October 2013 New Specialty Toys — Tween

Create your own amazing light show with these sets of mini finger lights. Each set includes four .75 x .5 inch lights with elastic bands. Each light projects a different color.
— In a Fall 2013 survey, two out of 12 retailers told TDmonthly that Lazer Fingers were their best-selling novelty toy.

Make colorful, chunky jewelry with Bling Blocks! Create looks that are uniquely your own by stringing Bling Blocks into necklaces and bracelets. Add sparkly touches to your designs! You can make a ring and earrings, too. Includes blocks, silver-colored beads, 1 block ring, sticky gems, satin cord, elastic string, earring hooks, jump rings, beading needle and easy to follow instructions.
— Joe Berardoni Jr., owner of Pun's Toys in Bryn Mawr, Pa., told TDmonthly in a May 2014 survey that ALEX-PANLINE is one of his store's top activity toy brands.
— Matt Peel, manager of Toys & Co. in Greensboro, N.C., told TDmonthly in a January 2015 survey that Alex Toys was their best-selling brand of arts & crafts toys.

Build and defend the King’s Castle with 7 minifigures, battering ram, tons of functions and the brave White Knight with fully armored horse. 996 pieces.

Set sail for fancy fun in the Dolphin Cruiser, a 2-story yacht with a waterslide that splits in half for playing inside with 3 mini-dolls. 612 pieces.
— Dalene Lockhart, owner of Toy Town in Casper, Wyo., told TDmonthly in a May 2014 survey that LEGO Superheroes and LEGO Friends were the best-selling construction toys in her store.
— In a November 2014 survey, two retailers told TDmonthly that LEGO was a best-selling line of toys.

This tote is layered in filmy fabric with hot pinks and zebra stripes! It is a trendy holiday purse for dress up or play.  The double straps and cording are made of pink satin with a fancy bow embellishment on the white satin edge. 8" wide.

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.