Set to be a key draw on the Flair stand will be the toy line for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. The collection includes nine of the most popular character action figures, with a level of detail that the firm claims has never been seen before. The range also includes an
array of villains, vehicles, play-sets and role-play, plus a number of deluxe figures with sound effects and special collector’s figures. Prices range from £9.99 up to £99.99, with a number of new lines planned for launch in 2013.
The firm will look to further build on the success of The Trash Pack, with the roll out of Ultimate Fighting Trashies in the spring. This will be followed by series four, with red branding and a mix of two new gangs: Trash Toys and Food of the World. There is also a new play-set in the form of Trash Mountain. Gormiti will also benefit
from a new product line, inspired by the TV series
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which is scheduled to begin on Cartoon Network in May. The focus is on four young Princes of Gorm, with 20cm Super Deluxe Figures and accessories at the top of the range. There will also be 10 and 12cm figures with accessories. The firm will also be
showcasing its new Tom and Jerry collection of play-sets and character figures, as well as further extensions to the Monsuno range after a strong launch in 2012. New pre-school hit Tree Fu
Tom will welcome items including the Magic Sapstone Belt and Holopax Set – with glow motion- activated buckle on the belt – the Super Holopax, which opens to reveals lights, sounds and a range of phrases, and the Tree Fu Tom Magic Moves Rap Mat. Moving on, and the
Yogurtinis are a range of baby dolls with a sweet smelling scent. There are six sibling dolls – four girls and two boys – which have already proved popular
across Europe. CuddleUpPets will also be on the stand – with the addition of new animal characters such as a Magic Unicorn, Pink Ladybug and Yellow Ducky. Fresh licensed CuddleUpPets will also launch, including Minnie Mouse, Winnie the Pooh and Tigger. Sylvanian Families has some great new additions for 2013, including new family home Maple Manor. The hero item features a detachable carport that incorporates a roof terrace, moveable
staircase and chandelier sockets. This year will also see the opening of the Seaside Restaurant, a play- set with 65 accessories, while there will also be new Husky, Red Panda and Gerbil families. Moving into creative play,
new brand Glitzi Globes includes a Starter Kit, a 3 Pack (including an assortment of six different themes) and a Mega Domes Maker and Display Kit, which over 40 pieces. Inkoos will also be expanded with a
Giraffe, Tiger and a Zebra, plus new Inkoos Blingoos, while the Tagz collection welcomes One Direction. The big news for Plasticine is that 2013 will see a complete revamp with new branding, play patterns and fresh generic and licensed versions. Finally, Disney’s Teen Beach Movielaunches in the summer, with Flair releasing versions of classic craft brands Zubber and Comic Maker, as well as the new Teen Beach Movie Watch Maker and Teen Beach Movie Cool Podz.