TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Stationery Product Category

Christmas Labels – 39 Vintage Stickers by LAUGHING ELEPHANT

The images inside this sticker box, featuring winter landscapes, Santas, gifts, carolers and more, are selected from vintage stickers, postcards, Christmas cards, books, magazine, stamps and calendars. The box measures 6” x 4.75”. 9/19/2007 (Price: $8.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

NoteAble Notepad by LAUGHING ELEPHANT

This sleek and stylish little notebook, 2 7/8” x 4 ½” fits easily into a bag or jacket pocket for convenient transport. The cover closes to protect the pages, and the notebook may be used for grocery lists, personal musings, project ideas, to-do lists and more. The notebooks come in 12 designs, and each features an inspiration quote on the inside cover. 9/19/2007 (Price: $2.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

French Notebook by LAUGHING ELEPHANT

This version of a French cahier has a cover graced with full-color art representing a connection to France. Larger than a NoteAbles pocket notepad, this notebook is appropriate for journaling, sketching, brainstorming and a myriad of other writing activities. 9/19/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wizardology Code-Writing Kit by CANDLEWICK PRESS

Ideal for aspiring wizards, this kit contains code-making instructions, 16 sheets of notepaper, 16 envelopes, six postcards and two sheets of stickers. It allows individuals to communicate with other apprentices of Wizardology by using mysterious codes. “The OLOGY code-writing kits capitalize on the unrelenting popularity and demand for the bestselling children's book series. These are surefire hits in the toy market,” Tracy Miracle of Candlewick Press told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 2007. 8/29/2007 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pirateology Code-Writing Kit by CANDLEWICK PRESS

From the sea chest of Captain William Lubber, this code-writing and deciphering kit contains code-making instructions, 16 sheets of notepaper, 16 envelopes, six postcards and two sheets of stickers. It allows individuals to unscramble piratical codes in order to make the seas safer. Launch date: November 2007. 8/29/2007 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Egyptology Code-Writing Kit by CANDLEWICK PRESS

Each kit contains code-making instructions, 16 sheets of notepaper, 16 envelopes, six postcards and two sheets of stickers. This one is assembled from the desk of missing explorer and amateur Egyptologist Emily Sands, and it allows other fans of Egyptology to communicate using hieroglyphics, which comes in hand when sharing secret discoveries. Launch date: November 2007. ( Watch Video) 8/29/2007 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dragonology Code-Writing Kit by CANDLEWICK PRESS

This kit from the desk of dragonologist Ernest Drake contains code-making instructions, 16 sheets of notepaper, 16 envelopes, six postcards and two sheets of stickers. It comes with a key for deciphering dragon scripts and secrets as to how dragonologists can successfully communicate with a variety of dragon species. Launch date: November 2007. 8/29/2007 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wishpaper by PARADOXY PRODUCTS

Offering a humane alternative to making decisions with a real wishbone, this 100-sheet notepad features an image of a wishbone on every page and utilizes the unpredictability of tearing paper to help decide your fate. Each sheet has a starting point for tearing, and the notepads are also available with a heart design (Lovepaper) or a triangle (Decisionpaper). Inventor Daniel Young described the appeal as the “thrill of submitting yourself to chance.” 8/22/2007 (Price: $5.95)

Building FUNdamentals™ Classroom Set with FREE Portfolio by BARKER CREEK PUBLISHING

This classroom set includes nine reproducible activity books and nine companion chart sets that will enhance any student’s reading comprehension and writing skills. Subjects covered include homonyms, synonyms and antonyms, compound words, nouns, verbs and adverbs, adjectives, collective nouns, prefixes and suffixes, idioms and similes. Bright, colorful companion charts visually supplement each topic area. Launch date: February 2007. 8/13/2007 (Price: $179.99)

B*Tween Productions - Very Pink BFF Stationery Set by BEACON STREET GIRLS

This stationery set is a wonderful way for friends to keep in touch. The kit comes with an assortment of colorfully designed paper, stickers, party invitations, postcards and envelopes. “Our products support a positive message for girls and parents love to have the option of buying products associated with these positive role models,” Bobbie Carlton, director of marketing at Beacon Street Girls, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2007. 8/13/2007 (Price: $12.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

One Love by FISH LIPS PAPER DESIGNS

Each sheet of this luxurious satin-coated gift wrap is 22” x 33.75”. Fish Lips Paper Designs’ gift wraps are designed and printed in the USA on 100-percent post-consumer recycled papers using non-toxic soy inks. “Our hip and modern designs absolutely stand out in a crowd. We believe that the outside of a gift should be as exciting as the inside,” Owner Kimi Rutkin told TDmonthly. And, “With ‘green’ being such a buzz word in today’s society, it is important that the specialty toy market get on board and set a good example for our children.” A roll has an MSRP of $8.00. Launch date: April 1, 2007. 8/7/2007 (Price: $4.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Charm Somebody Greeting Cards by CHARM SOMEBODY

This fresh line of greeting cards offers wishes for everyday life experiences. Each of the 48 cards, printed on 50 percent recycled paper, includes a jewelry-quality pewter charm engraved with an inspirational wish. The cards and charms are made in the United States, and 1 percent of net profits is donated to children’s charities. Each tiny trinket contains a sprinkling of stardust, a fragment of magic and a jot of juju. The cards are “brightly illustrated with artfully executed text and corresponding charms,” Karyn Servin of Charm Somebody told TDmonthly. “They cross over from greeting card to true gifts.” Launch date: November 2007. 7/31/2007 (Price: $4.95)

Blooming Clip Card by BLOOMING INC.

