TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Gifts Product Category

Enamel Penguin Necklace by COOL JEWELS WHOLESALE FASHION JEWELRY

A brand new line by Cool Jewels ®, each enamel penguin pendant hangs on an adjustable silver ball chain.  Other animals in this new line include lions, tigers, meerkats, and more. 8/11/2011 (Price: $6.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Peace Woven Cuff Bracelet by COOL JEWELS WHOLESALE FASHION JEWELRY

These peace sign cuff bracelets are a new item from Cool Jewels.  Each dozen comes in an assortment of cuff bracelets. 8/11/2011 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Cat's Eye Rhinestone Heart Necklace by COOL JEWELS WHOLESALE FASHION JEWELRY

This heart pendant hangs on an adjustable silver snake chain.  Each necklace has an assortment of cat’s eye beads and multi colored rhinestones. 8/11/2011 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rhinestone Owl Necklace by COOL JEWELS WHOLESALE FASHION JEWELRY

This rhinestone owl necklace comes on an adjustable silver snake chain necklace. 8/11/2011 (Price: $8.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Hanging Out Wooden Sign by NOONTIDINGS INC.

This adorable little boy is enjoying hanging out with his best friend and dangling from the tire swing in his backyard.  It brings back wonderful childhood memories for all of us.  This exclusive wooden sign, Hanging Out, is 15" high x 10" wide. Perfect for the child's bedroom or grandparents spare bedroom. USA Made and can be personalized for an additional fee. Launch date: July 2011. 8/10/2011 (Price: $30.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Born to Golf Wooden Sign by NOONTIDINGS INC.

Our little golfer is ready to take on the sport of golfing. This exclusive wooden sign, Born to Golf, is 15" high x 10" wide. Perfect for the child's bedroom or grandparents spare bedroom.  USA Made and can be personalized for an additional fee. Launch date: July 2011. 8/10/2011 (Price: $30.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wild Child by RECESS MUSIC

Recess Music, a company that strives to awaken kids to the magnificence of our planet through albums of earth-friendly music, announces the release of Wild Child, the fourth in its award-winning “Celebrate Earth” series of CDs.  Singing the praises of African fauna, the 14 tracks of Wild Child showcase a variety of musical contributions by a sampling of today’s most gifted kids’ musicians, including Jack Grunsky, Anna Moo, and Danny Adlerman. "Sales of Wild Child will benefit Roots and Shoots, the children's division of the Jane Goodall Institute," Elizabeth Waldman Frazier, publicist at Waldmania PR, told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 2011. 8/10/2011 (Price: $11.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ted Jacobs - Back to the Garden by HOUSE AT THE CORNER MUSIC

Parents' Choice® Award winning musician/composer Ted Jacobs is dedicated to presenting exquisite acoustic musical settings of the world’s most beloved poetry. His third studio CD, Back to the Garden,is a collection of songs based on poems from Robert Louis Stevenson’s A Child’s Garden of Verses.  More than ten years in the making, this album is a companion to Jacobs’ award-winning recording, A Child’s Garden of Songs. "Back to the Garden affords a perfect antidote to urgent schedules and electronic fascination, providing time and space for children to reflect, dream, and imagine while they nurture their creativity with music that’s an ideal match for Stevenson’s poems," Elizabeth Waldman Frazier, publicist at Waldmania PR, told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 2012. 8/10/2011 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

16” Beanpod with two 6” Beandolls by LALEI LLC

Includes one 16" green Beanpod, and two Beandolls. The Beandolls are soft and cuddly. The Beanpod can be hung from a loop on its end. Each Beandoll represents a different cultural theme and has a special symbol on it (the meaning of which is explained on its tag). 8/10/2011 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Gentle Giraffe Poufs by CLOUD B

What’s a pouf? It’s a round, cuddly, over-stuffed plush. It can be used it as a pillow, for home decor or as a huggable friend for little ones. Comes in 3 sizes: 12 inch - $14.95, 10 inch - $10.95 and 7 inch - $8.95. Each size sold separately. Launch date: June 2011. 8/10/2011 (Price: $14.95)

Twilight Ladybug Poufs by CLOUD B

What’s a pouf? It’s a round, cuddly, over-stuffed plush. It can be used it as a pillow, for home decor or as a huggable friend for little ones. Comes in 3 sizes: 12 inch - $14.95, 10 inch - $10.95 and 7 inch - $8.95. Each size sold separately. Launch date: June 2011. 8/10/2011 (Price: $14.95)

Twilight Turtle Poufs by CLOUD B

What’s a pouf? It’s a round, cuddly, over-stuffed plush. It can be used it as a pillow, for home decor or as a huggable friend for little ones. Comes in 3 sizes: 12 inch - $14.95, 10 inch - $10.95 and 7 inch - $8.95. Each size sold separately. Launch date: June 2011. 8/8/2011 (Price: $14.95)

Sleep Sheep Poufs by CLOUD B

What’s a pouf? It’s a round, cuddly, over-stuffed plush. It can be used it as a pillow, for home decor or as a huggable friend for little ones. Comes in 3 sizes: 12 inch - $14.95, 10 inch - $10.95 and 7 inch - $8.95. Each size sold separately. Launch date: June 2011. 8/8/2011 (Price: $14.95)

