TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Furniture & Decor Product Category

Cell Phone Stash Chair by LUMISOURCE, INC.

These wooden, plush foam-covered chairs double as both a comfortable sitting chair and a storage unit. Housed in each chair is a convenient flip-up storage unit that is great for storing important phone numbers, magazines, accessories and more.  The plush fabric cover is available in hot pink, blue, pink denim and blue denim. 6/25/2007 (Price: $80.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Paint Table With Stools by LUMISOURCE, INC.

This painter’s table is shaped like a paint pallet and features colorful paint splatter storage compartments for art supplies. The wooden set comes with two paint can stools that double as secret hideaways for books and toys. The stools have foam cushions upholstered in vinyl. “We just make sure that things are very bright and colorful,” Jacklyn Warrick, marketing coordinator for Lumisource, said of the company’s furniture. 6/25/2007 (Price: $129.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Intermezzo – 302 126 by DUTAILIER

From the Comfort Recliner Collection, this recliner is the only recliner on high legs that has a long glide mechanism. The recliner is made of Corky fabric in the color Champagne and features an Espresso-color finish. This item is available in five styles, six wood finishes and 30 micro-fibers. 6/22/2007 (Price: $999.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

My First Stove by ALEX BRANDS

Kids can cook up a mighty feast on this full-color, durable wooden stove top. It's perfect for little cooks in the kitchen. When they're done, they can remove the back so that the stove turns into a storage box for cooking and playing accessories. The open stovetop measures 12" x 11" x 11" and has won the Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Seal Award.
— "My best seller in furniture is probably kitchen sets. It kind of varies what people will buy, depending on the budget. I sell a lot of basic Alex wood stoves, for under $50, for gifts," said Nellie Fais, owner of Toy Magic in Bethlehem, Pa.
— "The less expensive ones, I sell maybe 12 a month. The bigger ones, I sell a couple a month," Fais said about sales of wooden toy stoves in her store.
— Two of 62 retailers TDmonthly spoke with in spring 2007 named Alex as a top brand in furniture and play houses. 6/15/2007 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Table & Chairs Set by MELISSA & DOUG

Every little girl will feel like a princess with Melissa & Doug's Table and Chairs Set. The table and two chairs are elegantly carved with scalloped edges and adorable heart cut-outs, and are embellished with delicately painted flowers and foliage. The set is the perfect size for fancy tea parties, playing “house” or even finger painting, as the table measures 20" H x 24" L. The chairs are 13.5" x 26.25" x 14".
— "I would say our best-selling furniture is the table and chair set that we have from Melissa & Doug," said Char Mcaulay, manager of Toy Town in Casper, Wyo.
— Seven of 62 retailers TDmonthly spoke with in spring 2007 said Melissa & Doug furniture is a hot-selling commodity in their stores.
— "A handful a year" was a common answer about sales of Melissa & Doug furniture that TDmonthly received from specialty retailers. 6/15/2007 (Price: $149.95)

Spindle Rocking Chair White by GIFT GIANT

This traditional white wood Rocking Chair is solidly constructed with spindle detailing on the arms and legs. The seat and the top of the chair can be hand painted to coordinate with the nursery or child’s room. With its heirloom look, it makes for the perfect gift as it can be passed down from one generation to another. The rocking chair is  16" x 23" x 26" in dimension.
— A "rocking chair" from "KidKraft" was among the best-selling furniture items in the store of Kristen Fennell, manager of Kids R Kids in Roxbury, MA. 6/14/2007 (Price: $45.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Flip Stool (natural) by KIDKRAFT

Sometimes the little ones need a bit of a boost and a sense of independence, and the Flip Stool from KidKraft is up to the task. A classic piece of furniture, the Flip Stool is handsome, tough, versatile, and easy to clean and carry. It can also serve as a chair. This stool is 12” x 7” x 12” in dimension, weights 4.14 lbs, is available in white or natural colors, and comes in a larger version, too.
— "The furniture of ours that’s probably the best [seller] is the step stool...from KidKraft," said Kristen Fennell, manager of Kids R Kids in Roxbury, MA, in the spring of 2007. 6/14/2007 (Price: $39.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Beleduc Patterns Wall Panel by HAPE

In this game, 36 blocks with three-color patterns need to be matched with the picture.  As children attempt to complete the puzzles, they will exercise their pattern- and color-matching skills.  Mess free and easy to mount, these wall panels are perfect for offices or waiting rooms. 6/12/2007 (Price: $49.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

See Thru Easel by JONTI-CRAFT INC.

