Posts Tagged ‘ Top Toys ’

NYIGF Inside Scoop: Apple Park

January 31, 2013    |    By +
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GIFT NAME: Apple Park Woodland Pal Plush Toys & Picnic Pal Backpacks We’re posting about the most unique, exciting and sure-to-be-popular gift ideas that we’re seeing while walking the New York International Gift Fair.  It is one of the biggest events of its kind in the world and it’s right here in our own... Read more »


2012 Toys“R”Us Hot Holiday Toy List!

December 3, 2012    |    By +
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I am always on the lookout for the most popular and unique toys available, and I have a few secret sources that I return to again and again for inspiration. One of those sources is The Toys”R”Us Hot Holiday Toy List that showcases what they predict to be the most-wanted toys of the season.... Read more »


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The Original Big Wheel: Time to Play Inside Scoop

September 28, 2012    |    By +
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The Original Big Wheel: Time to Play Inside Scoop

The Time to Play event happens twice a year and is THE best event for spotting the hottest toys for the upcoming season. Only the biggest and best will have tables at this exclusive industry event and we have the inside scoop! We’ll be reporting on our favorite discoveries at the event so that... Read more »


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Time To Play: An Inside Scoop

September 28, 2012    |    By +
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Time To Play: An Inside Scoop

  The Time to Play event happens twice a year and is THE best event for spotting the hottest toys for the upcoming season. Only the biggest and best will have tables at this exclusive industry event and we have the inside scoop! We’ll be reporting on our favorite discoveries at the event so... Read more »


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The New LeapPad 2

July 18, 2012    |    By +
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The New LeapPad 2

The #1 kid’s learning tablet just got better. The original LeapPad was introduced in 2011 and over the last year has won prestigious awards from the Toy Industry Association including “Toy of the Year”. As the industry leader in educational toys, LeapFrog naturally saw a great opportunity to bring educational content, personal creativity and... Read more »


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Happy Birthday Ken!

March 13, 2012    |    By +
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Happy Birthday Ken!

On March 13, 1961 Barbie landed the ultimate blue-eyed hottie boyfriend Ken. After a brief split in 2004, Barbie and Ken have now reconciled and are living happily ever after in Malibu. It’s hard to believe Ken is 51 years old today; he doesn’t look a day over 27! I guess he’s had some... Read more »


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Most Wanted Toys for the Holidays

October 5, 2011    |    By +
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Most Wanted Toys for the Holidays

Last week, the Gift Guru team attended the Time to Play 2011 Holiday Showcase which showcases all the hottest toys for holiday. Besides announcing the “Most Wanted” toy list a.k.a all the toys your kids will be demanding in the coming months, we also got to play with all the toys first-hand to see... Read more »


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Sneak Peek: LEGO Life of George

September 29, 2011    |    By +
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Sneak Peek: LEGO Life of George

The Gift: LEGO Life of George (available October 1st for around $30) The Scoop: LEGO’s Life of George is a brand new game that combines both physical and digital game play. So how do you play? First you download the free Life of George app. to an Apple/iOS device (iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad…although... Read more »


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Time to Play: Summer Toy Trends

May 2, 2011    |    By +
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Last week we attend the Time To Play Spring Showcase. The toy industry event gives media outlets and taste makers a peek at what toys will be hot this season (and beyond). Not only did we get a firsthand look at some really fun outdoor toys, such as the latest from Super Soaker and... Read more »


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Dana H.
Dana is Editor in Chief at Gifts.com. She loves helping make every occasion stand out with her unique gift ideas, handy tips & special touches. She has over a decade of experience with matching fabulous products with fabulous people.

Dan T.
As the Men’s Gift Editor, Dan is fortunate to be able to blend his work week with off-hour hobbies. Dan’s marketing background goes back over a decade, but he's always been passionate about the “guy” things like sports, electronics and grilling.

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Liz T.
Liz is the children & baby gifts trend editor at Gifts.com. Prior to Gifts.com she spent several years matching people with products while working retail. Her niece and nephews give her the inside scoop on kids. She also knows the best gourmet gifts for every occasion.

Felicia W.
Felicia works as a "Gift Guru" with a focus on pet and flower trends. While she is still learning the art of gift giving, Felicia loves focusing her attention on pet gifts. She is always on the lookout for the best and most unique items for our lovable cats and dogs.

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