http://www.kidstodayonline.com Sat, 26 May 2012 21:23:28 MDT Latest news on kids home furnishings eng Copyright 2012 Sandow Media LLC. Subject to its Terms of Use (http://www.kidstodayonline.com/info/terms-and-conditions.php) http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Talking_Walnut/42889-Play_With_Your_Food_A_Very_Veggie_World_Cookbook.php?rssid=20981 http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Talking_Walnut/42889-Play_With_Your_Food_A_Very_Veggie_World_Cookbook.php?rssid=20981 Fri, 25 May 2012 21:35:52 GMT My 7-year-old's latest trick? Turning her dinner into her own culinary creations. Chicken and baked potatoes turns into "chicken boat wonders." Bread folded over and dipped in salad dressing... http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Talking_Walnut/42885-Smooth_Operator_Babyspa_Body_Lotion.php?rssid=20981 http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Talking_Walnut/42885-Smooth_Operator_Babyspa_Body_Lotion.php?rssid=20981 Wed, 23 May 2012 03:38:50 GMT Baby-soft skin...it's something I was fortunate to have through much of my childhood. When I was little, my dad used to reach over and playfully rub my cheeks. By the time I became a teenager,... http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Out_of_the_Toy_Box/42884-Crowdfunding_Sites_Crowdtilt_AngelList_Crowdfunder_Kickstarter_and_more.php?rssid=20981 http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Out_of_the_Toy_Box/42884-Crowdfunding_Sites_Crowdtilt_AngelList_Crowdfunder_Kickstarter_and_more.php?rssid=20981 Tue, 22 May 2012 20:59:56 GMT In my last post, "Crowdfunding Websites; where to find investment money under the new JOBS Act," I wrote about a CNN article, "8 crowdfunding sites to watch." These are sites that CNN deems... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/newsletter/Kids_Today_eWeekly/2012/Kids_Today_eWeekly_20120522173142.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/newsletter/Kids_Today_eWeekly/2012/Kids_Today_eWeekly_20120522173142.php?rssid=20981 Tue, 22 May 2012 17:31:42 GMT http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551566-Koelnmesse_teams_up_with_TJPA_to_co_host_China_Kids_Expo.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551566-Koelnmesse_teams_up_with_TJPA_to_co_host_China_Kids_Expo.php?rssid=20981 Tue, 22 May 2012 15:57:08 GMT BEIJING — German trade fair organizer Koelnmesse and the China Toy & Juvenile Products Assn.... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551565-ASTRA_names_Best_Toys_for_Kids_finalists.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551565-ASTRA_names_Best_Toys_for_Kids_finalists.php?rssid=20981 Tue, 22 May 2012 15:54:33 GMT CHICAGO — The American Specialty Toy Retailing Assn. has selected 57 toys from 550 nominations... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551542-Registration_hotel_booking_for_Las_Vegas_Market_now_open.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551542-Registration_hotel_booking_for_Las_Vegas_Market_now_open.php?rssid=20981 Mon, 21 May 2012 20:46:08 GMT LAS VEGAS — Registration for the summer Las Vegas Market, which runs July 30-Aug. 3, is now... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551540-Five_retailers_recall_Tots_in_Mind_crib_play_yard_tents.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551540-Five_retailers_recall_Tots_in_Mind_crib_play_yard_tents.php?rssid=20981 Mon, 21 May 2012 20:41:40 GMT WASHINGTON — Five national retailers are voluntarily recalling and giving refunds to consumers... http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Out_of_the_Toy_Box/42877-Crowdfunding_Websites_where_to_find_investment_money_under_the_new_JOBS_Act.php?rssid=20981 http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Out_of_the_Toy_Box/42877-Crowdfunding_Websites_where_to_find_investment_money_under_the_new_JOBS_Act.php?rssid=20981 Mon, 21 May 2012 14:23:07 GMT As a consultant, I am frequently approached by entrepreneurs and start-up companies seeking investment money. I have had to tell them that in most cases, initial money comes from family, friends... http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Talking_Walnut/42876-Take_Me_to_Your_Leader_Kissy_Kissy_Infant_Apparel.php?rssid=20981 http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Talking_Walnut/42876-Take_Me_to_Your_Leader_Kissy_Kissy_Infant_Apparel.php?rssid=20981 Sun, 20 May 2012 02:31:54 GMT What's more darling than an outfitted infant? It's been years since our girls were babies, but that doesn't mean we still can't appreciate an adorable ensemble when we see one. One particular... http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Talking_Walnut/42875-B_Y_O_B_Lucky_Diaz_and_the_Family_Jam_Band_s_A_Potluck.php?rssid=20981 http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Talking_Walnut/42875-B_Y_O_B_Lucky_Diaz_and_the_Family_Jam_Band_s_A_Potluck.php?rssid=20981 Fri, 18 May 2012 19:16:48 GMT Tis the season of BBQs, picnics and all those other outdoor family festivities whose only requirements are a hearty appetite and a willingness to party. And what's a good time without some tunes... http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Talking_Walnut/42870-Swimming_With_the_Sharks_Zoocchini_Hooded_Towels.php?rssid=20981 http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Talking_Walnut/42870-Swimming_With_the_Sharks_Zoocchini_Hooded_Towels.php?rssid=20981 Wed, 16 May 2012 12:12:21 GMT All it took was one beautiful, unseasonably warm weekend to make me realize that summer is not far off. A short visit to our local beach reminded me that I'll soon be loading up my beach bag with... