DoodleArt was originally launched in 1972 and the do-your-own-color-thing instantly became a worldwide craze that lasted through the 1980s. Fantastic family activity, kids’ project, or hobby. Sturdy, long-lasting posters stand the test of time.   All Posters and Mini Kits come with 12 non-toxic, dual-tipped markers (calligraphy tip and fine tip). Intricate designs provide up to 70 hours of creative activity. Choose from five 24” x 34” full size poster designs (Butterflies, Flowers, Jungle, Prehistoric, Fairy Tales) or two Mini kits each containing four 11" x 14" posters.

DoodleArt was originally launched in 1972 and the do-your-own-color-thing instantly became a worldwide craze that lasted through the 1980s. Fantastic family activity, kids’ project, or hobby. Sturdy, long-lasting posters stand the test of time. All Posters and Mini Kits come with 12 non-toxic, dual-tipped markers (calligraphy tip and fine tip). Intricate designs provide up to 70 hours of creative activity. Choose from five 24” x 34” full size poster designs (Butterflies, Flowers, Jungle, Prehistoric, Fairy Tales) or two Mini kits each containing four 11" x 14" posters.

Create a mini-pillow with a Flatsie pet. Includes pre-cut holes and materials for easy sewing and a kid-safe needle. These hand-made pillows are a great for home or travel. Package: 8.25”W x 10.5”H x 2.75”D. Peggable/Shelvable. Finished product: Approximately 11”W x 8”H. SKUs: Cat, Owl.

Everyone loves cupcakes! Now girls can create a deliciously cute keepsake in four mouth-watering flavors. Includes pre-cut holes and materials, embellishments and a cupcake stand for display. Package: 4”W x 5.25”H x 4”D. Peggable/Shelvable. Finished product: Approximately 4”H. SKUs: Strawberries & Cream, Berrilicious, Mint Chocolate Chip, Sprinkles Surprise.

Create beautiful dolls with My Best Friend Dolls. Includes easy-to-follow instructions, pre-cut holes and materials for easy sewing, kid-safe needle and a birth certificate. Package: 6.25”W x 8.5”H x 4.75”D. Peggable/Shelvable. Finished Product: Approximately 12”H. SKUs: Blonde, Brunette, Redhead.

My Studio Girl is the newest Arts & Crafts line by University Games for the creative side of every girl. My Studio Girl inspires Creativity, Self-Expression, and Empowerment. My Studio Girl offers numerous activities for girls to ‘Create, Play and Display!’ These easy-to-make Sewing Kits, Air Dry Dough Sculptures, Paper Maché Keepsakes and Activity Playsets are great fun to create and even more fun to collect or give as gifts. Each activity comes with multiple themes and styles and include easy-to-follow instructions, ‘kid-safe’ materials, easy-to-merchandise packaging.

Kids are naturally drawn to the highly visual and easy to use touch interface on the iPad. The many educational, artistic and entertaining apps available for children increases its value for parents who want to inspire their young creative minds. Keeping the iPad safe and secure by enclosing this in a traditional easel means parents can be relaxed about giving their child access to the tablet.

This play sand is made up of regular sand and a special non-toxic compound that makes it sticky - but only to itself. This means that kids can use it just like wet sand, while grownups don't have to worry about it making a big mess. The sand is also waterproof, so kids can make water features in their sand castle without having to worry about the castle washing away.
— In a August 2014 survey, two out of 10 retailers told TDmonthly that Kinetic Sand was their best-selling toy.
— In a November 2014 survey, two retailers told TDmonthly that Kinetic Sand is one of their store's best-selling educational toys.

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Take an exciting adventure with Dusty and his friends. The activities include Magic Pen® Painting, Invisible Ink and Sticker Puzzles. The Special Pen reveals the invisibly printed pictures. The Special Pen also produces a rainbow of colors instantly. Unscramble the stickers to create a surprise picture.
Book 1: Each book includes 24 pages of fun and a special pen.
Book 2: Each book includes 24 pages of fun, a special pen and 2 jumbled sticker puzzles.

Etch-N-Press lets you make creative greeting cards, pretty posters and awesome artwork.  Use the etching tool to create cool deigns on foam shapes.  Add paint to the roller and roll it over the foam template.  Press the foam template, paint side down, onto a piece of paper to leave a mirror image of your design.

Toolbox jewelry is the first ever hardware jewelry kit that teaches kids how to make amazing industrial jewelry from the provided shiny nuts, star washers, fasteners with cord, satin ribbon, beads, and earring wires. Simple instructions transform these practical thingamajigs into super chic ­- and surprisingly pretty - jewelry. It's the perfect combination of functional and fabulous. Comes with 60 page book of instructions, over 200 nuts, washers and fasteners, three colors of cord, earring wires, beads, two colors of ribbon, resealable storage trays, slide-out work surface. Launch date: August 2013.

