TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Collectibles Product Category

Wild Safari® Dinosaurs & Prehistoric Life Dracorex by SAFARI LTD.®

Safari Ltd® flies into the world of Harry Potter with this detailed sculpt of the plant-eating dinosaur who’s name means the “dragon king of Hogwarts”. Hand painted figure measures 7.75”L x 3”H. Appropriate for ages 3+. Educational information in five languages is available. All products are 100% guaranteed and phthalate and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Launch date: 2012. 1/13/2012 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Good Luck Minis® Flamingos by SAFARI LTD.®

Our carefully sculpted Good Luck Minis® share all the rich detail and realism of the regular sized collections. The whimsical, soft to the touch treasures are a delight to play with. Measuring approximately one tiny inch, these non-toxic, intricately hand-painted Flamingos are suitable for ages 5+. Acetate bin contains 192 pieces. All products are 100% guaranteed. Launch date: 2012. 1/13/2012 (Price: $97.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

American Revolutionary War British Army TOOBS® by SAFARI LTD.®

Relive the American Revolutionary War with these hand-painted, action packed and historically accurate representations. The British Army figures include a Flag-bearer, Bugler, Fifer, General Cornwallis and two Musketeers. Figures range in size from 1” to 3” and are suitable for ages 3+. Educational information in five languages is available. All products are 100% guaranteed and phthalate and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Launch date: February 2012. 1/13/2012 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

American Revolutionary War Continental Army TOOBS® by SAFARI LTD.®

Relive the American Revolutionary War with these hand-painted, action packed and historically accurate representations. The Continental Army figures include a Flag-bearer, Drummer, Fifer, General Washington and two Musketeers. Figures range in size from 1” to 3” and are suitable for ages 3+. Educational information in five languages is available. All products are 100% guaranteed and phthalate and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Launch date: February 2012. 1/13/2012 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Shains BFF Kit by SHAINSWARE

Kits include two Shains matching bracelets packaged with 100 multi-colored elements comprised of 75 letters, ten numbers and 15 icons. Matching bracelet colors can be specified, or can be mixed using any two of Shains’ 25 colors. 1/12/2012 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Howly Owls by PIGGY WIGGIES

The brightly colored big eyed patriarchs, Mr 'n' Mrs Owl, are large and soft. Their five lively children come as keychains and can be carried around or used as cute, small decorations. Launch date: January 2012. 1/4/2012 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Zoobles Mama and Babies + Happitat - Kangaroo by SPIN MASTER TOYS

Meet Mama and her Baby Zoobling. Mama is bigger than most other Zoobles and can hold her baby right inside her belly. Their shared Happitat comes with a hot spot for mom and a bassinet for baby to rest and play when not safely in her Mama’s belly Together they’re always having adventures and looking out for one another. With a Mama and Baby Zoobling the whole family springs to life. 1/3/2012 (Price: $11.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

LEGO Friends Emma's Design Studio 3936 by LEGO

Emma is dreaming up her next fancy fashion design. Help her to make new stylish designs for all of the Lego Friends. Use her laptop for inspiration and design table with color samples to create fun fashions. She can take photos of her work with the camera. Crank up the tunes with her mp3 player while she creates. Emma has everything she needs to create trendy new dresses and the coolest clothes for all of her friends to wear. Includes Emma mini-doll figure. Accessories include sandwich, cup, ruler, inspiration board and flowers. Features chest of drawers, design table with ruler, desk, laptop, camera, and mp3 player. 1/3/2012 (Price: $9.99)

Nanoblock - Himeji Castle by OHIO ART CO.

Himeji Castle is a hilltop Japanese castle complex located in Himeji in Hyogo Prefecture. It is regarded as the finest surviving example of 17th century Japanese castle architecture.  It comprises a network of 83 buildings with advanced defensive systems from the feudal period. The castle is frequently known as Hakurojo ("White Egret Castle") or Shirasagijo  ("White Heron Castle") because of its brilliant white exterior and supposed resemblance to a bird taking flight. More than 2,000 pieces. 1/3/2012 (Price: $149.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sonic 3 inch Action Figure Superpack by JAZWARES INC.

These highly detailed 3-Inch figures have over 12 points of articulation and capture all the signature characteristics of all three characters. The Super Pack also comes complete with 7 Chaos Emeralds.
— As of 12/30/2011 this product had 4.2 out of 5 stars from 37 reviews on ToysRUs.com. Pros: Unique; detailed; comes with seven emerald accessories. Cons: Not durable (better as a collectible than a playable toy). 12/30/2011 (Price: $17.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Strawberry Shortcake Berry Best Collection Doll Set by HASBRO INC.

