TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Fashion & Accessories Product Category

Design a Heavenly Pet Wardrobe by FASHION ANGELS

Design fabulous clothing and accessories for 5 paper dogs! Includes 5 paper dogs, 100+ patterns, fabric, appliques, glitter paints, ribbons, stickers, glass beads, gems, sequins, instructions and more! 2/1/2008 (Price: $27.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Watermelon Sock Change Purse by BNL

The sock change purse is both practical and pretty. Over 70 different styles are available. Launch date: Spring 2008. 1/31/2008 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sweeney Todd Locket by NECA

The silver locket features the broken heart and a razor logo from the movie “Sweeny Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.” 1/29/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sweeney Todd Tote Bag by NECA

The durable tote bag features the Sweeney Todd logo: a broken heart and a razor. The bag comes with double handles. 1/29/2008 (Price: $55020) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Prismatic Key Holders - KPR by ZIPADEEDODAH

Glittery colored glass micro-spheres in the shapes of stars and moons float gently in clear oil. The entirely handmade item is encased in tough acrylic. 1/18/2008

Barbie® Fairytopia™ Magic of the Rainbow™ Fairyoke Wings™ Set by MATTEL INC.

The rainbow wings look just like Elina’s wings in the Fariytopia Magic of the Rainbow movie. The wings play four different songs and even light up when kids sing into the microphone. 1/18/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Barbie™ Beaded Curtain by MATTEL INC.

The curtain is constructed of an assortment of beads and sequins and will go perfectly over any doorway, window, closet and more. 1/18/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Barbie™ Novelty Lunch Kit by MATTEL INC.

This fashionable lunch kit looks like a purse. The outside of the bag features Barbie and her pals, while the inside flap features a picture window for girls to insert their own picture.
— Baltimore, Md.’s Barston’s Child’s Play Owner Barbara Fineblum told TDmonthly in April 2008 that Barbie products are her best-selling licensed items.
— Helen Dean, owner of Toy Safari in Alameda, Calif., also named Barbie as one of her best-selling licensed lines.
— In April 2008, 4 percent of retailers who spoke to TDmonthly singled out Barbie as the best-selling licensed line of products in their store. 1/18/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pomchies – Autumn in New York by POMCHIES LLC

This colorful ponytail holder that looks like a pom-pom may also be used as a gift bow, a napkin ring or even adornment for a stuffed animal. Pomchies are available in a variety of solid, seasonal and “spirit” colors. 1/17/2008 (Price: $5.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Hi Glam Fashion Doll - Alex by MGA ENTERTAINMENT

With extra-long legs and snazzy tights, Alex is dressed to impress in bright, glam colors. Her story is that she loves to travel and studies different languages. She works at a travel agency and entertains at villages in the summertime. 1/17/2008 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Cat Pillow Purse by MILO & GABBY LLC

Constructed of ultra-soft fleece, this purse has cotton handles and liner and includes a removable, poly-filled pillow covered in cotton sheeting. It’s ideal for travel or sleepovers and can be carried anywhere. The purse zips closed at the top. 1/17/2008 (Price: $35.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Princess Mirror - DYO by MELISSA & DOUG

Each set comes with a special keepsake and plenty of materials to decorate and personalize the mirror. Kids can decorate their mirrors with hearts, jewels, glitter glue, ribbons and more. The entire set is organized neatly in a handy wooden case.
— LB Toys Owner Jamie Burdette in Media, Pa., told TDmonthly that Melissa & Doug’s decorate-your-own kits are so popular that her store sells “40 to 60 per month.”  Sallie Kashiwa, owner of Timbuk Toys in Denver said in July 2008 that her store sells 15 to 20 units per month of the Princess Mirror.
— Lyn Copeland, owner of Copelin’s Toy Zone in Norman, Okla., said that when it comes to Melissa & Doug items, her store sells “over 100 per month.”
— More than 13 percent of retailers told TDmonthly that Melissa & Doug’s arts-and-crafts products are their best arts-and-crafts sellers. In addition to this item, bead and magnetic dress-up sets by Melissa & Doug were also named as popular gifts for girls in a summer 2008 survey of 66 retailers. 1/16/2008 (Price: $9.99)

Bead Loom Bracelets by KLUTZ

The book features detailed instructions and step-by-step illustrations for making seven different bracelets. The book comes with all the necessary supplies, including a bead loom, beading floss, needles and thousands of sparkling seed beads, bugle beads and specialty beads. The bead loom requires no assembly and collapses neatly for easy storage. Launch date: March 2008. 1/2/2008 (Price: $24.95)

