May 2010 Notable Toys — Designer Toys

Each UGLYDOLL has unique characteristics and Pointy Max is considered to be uncontrollable, unstoppable and incorrigible. Pointy Max also has a weakness for cheese and a blank page phobia. Karen Laureigh of Pretty Ugly LLC told TDmonthly, "These hip, huggable plush characters have distinct personalities that are sure to win your heart and are not a bit UGLY at all ... because UGLY means unique and special." Awards: Parent's Choice Award 2010. Launch date: 2010.

Picksey is an inter-dimensional being. He can be in many places at the same time and despite his ability, Picksey has a lot on his mind and seems to be stressed out all the time. Marketing Manager Karen Laureigh of Pretty Ugly LLC told TDmonthly, "Kids can help him keep his cool through hugs, kisses, and contributions to his chocolate bar fund." Awards: Parent's Choice Award 2010. Launch date: 2010.

Pugs OMG! is Fuzzy Nation's premier collection in a series of luxurious littermates as purses. Stella has a silver sequined body, fur pufflettes and black bead strap, red leather and crystal trimmed wings, and comes with gift/display box. She is approximately 9" long and 10" tall, has a removable fashion strap with 7" to 9" drop and four posable legs with a silver signature foot. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, called Stella, "our star. She's raw pug emotion." Launch date: 2010.

This small mouse is a fashionable plush with a soft gray body and pink calico ears, nose and feet. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, told TDmonthly, "This cute little mouse is just one of the three characters you can get in the Jumbledies collection. Perfect for all ages, the Jumbledies Mouse will make a great gift for spring." Launch date: 2010.

The Bodacious Bed is soft and features lots of bright colors and funky patterns. Manhattan Toy Manager of Marketing & Sales Julie Flann told TDmonthly this product is a, "super cute, Groovy Girls-themed and highly detailed bed that will fit any Groovy Girl doll perfectly." Launch date: 2010.

Becca looks like she just flew in from the garden, wearing a dainty pink and yellow dress with strappy, little pink shoes. Her hair is bright pink with blue highlights that match her wings and dress ruffle. Becca is part of the Special Edition Flutterflies collection with fantasy colored hair and detachable wings.  Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy told TDmonthly, "She'll make a great gift for any gal!" Launch date: 2010.

Tessa is excited for Spring and styled in pink, orange and maroon. Her outfit features floral pattern shoes, pink tights, polka-dot shoes and a striped tank. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, told TDmonthly, "Groovy Girls always find a new way to stay groovy. Tessa is one of five in the brand new T doll collection." Launch date: 2010.

Thora is ready for a Spring day out with friends. She wears a bright yellow dress with matching shoes. Her dress is highlighted with blue and pink ruffles and screen-printed blue butterflies. Also, her long hair is accented with pink highlights. Launch date: 2010.

Harper is a soft, classic doll who features a hip teal dress, orange poncho and tall tan boots. Lily Doll outfits are removable for fashion play. Launch date: 2010.

Astrid is a soft, classic doll who features a hip teal dress, orange poncho and tall tan boots. Lily doll outfits are removable for fashion play. Launch date: 2010.

This toy features three aliens that stack on one another. Each stacking ring has a different shape and sound including crinkle paper, a bell, and a rattle. All three and brightly colored and made of multiple fabrics. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales, told TDmonthly, "This line was designed just by Manhattan Toy. It features fun faces, colors and fabrics that baby is sure to enjoy." Launch date: 2010.

This classic soft doll features a pink dress and jacket with flower headband and sandals. Her outfit is removable for fashion play. Launch date: 2010.

The Alien Bobble & Stack is a roly-poly stacker. This toy features soft, colorful fabrics and ribbons and an alien that makes noises when pushed or batted. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, told TDmonthly, "This roly-poly stacker was designed by Manhattan Toy and has a variety of textures plus a squeaker, chime and ribbons." Launch date: 2010.

The Buggybu Playtime Busy Bug's bright colors and multi-fabric patterns offer visual stimulation, and its hidden noise makers include rattles, squeakers and crinkle paper that will perk up all little ears. Launch date: 2010.

Liliana is one of the three "sweet" fairies eager to delight. Liliana wears a bright orange and yellow dress with mushroom spots, green leggings and pink wings, and her orange hair is highlighted with a flower-shaped headband. Liliana is one of six Beneath the Leaf dolls, which are about 6" in height and highly detailed. All are from the forest, but their facial expressions are different — some appear "sweet" and some appear up to "mischief." Launch date: 2010.

This particular T-Rex is more adorable than it is scary. Squishables makes giant, round, fuzzy stuff animals. Aaron Glazer of Squishable.com, Inc, told TDmonthly that the T-Rex "wants only to cuddle and maybe nibble on your nose." Launch date: December 2009.

This tiger is part of Cardona's 2010 line of lifelike animals. The tiger is only one of the authentic-looking felines in the high-quality plush series, which includes lions, panthers, leopards, and other members of the animal kingdom. Launch date: 2010.

An animal menagerie, made from organic cotton and soy inks. These petite pillows or playthings are based on Victorian designs, and feature such animals as giraffes, pigs, gorillas, bunnies, owls, ostriches, zebras, and dogs.

PIPEROID is a paper craft robot designed and produced in Japan. The robot is made out of paper pipes with pre-drilled holes and marks to cut, fold, and connect the pipes without the need of glue or tape. All one needs is a pair of scissors, and with minimal assembly they can bring your own PIPEROID to life. It's "very easy to make - with only scissors and 30 minutes," Shinya Fujimoto, owner, Magnote, told TDmonthly. Awards: Good Design Award (2007). Launch date: 2009.

This stylish sillo purse has coordinating fabrics, a sturdy zipper and straps. It measures 10" — 19 " including strap. Launch date: Feb. 15, 2010.

This family set is designed for the Emerson House by brinca dada. The Modern Family is sleek, minimalist, and striking; the dolls' beauty is only matched by their equisite functionality. Not only are they posable and fully articulated, the dolls' biceps and calves flex realistically. The Modern Family turns playtime into an art.

This living room set serves as a collection of accessories for brinca dada's Emerson House. It creates the perfect atmosphere for entertaining guests, reading a good book or relaxing with family. The set features eleven pieces including TV console, lamps, HD television, sofa, chairs, coffee table, console, side table and rug. Launch Date: Spring 2010.

Cubebots's powerful hardwood frame can hold many poses, and his elastic-band muscles and durable wood limbs make him impervious to breakage. When it’s time for him to rest, he folds into a perfect cube. Designed by David Weeks. Made of sustainably harvested cherry wood. Watch Cubebot: Top-5 Video, Toy Fair 2010

Cate & Levi stuffed animals are all handmade and eco-friendly. Especially unique, each one is made from reclaimed wool whose colors and textures are individually selected. This one-of-a-kind Monkey stands between 16"-22" tall and is customizable by gender.