November 2013 New Specialty Toys — All

The Zip Shot Shooter shoots foam discs at lightning speed up to 25 feet. This 7" shooter comes with 12 discs. No batteries required. Ages 6 and up.
— In a November 2013 survey, Yamil Castillo from The Red Balloon Toy Store in Salt Lake City, Utah, told TDmonthly that Toysmith Disc Shooters of various styles are the store's best-selling flying toy.

Rotor diameter approx.: 8,5 cm. Running time: up to 5 minutes. Short recharging time: 15 minutes. Ready to Fly: Helicopter with built-in 3.7 V - 65 mAH LI-PO BATTERY, USB adapter, control set, 4 AA mignon batteries and a lanyard. INFRAROT TRI-BAND Technique (A/B/C): 3 frequencies available for uninterrupted gaming enjoyment. 3 Channel Controller. LED-Lights. Helicopter has rump parts made of ALUMINIUM. GYRO System
— In a November 2013 survey, Richard Gibson, owner of Learning Express of Newton in Newton, Mass., told TDmonthly that all types of Carerra helicopters are the best-selling aircraft toys in the store.

Create your own cool, colorful jewelry with the FunLoom Bracelet Making Kit! The kit includes an expandable loom board that lets you design and make stylish accessories such as bracelets, rings, hair bands, belts, necklaces and more. This creation station also comes with a hook, 600 colorful silicone bands, 30 closure clips and a step-by-step "How to Loom" guide.
— In a November 2013 survey, Diana Nelson, owner of Kazoo & Co. in Denver, Colo., told TDmonthly that Funlooms are a best-seller in their store

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The new 2014 Wyvern from Safari Ltd® will be sure to take you on one thrilling and unforgettable adventure! This hand painted figure measures 6” L x 6.75” W x 3.75” H (15 x 17 x 9.75 cm), and is suitable for ages 4 and up. All products are 100% guaranteed and phthalate and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Safari Ltd®’s 2014 introductions and more can be viewed and purchased online at safariltd.com

Learn about fruits and vegetables, the healthiest edibles, with the new 2014 Fruits and Vegetables TOOB® from Safari Ltd®! Packaged in a reusable acetate tube, this set contains eight figures: oranges, bananas, apples, pears, carrots, broccoli, corn, and artichokes. Hand painted figures range insize from 1.5" to 3" (4 to 7.5 cm) and are suitable for ages 3 and up. All Safari Ltd® products are 100% guaranteed and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Visit www.safariltd.com to view and purchase Safari Ltd®
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Hidden Pictures makes art appear before your eyes. This Sticky Mosaics kit is full of surprises. Follow a numbered legend and add tiles to 4 fun projects. Complete your picture to reveal one of 4 Wild Animals.
— In a May 2014 survey Sherri Stone, manager of Toys & Co. in Charlotte, N.C., told TDmonthly that The Orb Factory is their best-selling brand of activity kits. "Over a weekend, we could sell 30 pieces of Orb," she said - and 200/month of the whole line.
— In a January 2015 survey, two out of 10 retailers told TDmonthly that Sticky Mosaics was their best-selling arts & crafts line.

Follow a simple numbered legend and add sparkling jewels and sticky foam tiles to create 3 different 3D pets and their adorable accessories.

Follow a simple numbered legend and add over 2000 sparkling jewels and tiles. Includes 4 sparkling projects.

Follow a simple numbered legend and add over 2100 sparkling jewels and tiles. Includes 4 sparkling projects.

Follow a simple numbered legend and add over 2000 sparkling jewels and tiles. Includes 4 sparkling projects.

Follow a simple numbered legend and add over 2000 sparkling jewels and tiles. Includes 5 sparkling projects.

Follow a numbered legend and decorate 85 stickers with sparkling jewels. Personalize laptops, phones, lockers, books, and more. These repositionable stickers can be removed with no residue.

Each Keepsake Box comes in its own unique shape and features sparkling designs. Follow a numbered legend and decorate this box with 400+ sparkling jewels.

Each Keepsake Box comes in its own unique shape and features sparkling designs. Follow a numbered legend and decorate these boxes with 400+ sparkling jewels.

Follow a simple numbered legend and add tiles and jewels to this Magical Melody Music Box. This craft becomes a beautiful piece of room decor that plays pretty music each time it's opened.

Add over 75 glittering jewels to create a Sparkle Cuff.

Design and decorate two headbands. Add over 120 sparkling jewel pieces.

Create an Owl Pal Pillow with special glittering fabric pieces.  Use the stylus to punch pretty fabric pieces and create this beautiful no-sew craft.
Awards: 2014 TDmonthly Top Toy Debut Award
— Debbie Gray, owner of Bear and Friends in Johnson City, Tenn., told TDmonthly in a July 2014 survey that Orb Factory Plush Craft Pillows are one of their store's best-selling toys.
— Barbara Fineblum, owner of Barston's Child's Play in Baltimore, Md., told TDmonthly in October 2014 that this was one of her store's best-selling jewelry and accessories items.

Makeover your bedroom door with this working door chime. Use the stylus to punch pretty fabric – no sewing involved!

Loop, tie and knot Cute Cord Jewelry. Learn to tie beautiful knots using 5 different cords. Make headbands, bracelet’s rings, necklaces, and more! Add adorable Anchor charms for a trendy nautical theme. Instruction booklet will teach you how to make a simple double-cord knot, flat knot, heart pendant necklace, and more.

Twist, connect, and loop fiercely funky jewelry. Attach over 80 “O” Rings with elastic cord, jump rings, and earring hooks. Make earrings, bracelet’s rings, necklaces, and more!. Silicone “O” Rings come in 3 different sizes, are stretchy, colorful, and reusable. Includes instruction and inspiration booklet to take you from beginner to advanced in no time.

Knot, wrap, and tie Fabulous Friendship Bracelets. Wrap colorful embroidery floss around pearls, rhinestones, and more.  Add a button to create a cute clasp. These trendy bracelets are perfect for sharing with friends. The instruction booklet provides simple step-by-step instructions and tons of examples.

5.5” Rubberwood stirring xylophone. Wooden mallet stirred inside xylophone creates soothing soft sounds. Includes hanging header card.
— Crisi Chapman, co-owner of Dear Friends & Children in Duncan, Ok., told TDmonthly in a March 2015 survey that wooden instruments from Hohner are her store's best-selling eco-friendly toys.

6” eco-friendly Rubberwood tone drum with 4 grooved tone chambers that produce warm and appealing rhythms when struck. Includes child safe rubber mallet. Open box will hang.