Archive for the ‘Dolls & Make Believe’ Category
12
Feb
Hyperinteractivity
Categories: ABC Show 2007, Dolls & Make Believe, For Girly Girls, For Older Kids, Multimedia, Toys, Travels & Trade Shows, Travels & Trade Shows
Lately, it seems like everyone is talking about Webkinz. These stuffed virtual pets are all the rage among middle school kids all over the country (if you’ve never heard of them, read my previous entry about them here). So it’s not really a surprise that their success is spawning at least a handful of eager… read more!
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20
Dec
It’s a small world.
Categories: Dolls & Make Believe, For Girly Girls, For Older Kids, Toys
Not too long ago, if you wanted a really beautiful dollhouse with those intricately detailed furniture sets and accessories, you needed to seek out a store that specialized in dollhouses and miniatures. These little stores are usually off the beaten path and filled with quirky charm. The goods are often pretty pricey, and therefore favored… read more!
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22
Jul
Giggle Gear, aptly named
Categories: Dolls & Make Believe, Toys, Toys for Boys
Earlier this year, a company called Big Boing sold off it’s small collection of unique products to two different companies. Alex purchased their bath toys, and Cranium purchased their make-believe toys. This small acquisition for Cranium was the first signal that they were looking to branch out of the game category. Now, Cranium is on… read more!
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25
Jan
The Doctor is Out.
Categories: Dolls & Make Believe, Toys
We just received confirmation that Theo Klein Toys is going out of business. Since this is an international company, I’m not sure whether the entire company is closing up, or if they’re just ceasing their US operations. Either way, our very favorite Doctor’s Kit will no longer be available. I’ll be combing the aisles at… read more!
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30
Nov
Calling all sugarplum fairies
Categories: Dolls & Make Believe, For Girly Girls, Toys
Yesterday morning, the Today Show featured the Musical Nutcracker Dress by Acting Out, and right on time, the UPS truck rolled up with our first shipment. When I first heard about musical dress-up I was very wary. Dress up is one of the most open-ended, creative play activities, and I wasn’t sure that adding music… read more!
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26
Nov
Is that a dragon on your shoulder?
Categories: Dolls & Make Believe, Toys
Ever since Magic Beans opened, our Thanksgiving weekends have been a bit different. We still have lots of turkey and family time, but we also spend late nights in the store, remerchandising, cleaning and getting prepared for the Holiday season. Don’t cry for me, though. When I was a kid, I used to dream about… read more!
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21
Nov
Who is Penelope Peapod?
Categories: Dolls & Make Believe, Toys
I get a lot of mail about new products. And I try really hard to look at everything I get, since I always want to have the new, great thing, whatever it may be. But a product has to be pretty interesting to catch my attention. When I opened the mailing about Penelope Peapod, I… read more!
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9
Nov
A new way to play with food
Categories: Dolls & Make Believe, Preschool Toys, Toys
Considering a toy kitchen for your preschooler this holiday? Here’s an interesting alternative. The Push Cart Mini Mart from Alex is a really neat (albeit large) make-believe prop that is sure to inspire hours of creative play. Modeled after classic marketplace pushcarts, this kid-scale version has plenty of shelving to merchandise all sorts of wares,… read more!
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6
Nov
Teepee Couture
Categories: Dolls & Make Believe, Toys
These playful, gorgeous play tents are one of my favorite recommendations for this year’s holiday season. OK, yes. I know, not everyone can afford to spend upwards of $300 on a child’s gift, but if you can, this is what you should buy. Here’s why: 1. Play value. The possibilities are practically unlimited, and we… read more!
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