TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Plush Product Category

Ben Kachoo by FIERCE FUN TOYS LLC

Meet Norman PhartEphant's friend Ben Kachoo, a Hippo with a bit of sneezing problem. Ben is a plush pink hippopotamus that makes sneezing sounds when squeezed. ( Watch Video) 3/24/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Harry Hiccers by FIERCE FUN TOYS LLC

Meet Norman PhartEphant's friend Harry Hiccers, a Koala with a case of the hiccups. Harry is a plush Koala bear that hiccups when squeezed. 3/24/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fuzzy Nation - Boston-in-Boots Elvis Teapup Purse by MANHATTAN TOY

This stylin' Boston Terrier is a limited-edition handbag. Elvis is decked out in a fringed boots and a single-breasted blazer. He has a removable leatherette strap, a zippered pouch on his back for storing a cell phone, money and perhaps a bit of makeup, and comes in a sturdy gift box with a paw-shaped "breathing hole." ( Watch Video) 3/24/2010 (Price: $49.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pico Animal Pillows by AREAWARE

An animal menagerie, made from organic cotton and soy inks. These petite pillows or playthings are based on Victorian designs, and feature such animals as giraffes, pigs, gorillas, bunnies, owls, ostriches, zebras, and dogs. 3/22/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

10” 30th Birthday Snuffles by GUND INC.

The adorable 10” Snuffles is celebrating his 30th birthday with a special commemorative medallion. This cuddly bear is ready to show his affection with two colors: frosted-tip, caramel plush fur or frosted-tip, chocolate plush fur.
— Joe Berardoni Jr., owner of Pun's Toys in Bryn Mawr, Pa., told TDmonthly that their best-selling plush is Snuffles. 3/17/2010 (Price: $25) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

15” 30th Birthday Snuffles by GUND INC.

There is more Snuffles to love with the 15” 30th Birthday Snuffles, which features a special 30th birthday commemorative medallion. Available in frosted-tip, caramel plush fur or frosted-tip, chocolate plush fur.
— Rick Henry, owner of Stellabella Toys in Cambridge, Mass., and three other toy stores, says they sell about12 brown Snuffles per month. ( Watch Video) 3/17/2010 (Price: $50) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

One-of-a-Kind 30th Birthday Snuffles by GUND INC.

The classic GUND icon Snuffles is celebrating his 30th birthday in 2010 and GUND has created a high-end one-of-a-kind Snuffles valued at $10,000 and one of the largest Snuffles ever made. Draped in diamonds, the 30th Birthday One-of-a-Kind Snuffles is wearing a birthday necklace of real diamonds totaling nearly 10 carats on a white gold chain. This 10” Snuffles is made from soft white alpaca fur, features genuine leather accents on the nose, and eyes of 100% Tahitian pearls. ( Watch Video) 3/17/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Uglydoll Ninja Batty Shogun by PRETTY UGLY LLC

Ninja Batty Shogun flies around at night with his best pal Ice-Bat, he does up the real dealio in an actual Ninja costume. No red flames, stripes or other crazy decorations. No spelling Ninja with a “Z” at the end. Just straight up stealth mode; that’s how he rolls. No sword though, those are sharp!
Awards: Parent's Choice Award 2010. Launch date: 2010. 3/16/2010 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Plush Pad by AH GOO BABY LLC

This multi-purpose memory foam surface for baby is designed to bring the comfort of the nursery into any room or space. It may be used for diaper changes, tummy time, infant/parent classes, around the home, or when traveling with infants. The Plush Pad features a thick, memory foam cushion that relaxes baby by molding to his curves and relieving tiny pressure points; is temperature friendly; is machine washable and water resistant; rolls open without creases; and, at about 2' x 2', provides wiggle room for baby but is still portable. Launch date: July 2007. 3/15/2010 (Price: $29.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Plush Ear Muffs by CHINA TOYBIZ.CN

These animal-shaped plush ear muffs are designed for both style and warmth. "Ear muffs are no longer the tedious style. If you are a child or lady, you will look even more lovely with our plush muffs," William Xie of China ToyBiz.cn told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 10, 2010. 3/15/2010 (Price: $1.80) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pink Zebra Guitar Sillo Bag by DOUGLAS CUDDLE TOYS

This stylish sillo purse has coordinating fabrics, a sturdy zipper and straps. It measures 10" — 19 " including strap. Launch date: Feb. 15, 2010. 3/15/2010 (Price: $20) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wild Creations™ Science & Nature™ - Shuffling Penguin by WILD CREATIONS

This Emperor Penguin chick moves according to the shake of the egg, which functions as a remote control. The user simply shakes the egg up, down, left or right to make the penguin move forward, backward or to either side. It requires four AG13 batteries (included). Launch date: June 2010. 3/12/2010 (Price: $16.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bamboo Bears by PLANET FRED LLC

