TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Novelties Product Category

Stretchy Mice and Cheese by PLAY VISIONS INC.

Made of stretchy material, this 2" block of cheese is home to two mice that can be moved around to the different holes. 10/30/2008 (Price: $5.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Lulu Kooky Klicker Pen by COURAGE BRANDS INC.

Each hand-painted Kooky Klicker features a distintive personality and fun design. The 5" characters have rubbery strands of hair and a metal clip. ( Watch Video) 10/30/2008 (Price: $3.49) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pull-back Mini Copter by TOYSMITH

Kids just pull back this 2.25" helicopter and watch it glide along the ground. 10/30/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Giant Pez Star Wars Darth Vader Gold Edition by BRAND NEW PRODUCTS LLC

Over 12" tall. Includes 6 packs of PEZ and plays the Star Wars theme. 10/27/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bubble Blast Disney Fairies by BRAND NEW PRODUCTS LLC

Sugar-Free gum tape in 3 different flavors. Available in 6 different collectible versions. 10/27/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Love Bites Message Pops by BRAND NEW PRODUCTS LLC

Lick to reveal the hidden message. 10/27/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Boing! Jack-In-The-Box Snoopy Gumball Machine by BRAND NEW PRODUCTS LLC

Snoopy Gumball Dispensing Jack-In-The-Box. Plays music and dispenses edible gumballs. 10/27/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Cookies for Santa Plate by GOOD BUDDY NOTES

This 10" melamine plate features illustrated letters by artist Shelley Dieterichs, spelling out the word COOKIES for Santa. Launch date: October 15, 2008. 10/27/2008 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

FunToSee Snowflake Room Stickers by FUNTOSEE LTD.

Silver shimmery Snowflakes from FunToSee are the simplest way to create beautiful feature walls or simply add a tasteful touch of color and fun around a room or on furniture. Easy and fun, removable and re-usable, and splash-proof and washable, a package of 30 FunToSee Snowflakes provide hours of holiday decorating fun. The product is "re-usable and will not damage walls," Elizabeth Marquis, account director for Serendipity Communications, told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2008. 10/27/2008 (Price: $10.50)

Top Race by Îlot 307 inc.

Top Race promises hours of racecar thrills. Players send the racing cars down the track, ready for anything in their quest to get to the top of the podium, and use the advanced rules to thwart their opponents. They go on to win if they bet on the right drivers. The easy-to-learn game was created by German designer Wolfgang Kramer. Launch date: September 2008. 10/27/2008 (Price: $40) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

I Betcha by Îlot 307 inc.

Each player receives a card that lists three secret challenges to be carried out during the play period in front of other players without getting caught. With family or during a party, players then try to expose other players in order to win. The small box takes up little counter space and is easy to take along. Launch date: March 2008. 10/27/2008 (Price: $15) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Claresa's Fairy Treasure Stones for Boys by CLARESA THE FAIRY

Magical fairy dust reveals the fairy's treasure. Kids read Claresa's story of Fairy Treasure Stones, follow her instructions, and in the morning, the stone's treasure is revealed. The product is made in America. Claresa is "a fairy that is dedicated to bringing fun, imagination and quality into the lives of little fairy believers. Claresa has the highest standards because she believes they are an extension of her and a representation the fairy world," Clare Grindy, owner of Claresa the Fairy: Authentic Fairy Gifts, told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 11, 2003. 10/27/2008 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mommy and Me Tuffets by SPRINGCLIFFE DESIGNS LLC

The Mommy and Me collection features one-of-a-kind pieces and makes wonderful gifts for "Daddy's Girls." Both are made from the same fabric and coordinated with appropriate shoes. The company loves doing custom work and is happy to work with any décor. The "handcrafted, one-of-a-kind, whimsical footstools ... are finished with REAL shoes and socks," Owner and Designer Nancy L. Brown told TDmonthly. This product was named a 2004 Best New Product at the New England Products and Trade Show. Launch date: October 2008. 10/27/2008 (Price: $379.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Glee Gum by VERVE INC.

