TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Plush Product Category

Muddy Cloud™ TADA Hat and Mittens Set 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 TADA. 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 (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. Also available in Crimson. 3/2/2010 (Price: $32.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Muddy Cloud™ BEEP Hat and Mittens Set 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 BEEP. Doll is sold separately. Sets are available to complement each of the five Muddy Cloud™ characters. 3/2/2010 (Price: $32) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Lubies™ Hippopotamus by ROCKET USA

This softball-sized round plush is soft, cuddly and ideal for tossing around. 2/25/2010

A Light in the Night™ by CCA and B LLC

No More Monsters! A Light In the Night™, created by a mother to comfort her oldest son when he moved to his big boy bed, is a gift set which includes an adorable light-up creature and beautifully illustrated board book. Just one soft press of the tummy emits a bright glow which proves once and for all there’s nothing “going bump in the night.” Each nighttime guardian is available in bubble gum pink, mint green or ice blue. Each gift set includes a Light Up Creature, Children's Board Book, Display Box, and online access (register A Light In the Night online and receive an official "Certificate of Bravery").
Awards: Creative Child Magazine 2010 Preferred Choice Award, Storybooks With Character category ( Watch Video) 2/25/2010 (Price: $29.95)

Felt Foods Brown Bag Lunch by LILLY BEAN LLC

This hand-washable set made in the USA with wool felt includes a lunch bag, sandwich, pickle and cookie. The meat, lettuce, cheese and tomato from the sandwich can be taken apart so kids can pretend to make their own lunch. Most Lilly Bean products are available pre-made or as do-it-yourself craft kits with instructions, patterns, and felt.
— Sara of Sara’s Toy Box found the instructions for the sandwich craft kit easy to follow and was very pleased with the end result. The quality of the felt, both in thickness and softness, and the large selection of food choices made the felt food attractive to Leanne of Rave & Review. See also The Full Mommy.
Other LILLY BEAN favorites include Green Eggs and Ham, Chocolate Easter Bunny, and My PB&J. 2/23/2010 (Price: $40.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Zoobies Very Hungry Caterpillar Toy, Blanket & Book Combo by ZOOBIES

Zoobies teamed up with the World of Eric Carle to launch the Zoobies Very Hungry Caterpillar Toy, Blanket & Book Combo. This plush character folds into a pillow with a butterfly print blanket zipped inside. The package also includes the classic “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” board book.
Awards:  2010 NAPPA Gold Award.
Launch date: February 2010. 2/23/2010 (Price: $32.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

"Buster" Square Pillow Buckle Toy by BUCKLE TOYS

Buster is a soft plush square pillow that has a smiley face on one side, and shapes with numbers on the other side. There are 6 colored buckles going around the toy so kids can learn their colors, shapes, and numbers while still getting to play with the buckles they love. Can serve as a traveling toy as it can fit in a diaper bag and attach to almost anything. Machine washable. 2/22/2010 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

"Bella" Heart Pillow Buckle Toy by BUCKLE TOYS

Bella is a soft plush heart pillow that has a smiley face on oneside, and shapes with numbers on the other side. There are 5 colored buckles going around the toy so kids can learn their colors, shapes, and numbers while still getting to play with the buckles they love. Can serve as a traveling toy as it can fit in a diaper bag and attach to almost anything. Machine washable. 2/22/2010 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

"Bucky" Turtle Buckle Toy by BUCKLE TOYS

Bucky is a soft plush turtle that has 4 colored buckles down his tummy that unbuckle to reveil colored numbers 1-10. There are 6 colored shapes on his shell and down the middle of his shell is a zipper that unzippers to reveil a pouch. Kids can learn their colors, shapes, and numbers while still getting to play with the buckles they love. Can serve as a traveling toy as it can fit in a diaper bag and attach to almost anything. Machine washable.
— Mass Hole Mommy found that her son was instantly captivated by the colors and tactile stimulation of Bucky. The turtle proved a safe way for her son to hone his fine motor skills. Christy of Is It Naptime Yet? reported that her son was just as captivated by Bucky, eschewing his other, fancier toys in favor of the plush turtle. Though Christy complained that some of the buckles were too difficult for her son, Mama Cheaps viewed the difficulty her daughter had with the same buckles as a challenge to be overcome with more practice. ( Watch Video) 2/22/2010 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Jaguar by MANHATTAN TOY

These jaguars are part of a plush collection featuring stuffed animals and puppets that share characteristics of their real animal in the wild. A hangtag explains each animal's distinctive qualities. Retail price ranges from $16 to $36, depending on size. Launch date: January 2010.
— Kate Tanner, owner of Kidstop in Scottsdale, Ariz., was impressed with this plush line at Toy Fair 2010. 2/19/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fun With Spot - Spot Hand Puppet by KIDS PREFERRED INC.

