By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterKetnipz and PopSockets have partnered on a co-branded range of fidget toys and phone accessories featuring licensed illustrations of Ketnipz self-care mascot, Bean.Ketnipz is an Instagram-based webcomic and lifestyle brand that was created by illustrator Harry Hambley in 2016. The webcomic uses the Bean character to explore themes such as mental … [Read more...] about PopSockets and Ketnipz Collaborate on Mental Health Sensory Toys
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Kylie Jenner Partners With MGA Entertainment On Celebrity Bratz Doll
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterMGA Entertainment's Bratz fashion doll brand is partnering with Kylie Jenner for a line of limited-edition Bratz x Kylie Collectibles.The new licensed Kylie Jenner collection marks the first time that a celebrity has been featured as a Bratz doll. “This is a seminal moment in Bratz history to join forces with Kylie Jenner as the brand’s … [Read more...] about Kylie Jenner Partners With MGA Entertainment On Celebrity Bratz Doll
Toy Association Names Top STEAM Toys for Smart Kids
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Toy Association has released its Back to School STEAM Toy Shopping List, which features 25 officially accredited STEAM toys. "As families across the U.S. get ready for another back-to-school season, our list offers parents a well-vetted guide that will help kids flourish this academic year and build skills through engaging, … [Read more...] about Toy Association Names Top STEAM Toys for Smart Kids
Spin Master Reboots Bakugan Franchise With New Anime Series and Toy Collection
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterSpin Master is rebooting the Bakugan kids' entertainment franchise with a new anime series and toy line. The reimagined Bakugan anime series will launch on Netflix in the US, Canada, Australia, the Nordics and the Middle East on Sept. 1, and will air on Disney XD in the U.S. on Sept. 23.In addition, the first two episodes of the Bakugan animated … [Read more...] about Spin Master Reboots Bakugan Franchise With New Anime Series and Toy Collection
Spin Master Unleashes New Pack of Toys for Paw Patrol
Spin Master has officially unveiled its new toy collection for the franchise's upcoming second feature film PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie. The film is a Spin Master Entertainment production, produced in association with Nickelodeon Movies and Paramount Pictures. "Packed with jaw-dropping transformations, the PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie toy collection will spark limitless … [Read more...] about Spin Master Unleashes New Pack of Toys for Paw Patrol
Gamegenic to Produce Game Accessories for Star Wars: Unlimited
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Gamegenic has partnered with Fantasy Flight Games and Lucasfilm on a game accessories line for the upcoming Star Wars: Unlimited trading card game. “We are thrilled to be working with the exceptionally creative team at Gamegenic for the accessories of our upcoming Star Wars: Unlimited game,” said Fantasy Flight Games head, Chris Gerber. … [Read more...] about Gamegenic to Produce Game Accessories for Star Wars: Unlimited
Analysis: Is India the Best Toy Manufacturing Alternative to China?
By: David Salvaraj Courtesy of Global Toy News There are currently three major toy manufacturing countries: China, India, and Vietnam. In this article, David Salvaraj (david.selvaraj@source4india.com) makes the case for his country, India as the world’s next big toy manufacturing hub. David, a familiar face at global trade shows, is an experienced India Toy Consultant for … [Read more...] about Analysis: Is India the Best Toy Manufacturing Alternative to China?
Spielwarenmesse Releases Schedule and Program for Kids India Tradeshow
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The schedule and program for this year's Kids India trade fair event has been officially announced. Organized by Spielwarenmesse India Pvt. Ltd. and the Indo-German Chamber of Commerce, Kids India is an international business-to-business trade fair for the toy, children’s products and sporting goods industries. At the fair’s 2022 … [Read more...] about Spielwarenmesse Releases Schedule and Program for Kids India Tradeshow
Characters from Friends Return as Fisher-Price ‘Little People’
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Warner Bros. and Fisher-Price are launching a Little People collection based on the enduring hit series Friends. Timed for release on July 18, now known as National Monica Day, Fisher-Price has created a Little People set based on the TV set for the show. The collection is created under license from Warner Bros. Discovery Global … [Read more...] about Characters from Friends Return as Fisher-Price ‘Little People’
Bob Mackie Made Barbie a Fashion Icon, Says Hollywood Reporter
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The upcoming Barbie movie is testimony to the star power of toy brand Barbie, but it was designer Bob Mackie who made Barbie a star in the first place. That's the argument of Hollywood Reporter, the venerable film industry publication, which said in a recent article that the legendary American designer was a primary reason for the brand's … [Read more...] about Bob Mackie Made Barbie a Fashion Icon, Says Hollywood Reporter