showcasing colorful balloon shapes inside—a unique and magical effect for any display! Qualatex® 3/14/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

High School Musical, Jumbo Sing-A-Tune® balloon, 28" by RAINBOW BALLOONS

Since it's debut in 2006 High School Musical  has become a pop culture phenomenon. Sing-A-Tune® balloons come to life with music, character voices and fun sound effects. With a single tap, Sing-A-Tune® balloons capture the hearts of all those who experience them! Astonishing sound quality! Guaranteed 50 plays. Inflate balloon and tap to play. M&D 3/14/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Hannah Montana Holographic balloon, 32" by RAINBOW BALLOONS

Hannah Montana has exploded to become the #1 cable show among the target 6-14 "tween-age" group. M&D 3/14/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Graduate, Jumbo Sing-A-Tune® balloon, 28" by RAINBOW BALLOONS

Sing-A-Tune® balloons come to life with music, character voices and fun sound effects. With a single tap, Sing-A-Tune® balloons capture the hearts of all those who experience them! Astonishing sound quality! Guaranteed 50 plays. Inflate balloon and tap to play. Anagram 3/14/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Be My Valentine Bear Balloon by RAINBOW BALLOONS

The Silverline collection is a collection of one-sided high quality balloon designs, sold at extremely low prices. The Silverline collection's extremely low price points make it the perfect group of designs to sell to those selected, deeply discounted retail markets. 2/19/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Irish Kisses Balloon by RAINBOW BALLOONS

Classic's ever popular Advantage Collection and Advantage 2 Collection are high styled, solidly designed, top quality array of two-sided balloons at a one-sided price. Advantage balloons have a message on one side and a coordinating design on the back. Advantage 2 balloons have designs on both sides. Several designs are packaged offering a high quality balloon in a bag at a very advantageous price. The Advantage Collection consists of two-sided balloons at a one-sided price and are available through Classic Balloon, Inc. Distributors. 2/19/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Baxter Birthday Balloon by RAINBOW BALLOONS

The heart warming characters of Suzy's Zoo have made Classic balloons sparkle for many years. It has been a long, delightful association and the entire population of Duckport, and the balloon makers at Classic, think it's time to celebrate. The complete collection of Suzy's Zoo designs, including holidays, has been gathered here for your convenience. 2/19/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Say & Play™ Recordable Sing-A-Tune® Balloons by RAINBOW BALLOONS

Record you own 10-second personalized message. To record, simply push the button in the tail of the balloon and tap balloon to play back. 2/19/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

18" Plastic Balloon - Round by MISTER BALLOON

This non-latex, non-allergenic balloon is sold flat. It is refillable, durable and easy to inflate with the use of a helium tank.  A heart-shaped version is also available. 8/17/2007 (Price: $1.49) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

18" Mylar Teardrop Balloon by MISTER BALLOON

This non-latex, non-allergenic balloon is sold flat. It is refillable, durable and easy to inflate with the use of a helium tank.  8/17/2007 (Price: $1.65) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Lissome Balls by 10 BALL INC.

Kids of all ages love to play with these soft, bouncy balls. While their foamy, squeezable surface makes them easy to grip for young children, these balls can also be inflated harder for adult play and therapeutic use.

The balls are blown up by mouth using a straw, making them easy to inflate and deflate for storage and travel. Made of durable, lightweight PVC plastic with a spongy nonslip surface, the balls are safe for both indoors and out.

Each ball is deflated and enclosed in a plastic bag for protection, and a cardboard tag is attached for wall display. Each package includes a straw for inflating and a plug. Items can be ordered in single and assorted colours.

Available in 8", 10", 12", 15" and 12" football. 4/3/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Tweety Birthday Balloon by BRODY'S BALLOONS

This 28" licensed singing balloon need only be tapped to hear Tweety sing "Happy Birthday." Other varieties of the mylar, helium balloon (gas not included) include Princess Birthday, Pooh Birthday and Elmo Birthday. 1/9/2006 (Price: $6.90) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Inflatable Beach Ball by MISTER BALLOON

Sold either as 5.5", 9" and 14 3/4" in diameter, this brightly-colord beach ball is easy to inflate for beach-time fun. Made of vinyl, this non-floating ball is just the thing for individuals with latex allergies. It is sold for less than a dollar. 1/9/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

18" Mylar Round by MISTER BALLOON

These non latex, non allergenic balloons are sold flat. They are durable and easy to inflate with the use of a helium tank. Mister Balloon will send free samples to all TDmonthly Magazine readers who request such. 1/9/2006 (Price: $1.49) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]