Grownups can have fun with Spot as they read aloud or create their own adventures indoors or on-the-go. This soft plushy puppet has his familiar brown spot on his body as well as a brown tip on his tail. Launch date: Spring 2010 2/19/2010 (Price: $16.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Classic Pooh Developmental Ball by KIDS PREFERRED INC.

With flaps, ribbons, knots, different textures and jingle, crinkle and squeak sounds, there’s no shortage of fun on the 10 inch Classic Pooh Developmental Ball. 2/19/2010 (Price: $16.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Classic Pooh and Piglet Blanky by KIDS PREFERRED INC.

So much more than an ordinary blanky. The Pooh and Piglet Blankys combine plush characters and a super soft, satin-trimmed blanket Each blanky is 17.5 inches. This blanky is sure to be a naptime and travel staple.
Awards:  2010 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Best Toy Award, Gold Seal. 2/19/2010 (Price: $14.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Classic Pooh Comfort Cuddly by KIDS PREFERRED INC.

A perfect pal for nap or playtime. The Classic Pooh Comfort Cuddly is a 12 inch ultra-soft plush with corduroy accents. Available in Pooh, Eeyore, Tigger and Piglet styles.
Awards:  2010 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Best Toy Award, Gold Seal. 2/19/2010 (Price: $14.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Classic Pooh Letter Rattles by KIDS PREFERRED INC.

Give baby an intro to the alphabet with these adorable 5 inch letter rattles. Available in “E’ for Eeyore, “P” for Pooh, “P” for Piglet and “T” for Tigger. Each rattle features corduroy and ribbon accents. 2/19/2010 (Price: $9.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

14” Plush Classic Pooh by KIDS PREFERRED INC.

Like the smaller version, this ahh-dorable stuffed animal measures 14 inches and sports a handsome tan ribbon bow. 2/19/2010 (Price: $30.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Classic Pooh Memory Soft Block by KIDS PREFERRED INC.

This 4.5 inch toy is loaded with crinkles, jingles, ribbon tags and more. Turn over to see Pooh’s sweet face and find a pretty flower from the 100 Acre Wood. 2/19/2010 (Price: $16.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Classic Pooh: Eeyore, Piglet and Tigger Plush by KIDS PREFERRED INC.

Pooh’s pals Piglet and Eeyore are irresistible in their plushiest pink and blue. Measuring 9 inches tall, notice the corduroy accents that babies will love to stroke. Piglet is two-tone grey and pink while Eeyore sports a handsome brown mane. Give them a snuggle. 2/19/2010 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Classic Pooh Plush with Corduroy Accents by KIDS PREFERRED INC.

Ahhh-dorable 9” inch bundle of bear in the softest plush will amuse baby or a big sister or brother. Stroke Pooh’s corduroy accents and admire his tan bow. Kids love snuggling with this fluffy guy as parents read them a Pooh adventure or they watch a Pooh cartoon.
Awards:  2010 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Best Toy Award, Gold Seal. 2/19/2010 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Classic Pooh Hanging Chime Sets by KIDS PREFERRED INC.

Hang these plushy pals from a stroller or crib and watch baby’s eyes light up. Measuring 5.5 inches, give them a swish and listen for the jingle sound! Choose a combo of Pooh/Eeyore, Pooh/Piglet or Pooh/Tigger. Launch date: Spring 2010
Awards:  2010 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Best Toy Award, Gold Seal. 2/19/2010 (Price: $11.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Classic Pooh Flat Blanky Teether by KIDS PREFERRED INC.

How adorable is Pooh as a flat snuggly blanket with four different ends to explore? Measuring 11 inches long, babies can teeth on the pink bottom, flip the tags on Pooh’s arm and discover the crinkles and squeaks tucked inside this soft blanky.
Awards:  2010 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Best Toy Award, Gold Seal. 2/19/2010 (Price: $12.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Classic Pooh Stick Rattles by KIDS PREFERRED INC.

Choose one or collect all four of these adorable rattles sporting Pooh, Tigger, Eeyore and Piglet. Notice the details of each rattle with Eeyore’s floppy ears, Pooh stuck in a hunny pot or Tigger about to bounce. Shaped for little fingers to grasp or Mom to gently rattle. 2/19/2010 (Price: $9.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The World of Eric Carle™ Large Plush Polar Bear by KIDS PREFERRED INC.

Eric Carle’s version of a snowy white polar bear includes dots of every color on the tips of his ears and the bottom of his paws. This soft bear measures 11 inches and promises to keep you warm when snuggling. Launch date: Spring 2010 2/19/2010 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The World of Eric Carle™ Large Plush Elephant by KIDS PREFERRED INC.

When elephant asks, “do you want to be my friend?” kids will shout yes and give him a squeeze. This vibrantly blue/green elephant measures 11 inches and features multicolored feet and a pastel tip on his trunk. Launch date: Spring 2010 2/19/2010 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]