September 2009 Notable Toys — Plush

This small, fuzzy owl features an exterior of high-quality polyester fiber created from recycled plastic bottles. Launch date: Summer 2009.

Turny Burny are best friends and big-time trouble makers. Although, they insist it's all just a misunderstanding and that the trouble making is all being done by their doppelgangers from an alternate dimension. Do you ever get déja vu? Well, Turny Burny insists that every time you feel déja vu, there's a dimensional portal opening us somewhere. See, so those missing cakes and pies went through a portal, and these guys had nothing to do with it. Are you ready to take sides? Both? Turny Burny is available in four sizes, with MSRP from $6.00 to $50.00. Launch date: July 2009.

You'll never meet anyone more optimistic than Uppy. He's super positive — positive that the snack you have in your hand belongs to him, and that your bank account should be in his name. Uppy is sure of things — sure that you guys would make the perfect team, and that your team should make its way down to the bakery to order something really super delicious. You handle the money part and Uppy is sure he can do all the eating. "Uglydolls celebrate the individual and our imperfections. Beauty is skin deep, but Ugly is forever!" a representative of Pretty Ugly told TDmonthly. Launch date: July 2008.

Designed to encourage open-ended, creative play, colorful Smooshies plush feature mix-and-match parts — arms, legs, facial features, horns and more — that can be connected using the product's hook-n-loop tabs. Smooshies have received the following awards: 2009 Top Toy of the Year Award from Creative Child Magazine and 2009 Dr. Toy Best Vacation Children's Products Award.

This 9" tall beanbag Baby Bear can be toted in cars or strollers. He comes with an attached teething "cracker." Launch date: 2009.

Pull the fish on Baby's fishing pole and a European lullaby plays as Baby Bear reels in his catch. Baby Bear sits just 7" high. Launch date: 2009.

This 12" plush bear sports four pockets, each filled with an interactive toy: a squeaky fish, chirping bird, rattling squirrel and a teething "cracker." Each pocket is color-coded to its toy, to encourage children to learn teaching and matching. Launch date: 2009.

This Papa and Baby Bear duo are ready for a fishing excursion. They sport a removable fishing rod and flower, plus a wriggling fish in a tackle bag. Baby Bear can cling to Papa's legs, arms, head or woodlike tummy. Launch date: 2009.

This bright, licensed plush toy unfastens to become a pillow and unzips to reveal a yellow blanket with a colorful butterfly design. It is fashioned after Eric Carle's classic character, the Very Hungry Caterpillar.

In 2008, One World Projects began participating in a teddy bear distribution project in Afghanistan. For each teddy bear sold, another is donated to a child living in an orphanage or refugee camp in Afghanistan. Often, the bears are the first toy the child has ever received. The teddy bears are handmade by Children and Women Education Fund (CWEF), which started a few years ago in Afghan refugee camps to provide a source of income and instruction on women and children's rights.

These cuddly and colorful critters stand 7" tall, with a comfort and global message of helping little kids to become great big kids. "Queetles are equipped with a Talk Back Module, allowing parents to leave a comforting message inside, for playback," Donna, in human resources for Queetles, told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 15, 2009.

A multi-dimensional play toy, this cuddly plush also has an online personality unlocked by its unique code — the passport to the Webkinz website.  After purchasing the stuffed animal, a bright eyed Arctic fox with snow-white fur and a big bushy tail, kids can interact with their new friend online on a website specifically designed with their safety and interests in mind. Each animal comes with special items and favorite foods: the Arctic fox loves Winter Snow Crepes and exercises on its very own Frozen Tundra Treadmill.
―  “Webkinz continues to do well,” said Robin Ellerman, owner of Trains-N-Toys in North Canton, Ohio., in summer 2009.
―  “Webkinz, by Ganz. We sell a lot of those,” Jacque Flagg, owner of Jacque's Inc in Bryan, Texas, told TDmonthly in June 2009 when asked about best-selling girl gifts.

