TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Novelties Product Category

Instant Masterpiece by NOTED CO

Instant Masterpiece is a gilded, old master-style picture frame that quickly inflates to make any art look great — just as those dusty gold frames do in the world’s most famous museums. Made of clear vinyl with printed graphics, the Instant Masterpiece puffs up to 11” x 16” with a crystal-clear pocket that holds an 8” x 10” picture. It includes tabs to hang as either landscape or portrait. The frame is packaged in an unusual triangular box that measures 3” x 10” and is suitable for display at any museum shop. Launch date: March 2007. 5/2/2007

Duck Delight Soap by SOAP VISION

This high-quality vegetable glycerin soap features a toy duck that gives a multi-colored light show when handled or placed in water. 5/2/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Cat Paw "Nekonyanbou" by BANDAI AMERICA INC.

This fake cat’s paw has a bell on the handle and a trigger to make the claw ... well, do claw things. Backscratcher? Friend tapper? Dog deceiver? This thing is just straight weird. The user manual shows things such as using it to reach for a coffee cup, confuse a real cat, and even duel — if your opponent also has a cat paw. It looks fun, and Izumi Nagano at Bandai headquarters in Tokyo explained that “it is something that is unique and brings both playfulness and joy.” 5/2/2007 (Price: $20.00)

Shock Ball by FIREBOX.COM

Distributed by Firebox.com Ltd., Shock Ball takes Hot Potato to another realm. This tennis ball-sized red danger orb made from soft PVC with little metal plates on it glows green from the inside until ... ZAP! The light randomly turns red, and a wicked electric shock courses through whoever has the ball in his hand. There follows much screaming and lots of laughter ... by everyone but the shocked. This is the hippest thing around London. The rechargeable ball makes a great party game. Or, for those of a more masochistic bent, it can be played alone. Rob Fleischer, who does publicity for distributor Firebox, said “a battery version of Shock Ball will be shipping in late summer, early fall.” 3/29/2007 (Price: $40.00)

Horror Summer Toilet Roll by SEGA TOYS LTD.

In America, we mostly know Sega for its video games, especially that master-of-disaster Sonic the Hedgehog. But bits and bytes are not the only thing they do — or should we say “do-do”? The Horror Summer Toilet Roll is being released only in Japan at the moment (Ms. Takamora, a representative of Sega in Japan, would not confirm nor deny its export to the U.S. of A.), but how can something this hilarious not make a big ... er, splash here? Making loud noises, explosions and shouts every time the TP is rolled, it’s as surprising as it is annoying. And isn’t that comedy: “something bad happening to someone else”? Release date: July 2007. 3/29/2007 (Price: $20.00)

Butterfly Body Decoration by ESCO TOYS

1.5" assorted butterfly body decorations adheres easily with water. Each butterfly is on a 2"x1.75" individual sheet. 6.5"x4.25" display box.

Box Price: $7.20
Pieces Per Box: 144.00
Price Per Piece: 0.05 3/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

6-pc Miniature Farm Set by ESCO TOYS

4 assorted farm animals, tree, & rock in compact tube with cow-head cover. Packaged 24-pcs in 8.5"x7.5" display box.

Box Price: $19.20
Pieces Per Box: 24.00
Price Per Piece: 0.80 3/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Body Glitter by ESCO TOYS

Tubes of Dress Up Body Glitter. 8" x 9" counter display.

Box Price: $19.20
Pieces Per Box: 24.00
Price Per Piece: 0.80 3/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Colorful Pony Set by ESCO TOYS

Each Colorful Pony Set comes with one 6" pony. Also includes 4" doll and accessories. 2 assorted colored ponies (Pink & Purple). Packaged in 10" x 10" window box.

Box Price: $36.00
Pieces Per Box: 12.00
Price Per Piece: 3.00 3/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Baby Take a Bath by ESCO TOYS

7.25" baby in 11" assorted colored tubs, with assorted bath toys. 7"x14" pvc bag with header.

