TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Furniture & Decor Product Category

The Doggie by CARDBOARDESIGN

This eco-friendly animal stool is chemical-free, recycled and recyclable. The sculpture piece also has a very real purpose — to be sat upon ridden like a horse. "The product is done in a very humorous way. We have many more styles with an animal table," Cathy Henszey, executive creative director of cardboardesign, told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 2009. 12/12/2008 (Price: $49) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rock Star Girl Wall Art by OOPSY DAISY

This 13" x 39" piece of art is by artist Aaron Christensen. 12/5/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bottle Lamp by STREAMLINE INC.

Mix and match your empty favorite beverage bottles to make this personalized lamp. Your glass recyclables will be glowing in no time. The lamp is packaged in a gift box. 12/2/2008 (Price: $40.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Jolly Rocker Pirate Rocker by LEVELS OF DISCOVERY

The pirate-themed rocker features a blue paint for an ocean, and black with gold and red accents for the pirate ship. Seat back design includes skull and crossbones pirate hat, shiny cutlass uprights and Captain's porthole photo frame. Other features include a cool treasure map seat design, working ship wheel, and moving "Treasure Meter" gauge and "Compass". 11/26/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

CoCaLo Baby Alphabet Soup Table and 4 Stool Set by LEVELS OF DISCOVERY

Clever table top design includes “Alphabet Trail” game for hours of fun. Roll the die and move along the “Alphabet Trail.” The one to reach the other side wins!

The table corners have spinning tiles with alphabet letters and animal friends. The stool designs include "Z" Zebra, "G" Giraffe, "E" Elephant and "B" Bird. 11/26/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Gettin' Around Bench Seat with Storage by LEVELS OF DISCOVERY

This bench is decorated with transportation themes including boats, cars, and planes. The bench features a roomy seat with a skyline seat back and a storage bin with a slow closing safety hinge. 11/26/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wall Art - Rock Concert II (Acoustic Guitar) by Creative Images - Art4Kids

This hip, 12"-square piece of artwork is one in a series that also includes drums, electric guitar, and microphone versions. The image is available in the following styles: contemporary mount (with beveled edge), creative canvas wrap, framed canvas, gallery framed and artblock framed. 11/26/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wall Art - Nautical Girl III (Polka Dots) by Creative Images - Art4Kids

This 9"-square artwork on canvas features a pretty, polka-dot dress on a neutral background. 11/26/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Lamps4Kids Chocolate Pastel Daisy Lamps by Creative Images - Art4Kids

This modern, linen-shade lamp is available in the following styles and sizes: Contemporary 24" H x 11" D, 20" H x 9" D and 20" H x 6" D; and Up Lite 20" H x 9" D and 14" H x 6" D. It has a metal base and is made in the USA. 11/26/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Tumbling Worm Chair by BOBLES

The worm chair is meant for children who have a hard time sitting still all day in school. The worm chair is flat in one end and curved in the other end, which enables children to silently (due to the material) be in movement while sitting at their desk. The idea is that the child can use the worm in different ways — to play games, for example. The Worm encourages "better posture and [and] improved learning curve," Director Mette Dyhrberg of bObles told TDmonthly. This product was a winner of a prototype exhibition at an Interior Design Show in 2008. Launch date: 2009. 11/25/2008 (Price: $159)

Tumbling Snake by BOBLES

The Snake can function as a table, and may be used together with other tumbling animals in an obstacle course. It can also be turned upside down and used as a boat. "bObles is a playful interior environment for children, with a design their parents would love to place within their homes. The tumbling animals can be used as furniture, but [are] meant for play. The whole idea is to enhance children's motor skills while playing!" Director Mette Dyhrberg of bObles told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 2008. 11/25/2008 (Price: $499)

Tumbling Chicken by BOBLES

The Chicken can be placed on its wide surface or turned upside down. When the chicken is placed on its back there is a rocking function. For the very small child who has just learned to get around, balance will be challenged by lying on the chicken and feeling the rocking, and just lying next to the chicken and touching it will provide good stimuli for the child. A child can later sit, then stand and walk on the Chicken. When used as a stepping stone, the product does not slide. The material is soft, too, making it nice for use with bare feet. The Chicken also has a very usable see-saw function, since it lies stable and secure, is easy to control, and has a good angle in relation to the stretch/movement of the ankle joint. Launch date: September 2008. 11/25/2008 (Price: $39)

Tumbling Pig by BOBLES

The Pig is available in two sizes that can be stacked. The low one is for the child who has just learned to sit. The big one is for the older child, and once you stack them, they fit teenagers and grown-ups. It is nice to have an example of each animal, because the child grows along with them, and as a result they can be used over a long period of time. The six-layer Pig has a size that enables the child to sit on it while in movement, which enhances not only a child's balance but also the joint senses. Children can lie across them and have the backside of their bodies strengthenend, and children can exercise their arms through the pressure from their own body weight. Fine motor control can be stimulated by putting things into the pig's snout and picking them up again. Launch date: September 2008. 11/25/2008 (Price: $89)