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/newsletter/Kids_Today_eWeekly/2012/Kids_Today_eWeekly_20120515173539.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/newsletter/Kids_Today_eWeekly/2012/Kids_Today_eWeekly_20120515173539.php?rssid=20981 Tue, 15 May 2012 17:35:39 GMT http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551356-Babies_R_Us_launching_Paul_Frank_Small_Paul_collection.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551356-Babies_R_Us_launching_Paul_Frank_Small_Paul_collection.php?rssid=20981 Tue, 15 May 2012 15:31:12 GMT Paul Frank, known for its fun-loving and recognizable character, Julius the Monkey, is... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551355-ASFD_accepting_submissions_for_the_17th_Annual_Pinnacle_Awards.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551355-ASFD_accepting_submissions_for_the_17th_Annual_Pinnacle_Awards.php?rssid=20981 Tue, 15 May 2012 15:21:54 GMT The American Society of Furniture Designers is now accepting submissions for the 17th annual... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551353-KooKoo_Bear_Kids_designs_three_kids_rooms_at_Roswell_Women_s_Club_Designer_Showcase_Home_Tour.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551353-KooKoo_Bear_Kids_designs_three_kids_rooms_at_Roswell_Women_s_Club_Designer_Showcase_Home_Tour.php?rssid=20981 Tue, 15 May 2012 15:12:24 GMT KooKoo Bear Kids, an online, catalog, and retail store marketer of designer kids' rooms and... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551349-Kolkraft_bassinets_recalled_due_to_fall_hazard.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551349-Kolkraft_bassinets_recalled_due_to_fall_hazard.php?rssid=20981 Tue, 15 May 2012 15:03:50 GMT Kolkraft is recalling about 46,000 Tender Vibes & Light Vibes bassinets because the latches that... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551345-CopCorp_and_TK_Brand_Group_Join_Forces_to_Form_Knockout_Licensing.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551345-CopCorp_and_TK_Brand_Group_Join_Forces_to_Form_Knockout_Licensing.php?rssid=20981 Tue, 15 May 2012 14:52:09 GMT CopCorp Licensing and TK Brand Group have joined forces to form Knockout Licensing, a... http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Out_of_the_Toy_Box/42866-The_Power_of_Silly.php?rssid=20981 http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Out_of_the_Toy_Box/42866-The_Power_of_Silly.php?rssid=20981 Mon, 14 May 2012 20:48:41 GMT My son, Matt, sent me a picture this week of a hippopotamus having his teeth brushed. You may wonder, as did I, why a grown man would send his father a picture of a hippo much less one with good... http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Out_of_the_Toy_Box/42865-The_JOBS_Act_and_how_it_makes_raising_money_easier.php?rssid=20981 http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Out_of_the_Toy_Box/42865-The_JOBS_Act_and_how_it_makes_raising_money_easier.php?rssid=20981 Fri, 11 May 2012 19:11:01 GMT The JOBS Act is one of the most important changes to raising capital in American history. Why, because it makes the IPO process more attractive and provides entrepreneurs of any size with new... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551261-JPMA_petitions_CPSC_to_establish_bumper_standard.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551261-JPMA_petitions_CPSC_to_establish_bumper_standard.php?rssid=20981 Fri, 11 May 2012 14:45:28 GMT The Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association petitioned the Consumer Product Safety... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/classified/index.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/classified/index.php?rssid=20981 Fri, 11 May 2012 12:25:51 GMT http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Talking_Walnut/42863-Here_s_Lookin_At_You_Kid_Babiators.php?rssid=20981 http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Talking_Walnut/42863-Here_s_Lookin_At_You_Kid_Babiators.php?rssid=20981 Thu, 10 May 2012 14:18:13 GMT Indestructible sunglasses for kids? Never heard of 'em. My almost 4-year-old has already been through 3 pairs, and they never manage to make it through an entire season. Whether her shades end up... http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Talking_Walnut/42862-Sunny_Side_Up_Plan_Toys_Breakfast_Set.php?rssid=20981 