This double-sided easel is perfect for both painting and drawing. Not only can children paint on both sides of the acrylic easel, but kids can also take advantage of the easel’s unique see-through quality and trace and outline anything from shapes to letters to objects.  Both sides of the birch frame feature mounted paint cup holders for storage convenience. 6/12/2007 (Price: $235.80) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Click-A-Mobile™ - SailFun Mobile by FLENSTED MOBILES

This mobile is perfect for a child's room, for a bathroom or for the summer cottage or even for a study. Hang the mobile out of reach of children. It measures 35x40 cm, 14”x16”. 6/7/2007 (Price: $36.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

BoomChair Gamer - Red by LUMISOURCE, INC.

This interactive chair hooks up to media devices to deliver dynamic audio blasts from interior speakers, pumping powerful audio waves through the body. It’s a unique way to experience video games, music and movies. The chair weighs 39 lbs. and measures 27" L x 17" W x 31" H. It also comes in blue and green. ( Watch Video) 6/5/2007 (Price: $150.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Soft & Sturdy™ Toy Box by THE STEP2 COMPANY

This decorative storage container combines plastic and fabric to make a durable toy box that is loaded with child-friendly features. 5/18/2007 (Price: $69.99)

Flip & Doodle Easel Desk with Stool by THE STEP2 COMPANY

Flip & Doodle’s dual design features an upright easel that folds down into a desktop. The art easel features a metal dry-erase board that can also fold down to create a large 13" x 20" work surface. The desk includes molded-in shelves, trays, cup holder and six multi-size bins for storage. It even comes with an 11” stool. This product is a 2007 Parent's Choice Award winner. Launch date: June 2007. ( Watch Video) 5/15/2007 (Price: $59.99)

Princess Chair by LUMISOURCE, INC.

This chair is a throne for every little princess.  The frame is textured with hot pink plush and is accented with two pale pink button-padded comfort zones.  Three pink puffs sit atop a crown shaped headrest, above an embroidered "Princess" script.  The base of the chair is enhanced with a silver-sparkled pleated pink tulle skirt.  The chair measures 14"W x 24"L x 32"H. 5/4/2007 (Price: $80.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

A Pirate's Life Storage Coat Rack by LC CREATIONS

Any little boy will want to put his coat and shoes away with this friendly pirate. The coat rack features four pegs for hanging coats, scarves and hats. The storage bench provides a place for him to sit while putting on or taking off his shoes and then gives him a place to store them. Adult assembly is required. The product can be cleaned with soft damp cloth. “This wonderful Pirate Coat Rack is a fun décor item for any room and offers a variety of storage options,” CEO Lisa O-Keefe of LC Creations told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 2007. 5/2/2007 (Price: $150.00)

My Tuffet – Children's Tuffets by SPRINGCLIFFE DESIGNS LLC

These unique whimsical footstools are finished with real shoes and socks. Each piece is handcrafted and very sturdy. The children's tuffets are 12" in diameter and 10.5" tall. They are fun accent pieces for children's rooms. The patent-protected product is also available in 8”-tall baby tuffets versions (MSRP: $69) that are 10" in diameter. They are perfect for shower, birthday and holiday gifts. “There are no other children's footstools on the market that have real shoes and socks for their leg supports. The shoes complement the fabrics,” Owner Nancy Brown of Springcliffe Designs told TDmonthly. 5/2/2007 (Price: $129.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

4 Foldable Playpen by KETTLER INTERNATIONAL INC.

Fold’s for easy storage, 3 position height adjustment. 4 Swivel locking wheels. Easy assembly. Integrated Vinyl Padded deck. Solid Beechwood. Deck available in 3 colors: #227-Blue, #337-Red, #577-Beige. Recommended Ages: Birth & up. 4/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Six Sided Wooden Playpen by KETTLER INTERNATIONAL INC.

