TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Party Goods Product Category

Analyze Me by BLUE ORANGE GAMES

Analyze Me is filled with questions designed to help players get to know their family and friends a little better. Players ask a question from 1 of 4 categories: Work Life, Private Life, Social Life and Play Life. The others submit a card face-down indicating their answer (either A,B or C). If the player guesses who answered what correctly they win the category card. The first player to collect 1 of each category card wins the game. "Analyze Me is the perfect party game to play with friends and family. It will lead to lively discussions, a few secrets and a little honesty as your opponents become confidants," Nicole Britton at Blue Orange Games told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 2011. 3/22/2011 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Reverse Charades- a hilarious twist on charades by RETROPLAY LLC

Reverse Charades is a fun twist on a classic stand-by (where one person acts out words for the team to guess). With Reverse Charades, the entire team has 60 seconds to act out as many words as one person can guess. It's a fast-paced, fiercely fun team competition that's great for groups such as families, work teams, school groups, party-goers or among a few close friends. The things that sets it apart is the "overall inclusive nature of the game to entertain large groups across all ages," Bryce Porter, Chief Party Officer of RETROPlay LLC. told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2010.
Awards- 2011 Major Fun Award, voted 2010 Best New Family Game by KSL Studio 5 3/4/2011 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Domo Party Lights by DARK HORSE COMICS, INC.

Users can brighten up any festivities with these lively Domo Party Lights, featuring five brilliant colors of the character Domo. Each set includes a 12' string, with 10 bright lights. 10/18/2010 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Happy Birthday Crowns by CREATIVE TEACHING PRESS

Kids can celebrate special occasions and great accomplishments with these whimsical crowns. The adjust-to-fit crowns measure 6.25" x 24," and the set includes 30 crowns per package. "Rather than a birthday sticker or button, these colorful crowns truly make the birthday boy or girl feel like royalty!" Creative Teaching Marketing Specialist Lauren Tuculescu told TDmonthly. 9/1/2010 (Price: $11.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fan Stamp's Instant Press-On Face Paint Four Pack by FAN STAMP, LLC.

These easy-to-apply designs transfer 100-percent hypoallergenic high-grade mineral makeup to skin in seconds and can be applied multiple times. The kit comes complete with four fantastic designs. No water is necessary and they easily wipe away, yet are water and sweat resistant. Simply place each stamp, press firmly over the image, then peel to instantly reveal an image of a favorite character and design. Awards: 2010 ASTRA Must See Item at International Toy Fair; 2010 National Parenting Center Seal of Approval 8/26/2010 (Price: $13.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fan Stamp's Instant Press-On Face Paint Two Pack by FAN STAMP, LLC.

These easy-to-apply designs transfer 100-percent hypoallergenic high-grade mineral makeup to skin in seconds and can be applied multiple times. The kit comes complete with two fantastic designs. No water is necessary and they easily wipe away, yet are water and sweat resistant. Simply place each stamp, press firmly over the image, then peel to instantly reveal an image of a favorite character and design. Awards: 2010 ASTRA Must See Item at International Toy Fair; 2010 National Parenting Center Seal of Approval 8/26/2010 (Price: $6.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Lohasrus Picnic Table by ODM PRODUCTS LTD.

Made of fir wood, this table can be used indoors or outdoors. It features a non-toxic green painted finish, silk-screened with the image of a giraffe. This product meets ASTM F963-07 safety standards, and is eco-friendly. ( Watch Video) 8/13/2010 (Price: $80.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Personalized Holiday Raffle Ticket by BadaBadaBingo Fun Games Co! LLC

Players assign a value to a ticket and collect the face value for each ticket sold. Holiday ticket themes include Christmas, Hannukah, Kwanzaa and generic holiday/winter. The guest who has the winning ticket may be given a gift, while the money collected can go to a charity or to the host of the holiday party — or the guest who holds the winning ticket may be awarded the entire pot of money. 6/18/2010 (Price: $29.95)

BadaBada Christmas Bingo by BadaBadaBingo Fun Games Co! LLC

In this holiday party game, the first player to get five of the same yuletide images in a row wins. The game comes complete with 20 full-color cards, 390 snowflake markers, caller chips, a master call sheet and instructions. 6/16/2010 (Price: $11.95)

