TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Creative Activities Product Category

Felt Fashions Jewelry Tree by CREATIVITY FOR KIDS

This kit has everything needed to assemble and decorate a jewelry tree. Easy to assemble 14"" wooden tree features velvety flocking and fashionable felt accents. Bonus jewelry included too! The set includes assorted felt flower and leaf shapes to decorate the tree and bird, a wooden bird tree topper, assorted felt flower shapes for jewelry making, assorted wooden beads, three satin ribbons, one pair of 100 percent steel earring hooks, a bead threader, and double-sided adhesive dots. ( Watch Video) 4/16/2010 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Crayon Rubbings by CREATIVITY FOR KIDS

This coloring tray features five dimensional rubbing plates and markers. The set includes 20 printed sheets, 20 blank sheets of paper and 15 break-resistant jumbo crayons. ( Watch Video) 4/16/2010 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dainty Desserts by CREATIVITY FOR KIDS

Decorate six sturdy boxes with icing inspired trims and colorful felt accents such as cherry pom poms, glitter pain and a sprinkle of beads. The Dainty Desserts set comes with colorful felt, felt confetti, six colorful trinket boxes, chenille yarn, glitter gel, craft glue, scissors and assorted trims. The set includes a bonus 4.5" tiered dessert tray. ( Watch Video) 4/16/2010 (Price: $17.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Creative Power - 200 Blocks by COBI S.A.

Designed to be compatible with other popular brands of building toys, Cobi's snap-together building bricks are a familiar classic. Kids can build sturdy structures from simple walls to complex designs that will hold together through play and manipulation. The 200-piece set contains plenty of material to stimulate children's imaginations and motor skills.
— Picayune Toys in Dunwoody, Ga., is selling 50 to 75 Cobi sets per month, Owner Rebecca Goblish told TDmonthly in April 2010. Nathan McKelvey, manager of Toy Castle in Jonesboro, Ark., mentioned that the blocks were a hit for the 2009 holidays.
— Christine Osborne, co-owner of Wonder Works in Charleston, S.C. said that COBI building sets were a best-selling construction toy in her store when TDmonthly interviewed her in late Spring 2011.
— Want this? As of 05/10/2011, this product was available for purchase at Wonder Works 4/14/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Pig Board by SNOUT A PIG LLC

This cross between Pin the Tail on the Donkey and darts allows the user to take a snout peg and snout their enemies on the Pig Board. It can be played as a novelty party game, individually or used at the office. Snout A Pig founder Sue LoGuercio told TDmonthly, "There is nothing out there like it that is fun, satisfying, hilarious and therapeutic — which is harmless and not harmful." The Pig Board has been featured in the Oscar celebrity gift bags , the Teen Choice celebrity gift bags, and on the Ellen Show in 2010. Launch date: 2010. 4/14/2010 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fun on the Farm Imaginetics by INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC

Lightweight and portable, this small Imaginetics play set combines whimsical animal illustrations and a richly colored background with reusable, interactive magnets. Each image is backed with thin, flexible magnetic material, allowing pieces to be repositioned easily on the themed backdrop. Children can tell stories or invent games, and when finished the play set folds closed to protect and secure the pieces.
― “We sell a lot of Imaginetics,” said Jill Brown, buyer at Kidoodles in Norman, Okla., when asked about her best-selling travel items in spring 2010. Seven of 39 retailers surveyed by TDmonthly in March 2010 said magnetic play sets are their top-selling travel toy.
― In late Spring 2011 two out of 12 retailers surveyed mentioned Imaginetics as a best-selling travel toy.
— Want this? As of 05/06/2011, this product was available for purchase at Magic Box Toys. 4/9/2010 (Price: $4.99)

Party in a Box! by ARTISANDS

Party in a Box! includes everything a parent needs to throw a party for 8. Party in a Box! includes 24 of geometric Sandesigns, 14 tubes of vibrant colorfast sand, eight no-mess trays, eight frames and a tablecloth for quick and easy clean up. "We are very proud to say that all of our products are still 100% made in the USA," Kyna Pearson, ArtiSands office manager, told TDmonthly. Awards: Creative Child Magazine 2010 Top Toy of the Year Award
( Watch Video) 4/8/2010 (Price: $34.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

