TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Creative Activities Product Category
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Tricky Video by
KLUTZDesigned to give children ideas for creative filming while using the home video camera, this book includes a slate to mark takes, outlines gimmicks and gags, and provides step-by-step instructions on cool techniques, such as staging disappearances or fight scenes (where no one gets hurt). The guide is authored by John Cassidy and Nicholas Berger.
— “It's the Klutz that sells best,” said Patti Tepper-Rasmussen, owner of
Learning Tree Toys in Oklahoma City, Okla., during an April 2009 survey of best-selling playsets and activity kits.
— “Klutz is probably still my No. 1 seller. They have lots going on,” Pat Jensen, owner of Northwind Kites in Anchorage, Alaska, told
TDmonthly.
— “I sell a huge amount of Klutz books,” said Amy Barrett, owner of Lasso the Moon Wonderful Toys in Helena, Mont., in spring 2009. 4/3/2009 (Price: $19.95)
Group Make A Plate by
MAKIT PRODUCTSThe Make A Plate® Kits are a great way to capture the imagination of the young artist in a usable product that is dishwasher safe and break resistant. A classroom kit that has enough templates for your child’s classroom or parties, each kit contains 50 drawing templates, 2 packs of markers, one order form, one pre-addressed return envelope, one instruction sheet and one label to expedite your order. Have one plate made or have all 50 made at once. You decide which ones and when, after you’ve created the design. Pay only for processing the artwork that you send to the Magic Factory™. Processing is only $5.95 per plate (CAN $7.95 USD). After all, teachers and families have been making memories and we have been making them special since 1969!
— In an October 2011 survey about best selling personalized and keepsake items, Kim Emigh, manager of e-commerce at
Growing Tree Toys in State College, Pa., told
TDmonthly that their top selling item is "The Make a Plate kit - hands down!" 4/2/2009 (Price: $7.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Incredible Treasure Hunts by
PARTY INNOVATIONS LLCThe Incredible Treasure Hunt Party Games are themed Treasure Hunt Party Kits that come complete with a beautiful wooden treasure chest, a set of themed clues, eight party invitations, and eight prize-filled loot bags containing more than 60 themed prizes. They are designed to offer everything parents need to host a fun and exciting party. There are three steps to set-up. First, hide the clues and treasure chest in the designated areas found on the Secret Hiding Places Guide prior to the party. Next, gather the party-goers around, and then, read the first clue aloud to start the Incredible Treasure Hunt. "The real wooden chest is a substantial and attractive piece that sets it apart from other games, and the cute characters, clever clues and multiple themes to choose from make it unique," Lisa Howard, CEO of Party Innovations, told
TDmonthly. Launch date: 2009.
( Watch Video) 3/31/2009 (Price: $49.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Felt Tales Pups in the Park by
BABALU INC.This Felt Tales play set includes 19 soft, safe pieces that allow children to create colorful scenes on the portable board that includes a carry handle. It measures 15" W x 12" H. Launch date: 2009. 3/30/2009 (Price: $19.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] PlayTown Mats™ Work-Home Collection™ by
MAIN STREET GARDENS INC.The Work-Home Collection offers both Worktown Mat™ and Hometown Mat™, offering a variety of fun platforms to support kids' imagination of work and home life. Launch date: April 2009.
( Watch Video) 3/24/2009 (Price: $44.91)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Window Paint "On Circus Ring" by
ORANGE ELEPHANTDecorate your window with fun circus creatures! This package contains 6 colors with glitters, 1 outline, patterns, PVC sheets. 3/24/2009
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Bathtub Paints by
ORANGE ELEPHANTThis set includes 4 tubs of bathtub paint in red, blue, green and yellow. Just squeeze and write! 3/24/2009
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Modelling Dough by
ORANGE ELEPHANTThis set includes 4 tubs of neon modeling dough in red, blue, green and yellow. Also available with glitter.
( Watch Video) 3/24/2009
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Bumble Bee by
A WISH COME TRUEThis Bumble Bee costume includes a lycra leotard and organza tutu. Wings and headpiece are included. The costume is available in sizes XSC, SC and MC. Launch date: May 31, 2009. 3/23/2009 (Price: $54.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] So Sweet Dress by
A WISH COME TRUEThe So Sweet dress features a stretch velvet bodice and glitter mesh over a satin inset, plus tulle over the organza skirt. It is available in sizes XSC, SC, MC and LC. "Our award-winning products have been proudly manufactured in the USA for over 15 years and use the finest fabrics and trims to create truly sophisticated dress up apparel," Renee Stojek, marketing director for A Wish Come True, told
TDmonthly. Launch date: 2009. 3/23/2009 (Price: $68.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Stitch-it Dolly Kit by
The Little ExperienceThis kit includes printed cotton canvas, a doll pattern, scissors, needle, thread and stuffing so that kids can make their own dolly. Awards: TDmonthly Top Toy 2009.
