September 2007 New Toys — Christmas

Christmas Lullabies to Create Memories by LULLABYLAND LLC

This 12-track album from "Lullaby Lady" Paige Stroman features sleigh bells, guitar accompaniment and sole instrumentals in a collection that includes classics such as "Away in a Manger" and "Jingle Bells.” It also includes six all-new songs for the holiday season. "These are original lullabies produced by an award-winning rock producer whose hits include Bob Seger's 'Night Moves,' Alice Cooper's 'School's Out,' and the Guess Who's 'American Woman,'" Lullabyland LLC Singer/Songwriter Paige Stroman told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 2007. 9/21/2007 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Truth about Santa Claus by LAUGHING ELEPHANT

This 44-page hardcover features full-color illustrations and explores the life of Santa Claus, including his workshop, family, transportation, dress and more. It uses visual evidence — antique postcards, notecards, books and calendar pictures — to reveal the truth about Santa. 9/19/2007 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Children's Christmas – 26 Vintage Stickers by LAUGHING ELEPHANT

This box of stickers features fun vintage prints for the holidays. It measures 6” x 4.75”. 9/19/2007 (Price: $8.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Christmas Labels – 39 Vintage Stickers by LAUGHING ELEPHANT

The images inside this sticker box, featuring winter landscapes, Santas, gifts, carolers and more, are selected from vintage stickers, postcards, Christmas cards, books, magazine, stamps and calendars. The box measures 6” x 4.75”. 9/19/2007 (Price: $8.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ballerina Belly Bear Personalized Ornament by DEB & CO.

The personalized ornament measures 3-1/2” in height and 2” in width. It is completely handmade and constructed of polymer clay. 9/18/2007 (Price: $9.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sir Cookie Gingerbread Man by DOUGLAS CUDDLE TOYS

This 7” gingerbread-inspired holiday treat is soft and adorable, and features white frosted details and sweet peppermint candy accents. Other gingerbread varieties available include the Crumb Gingerbread Man and the Gingerbread Horse. "Gingerbread soft toys are a classic for the holidays,” Douglas Company Marketing Manager Erika Radich told TDmonthly. "For playtime and decorating purposes, this collection is ideal for warming up the home." Launch date: September 2007. 9/18/2007 (Price: $7.50) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

“Baby's First Christmas” Snowman Lil' Snuggler™ by DOUGLAS CUDDLE TOYS

Embroidered with “Baby’s First Christmas,” 2007’s Snowman Lil’ Snuggler is a 13” x 13” white soft plush blanket, lined and edged with classic white satin and sprinkled with blue embroidered snowflakes. A soft snowman toy is attached in the center of the blanket. Matching snowman ornament rattles are available separately. "When it comes to baby, there are many first events that beg to be celebrated,” Douglas Company Marketing Manager Erika Radich told TDmonthly. “‘Baby’s first Christmas’ is a big one and Douglas Company recognizes that.” Launch date: September 2007. 9/18/2007 (Price: $12.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Holiday Spongeables Shower Gel in a Sponge by SPONGETECH INC.

Spongeables change texture from exfoliating to silky in seconds. Kids will enjoy the mountains of soft creamy lather and the festive snowman, reindeer, snowflake and Christmas tree shapes. Grown ups will appreciate the benefits of moisturizing Olive Oil, skin-softening Shea Butter and antioxidant vitamins A and E. “The patent-pending infusion process…exclusive to Spongeables LLC products…releases the correct mixture of soap and skin care ingredients, time after time, every time,” Spongeables LLC Public Relations Director Lynne Merrill told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2006. 9/18/2007 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Red Couch Ornament by KATHY JAMES ACCESSORIES

This decorative fabric ornament is hand painted on cotton canvas and features three layers of canvas glued together with hanging cord sandwiched in between. The back is a solid color with a coordinating polka-dot design. The gift box that is part of the painted design has a 3-D ribbon. The couch is available in requested colors, and other styles of chairs and couches are available as well. 8/27/2007 (Price: $25.00)

Masquerade, Costume Inspirations, 1920s to 1950s by LAUGHING ELEPHANT

This inspirational volume features an attractive collection of costume plates from book originally published in the mid-20th century. Launch date: July 2007. 8/22/2007 (Price: $17.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Gift of the Magi by LAUGHING ELEPHANT

This illustrated version of O. Henry’s classic and touching story about generosity features delicate line drawings by Stephen Gooden. It tells of the mutual love and self-sacrifice of a young married couple and is about the best kind of gift giving, taking its title from the fits Christmas gift givers, the three Magi, or wise men. Launch date: July 2007. 8/22/2007 (Price: $12.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Holiday Tote with Black Scottish Terrier by DOUGLAS CUDDLE TOYS