BamBoo Bears are made with soft organic materials and bright eye-catching colors to give eco-friendly a stylish new twist. BamBoo Bears are made from luxurious natural bamboo, organic cotton and hemp. They are dyed with safe, low-impact cold water dyes, and stuffed with hypo-allergenic corn-fiber stuffing. "Bamboo fiber is ideal for creating high-quality, soft, and silky fabrics. The feel of bamboo fleece is routinely described as 'soft as cashmere.' Bamboo is grown without the use of pesticides, and is naturally antimicrobial. A bamboo crop can be re-grown every 3 to 5 years, preventing deforestation. Bamboo absorbs ... 35-percent more carbon dioxide from the air than cotton," Sandra Lippard, Founder, Planet Fred, told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 14, 2010.  3/10/2010 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Vocation Dolls by WEE BELIEVERS

Vocation Dolls (Fr. Juan Pablo and Sr. Mary Clara, sold separately) are huggable, plush, 13" dolls fashioned for imaginative yet inspirational play. They include a full-color companion booklet detailing five real stories of men and women who became priests and nuns — courageous stories of real modern-day heroes and heroines. These high-quality dolls are designed as exceptional toys for gift-giving, to delight parents, grandparents and godparents with their unique, faith-based appeal. Launch date: December 2009. 3/10/2010 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

My Mass KIt by WEE BELIEVERS

This soft-sculpture, children’s mass kit is designed for play at home or church. This colorful, high-quality toy, when used in conjunction with the included companion booklet, is designed to be an ideal manipulative for instruction in the classroom or playroom. It includes 12 pieces and a booklet in a durable nylon carrying case that's created "to educate, entertain and enrich faith," Stephen Abdalla, President, Wee Believers, told TDmonthly. Launch date: January 5, 2010. 3/10/2010 (Price: $69.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Glam Gal Dog by DOUGLAS CUDDLE TOYS

For the cool style of a sassy breed, these glamorous pups are ready to go out and paint the town pink. Measures 7" in size. There are three styles available: Pinkette Ruffle Dog, Foo Foo Jewel Dog (pictured), and Fleur Noir Dog. 3/5/2010 (Price: $10.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bamboo Zoo Cuddlies - Lion by DANDELION

Made from soft bamboo velour and natural corn fiber filling, this take-along friend features tug and teethe elements for baby. Launch date: May 2010. ( Watch Video) 3/4/2010 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Original Deglingos - Jambonos the Pig by GEARED FOR IMAGINATION

Featuring a variety of prints and fabrics, this 10.5" pig shows off lively pink and green and a sizeable snout. Launch date: 2010. 3/3/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fuzzy Nation - Frenchie Geisha Wristlet by MANHATTAN TOY

This high-fashion pooch doubles as a cute coin purse, decked out in rose-embossed, silk-like fabric. The small zippered compartment is designed to hold a bit of makeup and cash, and opens with the bone-cross zipper pull. The Frenchie wristlet measures about 5" long. ( Watch Video) 3/3/2010 (Price: $17.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fuzzy Nation - Pit Bull "Bullit" by MANHATTAN TOY

Standing about 10" tall, this 9" pit bull pup is decked out in gray and white modacrylic fur and a fashionable striped, stretch T-shirt and leatherette jacket. He's got a diamond stud in his right ear and wears the Fuzzy Nation cross-bone puff pendant on his removable metal ball chain. ( Watch Video) 3/3/2010 (Price: $29.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Muddy Cloud™ JOOP Hat and Mittens Set (Blue) by MUDDY CLOUD

Warm and light-weight, the hat and mittens are both functional and complementary in shape and hue to the Muddy Cloud™ doll DOOT. Doll is sold separately. Sets are available to complement each of the five Muddy Cloud™ characters. 3/2/2010 (Price: $32.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Muddy Cloud™ DOOT Hat and Mittens Set (Crimson) by MUDDY CLOUD

Warm and light-weight, the hat and mittens are both functional and complementary in shape and hue to the Muddy Cloud™ doll DOOT. Doll is sold separately. Sets are available to complement each of the five Muddy Cloud™ characters. Also available in Blue. 3/2/2010 (Price: $32.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Muddy Cloud™ JOOP Doll by MUDDY CLOUD

Muddy Cloud™ plush dolls range from 4 to 9 inches tall, so they can be effortlessly packed into a diaper bag or purse. Their size also makes them easy for little ones to handle, and the super-soft fleece is gentle for baby's sensitive skin. Muddy Cloud™ characters are brightly colored and have no prescribed story lines, thus encouraging imaginative play. There are five characters in all. 3/2/2010 (Price: $18.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Muddy Cloud™ DOOT Doll by MUDDY CLOUD

Muddy Cloud™ plush dolls range from 4 to 9 inches tall, so they can be effortlessly packed into a diaper bag or purse. Their size also makes them easy for little ones to handle, and the super-soft fleece is gentle for baby's sensitive skin. Muddy Cloud™ characters are brightly colored and have no prescribed story lines, thus encouraging imaginative play. There are five characters in all. 3/2/2010 (Price: $18.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Muddy Cloud™ BALOB Doll by MUDDY CLOUD

Muddy Cloud™ plush dolls range from 4 to 9 inches tall, so they can be effortlessly packed into a diaper bag or purse. Their size also makes them easy for little ones to handle, and the super-soft fleece is gentle for baby's sensitive skin. Muddy Cloud™ characters are brightly colored and have no prescribed story lines, thus encouraging imaginative play. There are five characters in all. 3/2/2010 (Price: $18.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]