Where to Buy: Creative Kidstuff 3/23/2009 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]
Build-it Bird Café by
The Little Experience3 times award winning kit containing pre-cut wooden pieces, paint, glue and varnish to make a bird café. Even includes a splash mat to keep your surfaces clean 3/23/2009 (Price: $18.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Knit-it Elephant by
The Little ExperienceA great kit for children to learn to knit. With fully illustrated easy-to-follow instructions, knitting needles, yarn, stuffing and cute felt pieces to bring your elephant to life.
( Watch Video) 3/23/2009 (Price: $14.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Sticky Mosaics® All Stars by
THE ORB FACTORY LIMITEDBatter up with Sticky Mosaics®! Complete four fun filled pictures with our foil and foam stickers, then hang them on your wall. Includes four templates, four wall hangers, and over 2700 foil and foam sticky tiles.
( Watch Video) 3/20/2009
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Sticky Mosaics® Fairies by
THE ORB FACTORY LIMITEDBring your four favorite fairies to life with this shimmering decorate by number kit. Each picture is a different fairy to hang on your wall. Includes four fairy designs, over 3000 sparkling tiles and jewels, and four wall hangers.
( Watch Video) 3/20/2009 (Price: $17.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] My First Sticky Mosaics® Pets by
THE ORB FACTORY LIMITEDMy First Sticky Mosaics® bring all the fun of Sticky Mosaics® to pre-schoolers! Match shapes and colors to create your own mosaic masterpiece. Includes 5 templates, 5 wall hangers, and over 1000 sticky foam pieces. 3/20/2009 (Price: $10.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Acrylic Paints - Classic by
ORANGE ELEPHANTThis set of acrylic paints includes six classic colors in a tube-brush format. The paints may be used on glass, wood, ceramics and other surfaces. 3/19/2009
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Organic Play Dough Kit by
CLEMENTINE ARTThis kit includes six, 4-oz. containers of handmade soft dough made with organic flour, sea salt, cream of tartar, canola oil, natural plant and vegetable colors, natural scent extracts and natural preservatives. The lemon, orange, lime, strawberry, cherry and grape dough varieties are packaged with several different play dough tools.
Clementine Art products are available exclusively at Whole Foods stores through 2009. 3/19/2009 (Price: $38.00)
DIY Obama Action Figure by
JAILBREAK TOYSArtists can make this action figure of President Barack Obama their own, having the creative freedom to paint, decorate and display him as they wish. The figurine stands 6" tall and has 8 points of articulation. 3/18/2009 (Price: $14.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Kids Color Tissue Box® - Happy Birthday by
VANTISS CREATIONS LLCThis birthday-themed Kids Color Tissue Box® kit features birthday party-related illustrations such as confetti, balloons, and presents for a child to color in. Each Kids Color Tissue Box® kit includes 2 Coloring boxes, 4 Crayola® Crayons, and 2 packs of Hankeez Brand facial tissues, each with 80 SuperSoft 2-ply tissues in each pack. The tissue box size measues 4 3/8" x 4 3/8" at the base, and 4 3/4" tall.
( Watch Video) 3/17/2009 (Price: $7.99)
Kids Color Tissue Box® - Educational by
VANTISS CREATIONS LLCThis educational-themed Kids Color Tissue Box® kit features educational items such as alphabets and shapes for the child to color in. Each Kids Color Tissue Box® kit includes 2 Coloring boxes, 4 Crayola® Crayons, and 2 packs of Hankeez Brand facial tissues, each with 80 SuperSoft 2-ply tissues in each pack. The tissue box size measues 4 3/8" x 4 3/8" at the base, and 4 3/4" tall.
( Watch Video) 3/17/2009 (Price: $7.99)
Kids Color Tissue Box® - Fun Vehicles by
VANTISS CREATIONS LLCThis vehicles-themed Kids Color Tissue Box® kit features illustrations of different modern day vehicles such as cars, boats, and even helicopters for the child to color in. Each Kids Color Tissue Box® kit includes 2 Coloring boxes, 4 Crayola® Crayons, and 2 packs of Hankeez Brand facial tissues, each with 80 SuperSoft 2-ply tissues in each pack. The tissue box size measues 4 3/8" x 4 3/8" at the base, and 4 3/4" tall.
( Watch Video) 3/17/2009 (Price: $7.99)
Woodlands Wall Graphics by
WEE GALLERYThis set of eco-friendly, peel-and-stick, removeable wall art pieces features 47 decals, including a 16" deer, an 8" fox, six trees, 29 landscaping pieces, and more. The decals are made of polypropylene and can easily be repositioned without harming walls. 3/17/2009 (Price: $38.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] MAGNETIC PALS: Elephant by
GARDNER'S GATHERINGSThese magnetic paper dolls work well on any metal surface. They are wonderful for traveling. Take along a cookie sheet and they will store right on it. They won't slide off and get lost. No more hassle with the little paper tabs that are always tearing. No more slipping and sliding outfits that won't stay on the dolls. 3/11/2009 (Price: $13.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Color Me Rocket by
COLOR ME HOUSEA rocketship made of sturdy and durable 2-ply cardboard. There are no staples or sharp edges and the unit folds up flat for storage. A completed rocket measures 65" high by 51" wide (fin to fin) by 32" deep. The product folds flat for storage. For ages 3 and up.
( Watch Video) 3/6/2009 (Price: $49.95)
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