TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Dolls Product Category

Ty Girlz – Cute Candy by TY INC.

This 14” soft-sculpt doll is dressed in the latest trend-setting fashions that can be mixed and matched, and each Ty Girlz outfit comes with complementary accessories. The dolls have soft, realistic hair that can be easily combed and styled in numerous ways. Their clothes, hair and makeup are coordinated in monochromatic hues for a distinctive look, and the dolls are accompanied by a 3-D interactive virtual world. “Our patent-pending design, quality, price, fashions, detail and virtual Girlz world, set us apart from the rest,” Marketing Manager Dana Scott-Turkovich for Ty Inc. told TDmonthly. Launch date: July 2007. 8/9/2007 (Price: $12.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

25" Twirly Girly Large Doll by GUND INC.

Girls will be tickled pink at the newest collection from GUNDKids®, the Twirly Girly™ collection is filled with whimsical, ballerina-inspired keepsakes perfect for tiny dancers. Twirly Girly Doll is a soft, snuggly friend sure to win over little hearts. Available in three styles, the golden-haired doll is outfitted in a pink body suit, tutu and ballet slippers. The 25" Twirly Girly Large Doll has a pocket-skirted tutu embroidered with the words "dream," "dance," and "twirl."
— "Gund dancing dolls called Twirly Girls by Gunn," said Betsy Justings, owner of Betsy's On Ross in Auburn, Ala., when asked by TDmonthly about top-selling gift items for girls in her store. 8/7/2007 (Price: $27.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Nana Star Doll by ee publishing & productions, llc

The world of Nana Star brought to huggable, snuggable, lovable life! Crafted with love and extra-special attention to details that Little Twinkles will appreciate, the sweet and oh-so-very-pretty Nana Star doll is just right for playtime, storytime, or bedtime. She even comes with a baby star for Twinkles to care for! ( Watch Video) 8/7/2007 (Price: $21.99)

Draco Malfoy at Hogwarts by TONNER DOLL COMPANY

Draco Malfoy joins Tonner’s Harry Potter collection. A wigged figure with a hand-painted face, Draco features a custom-knit sweater and flannel pants and a Hogwarts robe with the Slytherin crest decal, and comes with a wand and custom stand. Owner Robert Tonner of Tonner Doll told TDmonthly that the popularity of the Harry Potter line “hasn’t slowed down in the last two or three years.” Launch date: 2007. 8/2/2007 (Price: $129.99)

Sparkle and Twirl Mermaid Dora by FISHER-PRICE INC.

Based on the episode “Dora Saves the Mermaids,” Dora transforms into Magical Mermaid Dora when she’s placed into her shell base. When her transformation is complete (including tail), she plays her very own mermaid song and dances. The shell works with other dolls in the collection and each one tells its own undersea adventure. Dora comes with a dolphin comb, starfish barrette and base. Dora appeals to kids because she takes them on an adventure and “we incorporate all of those elements that have made Dora so successful,” Joan Grasso, senior director of toys for Nickelodeon & Viacom Consumer Products, told TDmonthly. Launch date: Fall 2007. 8/2/2007

Distracter by KAKU LAB CORP.

Sometimes life is just too hectic and all that troubles seem to be pulling you apart. Distracter will take those troubles and will help remind you to slow down, think things through and that this messy life can be simple after all. Distracter is 100% handmade from highly durable cotton strings, 2.5" height and 1.5" wide. 8/1/2007 (Price: $9.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Freddy by KAKU LAB CORP.

Have someone that is getting to you? Freddy here can infiltrate their dreams and make them wet their pants. What better retribution than a little dreamland fun? Freddy is 100% handmade from highly durable cotton strings, 2.5" height and 1.5" wide. 8/1/2007 (Price: $9.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Theresa by Gudrun Legler - "Kit Doll" by MASTERPIECE DOLLS

Gudrun Legler has sculpted Theresa an adorable baby. Ht 19" completed. Head circumference approximately 13 1/8". Gudrun's babies are only available through Masterpiecedolls.