http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Talking_Walnut/42862-Sunny_Side_Up_Plan_Toys_Breakfast_Set.php?rssid=20981 Wed, 09 May 2012 21:22:05 GMT With Mother's Day quickly approaching, can I count on breakfast in bed or, better yet, a little extra shut-eye? Fat chance on either one, but not for lack of trying. My almost 8-year-old won't... http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Out_of_the_Toy_Box/42858-The_decline_of_Nintendo_Play_Station_Xbox_can_the_toy_industry_help_.php?rssid=20981 http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Out_of_the_Toy_Box/42858-The_decline_of_Nintendo_Play_Station_Xbox_can_the_toy_industry_help_.php?rssid=20981 Tue, 08 May 2012 20:29:06 GMT E3, the Video Game trade show, is taking place this week in Los Angeles. It is occurring in the face of a steady decline in video game sales. The drop off appears to be more than some cyclical... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/newsletter/Kids_Today_eWeekly/2012/Kids_Today_eWeekly_20120508183134.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/newsletter/Kids_Today_eWeekly/2012/Kids_Today_eWeekly_20120508183134.php?rssid=20981 Tue, 08 May 2012 18:31:34 GMT http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551099-Young_America_among_companies_featured_on_The_Talk_.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551099-Young_America_among_companies_featured_on_The_Talk_.php?rssid=20981 Tue, 08 May 2012 16:17:35 GMT LOS ANGELES — CBS's national daytime program "The Talk" aired a special Million Dollar Baby... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551087-Build_A_Bear_Workshop_expands_into_toys_games.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551087-Build_A_Bear_Workshop_expands_into_toys_games.php?rssid=20981 Tue, 08 May 2012 14:30:29 GMT ST. LOUIS — Build-A-Bear Workshop has teamed up with A Squared Entertainment Elxsi to expand... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551049-FAO_Schwarz_opens_exhibit_to_celebrate_150th_anniversary.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551049-FAO_Schwarz_opens_exhibit_to_celebrate_150th_anniversary.php?rssid=20981 Mon, 07 May 2012 20:14:57 GMT NEW YORK — FAO Schwarz, the venerable toy store, has opened a walk-around gallery in its... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551048-New_York_Baby_Show_set_for_May_19_20.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551048-New_York_Baby_Show_set_for_May_19_20.php?rssid=20981 Mon, 07 May 2012 20:11:18 GMT NEW YORK — The New York Baby Show, billed as the largest consumer show for new and expectant... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551046-Manhattan_Toy_recalls_more_than_3_000_rattles.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/551046-Manhattan_Toy_recalls_more_than_3_000_rattles.php?rssid=20981 Mon, 07 May 2012 20:06:56 GMT WASHINGTON — Manhattan Toy, in partnership with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission... http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Talking_Walnut/42855-Sit_N_Snooze_Tiny_Love_3_In_1_Rocker_Napper.php?rssid=20981 http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Talking_Walnut/42855-Sit_N_Snooze_Tiny_Love_3_In_1_Rocker_Napper.php?rssid=20981 Mon, 07 May 2012 18:39:39 GMT Delicate, precise handiwork isn't only necessary for surgeons and craftspeople; it's also crucial for moms of sleeping babies. I remember when my almost 4-year-old would finally conk out in her... http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Out_of_the_Toy_Box/42854-Slow_Time_Fast_Time_and_Children.php?rssid=20981 http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Out_of_the_Toy_Box/42854-Slow_Time_Fast_Time_and_Children.php?rssid=20981 Fri, 04 May 2012 16:36:31 GMT I have always been fascinated by time. It's so malleable that its passage can seem to speed up or slow down simply by circumstance. For me, there is no slower passage of time than sitting in a... http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Talking_Walnut/42850-Here_Comes_the_Sun_Gustafer_Yellowgold.php?rssid=20981 http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Talking_Walnut/42850-Here_Comes_the_Sun_Gustafer_Yellowgold.php?rssid=20981 Wed, 02 May 2012 18:55:24 GMT This past Sunday was definitely a sun-day. My family and I were treated to a performance by none other than the former Sun resident himself, Gustafer Yellowgold. For those of you not familiar with... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550880-Kids_Today_Youth_Bedroom_Metro_Projections_2012.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550880-Kids_Today_Youth_Bedroom_Metro_Projections_2012.php?rssid=20981 Wed, 02 May 2012 13:42:13 GMT Youth furniture sales are projected to rise 19.1% over the next five years. In 2011, youth... http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Out_of_the_Toy_Box/42847-Game_Rooms_and_the_Importance_of_Play_Environments.php?rssid=20981 http://www.giftsanddec.com/blog/Out_of_the_Toy_Box/42847-Game_Rooms_and_the_Importance_of_Play_Environments.php?rssid=20981 Wed, 02 May 2012 13:13:40 GMT When you were a teenager you may have had a friend whose family had a place in their house which was dedicated to playing competitive, action games. Some of these were like pieces of furniture: ... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550874-Finding_New_Energy_in_youth.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550874-Finding_New_Energy_in_youth.php?rssid=20981 Wed, 02 May 2012 12:19:34 GMT Early years: Ten years ago, Doug Devine joined New Energy Bedrooms, a company that was focused... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550873-Products_at_ABC_Spring_Show.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550873-Products_at_ABC_Spring_Show.php?rssid=20981 Wed, 02 May 2012 11:45:36 GMT Attendees at this month's fourth annual ABC Spring Educational Conference and Trade Show, set... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550872-Products_at_High_Point_Market.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550872-Products_at_High_Point_Market.php?rssid=20981 Wed, 02 May 2012 11:21:49 GMT The High Point Market gets under way this month with a variety of furnishings for tots through... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550871-Car_seats_utilize_new_technology_to_improve_safety.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550871-Car_seats_utilize_new_technology_to_improve_safety.php?rssid=20981 Wed, 02 May 2012 10:41:58 GMT Car seats are, at heart, a safety purchase, and a required one. And today's technology means... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550870-Keeping_up_with_the_times_at_Kid_s_Stuff_Superstore.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550870-Keeping_up_with_the_times_at_Kid_s_Stuff_Superstore.php?rssid=20981 Wed, 02 May 2012 10:29:57 GMT Lincoln, Neb. - Aaron and Karla Pederson aren't just storeowners these days; they're customers... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550869-Doodlefish_launches_custom_bedding_program.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550869-Doodlefish_launches_custom_bedding_program.php?rssid=20981 Wed, 02 May 2012 10:27:05 GMT Atlanta - Juvenile bedding manufacturer Doodlefish launched a new custom bedding program at the... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550868-Ninfra_holds_annual_Business_Building_Conference.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550868-Ninfra_holds_annual_Business_Building_Conference.php?rssid=20981 Wed, 02 May 2012 10:19:27 GMT Carlsbad , Calif . - The National Independent Nursery Furniture Retailers Assn. held its annual... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550867-Marvel_Super_Heros_to_appear_on_Incredibeds.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550867-Marvel_Super_Heros_to_appear_on_Incredibeds.php?rssid=20981 Wed, 02 May 2012 10:17:51 GMT Marvel characters such as Spider Man and Captain America will soon be seen on Incredibeds, the... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550866-JPMA_and_ABC_finalize_negotiations_for_unification.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550866-JPMA_and_ABC_finalize_negotiations_for_unification.php?rssid=20981 Wed, 02 May 2012 10:15:15 GMT Washington, D.C. - The Juvenile Products Manufacturers Assn. and All Baby and Child have... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550865-Baby_Furniture_Plus_Assn_holds_annual_board_meeting.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550865-Baby_Furniture_Plus_Assn_holds_annual_board_meeting.php?rssid=20981 Wed, 02 May 2012 10:12:32 GMT Fort Myers, FLA - The Baby Furniture Plus Assn. held its annual board meeting last month, where... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550864-Atlanta_gift_market_exhibitors_pleased_with_traffic_show_energy.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550864-Atlanta_gift_market_exhibitors_pleased_with_traffic_show_energy.php?rssid=20981 Wed, 02 May 2012 10:07:26 GMT Atlanta - The winter Atlanta International Gift and Home Furnishings Market took place here in... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550863-Najarian_enters_youth_bedroom_category.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550863-Najarian_enters_youth_bedroom_category.php?rssid=20981 Wed, 02 May 2012 10:03:50 GMT CITY OF INDUSTRY, CALIF. - Case goods importer Najarian Furniture is entering the youth bedroom... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550862-Staying_current_and_relevant.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/article/550862-Staying_current_and_relevant.php?rssid=20981 Wed, 02 May 2012 09:59:37 GMT Keeping up with the times is something we all struggle with, whether we're manufacturers or... http://www.kidstodayonline.com/newsletter/Kids_Today_eWeekly/2012/Kids_Today_eWeekly_20120501183202.php?rssid=20981 http://www.kidstodayonline.com/newsletter/Kids_Today_eWeekly/2012/Kids_Today_eWeekly_20120501183202.php?rssid=20981 Tue, 01 May 2012 18:32:02 GMT