Jackpot Baby Shower Game by BadaBadaBingo Fun Games Co! LLC

In this baby shower "slots" card game, there are three perforated tabs on each card. Guests can pull back each tab to see if they get the winning three consecutive bottle images behind the tabs. Each game includes a winner card and 11 loser cards. Multiple packs can be used for larger parties. 6/14/2010 (Price: $8.49)

Jackpot Bridal Shower Game by BadaBadaBingo Fun Games Co! LLC

In this "slots" card game, there are three perforated tabs on each card. Bridal party guests can pull back each tab to see if they get the winning three consecutive heart images behind the tabs. Each game comes with 12 Cards, including a winner card and 11 loser cards. 6/14/2010 (Price: $8.49)

Holiday Fortune Party Scratchers by BadaBadaBingo Fun Games Co! LLC

In this party game, players scratch the gift tag to receive a holiday fortune or to see if they have the winning ticket which reads, "You will win a fabulous prize at your holiday party." The game includes 20 cards per pack, but multiple packs can be for larger parties. 6/14/2010 (Price: $9.95)

Sandtastik Party Pack by SANDTASTIK PRODUCTS, INC.

For birthday parties, classroom projects and even fund-raisers. The party pack comes with ten 1 lb. bags of different colored sand and 25 bottles with caps. The Sandtastik Colored Sand included in the Party Pack is blue, black, red, emerald green, mauve, orange, pink, light blue, white and yellow. 5/7/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Shoulder Buddies - Peace by SHOULDER FUN USA LLC

Peace teaches about "Peaceful Smarts." Peace's acronym is W-O-R-L-D: Work together, Open your mind and heart, Remember we are all equal, Deliver this message of PEACE. Shoulder Buddies are unique to their Feather color, so no two are alike. They come with a collectible Shoulder Buddies Coin and a Backpack clip. Shoulder Buddies are not recommended for children under 4 years of age. Jeaneen Muller, Managing Partner of Shoulder Fun USA, told TDmonthly, "Shoulder Buddies can be worn on the shoulder, and are a collectible, educational accessory." Launch date: Dec. 2009. 4/2/2010 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Shoulder Buddy - Breezee by SHOULDER FUN USA LLC

Breezee is a Shoulder Buddy character that teaches "Frustration Smarts." His acronym is T-H-I-N-K: Try to relax, Have happy thoughts, Its good to be thankful, Now is the time to share your feelings, Know you have choices. Shoulder Buddies are unique to their Feather color, so no two are alike. They come with a collectible Shoulder Buddies Coin and a Backpack clip. Shoulder Buddies are not recommended for children under 4 years of age. Jeaneen Muller, Managing Partner of Shoulder Fun USA, told TDmonthly, "They can be worn on the shoulder, and have a great learning message that each teaches about." 4/2/2010 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Independence Day Kit by DECORATIVE KITS FOR CARS

This set includes a pair of 17" red, white and blue stars to place on either side of the car, plus a 6" top hot with wiring to attach to the grille. 3/22/2010 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Gift Bingo - Bride, Edition #2 by BadaBadaBingo Fun Games Co! LLC

This is a two-color chocolate and pink version of the company's gift bingo bridal shower game for up to 50 guests. "Introduced in 2002, BadaBadaBingo is the leader in original, upscale shower games providing quality, thoughtful games which connect people at events. Time and again we hear: 'Women typically do not like playing games at showers, but your products make playing games fun!'" Susan Newton, CEO, BadaBadaBingo Fun Games Co! LLC, told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2009. 3/15/2010 (Price: $14.95)

Kidknows Outdoor Thermometer by DHS DESIGN LLC

This colorful outdoor thermometer has temperature-appropriate clothing pictures next to the numbers. It is designed to: empower kids to independently choose the right outfit to wear in various temperatures; teach kids to read numbers and to understand the concept of measuring the outdoor temperature as they continue using their thermometer; relieve parents of the struggle with children over appropriate clothing to wear for the day, making morning routines faster and easier; help teachers to teach kids reading and understanding of the outside temperature and seasonal changes; and help schools to get kids appropriately dressed for school recess. Launch date: May 30, 2009. 3/10/2010 (Price: $7.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Le Boomb! Counter Display by MAYFAIR GAMES INC.

