What do you get when you cross one irritable kitty with a worn-out trade show attendee? A good laugh! Indeed, it was smiles all around at the Gund booth during this week’s Toy Fair. Even if you were feeling a bit frazzled by the hustle and bustle of the show, it only took a glimpse of this plush kitty to turn your frown upside down. Not only were standard-sized plush friends on display, but now Gund is offering personalized key chains in the likeness of everyone’s new favorite feline. While Grumpy Cat was undoubtedly the star of the Gund’s show, we couldn’t help but notice some other sweet stuffed friends. Teach Me Curious George is perfect for the kindergarten-bound kid learning to button and zipper [&hellip
Toy Fair 2014 Archive
It was a cold, but clear day in the Big Apple. With a fresh coating of snow on the ground, it was a fitting start to a trade show known for its brightness amidst the cold. We spent the day yesterday in NYC at the annual Toy Fair, checking out all the new playthings kids will be clamoring for later this year. With a comfortable pair of shoes (errr, make that snow boots), camera and trusty pad and pencil, we were ready to roll! To kick off the festivities, we attended a press conference spotlighting none other than Grammy award-winning artist Alicia Keys. (Yes, she’s as stunning in person as you might imagine, if not more). She was on hand to talk about the release [&hellip
A turtle, a rabbit and a little girl walk into a toy store…It sounds like the makings of a great joke, but seriously speaking, we’re getting pumped for the annual Toy Fair, which officially kicks off this Sunday. Some companies decided to get an early start on things, and that includes Nickelodeon. We were invited to the unveiling of their 2014 toy line-up, highlighting a handful of their top brands, including SpongeBob, Peter Rabbit, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and the latest chapter in the Dora saga, Dora and Friends. Here’s what you can expect your kids to be pining for in the coming months: Everyone’s favorite sea sponge (is there any other?) was front and center at the toy preview, with more than 30 new [&hellip