The baby's parts will be made of the same soft and realistic SILICON/VINYL material that we have used on our regular line of collectible dolls. As you know, silicone/vinyl has a soft glow to it unlike regular vinyl and it is also more costly to manufacture. There is no hard inner lining in the head.

Skin tone: Our goal has been to give you a skin tone that is easy to adapt to the look you want for your baby. The skin tone is same soft color that we have used on the majority of our newborn babies.

Complete Kit: Head, three quarter length arms with cloth caps, full legs into the hips and a custom made body to fit this baby with nylon ties and white inserts for stability in attaching.

Certificate of Authenticity: You will receive with your kit a HAND SIGNED and NUMBERED certificate of authenticity.

Numbered Edition: Each doll's certificate will have a number on it and the Edition will be limited to ONE MONTH OF PRODUCTION. 7/31/2007 (Price: $89.99)

Cassandra by Melody Hess - "Kit Doll" by MASTERPIECE DOLLS

Melody Hess has sculpted Cassandra an adorable sleeping baby. Ht. 19” completed. Head circumference approximately 13.25”. Melody's life size babies are only available through Masterpiecedolls.

The baby's parts will be made of the same soft and realistic SILICON/VINYL material that we have used on our regular line of collectible dolls. As you know, silicone/vinyl has a soft glow to it unlike regular vinyl and it is also more costly to manufacture. There is no hard inner lining in the head.

Skin tone: Our goal has been to give you a skin tone that is easy to adapt to the look you want for your baby. The skin tone is same soft color that we have used on the majority of our newborn babies.

Complete Kit: Head, 3/4 arms with a cloth cap into the shoulder, full legs into the hips and a custom made body to fit this baby with nylon ties and white inserts for stability in attaching.

Certificate of Authenticity: You will receive with your kit a HAND SIGNED and NUMBERED certificate of authenticity.

Numbered Edition: Each doll's certificate will have a number on it and the Edition will be limited to ONE MONTH OF PRODUCTION. 7/31/2007 (Price: $89.99)

Gymnastic Divas™ Stunt Stars™ Dolls by MATTEL INC.

Girls control the action and help Barbie, Raquelle, Nikki, and Teresa perform amazing moves on the gymnastic high bar. The set includes gold medals, trophies and two dolls that can flip side-by-side or link to one another for complicated stunts. Launch date: June 2007. 7/25/2007 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

High School Musical 2 Dolls by MATTEL INC.

Sharpay, Gabriella, Troy, Taylor, Chad and the rest of the Wildcats from the Disney Channel’s “High School Musical 2” are featured in this collection. Each doll is designed in the likeness of his or her onscreen character and is dressed in an outfit featured in the movie. Each of the dolls also includes an extra beach outfit for fun in the sun. Each doll is sold separately. Launch date: September 2007. 7/25/2007
— Over 17.2 million viewers tuned in to watch the premiere of “High School Musical 2.”
— In 2007, the movie the set the record for the most-watched cable telecast in U.S. history.
— The movie won the 2007 Teen Choice award for Choice TV: Movie. 7/25/2007 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Käthe Kruse Waldorf Towel Doll - Blue by EUROPLAY CORP.

The 12” Waldorf Towel Doll is an old-fashioned European tradition for new mothers. Made from the finest cotton flannel, this soft towel doll absorbs the familiar scent of the mother, so when babies are alone in bed, the calming effect leaves them feeling safe and happy. Made in Germany of cotton flannel, the machine-washable doll has a hand-embroidered face.
— When asked about best-selling gifts, Jude Larene, owner of Izilla Toys in Seattle, replied, "The Käthe Kruse towel dolls. They're probably my single best selling category. They have 10 different styles. They just sell very, very well." He said he sells about 10 per month.
— Four of 45 retailers said the dolls and towel dolls from Germany are popular gift items.
— "Käthe Kruse Waldorf towel dolls are the first friend of a baby — something to cuddle and love. [They] are made of all natural fabrics," said Marion Hohmann of Käthe Kruse. 7/23/2007 (Price: $19.95)