3 Position height adjustment. 6 Swivel locking wheels. Easy Assembly. Integrated Vinyl Padded deck. Solid Beechwood. Deck available in 3 colors: #227-Blue, #337-Red, #577-Beige. Recommended ages: Birth & up. 4/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Junior Chair (Natural Finish) by KETTLER INTERNATIONAL INC.

Available in a light mahogany finish, this chair is sure to be a favorite. It allows a toddler to feel like a big kid being able to eat at the table like big brother or sister. The product features a removable safety bar, safety seatbelt and adjustable seat and footrest grows with a child. It is recommended for ages 10 months and up. 4/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

E Z Twist Organizer by PLAYHUT INC.

Kids can store toys, accessories, clothes and much more in the EZ Twist Play Organizer. This fun and safe organization box features detachable Velcro compartments, allowing up to six different compartments or one massive storage compartment for larger toys and products. Featuring colorful images of some of the most popular characters in children's entertainment, the Play Organizer features patented twist 'n fold technology for instant set up and easy storage, and includes handles for effortless travel. Launch date: Fall 2007. ( Watch Video) 4/18/2007 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ultimate Lockers by JONTI-CRAFT INC.

These stackable lockers feature four lower open lockers and four upper lockable lockers for plenty of storage space. With sturdy construction, safe edges and durable hinged doors, this storage solution is meant to last. In fact, these lockers come with a lifetime warranty, so customers only have to “buy the item once,” Nick Schwarz, director of marketing at Jonti-Craft, told TDmonthly Magazine. A special KYDZTuff^® finish keeps the lockers free of marks and makes the furniture easy to clean. 4/16/2007 (Price: $461.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Utility Cart by JONTI-CRAFT INC.

The Utility Cart allows children to neatly stack their play items or books and wheel their things from one room or location to the next. Easy to assemble and with a lifetime warranty, the cart is sure to last a lifetime — and beyond. Functional and practical, the cart features three large tier shelves that offer plenty of room, and deep trays so that items don’t come tumbling out. Like much of the Jonti-Craft catalog, the Utility Cart is designed on the core principle of “making safe, affordable and durable educational furniture,” according to Director of Marketing Nick Schwarz. 4/16/2007 (Price: $239.80) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Oval Animal Bag by BOON INC.

A fun and practical solution for storing stuffed animals and putting them to work, the Boon Animal Bag is an oversized, plush bag covered with large, zippered windows made of transparent, durable mesh. Children can fill the bag with stuffed animals of all sizes, and then use it as a soft seat. The bag is machine washable and earth-friendly because, unlike most beanbag chairs, it does not require foam fillers. It comes in pink and green. Launch date: December 2006. ( Watch Video) 4/13/2007 (Price: $60.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Learning Tower by LITTLE PARTNERS INC.

Constructed of sturdy, high-quality layered birch, The Learning Tower is solid and made to last. Its four-sided design and roomy platform foster both the child's and caregivers’ feelings of security and safety while enabling the child’s desire to be independent and inquisitive. To accommodate different aged children, the platform height adjusts quickly and easily. And its durable, high-gloss, natural finish cleans easily with a damp cloth. It can serve as a step-stool, a desk, a fort or even a puppet theater. The tower is available in its original Natural color, Rich Ebony, Soft White and Dark Cherry. This product is a winner of four national awards including Dr. Toy's Best 10 Active Toys Award, iParenting Media's 2007 Outstanding Products Award, Mr. Dad Father’s Day's 2007 Seal of Approval Award and a 2007 National Parenting Publications (NAPPA) Award. Launch date: 1998. ( Watch Video) 4/6/2007 (Price: $169.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Jeep Toy Box – Green/Tan by EXCEPTIONAL PLAYTHINGS

This soft jeep can decorate any child's space as both a functional toy box and fun toy. Made of wipe-clean canvas, it also comes in a Pink/Green Camouflage variety. Picking up toys has never been so much fun. The toy box measures 12"H x 25"L x 14"W. Launch date: June 2007. 3/19/2007 (Price: $70.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]