TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Novelties Product Category

Hey It's Fred Buttons by KAMHI WORLD

Fred Figglehorn, the first YouTube star to land 1 million subscribers, is the star of these buttons that come on a blister card with a standard butterfly hole. The pack contains four different 1.5" buttons: Oh My Garnet, Hey It's Fred, On Offense, and May Day. Launch date: 2009. 8/27/2009 (Price: $3.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bubbagum Everyday Candy Teeth by BUBBAGUM

Created for use year-round, these 100-percent edible teeth are ideal for parties, give-outs or everyday fun. "We are the original edible candy teeth," Colin Leier, manager of Triple Alliance LLC dba Bubbagum, told TDmonthly. Launch date: May 2007. 8/27/2009 (Price: $1.69) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rocket Ball by PLAYMAKER TOYS

This ball can bounce up to 50' high. ( Watch Video) 8/25/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Iwako Ice Cream Cone Erasers by BC INDUSTRIES

These tiny erasers are shaped like soft-serve ice cream cones and colored to match many flavors. The cones are even sculpted to resemble the waffle texture of the real treat.
— “They've just been out of control,” Casey Sartain, buyer at Tutoring Toy in Salt Lake City, Utah, told TDmonthly of Iwako Erasers. In July 2009, Sartain reported sales averaging 100 per day. 
— “Anything that's little is big. For example, the Iwako Erasers,” commented Sherry Phipps, owner of School Crossing in Williamsburg, Va., about her top-selling collectible toys in summer 2009.
— Six of 49 retailers pinpointed Iwako Erasers as a top seller in their stores in July 2009. 8/18/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

QT Charm - Bar Gymnast by QT CHARMS

This interchangeable charm features a full-color image and a round clasp. Full length including clasp is 1.5". Launch date: March 2004. 8/13/2009 (Price: $2.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

BoogieBOTS Edge Series: GeishaBot by Bigatron LLC

This wind-up character is designed to dance for 15 seconds and comes in "try me" packaging. It does not require batteries. ( Watch Video) 8/5/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Windmill Tape Dispenser 2 by WONIL INDUSTRIAL CO.

Designed for quick, simple cutting of Scotch-type tapes, this dispenser cuts large quantities of tape to a 3.8 cm length with a single rotation of the handle. It may also be used as storage for pens, scissors or name cards. The product is available in pink, light blue and yellow. 7/30/2009

DrinKlip™ by BEEEEN.COM

Designed by Been KIM, the DrinKlip is designed to clip right onto tables or desks in order to hold drinks securely without requiring surface space. It is available in a several different colors. 7/30/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Iwako Cake Erasers by BC INDUSTRIES

In extreme miniature, these multi-colored erasers are made to look like delicious gourmet cakes decorated with thick frosting and fruit slices. Each cake has six separate slices and comes in a round case. Four differently colored varieties are available.
― “The Iwako erasers seem to be a hot one,” said Pat Selby, owner of Calico Cat in West Bainbridge Island, Wash., about her top-selling items for girls in summer 2009.
― Deran Muckjian, owner of Catch a Falling Star, told TDmonthly in June 2009 that both locations of Catch of Falling Star sell 1,000 Iwako erasers per month. 7/24/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

SOGGS™ by XPLORYS BV

SOGGS™ are half a dozen (six pairs) fresh, free-range socks. They are available in three different designs: with stripes, stars and plain. In every box with striped socks, there are six different, fresh-colored pairs of striped socks. The free-range socks are available in one size, suitable for ages 0 to 12 months. Launch date: 2005. 7/23/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Pocket Referee by VRANEY INC.

The Pocket Referee is a conflict resolution tool that comes in the form of a shiny gold coin. The Ref comes packaged with a protective pouch and handy carrying clip that allows kids to keep it close by. This powerful tool helps teaches kids how to work out conflicts on their own without the help of parents or guardians. When a conflict arises that can only have one resolution (which TV show to watch, where to go for dinner) the holder of the coin can choose to get her way, which means she'll pass the coin on to her counterpart for the next conflict, or she can choose to keep the coin and pass the current choice over to the other child. In all situations both kids win. Also available in antique brass for MSRP $9.95.
Awards: Summer 2012 Tillywig Award Winner ( Watch Video) 7/23/2009 (Price: $12.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

B/O Fashion Mobile Phone by COSSTAR, INC.

This play phone has soft touch keys, operator voice, and ringing tone. Includes 2 x AG13 (Button Cells) batteries. 7/21/2009 (Price: $2.75) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Vazu™ Vase - RipRop Curved Green by TH+E DESIGN GROUP LTD.

This flat, flexible vase expands into a three-dimensional piece of art when filled with water, and stands upright while displaying flowers. Several designs are available in addition to this classic curved model. It has a tear-off top. 7/20/2009 (Price: $6.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The "Original" Tornado Tube by TORNADO TUBES

The Tornado Tube is a fun and educational toy! Create a tornado in a bottle and watch the the whirling vortex! Add colored water and glitter and enjoy both creative and educational play. Made in the USA.
— Mary Porter Green, owner of Curiosity Zone in Ashburn, Va., told TDmonthly in a March 2013 survey that they sell "dozens and dozens" of Tornado Tubes each month. 7/20/2009 (Price: $2.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Kooky Klickers - Hetherwick by COURAGE BRANDS INC.