ArtiSands Vehicle Mini Kit by ARTISANDS

Vehicle Mini kit-ArtiSands Mini Vehicle kit includes nine(9) shaker tubes of sand and eight (8) pre-cut Sandesigns (Dump Truck, Cement Truck, Race Car and Train). Features non-toxic colored sand, 5x7 vinyl pre-cut Sandesigns, sturdy carrying box, and easy to handle shaker tubes. 4/8/2010 (Price: $15.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

ArtiSands Farm Mini Kit by ARTISANDS

Farm Mini kit-ArtiSands Mini Farm kit includes nine (9) shaker tubes of sand and eight (8) pre-cut Sandesigns (Barn, Rooster, Cow and Horse). Features non-toxic colored sand, 5x7 vinyl pre-cut Sandesigns, sturdy carrying box, and easy to handle shaker tubes. 4/8/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

My First Cooker Daisy's Kitchen by DJECO

My First Cooker from French company Djeco is designed as a cute and elegant kitchen playset. The set features a sink, oven and stove in a cheery yellow and green daisy motif with included salt and pepper shakers, pots, cooking utensils and other accessories.
— Although she was initially surprised by the small size of the kitchen playset, Greta Gard of Upscale Baby Blog found the compact size a boon when it came time to move the toy from one room to another. Greta also enjoyed the product’s easy assembly and bright, non-toxic paints.
— An Amazon.com reviewer reported that the set’s numerous play features, including moving clock hands and magnetic utensils, were very popular with her daughter. 4/7/2010 (Price: $99.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Playmobil Suburban Life - Kitchen with Dinette Set by PLAYMOBIL INC.

The Playmobil Kitchen with Dinette Set is great for use with Playmobil Suburban Life play sets. The Playmobil Kitchen is packed with accessories that allow the figures to put away groceries in the cupboards or fridge, make a meal on the stove, and serve and eat it at the dinette. Launch date: 2010. 4/6/2010 (Price: $35.50) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dry-Erase Travel Pack by CRAYOLA LLC

Kids can get all the fun of coloring in a neat, compact and portable kit. Use the washable, dry-erase crayons to draw and color on the included reusable activity sheets, then wipe them clean with the EZ-erase mitt. The pack includes four washable dry-erase crayons, eight reusable activity sheets, dry-erase case, EZ-erase mitt, and crayon sharpener. Launch date: 2010. 4/6/2010 (Price: $11.99)

Silly Monsters Quick Sticker Kit by PEACEABLE KINGDOM

The Silly Monsters Quick Sticker Kit includes three bodies (printed on both sides) with stands and over 45 stickers to decorate, mix and match for monster mayhem. It lets kids use their imaginations to create silly monsters. Stickers include eyes, noses, hair and mouths. Awards: Parent's Choice Award 2010. Launch date: 2010. 4/6/2010 (Price: $5.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Enchanted Fairies Quick Sticker Kit by PEACEABLE KINGDOM

This kit includes three fairy paper dolls with stands, three fairy wings and more than 150 glitter stickers. Donna Modrell, marketing and operations manager of Peaceable Kingdom Press, told TDmonthly, "Girls will love decorating and playing with these enchanted fairies. It's super simple sticker fun!" Awards: Parent's Choice Award 2010. Launch date: 2010. 4/6/2010 (Price: $5.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Owl Sewing Kit by KIT AND CABOODLE DESIGNS LLC

This craft kit allows one to create the Beaky Family: Mama Owl, Papa Owl and their little 'un. Young sewers can design their own color scheme from a selection of felt sheets (brights or pastels). The owls are approximately 3.75", 2.75" and 1.75" tall when sewn. The sewing kit makes all three owls and includes re-usable patterns and full instructions, wool felt (5 colors), stuffing, embroidery thread, buttons and needle. All the crafter needs to supply is tracing paper, scissors, pencil, pins and dried beans for balance. Owner Sarah Ketchley of Kit and Caboodle Designs told TDmonthly, "Kit and Caboodle Craft Kits are designed and developed to emphasize the natural, the reusable and recyclable and are ideal for the beginning crafter with scope for embellishment and personalization by those more experienced." Launch date: June 2009. 4/2/2010 (Price: $19) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wire Sculpture by CRYSTAL PRODUCTIONS