Wishing Watch by WISHING WATCH

Who hasn’t checked a clock or watch to see “11:11” staring back at them? Search 11:11 on Facebook and Twitter or ask just about anyone and you will learn that 11:11 is the ideal time to make a wish. Enter Wishing Watch, the fashionable, fun jelly band accessory that makes wishing easy and exciting with its daily alarm at 11:11a.m. Wishing Watch is available in seven hot colors and is water resistant. Launch date: August 2011. 8/5/2011 (Price: $11.11) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pork Chop Kids by PORK CHOP KIDS

Legwarmer + Sock = Pork Chop Kids.  Gives the coverage of tights, but do not have to take them off for diaper changes and potty breaks. Functional and fashionable accessory. 6 months - 8 years old. Launch date: October 2008. 8/5/2011 (Price: $15) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Infant or Tween Custom Designer blanket by MINKY COUTURE

The infant and tween blanket blankets are made of the high quality, unique of fabric.  Customers can select the patterned front, solid back, and ruffle or no ruffle. The majority of the minky fabric is 500-650 GSM. Exclusive prints are also available. "Our product is very unique in that you can select your fabric and different combinations for the front, back and ruffle.  You can use a tween blanket for many uses.... the crib, to travel in the car or by plane.  Great to throw on your lap to keep cozy and warm...Very popular with ages 2-13 years. Our infant blankets are sassy or traditional.  People notice and comment on the how luxurious and fun they are!!! We have larger sizes to put at the end of a toddlers bed or used as a comforter," Sandi Hendry, owner of Minky Couture, told TDmonthly.  Launch date: September 2009. 8/2/2011 (Price: $65) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Shalom Sesame: Grover Plants a Tree by SISU HOME ENTERTAINMENT, INC.

It’s Tu Bishvat. Grover, Brosh and Avigail get back to nature as they learn how to plant trees and make the world a better place. Launch date: January 2011. 7/26/2011 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Shalom Sesame: Chanukah - The Missing Menorah by SISU HOME ENTERTAINMENT, INC.

It’s time to celebrate Chanukah in Israel. Grover’s bringing the latkes and all is well until Anneliese gets caught in a game of tag with a chicken and loses her special menorah. Can her Muppet friends find the missing menorah in time to celebrate Chanukah? Launch date: October 2010. 7/26/2011 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Shalom Sesame: Welcome to Israel (DVD) by SISU HOME ENTERTAINMENT, INC.

Join Grover the blue monster and his new pal, Anneliese van der Pol, as they begin to explore the beautiful land of Israel. It’s an adventure they’ll never forget — full of fun, friends and flying falafel. Launch date: October 2010. 7/26/2011 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Shalom Sesame 12-DVD Boxed Set by SISU HOME ENTERTAINMENT, INC.

Shalom Sesame is a brand new series of 12 episodes from the creators of Sesame Street starring the loveable Sesame Street cast of furry pals, new friends from Israel and celebrities. Each episode introduces Jewish holidays, traditions and culture to viewers of all ages. Join Grover as he explores Israel, its people and places, and learns new things. Launch date: October 2011. 7/26/2011 (Price: $149.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Farm Animal Activity Mat by NORTH AMERICAN BEAR

Engage developing minds with active play to keep little wheels turning with curiosity.  Farm Animal Activity Mat is a complete gift-to-go that opens to reveal 12 familiar barnyard friends in tricot with their own silk-screened pocket prompting counting fun.  Features padded velour and cotton construction with zipper closure and appliquéd barn on front.  Handled carrying case 17” x 18½” is perfect for travel and can be hung as nursery or playroom décor. Launch date: February 2011. 7/11/2011 (Price: $75.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Royal Wedding 550 Piece Puzzle by WHITE MOUNTAIN PUZZLES

An estimated third of the world's population watched The Royal Wedding on April 29th, 2011. This puzzle shows Will & Kate, the Duke & Duchess of Cambridge, on their wedding day. Piece Count: 550. Piece Jigsaw Puzzle Finished Size: 24"x18". White Mountain Puzzles are made in the U.S.A. with recycled materials. 7/6/2011 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Baby Diner by LIL DINER

Baby Diner attaches to any smooth table top or structure and allows a parent or guardian to secure all types of smooth-bottom plates, bowls and any other dinnerware to prevent young children from accidentally knocking or throwing dishes on the floor. "Baby Diner can be used with all types of dishware such as: Ceramic, Glass, Plastic, Melamine and Stoneware dishes," Jesse Mills, Owner/CEO of Lil Diner, told TDmonthly.
Awards: 2009 Best of Utah. 6/27/2011 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Christmas Tree Mini Microbe Box by GIANTMICROBES

Merry Christmas Microbes! Tree Ornaments: Trim your tree with Common Cold, Brain Cell, Kissing Disease, E. coli and the limited-edition Red Amoeba, festively adorned with a Santa hat, reindeer antlers, winter scarf, candy cane, and mistletoe.
Launch date: November 2010. ( Watch Video) 6/24/2011 (Price: $24.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Goober Bear 11" by GUND INC.

Made of soft huggable plush fabric, Goober has a loveable face and silky chocolate-brown fur accented with cream-colored fur on his belly and muzzle. Measures 11" tall. Surface washable.
— In late Spring 2011, 30% of retailers surveyed by TDmonthly said that plush and puppets from Gund were best-sellers in the category. Mike DiAndrea, manager of Ace Hardware & Toy Center in Paoli, Pa., said he sells about 6 Goober Bears each month.
— As of 6/10/2011 this product had 5 out of 5 stars from 20 reviews on Amazon.com. 6/10/2011 (Price: $32.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]