Character Toys

The new Dora Links™ doll by Mattel is all grown up and ready to offer fun and exciting computer games to young children. Yes it’s true, there is now a new all grown up Dora doll that connects to...

Mattel has introduced the all grown up Dora doll called Dora Links™. It’s an all grown up older version of Dora that connects to your computer. Once connected to your computer, you can play fun...

Is your child part of the Zhu Zhu Pets craze? If so, you know there is a lot of "stuff" that goes along with the Zhu Zhu Pet hamsters. How do you keep all of these items organized for...

Many toys come and go every season and this year one hot item is the Zhu Zhu hamster. They come in many colors and are a hard item to find this year. If are looking to get one please read this how...

Zhu Zhu Pets is the "must have" gift for both sons and little girls. Precisely like Wii was 2 years ago during the 2007 Xmas time of year, both boys and little girls will love Zhu zhu...

A Munny is a vinyl character with movable joints that is about seven inches tall and weighs about one lb. A Munny comes in a box with four accessories and a coloring book. The character can come...

So, have you found the Zhu Zhu Pets hamster for someone special in your life? Will this be a holiday gift, or a "just because" gift? Either way, your little cherub is sure to delight...

Bought a new 'puffle' stuffed animal for about $6.00 at a Target, or another store? Want to register its code but don't know how? Here's how.

With the popular catchphrase 'Weebles wobble but they don't fall down,' Hasbro's Playskool division successfully introduced a line of roly-poly toys in 1971. Shaped like eggs with weights at the...

Dora is growing up and now even has her own virtual online world. By plugging your Dora Links fashion doll into your computer, you can go on adventures and help Dora to solve mysteries. Find out...

You wore your Where the Wild Things Are Halloween costume, and you hate to put it away; why not turn it into a Jim Henson-style muppet and use it all year long? Here are a few simple steps to...

With three boys, it seems like it is Lego time all the time at my house. Mounds of Legos piled up just waiting for the next great idea to hit, or a work in progress just waiting to be finished...

"Finding Nemo" is the hit animated movie released by Disney and Pixar studios that follows the adventures of a clownfish as he searches for his lost son. The movie has spawned a large selection of...

Finding Nemo is a new classic of the Disney collection. This story of a lovable clownfish and his dad on their adventures under the sea has captivated hearts and minds. If you have a Nemo fan in...

Is your child after a Zhu Zhu Pets toy? Have you seen these? They are taking over the country by storm and are quickly one of the hardest toys to find on retail shelves nationwide. We hope to...

Bakugan is a range of toys and a trading card game based on the Cartoon Network animated show "Bakugan." On the show, six friends fight to save the Earth from evil forces who attempted to destroy...

The story of billionaire Bruce Wayne's secret crusade against crime has taken on many forms over the years. In addition to comic books, Wayne's alter-ego, Batman, has appeared in movies, live and...

The "My Little Pony" collection is a range of collectible ponies produced by toy manufacturer Hasbro since the 1980s. My Little Ponies are available in different colors, sizes and textures, and...

Marvel Toys is known for their comic book action figures, featuring more than 5,000 separate characters. In the early 1990s, the company focused on the Spider-man, X-Force and X-Men collections to...

How to make Mickey Mouse Ears when you need them in a Jiffy. from scrap material

Waldorf dolls have become a popular toy in the natural toy market. Making the dolls have become popular as a means to control costs and to provide children with a model of self reliance and...

Are you looking for a unique theme for your nursery or young child's room? Are you tired of seeing the same trends in nurseries and want something unusual and different? Are you unsure of the...

In recent years, LEGO has taken to designing LEGO video games after popular movies like Star Wars, Indiana Jones and Batman. LEGO Batman: The Video Game, was an instant hit. Featuring old school...

Beanie Babies were launched in the early 1990s, and a number of different designs were available during the decade. During this period, various stuffed animals became very popular and rose in...

During the release of episodes one through three of the "Star Wars" trilogy, Pez and Lucasfilms commemorated the event by creating Pez candy dispensers from a number of the series' characters. The...

