TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Dolls Product Category

Novi Stars Doll - Una Verse by MGA ENTERTAINMENT

Una Verse has a body filled with floating glitter in water. She has white hair with blue streaks and glitter eyes with planet icon, spiral antennas and glitter eyelashes. Includes pet and a glow-in-the dark doll stand, and the package handle becomes an antenna headband. 8/29/2012 (Price: $23.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Monster High Robecca Steam Doll by MATTEL INC.

The Robecca Steam doll has a signature style with lots of scary cool details and an ancient monster heritage. Her internal clock runs a bit slow, but she makes up for it with a steampunk style that suits her metallic glow. She wears a dress that showcases her seams and comes with her pet mechanical penguin and diary.
— As of 8/27/2012, this product had 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: Lots of details; unique design. 8/27/2012 (Price: $36.97) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Monster High Venus McFlytrap Doll by MATTEL INC.

The Venus McFlytrap doll has a signature style with lots of scary cool details and an ancient monster heritage. Venus McFlytrap grows for a London punk style made more unique with her perennial green hue and vine details. She has been known to use her pollen powers of persuasion to get the other monsters to volunteer for ecological causes. She comes with her pet, a Venus Flytrap (of course.), and diary.
— As of 8/27/2012, this product had 4.5 out of 5 stars from 16 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: Lots of accessories; has eco-friendly message. Cons: One reviewer said that the doll is fragile and the legs snapped off. 8/27/2012 (Price: $39.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Disney/Pixar Brave Gem Styling Merida Doll by MATTEL INC.

Gem Styling Merida features iconic elements from the film in fashion play for girls. Dressed in her signature blue gown, Merida comes with a reversible cape that girls can flip over to reveal a sparkly print inspired by the movie. They also can decorate her outfit or her long red hair with gems, and they can play out Merida’s love of archery with the included bow and arrow. 8/20/2012 (Price: $20.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Disney/Pixar Brave Merida and Angus Doll Set by MATTEL INC.

With this charming gift set, girls can relive the special friendship between Merida and her most trusted confidante. Includes Merida doll and Angus figure. 8/20/2012 (Price: $34.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

10" My Dolly - Grace by AURORA WORLD INC.

10" MY DOLLY - GRACE is part of the My Dolly Collection by Aurora. These dolls feature adorable details and are baby safe with embroidered eyes 8/3/2012 (Price: $10.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

10" My Dolly - Sierra by AURORA WORLD INC.

10" MY DOLLY - SIERRA is part of the My Dolly Collection by Aurora. These dolls feature adorable details and are baby safe with embroidered eyes. 8/3/2012 (Price: $10.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Baby Loves Playtime by LOVEE DOLL & TOY CO. INC

21" Baby Loves Playtime doll. Soft baby doll comes with soft building blocks and soft stacking rings. Launch date: February 2011.
Awards: 2012 Creative Child Magazine Toy of the Year Award 7/26/2012 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

I can sing I'm a Little Teapot Doll by LOVEE DOLL & TOY CO. INC

13" toddler doll sings "I'm a Little Teapot," full song with music background. Comes with two sets of cups, plates and spoons and Plastic Teapot. Launch date: February 2004.
Awards: 2009 Creative Child Magazine Seal of Excellence Award; 2012 Creative Child Magazine Seal of Excellence Award 7/26/2012 (Price: $10) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Calin Laughing Blueberry by COROLLE DOLLS

Baby Doll, 12 inches tall, with a flexible, lightweight body that is soft to touch. Thanks to its cuddly soft, beanbag body, Calin Laughing Blueberry 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.
Awards: 2013 TDmonthly Seal of Approval
— In a June 2013 survey, two out of 11 retailers told TDmonthly that Corolle's Calin is their best-selling doll.  7/20/2012 (Price: $39.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Disney/Pixar Brave Transforming Triplets Dolls by MATTEL INC.

Inspired by the new hit Disney/Pixar animated film, Brave. Merida is a Scottish princess with triplet younger brothers. The Brave Transforming Triplets set captures the mischief of the three boys and their magical adventures. With unique poses that highlight the boys’ playful personalities, plus the ability to transform the characters into adorable bear cubs, girls will delight in reenacting scenes that feature these charming brothers. Bears cannot stand alone. 7/16/2012 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

My First Dollhouse by PLANTOYS

This dollhouse features a balcony, sliding doors, and space to create four roooms. Made of eco-friendly PlanWood and solid rubber wood. Launch date: August 2012. 6/27/2012

Chalet Dollhouse With Furniture by PLANTOYS

This dollhouse features two units which can be arranged in various ways. Also includes a huge skylight and one movable staircase. Five rooms of furniture are included. Made of eco-friendly PlanWood and solid rubber wood. 6/27/2012