This tote carries must-haves, might-needs, and a soft, black Scottie dog. Other holiday tote styles include the Snowman Tote, Penguin Tote and White Scottie Tote. “Douglas’ new purses are on the cutting edge of design,” Douglas Company Marketing Manager Erika Radich told TDmonthly. “Douglas’ attention to current fashion trends and expert use of details to augment styles is what sets us apart…. The new tote idea is a simple shape that has been taken to a higher design level.” Launch date: September 2007. 8/20/2007 (Price: $13) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Double Rattle Santa/Reindeer by STEPHAN BABY

This two-in-one rattle provides double the rattle and double the fun. One side features Santa, while the other side features his buddy Rudolph. The rattles can be tucked into each other for easier holding. The rattle measures 10” in length. Launch date: July 2007. 7/25/2007 (Price: $13.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Flashing Santa Hats by HAYES SPECIALTIES CORP.

Kids and adults alike will enjoy this unique Santa hat, which flashes bright LED lights. Four different styles are available: "Merry Christmas," "Ho Ho Ho!" and "I Believe in Santa Claus" in red lights, and blue snowflakes in blue lights. Batteries are included. Launch date: Summer 2007. 7/25/2007 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mini Kathy and Janet Christmas Rag Dolls by KATJAN INC.

Mini Kathy and Janet Christmas rag dolls dressed in Christmas velvet dresses in a mini Best Pals tote bag. The Minis are 5" each. Available September 2007. 6/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Shining Stars™ Christmas Plush - Penguin by RUSS BERRIE

The Shining Stars Christmas collection includes this adorable penguin, a reindeer and a snowman. When kids purchase a Shining Stars friend, they can log onto the Shining Stars website and use the secret code inside the plush’s hangtag to register and name a star with the International Star Registry. Children can print a star certificate that gives the exact location of the star, and the site also offers fun games and activities. Launch date: October 15, 2007. 6/25/2007 (Price: $15.00)

Guardian Angel by KATHE KRUSE DOLLS

This 7" doll features long, white, fur locks. She dons a gold-ribboned, white gown and wears a lovely chain studded with star pearls. The handmade doll is made of sheep wool and cotton stockinet. Launch date: July 2005. ( Watch Video) 6/13/2007 (Price: $40.00)

Advent Calendar Wichtel by KATHE KRUSE DOLLS

The European concept of Advent Calendar begins the first day of December and extends until Christmas, when Santa’s helper finishes filling each day of the calendar with a little surprise.  The all-cotton doll measures 46” tall and comes with 24 little bags.  Launch date: October 2006. 6/13/2007 (Price: $77.00)

Perler Beads - Holiday Ornaments Kit by DIMENSIONS/PERLER

This colorful ornament kit offers beads in red, white and two shades of green. These kits make wonderful stocking stuffers and are a great way for kids and adults to have fun and be creative. Each kit contains supplies for two complete ornaments. Lacing is included for easy hanging. Launch date: March 2007. 6/12/2007 (Price: $2.49) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Christmas Counting by PICTURE ME PRESS

This fun activity book teaches young readers how to count as they decorate the pages of the book. Over 40 holiday stickers are included. 6/12/2007 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Picture Me® Santa Mouse by PICTURE ME PRESS

These holiday keepsake ornament books are shaped like ornaments and can be hung on an actual Christmas tree.  The Picture Me line of books allows parents to place their child’s picture in each scene, making the child the star of the story.  Some books feature lift-flaps, pull-tabs and more to increase the child’s opportunities for creative play.  Highly personal and interactive, these photo books are great for parent-child bondage. 6/12/2007 (Price: $3.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Picture Me® Under the Christmas Tree by PICTURE ME PRESS

This book portrays children as the best Christmas gift possible.  Scenes depict children in outfits donned with bows, to evoke the image of the child being an actual gift under the Christmas tree.  The Picture Me line of books allows parents to place their child’s picture in each scene, making the child the star of the story.  Some books feature lift-flaps, pull-tabs and more to increase the child’s opportunities for creative play.  Highly personal and interactive, these photo books are great for parent-child bondage. 6/12/2007 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Käthe Kruse Advent Calendar by KATHE KRUSE DOLLS

The European concept of the Advent calendar runs from the 1st of December until Christmas. Santa’s helper fills the calendar each day with a little surprise until day 25, when he himself arrives. This calendar is made of cotton and felt with 24 little bags. “The advent calendar has been designed with appealing, childlike motives. It is great fun for kids to find each day in December a little surprise or a sweet that has been chosen lovingly, from the parents,” Marion Hohmann of Käthe Kruse Puppen GmbH told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2006.
― Käthe Kruse is “one of the most accommodating” vendors, Bill from Tutoring Toy told TDmonthly in spring 2007. ( Watch Video) 6/5/2007 (Price: $29.00)