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May 3 2011
E-shaw’s Tuesdays A La Mode: Snap Into Style
E-shaw’s Tuesdays A La Mode: Snap Into Style Like ‘E-shaw’s Tuesdays A La Mode: Snap Into Style’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Snap Into Style Redsnapper Baby (513) 282-6610 www.redsnapperbaby.com Apparel company Redsnapper Baby offers modern snap tees and T-shirts for infants and toddlers. After mis-snapping a couple snapsuits, Jen Chapman, […]
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May 2 2011
Ready, Set, Nominate!
The Earnie Awards are back and it’s time to weigh in about the brands you love. For more than 34 years, Earnshaw’s has recognized outstanding childrenswear companies in a host of categories. Nominated and voted on by industry leaders, an Earnie Award denotes the children’s retail community’s seal of approval in areas like design, quality, […]
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May 2 2011
Shoe Show to Change Venues
The Children’s Great Event Shoe Show is moving venues. The show will take place Sept. 13 to 15 at The Sheraton Meadowlands Hotel & Conference Center in East Rutherford, N.J. Show organizers say the move will better accommodate the increasing amount of exhibitors and attendees.
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May 2 2011
Avon Adds Baby Line
Avon introduces Tiny Tillia, a collection of products for mom and baby. Featuring a colorful cast of animal-themed characters, the line includes plush toys, cotton sweaters, play suits, non-slip socks, soft shell shoes, nursery décor, baby shampoo, bathrobes, lotion and hand cream for moms. Price ranges range from $5 for body products to $120 for […]
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May 2 2011
JPMA Names Board of Directors
The Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA) announced its Board of Directors for 2011 and 2012. Jason Macari of Summer Infant Products is the newly elected chairman, succeeding Brenda Berd of Scandinavian Child. Green Frog Art’s Kelly Mariotti was elected vice chair and Dave Taylor of Dorel Juvenile Group has been named treasurer. Incoming members include […]
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May 2 2011
Mind Candy Hires for U.S. Licensing Arm
Mind Candy, a London-based media and entertainment company specializing in puzzles, has hired Eric Karp to head the newly formed American licensing division. Mind Candy is the maker of the successful children’s game Moshi Monsters. Moshi has grown to have nearly 40 million users worldwide, a third of which reside in the United States. Darran […]
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May 2 2011
Sanrio Develops Programs to Aid Earthquake and Tsunami Relief
A long-standing staple of Japanese culture, Hello Kitty parent company Sanrio has recently partnered with the American Red Cross in support of disaster relief for Japan and neighboring Pacific nations. A “Hello Kitty Hello Japan” canvas bag will sell for $10 with $6.50 of each sale going to the American Red Cross. Additionally, a T-shirt […]
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May 2 2011
Continued Growth Expected for Global Children’s Apparel Market
The global kids’ apparel market continued its growth, reaching $186 billion in value by 2014, according to an apparel market report by MarketReseach.com. The report, “Childrenswear: Global Industry Almanac,” notes that that the global childrenswear market grew by 2.4 percent in 2009 to reach a value of $161.5 billion. By 2014, the market is forecasted […]
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May 2 2011
E-shaw’s News Blast: Ready, Set, Nominate!
