Debuts in the Big Apple
Modern continues its push into infant products
Staff -- Kids Today, 3/1/2007
The New York International Gift Fair was teaming with debuts sure to spark consumers' interest. From frames and wall décor to bedding, accessories and more, the designs were fun and fresh with both whimsical and modern looks.
In response to customer and store requests, DadGear debuts its camouflage messenger bag, $79. The bag has the same features as other DadGear bags — removable front panel, integrated wipes case, changing pad, roomy pockets and more — and it has an optional three-point harness for a secure fit.
Boo Blue Hippo debuts from Modern Basics with a whimsical, yet modern design. The crib set, $270, includes a 280-thread-count cotton sateen sheet, reversible bumper, quilt and skirt. Extra sheets are $36. Other designs include Boo Pink Dragon Fly and Boo Green Frog.
Blue Cool is a multi-functional intro from Kaloo. As shown it's a plush play mat but the bottom half, which is attached with covered magnets, is removable to use the mat as a changing pad and the bottom cushion as a nursing pillow, $130.
The Little Lamb nursery collection from Saro has gingham and plush chenille in 100% cotton. The crib set includes a quilt, bumper and pillow for $175. A door hanger, photo frame, diaper holder, blanket and bed skirt also are available.
Catimini's Cat King combines feline fun and transportation icons for a unique boys' group. The twin pieces, made of 100% cotton, are printed in Italy and finished in France. The reversible twin duvet cover is $128; other pieces include sheets and pillow cases and reversible pillow shams, standard and euro, sold separately.
Fish is a new design from Wallter for Kids. These three-dimensional wall applications are part wallpaper and part art and are primed and ready to paint in the color of your choice. Prices vary by size and design.
The prince and princess photo albums from Fetco feature faux suede covers with jewel-like embellishments on the crowns and photo pockets for personalization.
Picnic Gift has a line of totes perfect for picnicking with baby. The Baby Boo, $70, is a deluxe insulated pack that comes with a blanket, changing pad and a separate bag. It's quilted and available in pink, blue or olive, shown, with leather-like piping.
Zeiger Enterprises' First Democrat and Republican rockers, $150, have a 37″ glider that gives 4- to 12-month-olds a gentle ride and a pocket behind the seat for storage.
Characters from Mo Willems books "Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus," "Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale" and "Leonardo the Terrible Monster" debut from Yottoy, $21 each. The pigeon says "Let me drive the bus" and Leonardo is a puppet. All feature soft fabrics, like chenille, and have a contemporary flair.
