CWB’s favourite finds from the INDX Toy & Gift show.
Warmies®
If you are looking for the perfect gift for loved ones, something they will use yet may not buy for themselves, look no further than Warmies® (pictured above). Inspiring wellbeing is at the heart of what Warmies® does. Its products provide soothing warmth and aromatic comfort for all ages, are safe for all ages, and are loved by all ages. Warmies® are fully heatable, comfortable, provide stress and anxiety relief, and promote restful sleep. They are also perfectly weighted to deliver a calming and positive sensory experience. For further information and trade enquiries visit www.warmies.co.uk or email sales@warmies.co.uk.
Maped Helix
Maped is extending its popular Creativ range of toys and activities to help families get creative this summer. Exciting and innovative new additions include the Imagin’Style bracelet machine, which provides everything required to create 20 unique, colourful bracelets using Heishi beads. The Creativ range also includes a wide selection of modelling kits with everything children need to create animals, or even a dinosaur or unicorn. For the youngest artists in the family, Maped’s My First range offers parents the opportunity to immerse their toddlers in messy play whilst developing their fine motor skills and love of art. Aimed at those aged one to three years, it features products that are specifically designed with the youngest artists in mind and are both easy and safe to use. The range includes brightly coloured Baby Crayons made of soft wax with a rounded handle ideal for babies from age one. Also available are Jumbo Felt Tips, Colouring Pencils and Wax Crayons for young children learning how to grip. For babies and toddlers that are more hands-on, there is the My First Finger Paints. These are available in four bright colours that are dermatologically tested and made up of a smooth texture that doesn’t drip. For the more experienced Picassos, the new Color’Peps Infinity coloured pencils offer a twist on the traditional colouring pencil. The innovative new design means they last 10 times longer than standard colouring pencils. Furthermore, as there is no wood or resin casing, they never need sharpening. For further information and trade enquiries visit www.mapedhelix.co.uk or email stephanie.malinowski@mapedhelix.co.uk.
Connetix Tiles
Connetix® is an Australian business creating award-winning, STEAM-accredited magnetic tiles designed to encourage children to explore their imagination while learning through play. As a high-quality, open-ended toy, Connetix will grow with children as their play and learning develop. The product catalogue includes a variety of packs in three colour ranges – vibrant rainbow, earthy pastel and a clear range. Children can use their imagination to create 2D and 3D designs including houses, castles, rockets and ball runs. At the same time they can explore concepts of magnetism, shapes, patterns and colours whilst developing fine motor and problem-solving skills. In addition to the standard tile range are the signature car bases with real rubber wheels. Plus, the exclusively designed, bestselling Ball Run Packs. Founded and designed by a masters-qualified early childhood educator and a skilled mechanical designer, Connetix are made from non-toxic, food-grade ABS plastic that is BPA, lead and Phthalate free. For further information and trade enquiries visit www.connetixtiles.com or email steve@connetixtiles.com.
Abrams & Chronicle Books
Abrams & Chronicle Books is one of the UK’s leading sales and distribution companies representing many of the world’s most loved book and gift brands. With over 10,000 products across 18 different brands, it has a broad selection of award-winning children’s books, games, puzzles and toys from birth upwards. Amongst the offer at INDX Toy & Gift was the brand Petit Collage, which includes a range of FSC wooden toys and instruments, puzzles, games, colouring books, magnetic activities, soft baby plush made using organic cotton, and showpiece toys that double up as décor for the nursery. Catering from 0 months to 8 years, the latest range includes a beginner’s wooden chess set and a pom pom craft tin (pictured). Mudpuppy, meanwhile, brings a colourful and engaging mix of books, puzzles and games. A new selection of fun books includes board books, interactive crinkle stroller books and tummy time activity books. There are also new Colour Magic Bath Books and coordinating Stickable Bath Shapes. Alongside the Glow-in-the-Dark Puzzles, there is a collection of new card games that offer fun twists on classic gameplays and new shaped box games. Abrams & Chronicle Books has no carriage charges and no minimum order value. All catalogues are available to view at www.abramsandchronicle.co.uk. For trade enquiries email info@abramsandchronicle.co.uk.
Juratoys
The Juratoys portfolio comprises a collection of brands ideal for childrenswear retailers looking for gifting products for newborns onwards. The Janod collection offers a wide range of educational wooden, bath, craft and roleplay toys. Kaloo, meanwhile, promises a world of softness for newborn babies with thoughtful, quality touches. The latest brand to join Juratoys is the Belgian brand Lilliputiens. The range features creative activity toys for all ages and occasions, including rattles, play mats and keepsakes. At INDX Toy & Gift, Juratoys introduced new collections for the brands for 2023. Highlights from Kaloo include the two new dolls Noamie and Amandine, which join the Tendresse range. Janod, meanwhile, has a new Dino collection full of unisex wooden play options (pictured). Although still new to the UK market, Lilliputiens is already bringing its magic to playtime. Hero items include the bestselling My First Farm alongside the new Little Red Riding Hood Play Theatre. For further information on the brands visit www.janod.com, www.kaloo.com and www.lilliputiens.com. For trade enquiries email sales@juratoys.co.uk.
The next edition of INDX Toy & Gift show will take place on the new dates of 3-4 September 2024.