Some of the fun and frivolous uses found for this game are determining the starting player, or deciding who is going to pay for snacks, or dinner. It can be played with a large group of people to spark a bedlam of humor. Le Boomb!™ is available from any of Mayfair's distributors or directly from Mayfair. Each Le Boomb! ™ is presented in a small clamshell that may be placed on a shelf, or peg hooked, depending upon your needs. The rules are tiny and fit on the back of the information header card inside each clamshell. As a side note, the bomb opens like an Easter Egg and the die can be stored within. Le Boomb! ™ is packed in a display box of 12 pieces featuring seven colors. Each display contains six black Le Boomb! and one each of six other colors: Blue, Red, Green, Yellow, White and Purple. Launch date: December 2009. 2/11/2010 (Price: $54.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Le Boomb!™ Single Game by MAYFAIR GAMES INC.

This game has many possibilities, including determining the starting player, deciding who is going to pay for snacks, or more. Each Le Boomb! is presented in a small clamshell that may be placed on a shelf, or peg hooked. The rules are tiny and fit on the back of the information header card inside each clamshell. The bomb opens like an Easter Egg and the die can be stored within. Le Boomb! is packed in a display box of 12 pieces featuring seven different colors. Each display contains six black Le Boomb! and one each of six other colors: Blue, Red, Green, Yellow, White and Purple. Launch date: December 2009. 2/4/2010 (Price: $4.50) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Liquidoodle Pool Pen by PRIME TIME TOYS

This oversized "pen" fills with water from a pool and then can be used to draw on nearby patios, decks or sidewalks. Launch date: 2010. 1/5/2010 (Price: $9.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bendable Party Mustache by ACCOUTREMENTS

The flexible wire inside this 6.75" black mustaches allows it to be shaped in various styles, including the friendly barber, the stern general and the dapper dandy. It comes with a rubber piece that clips to the nose.
— Two of 38 specialty retailers mentioned mustaches as a best-selling novelty item in fall 2008. Michelle Bears, owner of The Toy Store in Highlands, N.C., told TDmonthly her store sells about 48 Accoutrements fake mustaches per month.
— Donna Frederick, owner of The Play House Toy Store in Durham, N.C., told TDmonthly in a December 2011 survey about Halloween that, "Accoutrements sells a set of novelty mustaches that is very popular." ( Watch Video) 10/30/2009

Cupcake Decorating Studio by SMARTLAB TOYS

Kids can whip up a variety of fun, imaginative cupcakes as artful configurations or intriguing singles. It features custom-designed tools and skill-building techniques. In "Sweet!," author Jenna Land Free and expert Leslie Miller focus on how to make single cupcakes as well as splendid configurations. This fully illustrated, 24-page book comes with recipes, techniques and tips on how to create one-of-a kind works of edible art using creamy frosting, simple fondant and elegant ganache. Classic decorating tricks are broken down into simple step-by-step directions. The kit includes a froster designed with little hands in mind; three frosting tips: flat, star, and round; a frosting spreader (mini offset spatula); a stencil holder with four pre-cut stencils: sand dollar, snowflake, dragon face and bow; mini cutters in three shapes: circle, flower and shell; tweezers; a cake comb; and a rolling pin with raised edges for evenly rolled fondant. The pack is 10" W x 10" H x 2" D with e-flute packout. Launch date: August 2009. ( Watch Video) 8/28/2009 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bubbagum Everyday Candy Teeth by BUBBAGUM

Created for use year-round, these 100-percent edible teeth are ideal for parties, give-outs or everyday fun. "We are the original edible candy teeth," Colin Leier, manager of Triple Alliance LLC dba Bubbagum, told TDmonthly. Launch date: May 2007. 8/27/2009 (Price: $1.69) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Crazy Chains by ROYLCO INC

This kit comes with 450 self-locking paper links. There's no need for tape or glue. Launch date: 2009. 8/27/2009 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]