This set comes with Strawberry Shortcake, Blueberry Muffin, Lemon Meringue, Orange Blossom and Plum Pudding, each with her very own pair of shoes and leggings. With five dolls, five pairs of shoes, five dresses and five pairs of leggings, kids can mix and match outfits to suit their sense of style.
— As of 12/30/2011 this product had 4.4 out of 5 stars from 14 reviews on ToysRUs.com. 12/30/2011 (Price: $49.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Uglydoll UglyBuddies by PRETTY UGLY LLC

These large plush Uglydolls have a mini Uglydoll in their pouch. Launch date: May 2012.
— Shana Hack, owner of Moon Rabbit Toys in Santa Fe, N.M., told TDmonthly in a Summer 2012 survey that they sell a couple dozen Ugly Dolls each month, though sales have slowed slightly.
— Bill Sartain, owner of Tutoring Toy in Salt Lake City, Utah, told TDmonthly in a Fall 2012 survey that Ugly Dolls are one of their best selling tween products. 12/29/2011 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Looking Glass by BRAINSTORMPRODUCTS LLC

Looking Glass is a highly detailed line of miniature glass figures. Each figure is made from 100% colored glass and they have no paint or tampo printing, so they will never fade. Within our twelve collections there are over 290 different styles to choose from. Launch date: March 2011. 12/29/2011 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

PIPEROID - Lift & Pinch by MAGNOTE

Piperoid is a paper craft robot designed and produced in Japan. The robot is made out of just paper pipes with pre-drilled holes and marks to cut, fold, and connect the pipes without the need of glue or tape. All kids need is a pair of scissors, and with minimal assembly they can bring their own Piperoid to life. Launch date: April 2009. 12/12/2011 (Price: $15.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Space Adventures (GIGO Blocks) by MAGNOTE

Space Adventure series is an extension of Cube Figures where each of the three packages (episodes) include two Cube Figures along with over 90 blocks to create two space crafts for them to go in and fight the evil. In addition, the package contains a Manga (Japanese-style comic book) which outlines the background stories of the characters and links the three episodes. The instruction booklet included details the steps needed to build not only the two space crafts but also the mega robot which can be assembled by collecting all three packages. Launch date: October 2012. 12/9/2011 (Price: $29.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Camille in the Snow by COROLLE DOLLS

Les Chéries' Camille loves fashion, just like the young girls of today. And when it is cold outside, she loves to dress for the weather in style. 13 inches tall. All-vinyl body. Blue sleeping eyes. 12/8/2011 (Price: $44.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Calin Laughing Flowers by COROLLE DOLLS

Thanks to its cuddly soft, beanbag body, Calin Laughing Flowers can be posed just like a real baby.
Calin baby dolls can wear any fashion from the Mon Premier collection. Corolle also offers a wide selection of nursery accessories specially sized for Calin babies. 12 inches tall. Brown sleeping eyes. 12/8/2011 (Price: $34.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Cube Figures (GIGO Blocks) by MAGNOTE

Cube Figures is a block figurine kit and comes in 16 pre-designed styles. Each components such as legs, hands and nose come apart, and the real fun begins when one starts to create their original characters by mix and matching components. The package also comes with a sticker sheet to dress up the characters, as well as a key chain strap. Launch date: October 2012. 12/8/2011 (Price: $5.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Click Flops by MOGO DESIGNS, INC.

MOGO Charms get clicked onto these Click Flops (the same charms that fit on MOGO Charmbands). Each pair of Click Flops is sold with 2 Bling Charms and come with a decorate gift bag to make an instant gift. 12/1/2011 (Price: $20.00)

Cotton Candy Cutesies by PLAYDIN

Cotton Candy Cutesies are truly sweet plush characters with wispy hair that looks just like cotton candy. Each scrumptious Cutesie has a distinct personality based on their flavor - from rainbow cookie and orange cream soda to bubblegum and hot cinnamon. 11/16/2011 (Price: $13.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Zip-Itz Miniz by PLAYDIN

Zip-Itz are magical and mischievous plush creatures that came to life after a mysterious machinery malfunction at the Zany Zipper Factory. Instead of zippered rain boots, purses, wallets and more, the machines spewed out colorful Zip-Itz instead. While no one is quite sure how they came to be, one thing is for certain - they make the very best pals. Adorned with rainbow-teeth zippers that open to reveal secret pockets, Zip-Itz are perfect for hiding all kinds of treasures. Each creature has a unique personality. The line includes 12 Zip-Itz Miniz and 6 Zip-Itz. Launch date: 2012. 11/16/2011 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Zip-Itz by PLAYDIN

Zip-Itz are magical and mischievous plush creatures that came to life after a mysterious factory machinery malfunction at the Zany Zipper Factory. Instead of zippered rain boots, purses, wallets and more, the machines spewed out colorful Zip-Itz instead. While no one is quite sure how they came to be, one thing is for certain - they make the very best pals. Adorned with rainbow-teeth zippers that open to reveal secret pockets, Zip-Itz are perfect for hiding all kinds of treasures. Each creature has a unique personality, fabric pattern, design and story based on what they were intended to become at the factory. The line includes six Zip-Itz characters. Launch date: 2012. 11/16/2011 (Price: $16.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

3D Lenticular Images of Professional Athletes by CREATIVE 3D, LLC

These 3D images are of professional athletes from the National Basketball Association (NBA)and Major League Baseball (MLB), as well as cars from NASCAR. They come in 8" x 10" and 11.625" x 13.625" sizes and have an attached easel for standing. "They are 3 dimensional and are the only such product on the market that is licensed by the NBA, MLB, and NASCAR," David P. Bagliebter, CEO of Creative 3D, LLC, told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 2010. 11/8/2011 (Price: $9.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Gund 2011 Amazon Exclusive Limited Edition Custom Bear by GUND INC.

Annual plush bear for Amazon from Gund. Limited edition-2011 only. Soft and huggable. For children of all ages. 11/7/2011 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Uglydoll Wind Up 3 Piece Gift Set #4 by PRETTY UGLY LLC

This set includes 1 piece of Babo, Ox, and Ice-Bat. Each with their own unique function. Babo does a back flip. Ox walks and spins his money. Ice-Bat hops. 11/7/2011 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]