If kids are having fun playing spy games, why not give them a little equipment to make their spy play even more exciting. There are many items that can be used to make homemade spy gear for kids...

Here is a really fun activity for kids and parents . Printing up paper toys just like the one in the photo to the left will create hours of fun , and best of all ....its free! To get started...

An ARC reactor is the power source used to fuel the exoskeleton-type armor worn by superhero Iron Man. The ARC reactor allows Iron Man to take shelter within his suit, keeping him from harm while...

Making a sock puppet offers adults a chance to interact, play and teach children. Thomas Edison invented the phonograph and the longest-lasting electrical light bulb. This activity allows children...

Little boys love to get in to character and one of the characters they portray the most often is a pirate. They may want to have a pirate birthday party or dress up like a pirate for Halloween....

Whether it's the Jedi way or darker Sith leanings, every Star Warrior needs the weapon of choice---a light saber. Instead of waiting centuries for one, make your own with a broomstick, some PVC...

Manufactured by Moose Enterprises in 2002 and 2003, Mighty Beanz are collectible toys, modeled after Mexican jumping beans. The toys are capsule-shaped and decorated with a character likeness. One...

For generations, "Star Wars" has dazzled audiences with its unique characters and graphics. By far the most memorable weapon of the Star Wars franchise is the lightsaber. While it is the official...

Looking to make an Abby Cadabby Wand? Abby Cadabby is the new character on Sesame Street, a 3-year old fairy in training. If your little one loves Elmo's new friend, why not make an Abby Cadabby...

Darth Nihilus is one of the truly terrifying characters of the Star Wars legends. This dark lord of the Sith was responsible for an almost complete purge of the Jedi order. Encased in his suit,...

Does your child love "Go Diego Go" and obsess over him and the show all the time? Here's how you can have fun with it!

Most nurses don't wear caps anymore, but they are still a recognizable symbol of the nursing profession. With this cap and a piece of blue or red material as a cape, your aspiring nurse will be...

Legos® are a world wide phenomenon. The colorful, stacking bricks have brought joy to children from the youngest toddler to the teen set. These youngsters may grow up to become Lego®...

Making a toy badge can add a great deal to a police costume or when playing cops and robbers. The toy badge can be altered to be of any sort: a sheriff's badge, a police badge or any other you may...

Paddington Bear has charmed readers worldwide for many years. Paddington's story begins in 1956, when he was just a lone plush bear collecting dust on a toy-store shelf. Now a worldwide...

Batman is one of the most iconic super heroes in the comic book world, but unlike Superman, Spiderman and The Incredible Hulk, he actually does not have any super powers. Batman relies on his...

Hasbro introduced My Little Pony in the 80's and the toys have become very collectible with highly prized ponies selling for a pretty price. Here is how you can sell My Little Pony toys.

A bandana can be worn for many reasons. For practical use, bandanas keep hair out of the face and keep sweat at bay on a hot day. Bandanas have crossed the line into fashion as well. Many men and...

Legos have been a crucial part of the toy business for many years, and have influenced the lives of millions of children. Anything in the human imagination can be represented via their huge...

Children see the pleasure adults get from relaxing in a hammock. Naturally they want to extend this good feeling to their personified toys. Show your child how to make a toy hammock using simple...

With the release of the fourth installment of the Indiana Jones movie franchise, there will be a new generation of fans of the adventure series. If your kids are among them, they may want a cool...

With the recent hit box-office movie, Transformers have once again become a popular toy item for children. So, when you are out toy shopping, Transformers could very well be on your list. Whether...

When you have twins, once they reach the age of "Mine, Mine, Mine," which for me was 10 months, they will need to have their own toys. You can do it the easy way, give them each a toy, or do it...

When I asked my niece what she wanted for Christmas last year, she brightly exclaimed, "A Wand!" Well, as much as I love the Harry Potter series and all of the products that have come out of it, I...

Porcelain dolls are adored by little girls and women of all ages. There is something compelling about that perfect porcelain face, the sparkling eyes and the tiny ruby-red lips that most females...