Toddler Bag (Anteater) by BOOGALOO TOYS

The toddler bag is sized to hold a child’s “take-everywhere” toys in the top compartment, while the lower insulated and zipped compartment is for food and drinks. An additional zippered compartment houses a small freezer block to keep food cool. Launch date: October 2007. 12/28/2007 (Price: $24.95)

Pomchies by POMCHIES LLC

These ponytail holders look like pom-poms. They are great for dressing up stuffed animals, for wearing in one’s hair, for use as a gift bow, for use as a napkin ring and much more. 12/28/2007 (Price: $5.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Josie Flip-Style Cell Phone Cover by FUN FRIENDS

Josie is a cute gold- and brown-spotted giraffe that will help give a cell phone attitude while also protecting it from damage. Fun Friends Plush Animal Cell Phone Covers are cute and stretch to fit most flip-style cell phones. Made of the highest quality fabrics and materials, these adorable plush cell phone covers are a great gift for family and friends. Soft to the touch, these creatures are the perfect accessory. Fun Friends products are hand-washable and should be line-dried. 12/19/2007 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Moshi Monster MoPods by MIND CANDY

Somewhere between cyberspace and Earth, a strange race of playful creatures exists. Known as Moshi Monsters, these wacky critters have somehow muscled-in on the world of mobile phone accessories..
These nifty phone charms contain a Moshi Monster that flashes and spins when a call or text comes in. So far, so nuts. And very handy when you're in a noisy place or your phone's in silent mode. You'll never miss another call. Every Moshi Monsters' MoPod contains a special secret code in-pack that gives owners the exclusive privilege to adopt a monster* online, plus they'll get a free virtual accessory not available anywhere else. 12/18/2007 (Price: $9.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Head Band Creations by BOJEUX INC.

Design and create two headbands with your own personal style. Makes wonderful gifts for your friends to decorate your hair with style! 12/17/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Silky Jewelry by BOJEUX INC.

Create your own necklaces and bracelets with the silk cord and charms included in this kit. Your one of a kind jewelry can be designed to show off your own personal style. All pieces use a slip knot for closures so they will fit perfectly. 12/17/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

CAKE Premium Scrapbook and Cards by DIC ENTERTAINMENT

This scrapbooking and cards kits includes a premium-quality scrapbook, cards, patterned papers, punch-out sheets, 3D stickers and much more. It is available at Kmart. CAKE is inspired by the reality-based series airing on the Saturday programming block, “KEWLopolis on CBS.” Launch date: Q4 2007. 12/7/2007 (Price: $19.99)

CAKE Personalized Stepping Stones by DIC ENTERTAINMENT

This easy-to-use kit includes mosaic tiles, glass gems and hip stickers so that girls can create their own stepping stone for displays indoors or out. It is available at Wal-Mart. CAKE is inspired by the reality-based series airing on the Saturday programming block, “KEWLopolis on CBS.” Launch date: Q4 2007. 12/7/2007 (Price: $9.88)

CAKE Pearls & Charms by DIC ENTERTAINMENT

This set includes everything a girl needs to make stylish charm jewelry, including chic ribbon and stylish plastic pearls. It is available at Wal-Mart and Kmart. CAKE is inspired by the reality-based series airing on the Saturday programming block, “KEWLopolis on CBS.” Launch date: Q4 2007. 12/7/2007 (Price: $6.99)

CAKE Funky Fashion Purse by DIC ENTERTAINMENT

Girls can decorate this fashionable purse in a distinctive way with the included fabric paints, embroidered fashion patches and gemstones. It is available at Wal-Mart and Kmart. CAKE is inspired by the reality-based series airing on the Saturday programming block, “KEWLopolis on CBS.” Launch date: Q4 2007. 12/7/2007 (Price: $12.99)

Pink Kitty Travel Journal by FASHION ANGELS

Little girls now have their own travel journal, so they can keep up with Big Sis. Stickers and markers keep them occupied on those transatlantic flights. This toy is still in development and artwork may not reflect the final product. 12/5/2007 (Price: $10.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

FA Travel Journal by FASHION ANGELS

Jet-setters can keep track of their new friends and favorite cities with this handy-to-go kit.This toy is still in development and artwork may not reflect the final product. 12/5/2007 (Price: $10.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]