Retail opinion was divided over what the most important or stand out moment was for the toy industry last year. Hasbro’s new Furby was named by just under ten per cent of the retailers we questioned, while seven per cent said the ...
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My Wonder has launched a Goldilocks story product for its pre-school Wonderbook cube. This ties in with National Storytelling Week which takes place at the end of January. Goldilocks and the Three Bears is brought to life with the ...
Lifesize cardboard cutout specialist Star Cutouts enjoyed double-digit growth in 2012 and expects to expand further this year. The company has reported an increase in interest from Europe. To cope with demand, it will be investing in ...
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Surprise acquisitions,top level exec changes,retail casualties and the London 2012 effect,the continued dominance of LEGO and Moshi Monsters in-store–not to mention some eye-watering charity challenges…the toy business has ...
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Doc McStuffins has become the fastest-selling new property at the Disney Store for 2012. Toys and products based on the animated pre-school TV show include talking plush, a Lambie Mini Bean Bag and Doctor's Bag Set. Disney says extra ...
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Golden Bear decides to ramp up development following strong consumer demand. The official Woolly and Tig toys will hit shelves two months earlier than usual. Since becoming master toy licensee for the hit pre-school TV show, Golden Bear ...
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Company strikes two-year deal with Fisher-Price for pre-school brand. Jumbo Games will launch a range of Little People games and puzzles in spring/summer 2013. The firm struck a two-year licensing partnership with Mattel's Fisher-Price ...
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Exhibitor numbers up for the second year running; Show almost sold-out. The Harrogate Nursery Fair, which takes place between March 24th and 26th, is predicting 2013 to be its biggest show on record after seeing a ‘significant ...
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A highly anticipated patent infringement case between Apple and Samsung Electronics will get under way in a California courtroom on Tuesday after each side spent Monday agreeing on a 10-person jury. Selection of the jury took until just ...
Triple packs help pre-school specialist's sales grow around 15 per cent. Wow Toys has reported a record amount of deliveries to UK retailers during September. The company says"phenomenal"demand for its multipacks also helped it ...
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Dr Amanda Gummer from The Good Toy Guide takes a look at what kids want from bikes and scooters as they grow up, and what manufacturers should be mindful of... Wheels are great fun for all ages. From sitting on something and being ...
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Little Nut Tree Toys Billed as an ‘independent traditional online toy shop’, Little Nut Tree Toys is an inviting, perky website with an appealing colour pallete that befits a toy shop. The landing page features a ...
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Mattel 01628 500 000 Mattel had two of the top five family games last year, according to NPD December 2011 data, and Uno was the number one card game. This season it has a number of fresh products, including Chameleon Crunch, which ...
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How has Wooky performed over the past 12 months? Over the last 12 months Wooky has increased sales revenue dramatically. We’re lucky to have an established and strong team in the UK based in our Liverpool offices who have experience ...
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Orchard Toys and Carte Blanche among those awarded this year. Several toy companies scooped awards at the 2012 Talking Tots Toy Awards. The winners are as follows: Toys that help children develop communication Winner - ...
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