E-shaw’s News Blast: Ready, Set, Nominate! Like ‘E-shaw’s News Blast: Ready, Set, Nominate!’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Ready, Set, Nominate! The Earnie Awards are back and it’s time to weigh in about the brands you love. For more than 34 years, Earnshaw’s has recognized outstanding childrenswear companies in a […]
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Apr 30 2011
E-shaw’s Saturday Sole: Happy Feet
E-shaw’s Saturday Sole: Happy Feet Like ‘E-shaw’s Saturday Sole: Happy Feet’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Happy Feet Nowali (877) 466-9254 www.nowali.com Nowali moccasins make it easy. The favorite sock-and-shoe combo slips right on and dresses feet with funky flair. Nowali Inc. began in 1950 in Sweden and has grown to […]
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Apr 29 2011
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Hit the Books
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Hit the Books Like ‘E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Hit the Books’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Hit the Books Edgeucational Publishing (646) 827-0030 www.edgeucational.com Sometimes young students need a tiny push. Edgeucational Publishing creates the Smart Alec series of workbooks that help support and reinforce reading, math, problem solving […]
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Apr 28 2011
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: All-American
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: All-American Like ‘E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: All-American’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook All-American Susu & John (770) 886-7587 www.susuandjohn.com Hats off to timeless fashion. The American-made baby hats and bonnets by Susu & John offer a sweet and classic look for little ones. The Beaufort Button Bonnet draws inspiration […]
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Apr 27 2011
E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: Tutu for You
E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: Tutu for You Like ‘E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: Tutu for You’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Tutu for You Tutu Pour Mon Deux (413) 348-1133 www.tutupourmondeux.com Every little princess deserves a tutu. Fashionable T-shirt tutus from Tutu Pour Mon Deux are the perfect mix of girly comfort […]
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Apr 26 2011
E-shaw’s Tuesdays A La Mode: Bubbly Fashion
E-shaw’s Tuesdays A La Mode: Bubbly Fashion Like ‘E-shaw’s Tuesdays A La Mode: Bubbly Fashion’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Bubbly Fashion Tiny Bubbles (401) 595-0830 www.tiny-bubbles.com Designer and founder Barbara Guglielmo—affectionately known as “Bubbles” by family and childhood friends—engaged her creative spirit and affinity for design when launching Tiny Bubbles […]
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Apr 25 2011
Toys ‘R’ Us Opens New E-Commerce Distribution
Superstore Toys ‘R’ Us announced plans to open a new e-commerce distribution center outside Reno, NV, to help streamline the company’s growing online business. The new fulfillment center will open in July, and once fully operational, the site will help quicken deliveries to customers in the western half of the United States.
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Apr 25 2011
Gaming Brands Abound at Upcoming Licensing Expo
Some of the largest gaming brands in the world have confirmed their planned presence June 14-16 at the Licensing International Expo in Las Vegas. More than 17 interactive companies, including Activision, Electronic Arts, Capcom, Sony and the representatives from Angry Birds are slated to attend, said Liz Crawford, the show’s director.
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Apr 25 2011
LIMA Announces Excellence Awards Nominees
The International Licensing Industry Merchandisers’ Association (LIMA) announced 69 nominees for the annual LIMA International Licensing Excellence Awards. The winners will be announced opening night of the Licensing Expo on June 14 in Las Vegas. Awards are divided into categories of art or design, character or toy, corporate, television, celebrity or entertainment, sports, licensed promotion […]
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Apr 25 2011
Zutano Names New Sales Exec
Mary Winters has been named Sales Executive for Zutano. Winters will be responsible for sales, merchandising, trade shows, territory showroom support and maintaining market weeks in the New York City showroom. She will be working closely with new and existing retail accounts to optimize product strategy and sales. Prior to joining Zutano, Winters was the […]
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Apr 25 2011
E-shaw’s News Blast: Toys ‘R’ Us Opens New E-Commerce Distribution
E-shaw’s News Blast: Toys ‘R’ Us Opens New E-Commerce Distribution Like ‘E-shaw’s News Blast: Toys ‘R’ Us Opens New E-Commerce Distribution’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Toys ‘R’ Us Opens New E-Commerce Distribution Superstore Toys ‘R’ Us announced plans to open a new e-commerce distribution center outside Reno, NV… [more] […]
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Apr 23 2011
E-shaw’s Saturday Sole: Little Legs
E-shaw’s Saturday Sole: Little Legs Like ‘E-shaw’s Saturday Sole: Little Legs’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Little Legs BabyLegs (206) 734-4000 www.babylegs.com Children’s fashion leader, BabyLegs, is celebrating spring. Known for bringing a fun and quirky style to leg warmers, socks and hosiery, BabyLegs’ Spring ’11 line features designs like Watermelon […]