Heartfelt Treasures by LINDA RICK, THE DOLL MAKER

From the Doll Maker Porcelain Collection, this collectible doll stands 24” tall and is constructed of full-body porcelain. She is dressed in a flowery vintage pink dress and wears a large, ribboned hat. She holds two matching teddy bears while a third sits on the bottom of her dress. Production of this doll is limited to only 150 units. “Exquisite detail and fabric is what makes these collectible porcelain dolls so priceless,” Susan Calliari, national accounts manager at The Doll Maker, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2007. 7/20/2007 (Price: $500.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bratz: The Movie Dolls by MGA ENTERTAINMENT

The stars of “Bratz: The Movie” are ready to walk down the red carpet in their glittery dresses at the premiere of their Hollywood movie. These are the most pose-able Bratz ever, so they can stop to pose for the paparazzi. “The accessories that come with these dolls will be very interesting to little girls. The girls can be creative and imaginative,” Reagan Holmes, of MGA Entertainment’s public relations department, told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 2007. 7/20/2007 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Käthe Kruse Dolls - Kikou Pirate Mouse by EUROPLAY CORP.

Pirate Mouse is dressed in a maritime blue and white striped dress and a light blue pinafore decorated with a happy shark. She also wears an eye patch, a pirate scarf and a pair of red socks that allow her to creep along on the ship without making noise. “The doll designs from Käthe Kruse always follow fashion trends that are then enhanced to be child appropriate,” Käthe Kruse Dolls Service and Request Associate Marion Hohmann told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 1, 2007. 7/20/2007 (Price: $95.00)

Käthe Kruse Dolls - Lolle Pirate Bride by EUROPLAY CORP.

Lolle, the Pirate Bride, is a perfect match for any pirate and knows no fear of the ship ghost. She wears a light blue pinafore that features a large checkered pocket where she can hide treasures. She also wears a blue and white striped dress, striped socks, an eye patch, a pirate scarf and dotted red rubber boots that are perfect for wading in the water. “As pirates are a very real theme this autumn, Käthe Kruse made…lovely, but fun pirate dolls,” Marion Hohmann, service and request associate at Käthe Kruse Dolls, told TDmonthly. Launch date:  September 1, 2007. 7/20/2007 (Price: $150.00)

Ethnic Collection – Carlos by MOLLY P. ORIGINALS

This 18” high-quality vinyl doll is part of the company’s ethnic collection. Carlos looks and feels like a real baby and is specially weighted so he can easily be carried and cuddled. He features a high-quality, poly fiber, synthetic bean-filled body and comes with a 16" satin-trimmed blanket. ( Watch Video) 7/13/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Kathe Kruse Mini It's Me Lucky Ducky by EUROPLAY CORP.

The lovely soft and cuddly Lucky Ducky is the right friend from 6 months onward.  He is dressed in bright green Nicki overall. The funny cap, his scarf and the little safety blanket are made from red cotton fabric with little white dots. A fly agarics application decorates the overall. Under his overall Lucky ducky wears a napkin. His hair is made of soft brown mohair. Launch date: August 2007. 7/13/2007 (Price: $66.00)

Briana Joy in Fur Jacket, Muff and Hat by ONLY HEARTS CLUB GROUP LLC

Briana Joy sports a fur jacket, muff and hat to keep warm this winter. Her outfit can be bought separately, too ($10.00). Launch date: February 2007. 7/10/2007 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

