July 2010 New Specialty Toys — Collectibles

This necklace, which features a peace sign within a heart-shaped pendant, is worn by animated character Anni Zola in her music video. It is made of solid polished stainless steel and includes a 16" black leather cord with a spring clasp. The necklace comes in an embroidered Anni Zola velvet pouch. "All our products carry the message of peace," Zuriani Zonneveld, CEO of Generation Z, LLC, told TDmonthly.

This limited edition set features Captain Kirk, Scotty, and a Romulan. Kirk comes dressed in his green casual duty outfit, Scotty wears a red Starfleet uniform, and the Romulan, one of the oldest and longest-running villains in "Star Trek" history, wears a blue and gray outfit with black boots and a gold headpiece. Each figure in this release is in scale with previous DST "Star Trek" releases and features 14 points of articulation.

From Medicom's "Star Trek" series comes the Mr. Spock Be@rbrick. Based on the character from JJ Abrams' 2009 "Star Trek" film, the vinyl toy is available in small and large sizes.

From Medicom's "Star Trek" series comes the Kirk and Uhura Be@rbrick 2-pack. Based on the characters from JJ Abrams' 2009 "Star Trek" film, this limited-edition vinyl toy set comes packaged in a window box and was designed to complement the Mr. Spock Be@rbrick figure.

Originally designed for the French retailer Colette's Swarovski Exhibition, Medicom Toy's decadent Swarovski Be@rbrick comes encrusted in crystals and is available in small and large sizes.

These tiny puzzle erasers feature cute cow faces and bright pastel accents.
— In a June 2010 survey, three of 40 retailers told TDmonthly that Iwako erasers are a best-selling product.

Available in pastels, these pig erasers are collectible and have removable puzzle parts.
— Iwako erasers were best sellers at Dancing Bear Toys in Asheville and Hendersonville, N.C., in summer 2010. “These are so cute!” owners and sisters Sarah and Erika Evers told TDmonthly. “They are also inexpensive, and they pop apart and are like puzzles.”

Not only are these stretchy rubber bands are shaped like anything, from adorable animals and pretty butterflies, to fashionable shoes, clothes and rock star shapes, but they also glow in the dark. Tweens can stretch them, wear them, trade them, and collect them all.

The classic children's holiday story is told in a multi-layer wooden puzzle.

This wooden traditional-cut 98-piece puzzle is contained in a wooden frame and is suitable for display.

In a limited production run of 3,500 units, these authentic replicas of cars sold at auction feature opening hoods, detailed engines, real rubber tires, a metal body and chassis, detailed graphics and custom license plates. They are officially licensed by their respective automobile companies. "Each car has its own story of survival and accomplishments, bound to make any car enthusiast passionate," Marketing Coordinator Allie Rudd of Greenlight Collectibles told TDmonthly.

Swanson Christian Products offers more than 20 different design assortments of shaped rubber bands, with wholesale pricing as low as 60 cents per package depending on purchase quantities. The bands are formed in various shapes and colors including glow-in-dark and scented styles. They can be used as regular rubber bands, or collected and traded. They are designed to return to their original shape.

The Ghost Nano Train Action Dome is a cast resin art piece that employs a revolutionary technology to move a train smoothly around a very thin narrow track. It comes packaged in a secure Styrofoam nest that fits snugly in a decorative colored display box. Ghost Train Action Dome features the following: a medieval castle Illuminated from within; a steam locomotive and three train cars that have an eerie glow when viewed in subdued light; locomotive sound that can be silenced for quiet night time operation; and a quality, hand-blown glass dome that protects its contents from dust. The 110 �] 230 VAC 50/60Hz power adapter provides endless hours of enjoyment.

