TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Collectibles Product Category

20" HaBEARdashers Vineyard Bear by VERMONT TEDDY BEAR

Hand tailored from deep-red cotton sateen stitched with a gold vine pattern, this decorative bear is a huggable alternative to a throw pillow on a couch or bed. Like all Vermont Teddy Bears, this HaBEARdasher bear is handmade in Vermont and guaranteed for life. 6/14/2010 (Price: $99.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Small Bouquet of Bears by VERMONT TEDDY BEAR

This "bouquet" features three fragrant Bears nestled in a bright pink flower wrap and tied with a white ribbon. Each bear is approximately 14" tall and features its own signature scent, including Watermelon, Strawberry and Vanilla Cupcake. The fragrance is guaranteed for up to two years, and the bears are guaranteed for life. 6/14/2010 (Price: $69.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Peace Heart Pendant by GENERATION Z LLC

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. 6/14/2010 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Star Trek: The Original Series - Series 05 by DIAMOND SELECT TOYS

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. 6/11/2010

Mr. Spock Be@rbrick by MEDICOM TOY CORPORATION

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. 6/11/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Captain Kirk and Uhura Be@rbrick 2-Pack by MEDICOM TOY CORPORATION

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. 6/11/2010 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Swarovski Be@rbrick by MEDICOM TOY CORPORATION

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. 6/11/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Charm It! Water Shoe Charm by HIGH INTENCITY CORP.

This dazzling charm attaches to Charm It! bracelets or necklaces for a bit of fun and sparkle.
— Charm It! Charms were on the top-10 best seller list at Dancing Bear Toys in Asheville and Hendersonville, N.C., in June 2010, as reported by Sarah and Erika Evers, owners and sisters. “These charms are very tastefully done, and they are the right price point,” they told TDmonthly. “They’re also adorable, and you can start a child with a couple charms and they can add on over time.”
—     ''Every day, we sell a bracelet and two charms, and on the weekends, it's more,'' Gwen Bowden, manager of Doodlehopper for Kids in Springfield, Va., shared with TDmonthly in the fall of 2010. 6/8/2010 (Price: $6.00)

Iwako Cow Eraser in Six Colors by BC INDUSTRIES

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. 6/7/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Iwako Pig Eraser in Six Colors by BC INDUSTRIES

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.” 6/7/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bandit-O's Glow-in-the-Dark Stretch Bands by FASHION ANGELS

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. 6/7/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Carved Wooden Animal Pens by OPTIONS INC.

These pens are carved from wood and painted in vibrant colors to depict a wide variety of fun animals.
— “We carry a ton of different animals to choose from. It’s not your typical ink pen!” said Manager Katie Harris of Key West Toy Factory in Key West, Fla., of these best sellers in May 2010. 5/27/2010 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pullback Fighter Jets by DARON WORLDWIDE TRADING

A variety of designs are available in this pullback fighter jet collection from Daron.
— Katie Harris, manager of Key West Toy Factory in Key West, Fla., listed these planes as best sellers in May 2010. “Boys love to collect them,” she told TDmonthly. “They are affordable and fun toys that fit in any suitcase.”
— In a August 2014 survey, two out of 10 retailers told TDmonthly that die-cast planes were one of their best-selling die-cast toys. 5/27/2010 (Price: $6.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wooden Yo-yo by MAPLE LANDMARK WOODCRAFT CO.

These hardwood classic yo-yos are assembled by Maple Landmark from domestic parts.
— Yo-yos with the Key West Toy Factory logo were top-10 best sellers at the store in May 2010, according to Manager Katie Harris. “These are classic items that everybody loves no matter their age,” she told TDmonthly. “Learning new tricks or practicing old ones with kids is perfect with the indestructible natural wood yo-yo we sell.” 5/27/2010 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

"Letters to Santa" Wooden Puzzle by AMERICAN PUZZLE COMPANY

The classic children's holiday story is told in a multi-layer wooden puzzle. 5/25/2010 (Price: $16.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

"The Iron Horse" Jigsaw Puzzle by AMERICAN PUZZLE COMPANY

This wooden traditional-cut 98-piece puzzle is contained in a wooden frame and is suitable for display. 5/25/2010 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

P-51D Mustang 1/48 Die Cast Model: Lt. Col. Glenn Eagleston, 354th Fighter Group, 1945 by Hobby Master

Replicating "Feeble Eagle," the P-51D Mustang flown by 18½-victory ace Lt. Col. Glenn Eagleston, has the following features: engraved panel lines; a detailed cockpit with a sliding canopy and a removable pilot figure; a rotating propeller; movable wing flaps and an opening radiator coolant scoop; two styles of removable drop tanks; optional-position landing gear; and authentic markings, including Eagleston's trademark eagle on the fuselage and victory symbols. It has a 9.25" wingspan and includes a display stand. "[The] 1/48 scale Mustangs reach a whole new level of accuracy with this limited edition release from Hobby Master," Sarah Broadwater, Marketing, Historic Sales, told TDmonthly. 5/14/2010 (Price: $62.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

1:64 Auction Block Series 12 by GreenLight Collectibles LLC

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. 5/14/2010 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Faith Bands � Shaped Rubber Bands by SWANSON CHRISTIAN PRODUCTS

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. ( Watch Video) 5/12/2010 (Price: $2.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Barbie Pink Label� Alice in Wonderland Mad Hatter Doll by MATTEL INC.

Tim Burton brings his unique take on a favorite story to the Disney film "Alice in Wonderland." Here, the Mad Hatter doll wears a costume exactingly re-created from the movie and showing off the character played by Johnny Depp. The doll has a top hat that frames his cartoonish features, and curly red locks that contrast with his colorful costume. 5/11/2010 (Price: $49.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ghost Nano Train by IDL MOTORS

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. 5/3/2010 (Price: $89)

Be@rbrick Series 18 by MEDICOM TOY CORPORATION

These bear-shaped figures feature designs from Tetris, Terminator Salvation, Sanrio, Nickelodeon and other. MediCom has reached out to designers to create the "paint mask" for the figures and has started a "toy fever" among fans and collectors. The assortment of designs varies from series to series. 4/28/2010 (Price: $83.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Slander Snake 4-Inch Purple Edition by Joe Ledbetter by KIDROBOT

Joe Ledbetter's Slander Snake reminds of the balance of nature and the importance of a good breakfast.
Packed safely away in a full-color window box, this deceptively cute snake holds a surprise in its tummy: a freshly eaten mouse. Slander Snake slithers into homes as a 4” vinyl toy. 4/28/2010 (Price: $29.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Gloomy Bear 5-Inch Threat Edition, by Mori Chack by KIDROBOT

The naive child Pity adopted Gloomy Bear as a cub, thinking he could domesticate the cute little guy. Unfortunately, that cuddly pink exterior had Pity fooled. Standing at an imposing 5”, Gloomy Bear is thirsty for blood and primed to attack in this latest vinyl iteration of Mori Chack's vicious icon. 4/28/2010 (Price: $29.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

De La Soul 3-Pack, 3-Inch by KIDROBOT

To celebrate their seminal debut album “3 Feet High and Rising,” legendary hip-hop group De La Soul teamed with Myong Kurily and KidRobot to create this limited-edition set of 3” vinyl figures. Each comes with distinguishing accessories: Trugoy handles business with a briefcase and glove, Merc rocks the crowd with his microphone and designer glasses, and Maceo bobs to the beat with his headphones. The "Plugs" arrive in futuristic space travel boxes, symbolizing their mission to take hip-hop to the stratosphere and beyond. Limited to 1,000 sets worldwide. 4/28/2010 (Price: $50.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]