Box Price: $28.20
Pieces Per Box: 12.00
Price Per Piece: 2.35 3/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

City Rescue Harbour Boat by ESCO TOYS

9.5" Battery Operated City Rescue Harbour Boat. Goes on water using power water jet. Set direction using directional control. Water squirting action. Packaged on platform box. Uses 2 "AA" batteries (included).

Box Price: $54.00
Pieces Per Box: 12.00
Price Per Piece: 4.50 3/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

2.5" Stretchable Dinosaurs by ESCO TOYS

Pliable prehistoric creatures (2 ½”) s-t-r-e-t-c-h, then spring back. Assorted colors. 9” x 7” display box.

Box Price: $12.00
Pieces Per Box: 48.00
Price Per Piece: 0.25 3/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

28-Piece Pirate Ship Adventure Set by ESCO TOYS

This 16" ship features sails, six pirates, a cannon, a treasure chest, a row boat, three flags and more. It is sold by the piece and packaged in a 11" x 10" printed box. 3/26/2007 (Price: $18.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Battery Operated Bubble Maker by ESCO TOYS

Battery Operated Bubble Gun is 9" high and 7" long. Insert 2 "AA" batteries (not included), pour bubbles into tray, dip wand into tray and press the trigger. The wand spins while making tons of bubbles. Really works well. Packaged on 10" x 11" blister card.

Box Price: $16.50
Pieces Per Box: 6.00
Price Per Piece: 2.75 3/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wood Blocks in Backpack by ESCO TOYS

70pc set of colorful wood blocks and shapes in 7.5"x9.5" backpack.

Box Price: $21.60
Pieces Per Box: 6.00
Price Per Piece: 3.60 3/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rainbow Kite by ESCO TOYS

Rainbow kite (23"x46"), includes string & handle. 3.5"x35" polybag with header.

Box Price: $17.50
Pieces Per Box: 25.00
Price Per Piece: 0.70 3/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pirate Light-up Glide Ball by ESCO TOYS

This new concept in light-up toys is sure to be popular. Give it a light tap, and it will start flashing light. It's not a bouncing ball; rather, it slides across hard surfaces while the pirate continues to stare up, and lights flash. 3/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Butterfly Wings by ESCO TOYS

Beautiful kid size butterfly wings in assorted multi-color designs. Each in polybag.

Box Price: $30.00
Pieces Per Box: 12.00
Price Per Piece: 2.50 3/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Squeeze Froggy by ESCO TOYS

This 3.5" squeeze froggy oozes when squeezed. It is not messy and comes in a 12-count 11.5" x 8" display box. 3/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

17" Pump Water Rifle by ESCO TOYS

Huge 17" water gun with pump action. Assorted colors. 10"x19" poly bag with header.

Box Price: $33.00
Pieces Per Box: 12.00
Price Per Piece: 2.75 3/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Remote Control Truck by ESCO TOYS

6" Remote control truck with 2 functions, forward & backward. Comes in 2 assorted colors (Gray & Red). Packaged in 10" x 4.25" window box.

Box Price: $19.50
Pieces Per Box: 6.00
Price Per Piece: 3.25 3/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Gliders with Launcher by ESCO TOYS

2 Gliders with battery operated power launcher. Really fun! Packaged in 14" x 10" window box.

Box Price: $15.00
Pieces Per Box: 3.00
Price Per Piece: 5.00 3/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

5" Die Cast WWII Planes by ESCO TOYS

Assorted planes. Heavy duty die cast with pull back action. 12-pcs per printed display box.

Box Price: $18.00
Pieces Per Box: 12.00
Price Per Piece: 1.50 3/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

4.5" Die Cast Go Kart w/Pull Back Action & Display by ESCO TOYS

4.5" Die Cast Go Kart with Pull Back Action. Comes in Assorted Colors & 12pcs in Illustrated Display Box.

Box Price: $27.00
Pieces Per Box: 12.00
Price Per Piece: 2.25 3/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

4" Die Cast School Bus w/ Pull Back Action by ESCO TOYS

The 4" Die Cast School Bus has pull back action. It comes as 12 pieces per printed display box. 3/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]