Each uniquely designed, 6" Kooky Klicker character pen features a name, birth order and numbered holographic sticker. There are hundreds of designs available, each topped with brightly colored stringy hair that bounces and springs when kids write. "Fresh new characters coming out monthly add to the collectibility of the brand. Kids always have to have the next new krew," Melanie Ghiz, marketing manager of Courage Brands Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 2009. 7/19/2009 (Price: $3.49) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Original Gyro-Ring by FASCINATIONS

The Gyro-discs spin up to 1000 rpm. Just hold the 11" metal ring and strike the smaller, colored discs. As you rotate the ring, the discs begin spinning faster and faster, like mini-gyroscopes. At first, the challenge is to keep all the discs spinning. Once you can do this, there are several tricks and stunts to master. ( Watch Video) 7/16/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bubbagum Christmas Teeth by BUBBAGUM

This product features two front teeth and "is the only 100-percent edible Christmas Candy Teeth," Colin Leier, manager of Triple Alliance LLC dba Bubbagum, told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2008. 6/29/2009 (Price: $1.69) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Moody Bands by MOODY BANDS

The objective of this product is to allow children as well as adults the opportunity to clearly allow others to see how they are feeling. Each wrist band has a character and a mood in writing that shows emotional states. These wristbands are designed as a fun way for kids to learn about emotions, colors and how to connect with themselves and others through feelings. "Moody Bands are an ideal tool to be incorporated in any school curriculum. This product is perfect for children, but what sets Moody Bands apart is that adults of all ages love them as well," Naif J. Faris, president of Moody Bands, told TDmonthly. Moody Bands received a 2009 Dr. Toy Best Children's Vacation Product Award, a 2009 Toy Man Award of Excellence, a 2009 Toy Man E-Choice Award, and a 2009 Toy Man Seal of Approval. Launch date: September 9, 2008. 6/29/2009 (Price: $12.99)

Hall of Fame Toy Pack by POOF-SLINKY INC.

What if you could have four of America’s favorite classic toys packaged conveniently in one box? Well, you can! Look no further than the new Hall of Fame Toy Pack from POOF-Slinky®, Inc. This one-of-a-kind product contains the world's original metal walking spring toy the Slinky®, the world's #1 Yo-Yo the Duncan® Butterfly®, everyone’s favorite bouncy, stretchy, rubbery Silly Putty®, and a classic gold and green metal tin of Crayola® crayons. Each toy in this Hall of Fame Pack was picked for inspiring creativity and imagination in children and for being loved throughout generations. This, “USA Made”, pack of classic toys is great for kids, or the kid in you! All of these famous toys are inductees in the National Toy Hall Of Fame. For ages 5 and up. 6/25/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Light Up Slinky by POOF-SLINKY INC.

 6/25/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Golf Bag Loofah Kitchen Scrubber by LOOFAH-ART LLC

Loofah-Art products are made with 100-percent all-natural loofah (a sustainable agricultural crop) and dyed with vegetable dyes, making them bio-degradable, eco-friendly, non-toxic and compostable. The whimsy of the designs aims to help encourage children to assist with the dishes and wash their fruits and vegetables. "The unique, whimsical designs that attract consumers to buy our products is what makes Loofah-Art stand out. Once the customer is attracted to that, the 100-percent natural fabrication as well as the practicality and functionality of our scrubbers performance create a winning combination!" Anita Liwette, creator and co-founder of Loofah-Art LLC, told TDmonthly. "Because of their natural fibers, they scratch absolutely nothing!" Launch date: January 25, 2009. 6/11/2009 (Price: $3.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Snowman Loofah Kitchen Scrubber by LOOFAH-ART LLC

Loofah-Art products are made with 100-percent all-natural loofah (a sustainable agricultural crop) and dyed with vegetable dyes, making them completely bio-degradable, eco-friendly, non-toxic and compostable. "Because of their natural fibers they scratch absolutely nothing! The whimsy of our designs helps encourage children to assist with the dishes and wash their fruits and vegetables!" Anita Liwette, creator and co-founder of Loofah-Art LLC, told TDmonthly. Launch date: November 2004. 6/11/2009 (Price: $3.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Red Apple Loofah Kitchen Scrubber by LOOFAH-ART LLC

Loofah-Art products are made with 100-percent all-natural loofah (a sustainable agricultural crop) and dyed with vegetable dyes, making them completely biodegradable, eco-friendly, non-toxic and compostable. "The unique, whimsical designs that attract consumers to buy our products is what makes Loofah-Art stand out. Once the customer is attracted to that, the 100-percent natural fabrication as well as the practicality and functionality of our scrubbers' performance create a winning combination!" Anita Liwette, creator and co-founder of Loofah-Art LLC, told TDmonthly. This item was finalist for "Best New Product" at the New York Gourmet Housewares Show in October 2004. Launch date: May 2004. 6/11/2009 (Price: $3.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

theCRICKETtoy™ by KARDANDAK ENTERPRISES LLC

Whenever there is an awkward pause, individuals can push the button on the key chain-sized theCRICKETtoy™ to hear "Chirp. Chirp." (crickets chirping). "There really is no other item out there like this designed for those awkward moments. It's a great conversation piece and it gets people asking, "Hey, where did you get that?" That's GREAT marketing and branding with multiple impressions throughout the week!" Jeff Anderson, owner of Kardandak Enterprises LLC, told TDmonthly. Launch date: November 5, 2008. ( Watch Video) 6/11/2009 (Price: $5.00)

Chuckle Buddies by JUMPIN BANANA

Chuckle Buddies are motion-activated rolling and laughing plush friends. Once activated, the Chuckle Buddy will roll around from side to side three or four times, filling the room with an hysterical, contagious laughter. Once he stops moving, an individual simply waves a hand in front of the sensor located directly above the eyes to reactivate. There's an on/off switch located on battery compartment. The product required 3 AA batteries (not included). A Dog, Monkey and Cat are currently available, and other styles are in development. Launch date: February 2009. ( Watch Video) 5/22/2009 (Price: $20.00)