Stroller by HAPE

This classic stroller lets children take "dolly" for a walk around the block…or all through the house. Stroller is from the Happy Doll Furniture range of the Hape Collection.  Measuring 17.52”L x 12.80“W x 20.24”H, Stroller is age graded for children 6 Years +. The toy is beautifully crafted of FSC certified wood from sustainable forests and colored with safe water based paint. Launch date: July 2012. 6/18/2012 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Changing Table by HAPE

A table just like kids' encourages everyday role play. Changing Table is from the Happy Doll Furniture range of the Hape Collection.  Measuring 17.72”L x 10.63“W x 18.90”H, Changing Table is age graded for children 5 Years +. The toy is beautifully crafted of FSC certified wood from sustainable forests and colored with safe water based paint. Launch date: July 2012. 6/18/2012 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rock-a-bye Cradle by HAPE

Rock "dolly" to sleep in this sturdy cradle. Rock-a-bye Cradle is from the Happy Doll Furniture range of the Hape Collection.  Measuring 18.90”L x 12.20“W x 10.04”H, Rock-a-bye Cradle is age graded for children 4 Years +. The toy is beautifully crafted of FSC certified wood from sustainable forests and colored with safe water based paint. Launch date: July 2012. 6/18/2012 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Highchair by HAPE

This mini highchair encourages dolls to sit up straight and eat their food. Highchair is from the Happy Doll Furniture range of the Hape Collection.  Measuring 10.08”L x 10.35“W x 22.44”H, Highchair is age graded for children 3 Years +. The toy is beautifully crafted of FSC certified wood from sustainable forests and colored with safe water based paint. Launch date: July 2012. 6/18/2012 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Savannah Dollhouse by KIDKRAFT

The Savannah Dollhouse is an elegant, large six-room mansion designed for children ages three and up. The dollhouse is decorated like a true southern mansion and is fully furnished, with beautiful, handcrafted wood furniture. With four levels and six rooms of open space, the Savannah Dollhouse is decorated in a southern style, and includes wide-open windows for easy visibility into the rooms from outside the house. The Savannah Dollhouse fits any 12-inch fashion doll. There are 14 pieces of handcrafted, hand-assembled, and hand-painted wood furniture included with the house to furnish the six rooms. The beds have actual linens, while the couch and love seat come complete with cushions.
— In a May 2012 survey, Mary Horne, owner of J. Christopher Toys in Jonesboro, Ark., told TDmonthly about the Savannah that she sells "upwards of 20 during the holiday season, but it's only a holiday item." 6/7/2012 (Price: $149.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Playmobil Harbor - Kayaker by PLAYMOBIL INC.

This kayak really floats in the water. Accessory for the Playmobil Harbor play sets. 5/25/2012 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Groovy Girls Katrina by MANHATTAN TOY

Katrina is always the most fashionable at the party. Her colorful dress has features one of her favorite colors, purple. Not only is her dress purple, so is her hair; purple highlights are cleverly mixed in with a brownish-red color. Her appearance is striking her trendy outfit and her ultra-sweet personality. Launch date: 2012.
— In a June 2013 survey, three out of 11 retailers told TDmonthly that Groovy Girls from Manhattan toy were their best-selling dolls.
— In a June 2014 survey, three out of 10 retailers told TDmonthly that Groovy Girls are their best-selling doll. 5/24/2012 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Groovy Girls Seanna by MANHATTAN TOY

Seanna is ready for a good ole time. Her blonde hair and beautiful blue eyes captures everyone's attention while her flowered top and baby blue skirt complete her ensemble. Have some summer-time fun with Seanna. Launch date: 2012. 5/24/2012 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Groovy Girls Suki by MANHATTAN TOY

Suki loves to Dance! Her flirty dress and flowerific dress lets everyone know that she is ready to have some fun. Her dark black hair features super-cool pink highlights. Her colorful outfit matches her vibrant personality. 5/24/2012 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Groovy Girls Gabrielle by MANHATTAN TOY

Groovy Girls Gabriella is quite the social butterfly. She is always looking for new friends to meet. Her satin eye-catching pink and purple satin gown match the pink highlights in her rich chocolate colored hair. Launch date: 2012.
— In a June 2014 survey, three out of 10 retailers told TDmonthly that Groovy Girls are their best-selling doll. 5/24/2012 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Groovy Girls Sage by MANHATTAN TOY

Green and blue are Sage's favorite colors to combine. From her vibrant green eyes to her green and blue dress, Sage's appearance is sure to impress. Her luscious brownish-red locks compliment her orange shoes and colorful appearance. Launch date: 2012. 5/24/2012 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Groovy Girls Amelia by MANHATTAN TOY

Groovy Girls Amelia is a total flower girl. She loves every flower and loves to dress in colorful outfits that remind her of the flowers she loves. Her blue, orange and yellow dress is just the thing to bring out her flower-lovin' personality. Launch date: 2012. 5/24/2012 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]