April 24, 1944 - Evangeline Ghastly™ Dressed Doll by WILDE IMAGINATION

Whether writing in her diary, walking Mouette, or picnicking in the cemetery, Robert-Tonner-designed Evangeline always feels simply ghastly when wearing a beautiful black lace gown featuring a black velvet eyelash jacket with chiffon laced trimmed sleeves over a black spider web embroidered lace, with a chiffon overskirt. She wears it with her favorite black velvet pumps, choker with beaded accents, and matching lace umbrella (a must-have for her delicate, pale skin). Her long black wig and beautiful life-like eyes make for a very dramatic look, although no one ever seems to notice. Evangeline is 19” tall, ball jointed, and crafted entirely of custom-poured fine resin. Launch date: late summer 2007. 7/9/2007 (Price: $450.00)

Ellowyne Wilde™ - Now What? by WILDE IMAGINATION

This brunet Ellowyne doll, designed by Robert Tonner, comes in an outfit that includes a printed dress, crochet bag, beaded jewelry, stockings and lace-up boots. The doll stand is included. She comes in a limited edition of 1,000. (EDITOR'S NOTE: Video refers to Ellowyne as being 13 years old, but she's "actually" 18!) ( Watch Video) 7/9/2007 (Price: $129.00)

Ellowyne Wilde™ - Red, White, and Very Blue by WILDE IMAGINATION

This blond Ellowyne doll, designed by Robert Tonner, comes in a knit dress, stockings, shoes, a bag and a hat. She is made of high-quality vinyl and hard plastic, and boasts 12 points of articulation, hand-painted features, rooted saran hair and designer outfits that use the highest quality fabrics and trims. A doll stand is included. She's available in a limited edition of 1,000. 7/9/2007 (Price: $110.00)

Ishababies® by AISHA & CO. LLC

Ishababies® are the critically acclaimed family of "soft-sculptured friends" with "flavors" for everyone. In both 11” and Mini-Backpack Clip versions, they have a distinctive look, touch and feel that evoke strong appeal and lots of fun. Recognized as finalists for “Best New Product” – gift category in the 2007 and 2005 National Stationery Show competitions, Ishababies have global range that delivers on the Aisha & Co. brand promise of “One World...All Flavors.” All authentic 11” Ishababies are clothed in the trademarked Ishababies diaper and have the signature of designer Aisha Bailey embroidered on the rear.
— Veronica Flamenco, a mother of four boys and reviewer for TDmonthly's Diversity Roundtable, appreciated that Ishababies represent "cultural diversity, and the individuality that we all possess." ( Watch Video) 7/9/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Adorable Kinders Rag Dolls Alise by GRANZA INC.

The plush Adoptable Kinders Rag Dolls designed by famed artisan Aranza Zamora are washable, wear interchangeable clothes and stand about 18” tall. The collection is themed as an active group of 26 kindergarten friends with different personalities, and the name of each character begins with a different letter of the alphabet. The dolls come with an internet key-code that allows children to register online at the “Adoptable Kinders School,” where they can play educational games progressing from kindergarten through high school. A child graduates to the next grade when the games for one grade level are completed. “Our dolls are true rag dolls made from sewn fabrics and non-allergenic polyester filling. They are handmade here in the United States,” Maria Zamora of Granza Inc. told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 2007. ( Watch Video) 7/6/2007 (Price: $59.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Berenguer Boutique - 2007 Mini La Newborns by DOLLS BY BERENGUER

Although small in size, the Mini La Newborn is big in its true-to-life appearance. These all-vinyl baby dolls come packed in assortments of eight dolls which include three unique facial expressions. All dolls come in a cute pink or blue knitted romper with matching hat, diaper and receiving blanket.
— “Mini La Newborn from Dolls by Berenguer is only 9.5", yet … has the realistic features and wonderful detail found in larger dolls. In addition, Mini La Newborn is available two ways — as an anatomically correct doll or in a non-sexed version,” Mark Putinski of Dolls by Berenguer told TDmonthly. “This baby is especially popular because it is available in multiple ethnicities, including Caucasian, African American, Hispanic and Asian.” ( Watch Video) 7/6/2007 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]