Tumbling Fish by BOBLES

The Tumbling Fish are available in two stackable sizes. The low one is for children who have just learned to sit; the big  one is for older children; stack the two and they fit teenagers and adults. The Fish grows along with children, allowing them to use the Fish over a long period of time. Kids can roll the animals to one another, or roll and chase them. The size of the six-layer Fish allows a child to sit on it even while it is moving , which enhances the child’s balancing skills. Children can lie across these Fish and have the backside of their bodies strengthened, and children can exercise their arms through the pressure from their own body weight. Launch date: September 2008.
— "The tumbling animals can be used as furniture, but [are] meant for play. The whole idea is to enhance children's motor skills while playing!" Director Mette Dyhrberg of bObles told TDmonthly. 11/25/2008 (Price: $89)

Tumbling Crocodile by BOBLES

The Crocodile's most obvious function is as a staircase, which enhances a child's strength and balance. When turned upside down, there's an angled surface. The see-saw function appears when the crocodile is placed on its back and the child can walk/lie on its entire straight surface. The furniture will grow with the child given that the small child can muscle in on the low step and the higher steps are for the toddler. The crocodile has three seating levels for the small child and is splendid for the social dimension that two to three children can sit together on the same piece of furniture. There is also the option to stack them as a bench, which allows two heights. "bObles is a playful interior environment for children, with a design their parents would love to place within their homes," Director Mette Dyhrberg of bObles told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 2008. 11/25/2008 (Price: $99)

Tumbling Elephant by BOBLES

Parents can place a small child in the curve between the legs of the elephant and it works as a back rest. The elephant also has a rocking function where the child is challenged and stimulated while sitting. Later on, the child can stand on top of the elephant’s feet, which challenges the child’s balance while standing. The elephant is also good to lie across — flat on the stomach as well as on the back. Last but not least, it is a great chair for sitting, for both children and parents. "All the tumbling animals can stand alone and will, each in their own way, influence motor skill development in a positive direction, but to have more tumbling animals — four, eight or 15 different tumbling animals together — will give enormous opportunities for bodily development," Director Mette Dyhrberg of bObles told TDmonthly. The Elephant has won the following awards: Formidable 2006 - Formex Stockholm and 2008 - Salone Del Mobile, Milano. Launch date: September 2007. 11/25/2008 (Price: $139)

Mush Beanbag Lounger by SMART GEAR LLC

This comfy beanbag chair features two detachable, machine-washable covers, soothing micro beads on the interior, and a gentle vibration system designed to relax the body and stimulate circulation. It is available in black with a baby blue or pretty pink top. 11/21/2008 (Price: $89.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

P'kolino Children's Desk by P'KOLINO

Specially designed for little ones with big ideas, the P’kolino Children’s Desk is a child favorite. With it's ample working space for paper, books, and puzzles, it is ideal for project based learning or the budding artist. The seat is an optimal 12 inches high with a smart storage shelf under the seat. Cleverly compact and stylish, this smart play-space is a great addition to any home. Designed for children ages 2 to 6. 11/20/2008 (Price: $74.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

P'kolino Little One's Table and Chairs by P'KOLINO

Playful and practical this children’s table has a large work surface that provides plenty of space for even the most creative toddlers. With clean, modern lines, bold color accents and playful “popsicle-stick” feet this table and chairs set brings a contemporary look to any room. 11/20/2008 (Price: $149.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Play Bench by P'KOLINO

Two benches, and multiple uses, in one. Versatile, beautiful and safe this bench set is made of the same durable and supple materials as our other products. Soft and light weight yet strong enough to support an adult.
THIS ITEM IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE 11/19/2008 (Price: $279.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

P'kolino Craft Table by P'KOLINO

Uniquely stylish with a funky, child friendly shape. The P’kolino Craft Table serves as a convenient space for arts and crafts, snack time, games, or a tea party. Playful and practical it is a great addition to any home. 11/19/2008 (Price: $119.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Shape Sorting Clock by TOP SHELF HOLDINGS LLC

This colorful, handcrafted clock features a different removable shape for each hour and also has movable hands. It measures 9" x 12" x 2". 11/11/2008 (Price: $14.95)

Harry Potter Tuffet by SPRINGCLIFFE DESIGNS LLC

Complete with Harry Potter shoes, this whimsical footstool features Harry Potter-themed fabric and corresponding red tassels around the edge. 11/11/2008 (Price: $99.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Elephant Mobile by ITTIKID

Add intrigue and whimsy to a child’s nursery with unique mobiles imported from Denmark. From counting sheep to marching hedgehogs to whale watching, there is a style perfect for every child. The elephant party mobile is also a classic icon in Demark.  It makes a great baby shower or birthday gift. 11/10/2008 (Price: $28.00)

Mommy and Me Tuffets by SPRINGCLIFFE DESIGNS LLC

The Mommy and Me collection features one-of-a-kind pieces and makes wonderful gifts for "Daddy's Girls." Both are made from the same fabric and coordinated with appropriate shoes. The company loves doing custom work and is happy to work with any décor. The "handcrafted, one-of-a-kind, whimsical footstools ... are finished with REAL shoes and socks," Owner and Designer Nancy L. Brown told TDmonthly. This product was named a 2004 Best New Product at the New England Products and Trade Show. Launch date: October 2008. 10/27/2008 (Price: $379.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]