Peggy Flores shows examples of wire sculpture and how creating them teaches students the elements of line, space, and shape. She explores using different types, gauges, and colors of wire and the tools necessary to cut and bend the wire to create a sculpture. She begins by drawing an outline of a subject and plans adding form by bending, sculpting, and cutting the wire. "This product is unique because an art teacher demonstrates the sculpting process and finished examples are shown," said Amy Woodworth of Crystal Productions. Launch date: March 12, 2010. 4/2/2010 (Price: $29.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

OGOBILD-FLY by OGOSPORT, LLC

Make a Copter Ball, a Rocket Ball or a Glider Ball with the new OGOBILD-FLY. The soft bouncy rubber ball has 12 sockets that let you reposition and twist the wings to create your own flying creation. Part of the new OGOBILD Building Ball system from OGOSPORT. Can be combined with any of the other OGOBILD attachments offering a brilliant combination of active and constructive play. 3/31/2010

Straws and Connectors - 230 piece set by ROYLCO INC

Straws and Connectors are colorful plastic straws and connector pieces that are simple to use for hours of imaginative play. Children can make play houses and forts, design buildings, or even engineer spacecrafts with this design and build set. The package contains 230 pieces and includes an idea guide.

Past videos: Toy Fair 2010 ( Watch Video) 3/30/2010 (Price: $15.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Gelly Roll White by SAKURA OF AMERICA

Add accents and highlights with smooth, opaque, white Gelly Roll ink. Gelly Roll white is archival, waterproof, and fade resistant. This white ink is very bright on dark papers. 3/29/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Gelly Roll Stardust by SAKURA OF AMERICA

Gelly Roll Stardust captures the sparkle and glitter of stars to make handwriting extra-special. This pigment-based ink works best on light colored or matte paper surfaces. The rollerball pen is easy and comfortable to write with, and the chemically stable, waterproof, and fade proof ink will not feather or bleed through most papers. Also available in a special Stardust Clear which has no pigment, only sparkle. 3/29/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

American Girl Crafts™ Owls Sew & Stuff Kit by E K SUCCESS

Sew & Stuff craft kits teach young girls how to sew & create their own hand-stitched crafts. Kits come with felt, stuffing, sequins, full-color step-by-step instructions, and everything needed to make a stuffed toy. Assorted kits available. Launch date: 2010. ( Watch Video) 3/26/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

American Girl Crafts™ Starter Scrapbook Kit by E K SUCCESS

This starter kit introduces young girls to the art of scrapbooking. The kit includes an album, die cuts, stickers, templates, decorative embellishments, & easy to follow instructions. Launch date: 2010. ( Watch Video) 3/26/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Create Your Own Puzzle by OUTSET MEDIA

Now aspiring artists can create their own puzzles. These blank puzzles are made with high-quality board and are sturdy enough for paints. There are 3 additional sizes of Create Your Own Puzzles as well as the option of pencil crayons. The kit comes with 2 puzzles and a set of crayons. Create Your Own Puzzle makes a great gift for any age. Launch date: 2010. From Cobble Hill.
— In a Summer 2012 survey, two out of 12 retailers told TDmonthly that Cobble Hill (dist. by Outset Media) was a best selling brand of puzzles. ( Watch Video) 3/25/2010 (Price: $11.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

House of Fashion Design Studio by SMARTLAB TOYS

Step into the world of fashion to create entire collections using a custom light tablet and cling-type wardrobe pieces. The Style Guide and Look Book show you how to use simple clothing silhouettes and add color, pattern, texture and embellishment to create collections for your design portfolio. The kit also includes 45 traceable clothing and accessory clings, 10 markers, 12 pencils, an eraser, sharpener, color and fabric wheel, and a sketchbook. Launch date: 2010. 3/24/2010 (Price: $44.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Really Ridiculous Super Silly Game Time! by PEACEABLE KINGDOM

Kids can pick up a pen and get started laughing with this wacky book of activities. The tote includes two write-and-wipe pens, a clean-up cloth and 17 pages of fun activities to play alone or with friends. Launch date: 2010. 3/24/2010 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]