This hand-painted Black Bear by Papo is a high-quality animal figure. Operations Manager of Hotaling Imports Brian Shackelton told TDmonthly, "The design of all Papo products is realistic and natural, which enables you to experience the large variety of nature — from domestic animals on a farm to wild animals in the jungle." Launch date: March 2010.
— Papo Figures were best sellers at Figpickels Toy Emporium in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, in late summer 2010, according to owner Brett Sommer. “Customers love the quality and selection,” he noted.
— In a Summer 2011 survey, four out of 14 retailers told TDmonthly that Papo was their best-selling brand of action figure.

This second 1:64 Motor World release follows the same sub-series branding system that was created with the first assortment, with three individual product classifications — All-American Series, Classics Series and Speed Series. Each sub-series is uniquely reflected on the blistercard packaging. Allie Rudd, Sales and Marketing Coordinator at GreenLight Collectibles, told TDmonthly, "Motor World is an affordable collectible die-cast line that features vehicles from global car manufacturers. Well known domestic brands such as Cadillac, Chevy and Ford are paired with some of the most popular global car brands such as Jaguar, Lamborghini and BMW." Launch date: Apr. 2010.

Series 2 is composed of four different scenes, including Bullitt, Hot Pursuit, County Roads and Hitchin’ a Ride. The revised Bullitt scene features the two famous cars later in the chase scene, just as the crash occurs, complete with scrapes and bullet holes in the models. County Roads captures the spirit of the '60s with a light green Large Camper painted with peace signs and flowers. Hot Pursuit features the 2010 Mustang GT Convertible being pulled over by a Nevada Highway Patrol Dodge Charger, while Hitchin’ a Ride features the very first taxis made by GreenLight. Allie Rudd, Sales and Marketing Coordinator at GreenLight Collectibles, told TDmonthly, "These replicas feature opening hoods, detailed engines, real rubber tires, metal body and chassis, detailed graphics, custom license plates and are officially licensed by Ford, Chrysler Group LLC, Chevrolet, Warner Bros Entertainment Inc and the Chadwick McQueen and The Terry McQueen Testamentary Trust." Launch date: May 2010.

The County Roads Series 4 features an assortment of cars including the modern Ford Taurus, muscle cars such as the Pontiac Firebird and Pontiac GTO, not to mention old favorites — the Dodge Ramcharger and the Chevy C-10 truck. Since no back road would be complete without the local authorities present, the series is completed with a Laconia, New Hampshire Fire Chief car (an east coast township with an urban population of 16,210 and a rural population of 855). Allie Rudd, Sales and Marketing Coordinator at GreenLight Collectibles, told TDmonthly, "Collectors will appreciate our attention to detail as well as the fun familiarity that is woven throughout our County Roads series. This series truly illustrates the types of vehicles one would find driving through quaint towns and on the back roads of America’s rural municipalities." Launch date: Apr. 2010.

This Shelby GT500 is ready to take it to the track with a 5.4-liter, 32-valve, 540 horsepower V8 engine with 6-speed manual transmission, new aluminum wheel options and leather bucket seats. These replicas boast first-time GreenLight details including a hood prop, realistic hood hinges, multi-part lights, exquisite trunk detail, the “Premium” Interior package, cloth seat belts and flocked floors/trunk. The Shelby is available in Grabber Blue with White Stripes and Torch Red with Oxford White Stripes. Allie Rudd, Sales and Marketing Coordinator at GreenLight Collectibles, told TDmonthly, "To date, these beauties flaunt the most detailed engines GreenLight has ever offered." Launch date: Apr. 2010.

This linen-covered photo album features a cover print of a toddler girl in the rain, embellished with Swarovski crystals and completed with high-quality tassels in the binding.

This fun-filled educational book is written about two Shoulder Buddies, Breezee and Biffle, who plan to go to the School of Smarts. They want to earn their Feathers so they can fly. Readers take a journey with them as they try to help each other discover the Smarts that are right for them. The Book N' Buddy combo comes with the Breezee or Biffle Shoulder Buddy character attached. 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. Launch date: Feb. 2010.

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."