Spiral art pad has 12 sheets of colored foil and 8 adhesive art pages that are perforated for easy removal. The foil sheets are stored in a re-sealable bag that is attached to the spiral binding. Simply peel the yellow diecut areas on the pages, revealing the adhesive. Place the foil on the exposed adhesive and rub it onto the sheet using your fingertip. Pull excess foil away and see how beautiful your creation looks! Packaging is 6 ¼” x 8” x ½”.

This self-contained activity set includes 2 sheets of color your own character standees, 1 sheet of 4-color vinyl clings and 4 mini markers. The packaging opens to become a fold out activity scene. The standees and clings are stored inside the packaging and the mini markers are stored in a re-sealable blister attached to the cover. Packaging is 6 ¼” x 8” x ½”.

This activity set contains 6 activity pages, 6 blank pages, 6 mini colored pencils and 1 die cut sticker sheet. Packaging is 6 ¼” x 8” x ¾”.

Contains 5 dri-erase activity and game pages plus dri-erase marker. Packaging is 6 ¼” x 8” x ¾”.

Gummy treats you can mix up at home in no time! Just add water to the mix in the mold and make over 30 yummy, gummy treats and lollies in star, bear, cupcake and other sweet shapes. Includes 3 flavors of gummy powder, 7 molds, pipette, 4 lollipop sticks, spoon, and easy to follow instructions. Yummy gummy fun! The perfect party treat or anytime playtime fun.

Tape up the town. Create your own Tape Town by taping roads, ponds, and trees onto a paper landscape. Then add buildings and cars to your tapetastic town by bringing them to life first with colorful tape. Easy to tear tape in six colors and stickers makes it fun to create your own town. Decorate the paper landscape, then enjoy hours of interactive and creative play in one deluxe activity.
— In a July 2013 survey, two out of 12 retailers told TDmonthly that products from ALEX were their best-selling toys overall.

Make the coolest bag with metallic colored duct tape! Rip and wrap the duct tape to cover the presewn bag (the cardboard insert makes it easy). Then add charms to jazz it up! Large enough to fit books and school supplies. 8 rolls of tape, pre sewn pouch with strap, cardboard insert, stencil, non-stick paper and easy to follow instructions are included.

Why take just a plain old picture when you can have photo booth fun? Silly Me Photo Booth from ALEX lets you make all kinds of silly props, like a pirate face, silly glasses, scuba dive gear and more! Fun to make at a party and then take keepsake pictures for party favors! Glue and stick the paper shapes and decorate with straws, pipe cleaners and stickers. Easy to follow instructions included. Say cheese!

Combine art and science when you design your very own Volcano and create a cool chemical reaction. Use plaster and paint to turn a domed base into a realistic Volcano. Add a tube, funnel, and squeeze bottle so you can control the size and timing of the eruptions. Create your chemical mixture with vinegar and baking soda. Add fake gravel and red coloring to make foaming lava. Perfect for science fairs or home crafting projects.

Create a Plush rainbow pillow. Follow a simple numbered legend and use the stylus to punch glittering fabric – no sewing required. This fabric-by-number kit contains special glittering fabric pieces, meaning your rainbow design is certain to shine.

Cut, rip, and Decoupage dozens of amazing accessories. Use patterned paper to create headbands, pendants, earrings, and more. Decorate with feathers, glitter, stickers, and over 13 yards of ribbon. Mix and match patterns for a completely unique look. The instruction booklet provides inspiration and step-by-step instructions to take you from beginner to advanced in no time.

Take a journey into a magical Fairy Forest. This whimsical box has three separate drawers to store all your treasured trinkets. Follow a numbered legend and add glittering jewels and tiles to complete a whimsical woodland scene. Featuring magical fairies and a wise old owl, this beautiful piece of room décor can be displayed for years to come.
— In an October 2014 survey, two out of 10 retailers told TDmonthly that Sticky Mosaics jewelry boxes were their best-selling jewelry item.
— In a January 2015 survey, two out of 10 retailers told TDmonthly that Sticky Mosaics was their best-selling arts & crafts line.

8 Lauri sea creatures for swimmingly good fun. Includes the much loved manatee and seahorse (7" long), and 8 laces with easy to use 1" tips. Can also be used as stencils.
— As of 1/17/2013 this product had 4.4 out of 5 stars from 7 reviews on Amazon.com.

Whilst the novel takes the reader to the past, 'Matilda's Keepsakes and Secrets' book brings the past into the present with a range of fun activities and things to do. Imagine Matilda’s world and make a Keepsake book you’ll treasure for ever. With lots of of Tudor-themed activities including recipes, fashion ideas and fun quizzes kids can explore Matilda's world alongside their own. Plan a Tudor-themed sleep-over with friends, make delicious Tudor treats, use Tudor-vibed hair and fashion ideas, or make a family tree. With so many things for kids to do with friends, family or on their own, there are hours of fun activities to enjoy. 88 pages of interactive projects and activities, with customisable pages to make the book your own. This hardcover, spiral-bound activity book was designed and written by P. S. Salmi, a masters graduate of the Royal College of Art and Fulbright scholar at the University of Southern California.