Blooming Clip Card has a continuous message delivery effect as it grows plants while attached to a greeting card. It makes a fantastic thank you, marriage proposal, wedding invitation and celebration card for special occasions. Since the card is made from organic materials and contains plant seeds, it blossoms much faster while maintaining its small size and fit. Launch date: March 2007. 7/31/2007 (Price: $4.99)

Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End 11-Pc. Stationery Set by DISNEY

This stationery set includes what every pirate needs to write home or to a friend. Included are two 9-1/4” x 12” portfolios, an 8” x 10-1/2” theme book, a memo pad, a zippered pencil pouch, three No. 2 pencils, a sharpener, a ruler and an eraser. Launch date: May 2007. 7/25/2007 (Price: $14.50)

Swing Cards® by Santoro London by RUSS BERRIE

These award-winning dynamic 3D interactive Swing Cards from Russ® are a charming way to get your point across! Not only does each card pop out easily from an envelope into amazing 3D shapes, but each also has a multiplicity of moving parts that allow the objects in the center to swing back and forth. With over 60 designs, there is surely a style for everyone! All cards measure 5-3/4" wide by 7-3/4" tall and include a blank space for personal message. Russ is the exclusive U.S. Distributor. 7/13/2007 (Price: $3.50)

My Invisible Diary by MAZEOLOGY

With this special diary, kids write with invisible ink markers and then shine the UV mini-light on the page to read what they’ve written. Each set comes with a locking 240-page diary with two keys, a mini UV-light and two invisible ink pens in a 6.5” x 7” x 1.5” magnetic-closure keepsake box. Varieties include Fairy, Castle, Princess Pea and Merlin. “A perfect gift, the My Invisible Diary sets combine the secret elements of invisible ink with a personal diary and a special keepsake box decorated with beautiful artwork,” Elizabeth Carpenter of Mazeology told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 1, 2007. ( Watch Video) 7/6/2007 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Butterfly Scrapbook by AE WHOLESALE INC.

This girly scrapbook is full of glam and is a great way to store mementos. The kit includes stickers, glitter, shining gems and a pens, so that girls can decorate and personalize this keepsake. The book measures 13.5” x 1” x 11.75”. 6/25/2007 (Price: $16.95)

Keeping In Touch With Grandparents Kit by GOOD BUDDY NOTES

This delightful stationery kit helps kids stay in touch with their grandparents and encourages letter writing. Each kit contains 10 fill-in postcards, two sheets of color scrapbooking stickers and a small booklet entitled “Grandparents Are Great!” — all with illustrations by artist Shelley Dieterichs. The kit also fosters childrens’ appreciation of their grandparents. 6/25/2007 (Price: $8.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Lunchbox Notes by GOOD BUDDY NOTES

This set includes five small, 2”-square notes showcasing illustrations by artist Shelley Dieterichs. They are fun to tuck in a child’s lunch box, book or backpack — to just say hello, have a great day or good luck. The notes are blank inside and come with small square white envelopes. Girls’ and boys’ versions are also available. 6/25/2007 (Price: $3.50) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

From Joy - Holiday Card by AISHA & CO. LLC

Outside text:
"From Joy"

Inside text:
To the world! Wishing you infectious peace and love this holiday season.

CardSize:
L:8.5 W: 5.5

Cards Per Pack:
10 6/12/2007 (Price: $10.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Just the Two of Us™ Photo Frame by RUSS BERRIE

Congratulate the new Mr. & Mrs. with gifts designed just for the two of them! The newlywed couple will want to display their favorite photograph of “just the two of them” in this classic porcelain frame with raised hearts. Available in stores now. 6/8/2007 (Price: $15.00)

HEY UGLY! OX JOURNAL by PRETTY UGLY LLC

This quirky 96-page journal features an embroidered plush cover and Uglydoll Ox. It measures 6 3/8” x 7 1/8”. Launch date: April 2007. 6/5/2007 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

DIY Handmade Greeting Cards – Origami Butterfly by FINGER MAGIC

This butterfly origami card set includes easy-to-follow, full-color instructions, along with three sheets of two different designs (4.5” x 4.5”), six antennae to attach to the head of each butterfly, two decorative cards (5” x 5”), two yellow flatcards (5” x 5”) and four natural color envelopes (5.5” x 5.5”). The set makes six complete butterflies. "Finger Magic is pretty cool paper for pretty cool folding — we make it easy to love origami!" Designer Cindy Ng told TDmonthly. Launch date: April 2007. 5/21/2007 (Price: $14.99)

Fairy World Secret Keeper Treasure Box & Stationery Set by PEACEABLE KINGDOM

Secret Keeper Treasure Boxes & Stationery Sets include a mini notebook and mini pen, 20 fold-and-seal notes and 64 stickers packaged in a full-color three-drawer keepsake box. Each box is complete with lock and key and secret drawer. Mermaid and Groovy Girls themes are also available. Launch date: May 2007. 5/7/2007 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Hey Ugly! Fold & Mail by PRETTY UGLY LLC

UglyDolls and Chronicle Books have teamed up to create UglyDoll airmail — just write, moisten, fold and stamp, and these little monsters will be on their way to friends and family. The 40-sheet stationery pack measures 7-1/8”W x 10”H and consists of five designs. Launch date: March 2007. 5/4/2007 (Price: $8.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]