November 2007 New Toys — Plush

Zibbies – Lily Ladybug by PLAY VISIONS INC.

This friendly-looking ladybug sprung from the imagination of author Stephen Cosgrove. Lily has a huge, welcoming smile and very stretchy, cool hair that can be strung out, tied up or twisted around. With the face of a cartoon character, Lily is sure to inspire a whole collection of Zibbies. Those who adopt Lily can look at the Zibbies website to learn more about her story and her extended Zibbies family. 8/20/2007 (Price: $7.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Holiday Tote with Black Scottish Terrier by DOUGLAS CUDDLE TOYS

This tote carries must-haves, might-needs, and a soft, black Scottie dog. Other holiday tote styles include the Snowman Tote, Penguin Tote and White Scottie Tote. “Douglas’ new purses are on the cutting edge of design,” Douglas Company Marketing Manager Erika Radich told TDmonthly. “Douglas’ attention to current fashion trends and expert use of details to augment styles is what sets us apart…. The new tote idea is a simple shape that has been taken to a higher design level.” Launch date: September 2007. 8/20/2007 (Price: $13) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Marshmallow Baby Polar Bear by DOUGLAS CUDDLE TOYS

This baby bear is a new sitting up, yet floppy ultra soft style plush. He is 15" long and an arm full of fluff with the most endearing expression. Launch date: September 1, 2007. 8/20/2007 (Price: $17.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

NASA Astronaut Bears by TIMELESS TOYS

These astronaut bears come in two varieties: an 8-1/2" bear that retails for $9.00 and a 13" musical bear that plays "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star" and retails for $26.00. 8/17/2007 (Price: $9.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bear With Sweatshirt by HERRINGTON TEDDY BEAR COMPANY

This 13” floppy-style bear is available with your choice of an embroidered name drop on its hooded sweatshirt. The sweatshirt is available in 21 distinct colors, and the teddy bear is available in either old-fashioned honey-colored fur or pink chrislon fur. Lettering is available in six different font styles and eight different colors. “All of our plush teddy bears are designed and handcrafted to insure the highest quality and consumer appeal. They all come with a free certificate of authenticity,” President Chris Herrington of Herrington Teddy Bear Company told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 2007. 8/16/2007 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Donkeys by FIESTA

Fiesta’s collection of donkeys includes this 18” gray donkey with reins and a saddle bag and this 18” brown donkey with reins and a colorful Mexican blanket. “Realistic and educational value as well as decorative and play value,” set these plush friends apart, according to Marketing Consultant Suzanne Hammond of Fiesta Toy.  “Also, [they’re] perfect for imaginary play … sit your favorite teddy bear or doll on these cute donkeys.” Launch date: July 2007. 8/16/2007 (Price: $18.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Kenana Knitters Critters - Sitter Critter Mini Critters by DWELLING LLC

The Sitter Critter Mini Critters include a duck, a turtle, a warthog and a hippo, ranging in size from 21” x 15” to 19” x 31”. Each critter is made in Kenya and completely hand-knit from 100% wool, mixed with all natural dyes. Kids can sit on these critters, rest their heads on them, and drag them around as they see fit. Launch date: June 2007. 8/15/2007 (Price: $130.00)

Ragdoll Cat by FOLKMANIS INC.

Put side-by-side with a real, live cat, it would be hard to tell the difference from this puppet. True to its breed, this cat looks and feels like the living feline — floppy, relaxed and almost boneless. It is made of long, spiky plush in browns and tans with white paws and face, and has a long, fluffy tail.
— This relaxed feline garnered a TDmonthly Top Toy 2007 award for its realistic fur and overall appearance, as well as its friendly persona. It’s a loveable creature that kids can carry around while “speaking” to others by manipulating its mouth.
—  As of 05/13/2011 this product had 4.7 out of 5 stars from 13 reviews on Amazon.com. Cons: One user said that the eyes looked "demented and pretty scary" and that "Its little mouth is red and open, as though ready to take little nips out of me while I sleep."

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Crème Puff Frog by FIRST & MAIN INC.

This non-toxic, non-allergenic plush toy is handcrafted by skilled artisans with the highest attention to detail. It is 12” long and has an embroidered face. ( Watch Video) 8/9/2007 (Price: $12.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Land Before Time - Chomper by PLAYMATES TOYS INC.

This is one of three 12” to 13” cuddly, soft plush characters based on “The Land Before Time” television series on Cartoon Network. Littlefoot and Cera are also available. Launch date: June 2007 (Littlefoot and Cera); August 2007 (Chomper). 8/9/2007

The Land Before Time - Cera by PLAYMATES TOYS INC.

This is one of three 12” to 13” cuddly, soft plush characters based on “The Land Before Time” television series on Cartoon Network. Littlefoot and Chomper are also available. Launch date: June 2007 (Littlefoot and Cera); August 2007 (Chomper). 8/9/2007

The Land Before Time - Ducky by PLAYMATES TOYS INC.

This is one of four 6” to 7” bean bag plush characters based on “The Land Before Time” television series on Cartoon Network. Each hangtag features a character-specific story, highlighting their unique personalities. Cera, Chomper and Littlefoot are also available. Launch date: June 2007. 8/9/2007

The Land Before Time - Littlefoot by PLAYMATES TOYS INC.