This soft, cuddly pillow is designed to provide companionship, a sense of security and lots of love. Offering neck support for toddlers, and a soft haven for any sleepy head, the medium-sized Cuddle Tooth comes in an assortment of color pockets. "Whether on a road trip, or crossing the big blue, you and your dreams will be comfortable with a Travel Tooth companion," Alana Zook, owner of Gappy Grin Gifts, told TDmonthly. Launch date: April 2008.

Twinkle Tooth is the smallest of the Tooth Pillow family. Twinkling felt bodies, available with light pink and blue back pockets, are designed to match their sparkling personalities. They love hanging around on doorknobs and bedposts, or hiding under their sleepy friend’s pillow at nighttime. Half-round back pockets keep lost teeth safe and secure until a tooth fairy or tooth mouse quietly come to trade with a little treasure. It also makes it easier for Tooth Fairies everywhere to find the tooth in the dark without the risk of waking a child. It is said that on a clear night you may look up at the skies above and see where some of these pearly whites end up.  "Gappy Grin Gift tooth pillows are cheering children up and turning their little frowns upside down every day. Tooth pillows are fast becoming favorite friends, making bedtime, naptime and traveling much more comfortable. In addition, they are encouraging dental dialog and helping children develop oral health habits long before they understand the importance thereof," Alana Zook, owner of Gappy Grin Gifts, told TDmonthly. Launch date: January 4, 2008.

These animals are made from excess fabric and irregulars and stuffed with reclaimed polyester mill scrap. The Penguin’s embroidered eyes and securely sewn-on hat are designed to make it safe for all ages. This product is made in the USA of certified organic fibers by Opportunity Threads, a 100-percent worker-owned cooperative in Morganton, North Carolina. Launch date: 2009.

Made from “less than perfect” Maggie’s Organics Solid Cotton Crew Socks, this first edition Maggie’s Menagerie Sock Monkey is made by a 100-percent worker-owned co-operative in North Carolina. These hand-sewn monkeys are one of a kind and are made with certified organic fibers. The colors shown are examples only and may or may not be available; therefore, these monkeys are sold on a "grab bag" basis only. Launch date: September 2008.

Designed by a mother and son team, these soft and funky pillows combine a variety of textures and fabrics, including sweater and stocking material as well as remnants from bean bags and teddy bears. Though sized differently, each of the 10 pillows in the range measures approximately 15" H x 14" L. Launch date: July 2009.

This soft and whimsical designer plush friend has cuddly fur and wears a smile at all times. She measures 7" H x 7.4" W x 11.7" L.

This ring rattle is made of cashmere-soft polyester and features a serene owl face.

Dittoze™ are adorable, fun, plush pets with the unique ability to record personal messages! Each of our cuddly pets will record a personal 12 second message and play it back. Great fun for children and a great way to send personalized greeting of "Hello, I Love You, Happy Birthday" and much more. Easy to record, easy to play and your message can be changed anytime!

Dittoze™ are adorable, fun, plush pets with the unique ability to record personal messages! Each of our cuddly pets will record a personal 12 second message and play it back. Great fun for children and a great way to send personalized greeting of "Hello, I Love You, Happy Birthday" and much more. Easy to record, easy to play and your message can be changed anytime!

Dittoze™ are adorable, fun, plush pets with the unique ability to record personal messages! Each of our cuddly pets will record a personal 12 second message and play it back. Great fun for children and a great way to send personalized greeting of "Hello, I Love You, Happy Birthday" and much more. Easy to record, easy to play and your message can be changed anytime!

Dittoze™ are adorable, fun, plush pets with the unique ability to record personal messages! Each of our cuddly pets will record a personal 12 second message and play it back. Great fun for children and a great way to send personalized greeting of "Hello, I Love You, Happy Birthday" and much more. Easy to record, easy to play and your message can be changed anytime!

Dittoze™ are adorable, fun, plush pets with the unique ability to record personal messages! Each of our cuddly pets will record a personal 12 second message and play it back. Great fun for children and a great way to send personalized greeting of "Hello, I Love You, Happy Birthday" and much more. Easy to record, easy to play and your message can be changed anytime!