Glee Gum is all natural chewing gum made with sustainably harvested rainforest chicle. It comes in EIGHT great flavors: cinnamon, peppermint, tangerine, bubblegum, spearmint, triple berry, sugar-free lemon-lime and sugar-free refresh-mint. Glee Gum is the #1 healthy alternative to synthetic chewing gum and bubble gum. 10/8/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bank in the Form of a Pig by AREAWARE

This resin creation comes with chrome or gold plating. It is a bank cast from a pig that died a natural death and will hold more than $10,000 in bills Dimensions: 5.25" x 10" x 18". Allie Shartle of Areaware told TDmonthly the  product is "a modern interpretation of a classic piggy bank." 10/2/2008 (Price: $95.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wooden Top by NAEF SPIELE LTD.

This spinning top, with a diameter of 4 cm, is available in pear, maple, cherry, walnut and plum woods. 10/2/2008 (Price: $8.50)

Boinks Buddies Fish by ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES INC

Made of durable plastic, this "pocket rocket" flies when launched from the hand. The user simply presses down on the tip of the Boink with his or her index finger, holds it securely without restraining the top, and then lets in go. 9/22/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Air Shark by PLAY VISIONS INC.

It's a bird... It's a plane...no, it's AirShark, the glider with attitude. Soft and safe, with rubber-band propulsion it flies over 50 feet. "It is a simple glider with attitude.
Any one can make it fly," said Laura T. Brewer, VP of marketing, Play Visions. Launch date: July 28, 2008. 9/19/2008 (Price: $10.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dexter Bobble Head by ENTERTAINMENT EARTH INC.

This is the very first item based on Dexter, the star of the hit CBS/Showtime television series by the same name. A blood-splatter expert for the Miami Police Department by day, Dexter spends his nights murdering other serial killers. Now this so-called "good guy" is available in 7" bobble head form. He's made of resin and would love to make the world a safer place. Launch date: September 15, 2008. 9/19/2008 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The 'Aberrant Quadrator Boggart' Kaleidoscope by ALIVAN'S

Designed by artist Kari Makoutz, this handmade kaleidoscope entraps the Aberrant Quadrator, a friendly boggart known to reside in closets, ruining fine clothing by creating stains, wrinkles and tears. The kaleidoscope is 6.5" long, and the glass globe has diameter of 1.75". 9/16/2008 (Price: $68.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Posers: Bliss Bliss by ALLENTOWN TOY

Given the proper name of Cheerful McBliss when born, Bliss Bliss quickly earned his nickname because he was always so...well. blissful; even when inappropriate. Like the time when his Grandfather passed away. Bliss' eulogy was comprised of a string of off-color jokes followed by hysterical laughter; or during his first job interview when he cracked jokes about the owner's toupee. While sometimes outlandish, Bliss has something that many people strive for...to always have a smile on his face...but then again, that's probably because he's laughing at you. 9/16/2008

Hannah Montana Singing Box by KAMHI WORLD

Hannah Montana fans can choose from one of two singing boxes to store their jewels and accessories. One box plays "Rock Star," while the other plays "True Friend." Launch date: Fall 2008 9/11/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rocket Balloons With Pump by SCHYLLING

This bright set features 30 multi-colored balloons plus a pump.
— Randy Austin reported that Rocket Balloons were popular sellers during the summer of 2008 at her store, The Gifted Child, in Lenox, Mass.
— “Rocket Balloons were fabulous [last year] and we have people waiting for them now,” said Eric Masoncup, owner of Geppettos Toy Box in Oak Park, Ill., of his top-selling outdoor item during a March 2010 survey of best sellers.
— Two of 37 retailers named Rocket Balloons are a best-selling outdoor toy in spring 2010. 9/9/2008 (Price: $7.99)

Sarah Palin Superhero Action Figure by HEROBUILDERS

Republican VP contender  Sarah Palin is immortalized in this superhero action figure, which sports a 45-caliber sidearm. An excutive version is available for $27.95. Launch date: September 8, 2008 9/8/2008 (Price: $29.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Googly Giggler™ by IMPERIAL TOY LLC

Googly Giggler is available in four different personalities. When one shakes him, he bounces, wiggles and sings a wacky tune. Launch date: June 2008. 8/27/2008 (Price: $7.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]