This is one of four 6” to 7” bean bag plush characters based on “The Land Before Time” television series on Cartoon Network. Each hangtag features a character-specific story, highlighting their unique personalities. Cera, Chomper and Ducky are also available. Launch date: June 2007. 8/9/2007

Bedtime Puppet - Puppy by ANGEL DEAR

This 10”-tall soft and furry friend is machine washable. Other styles of the plush puppet include pink lamb, bear, pony, monkey, elephant and giraffe. 8/9/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Animal Nursery Support Pillow - Giraffe by ANGEL DEAR

This soft pillow supports babies during nursing and helps them as they learn to sit up. It has a removable cover that is machine washable and also comes in lamb, elephant and pony designs. 8/9/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Hugg-A-Planet - Moon by HUGG-A-PLANET

This environmentally friendly plush ball details the complex lunar landscape and landing sites for NASA and Russian expeditions, as well as the differences between the near and far sides of Earth’s closest star. It is 4” in diameter and includes 100 labels. ”The moon takes [children] beyond the world they know and encourages them to learn about things they can't see. Perfect for any age and any mood, they can sleep with it at night, play catch with it during the day or read over the maps with mom or dad,” Three Girls Media & Marketing, Inc. told TDmonthly. Launch date: March 2006. 8/9/2007 (Price: $9.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

A Token of Friendship™ Cup O' Sunshine by RUSS BERRIE

Perfect for growing a little happiness, each of these cheery ceramic message mugs comes with a fun removable plush potted flower inside. Take it out and there’s an embroidered message on the pot ready to convey get well wishes, encouragement, and more. Launch date: September 2007. 8/9/2007 (Price: $12.00)

Ty Girlz – Jammin' Jenna by TY INC.

This 14” soft-sculpt doll is dressed in the latest trend-setting fashions that can be mixed and matched, and each Ty Girlz outfit comes with complementary accessories. The dolls have soft, realistic hair that can be easily combed and styled in numerous ways. Their clothes, hair and makeup are coordinated in monochromatic hues for a distinctive look, and the dolls are accompanied by a 3-D interactive virtual world. Launch date: July 2007. 8/9/2007 (Price: $12.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ty Girlz – Classy Carla by TY INC.

This 14” soft-sculpt doll is dressed in the latest trend-setting fashions that can be mixed and matched, and each Ty Girlz outfit comes with complementary accessories. The dolls have soft, realistic hair that can be easily combed and styled in numerous ways. Their clothes, hair and makeup are coordinated in monochromatic hues for a distinctive look, and the dolls are accompanied by a 3-D interactive virtual world. Launch date: July 2007. 8/9/2007 (Price: $12.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ty Girlz – Pretty Patti by TY INC.

This 14” soft-sculpt doll is dressed in the latest trend-setting fashions that can be mixed and matched, and each Ty Girlz outfit comes with complementary accessories. The dolls have soft, realistic hair that can be easily combed and styled in numerous ways. Their clothes, hair and makeup are coordinated in monochromatic hues for a distinctive look, and the dolls are accompanied by a 3-D interactive virtual world. Launch date: July 2007. 8/9/2007 (Price: $12.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ty Girlz – Cute Candy by TY INC.

This 14” soft-sculpt doll is dressed in the latest trend-setting fashions that can be mixed and matched, and each Ty Girlz outfit comes with complementary accessories. The dolls have soft, realistic hair that can be easily combed and styled in numerous ways. Their clothes, hair and makeup are coordinated in monochromatic hues for a distinctive look, and the dolls are accompanied by a 3-D interactive virtual world. “Our patent-pending design, quality, price, fashions, detail and virtual Girlz world, set us apart from the rest,” Marketing Manager Dana Scott-Turkovich for Ty Inc. told TDmonthly. Launch date: July 2007. 8/9/2007 (Price: $12.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Danny Boy - Black Scotty Rocker by ZEIGER ENTERPRISES INC.

Danny Boy, black Scotty, looks so real, he almost comes alive for kids. He's already assembled, straight from the factory, and was handcrafted in Poland. 8/7/2007 (Price: $139.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Nana Star Doll by ee publishing & productions, llc

The world of Nana Star brought to huggable, snuggable, lovable life! Crafted with love and extra-special attention to details that Little Twinkles will appreciate, the sweet and oh-so-very-pretty Nana Star doll is just right for playtime, storytime, or bedtime. She even comes with a baby star for Twinkles to care for! ( Watch Video) 8/7/2007 (Price: $21.99)

Beary the Bear by WARM BUDDY COMPANY

Beary was inspired by the Spirit Bear of British Columbia, and comes with a removable inner heat pack that can be warmed in the microwave. Beary comes in two sizes with three color options. Baby Beary, the smaller, has an MSRP of $24.95. Proceeds from the sale of all Beary the Bears go to bear rehabilitation centers. Launch date: August 2007.
— At Canadian Parents, Joyce reported that Beary the Bear has become a bonding tool for her daughter and granddaughter. Cuddling the warm bear helps her fussy granddaughter quiet down for bedtime.
— Lena of Listen to Lena highlighted the bear’s fine sewing detail, natural heat/cool pack and soft snuggliness even with the pack inserted. Her testing revealed that when heated, the bear “cooled off completely in less than one hour, thereby eliminating the fear of child overheating.” 8/7/2007 (Price: $34.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Plush Backpack - Frog by KREATIVE KIDS INC.

This adorable roller backpack is made with soft plush material. The cute stuffed animal in the front comes off and has a zipper pocket on its back for extra storage. It includes a locking mechanism to keep the handle bar up and is great for school or travel. It measures 14” x 10” x 6”. “This product combines the functionality of a roller backpack with the fun of a plush toy into one. Kids can carry books or clothing wherever they go, while the plush toy makes a great play companion,” Accounts Manager David Cheng told TDmonthly. 8/7/2007 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]