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New Startup Aimed to Bring Montessori Directly Into Your Home
Bring quality materials and memories directly to your door with Montessori themed monthly subscriptions. - October 27, 2015 - Montessori By Mom
Redneck Pontoons Unleashes Water Fun for 450 RC Helicopter Pilots
Redneck Pontoons is making a big splash among pilots of 400 and 450-sized RC helicopters. Of all the accessories available for these copters, the Redneck Pontoons grips are definitely the most fun. Just change out the existing helicopter skids for the Redneck Pontoons grips, strap on some empty 16... - October 16, 2015 - Redneck Pontoons
Launch of Drink n' Delegate
Drink n' Delegate launched on Kickstarter. - October 15, 2015 - Drink n' Delegate
Just in Time for the Holidays - Paola Reina Dolls Now at Beacon's Glow Collectibles
Did you know that Paola Reina Dolls are entirely handmade in Spain and are sold in over 33 countries? - October 14, 2015 - Beacon's Glow Collectibles
Settlers of Catan® Meets Risk® in a New Strategy Game – Middle Empire
Middle Empire, a new quick playing strategy game combining familiar aspects of Settlers of Catan and Risk. - October 09, 2015 - NateCo Holdings LLC
The World's First Yoga Doll™ from AZIAM Girlz, Asana, Launches Today with Kickstarter Campaign - www.kickstarter.com/projects/aziamgirlz/aziam-girlz-yoga-dolls
The doll that empowers, inspires, and does yoga! Introducing, AZIAM Girlz: the World’s First Yoga Doll™ collection - inspiring young girls everywhere to appreciate their unique selves and practice a healthy, grounded lifestyle during playtime and beyond. Launching on www.kickstarter.com/projects/aziamgirlz/aziam-girlz-yoga-dolls with Asana™ Yoga Girl, each Doll moves with a full range of motion in her hips and knees - and she even has a built in spinal extender for forward and back bending. - October 02, 2015 - AZIAMGirlz
October Toys Resurrects Skeleton Warriors Grimskull Action Figure
Skeleton Warriors are back and still bad to the bone with this 1/18th scale fully articulated Glyos compatible Grimskull action figure! - September 23, 2015 - October Toys
Charm Games Announces New Virtual Reality Game "FORM" to Debut at Vancouver International Film Festival
It’s not a puzzle why this is a game changer. - September 23, 2015 - Charm Games
New Teddy Bear Brings Comfort to Refugee Children
Threadies teddy bears come in sibling pairs: for each teddy bear purchased in the US, its twin is donated to a child refugee, creating a special bond between children across the world. - September 16, 2015 - Threadies
Opportunity Arises with the Continuing Rise of Anime and Fantasy Toys
Anime, Fantasy and Game collectibles in store handpicked by industry experts. - August 22, 2015 - HobbyRevo
The Satirical Card Game, "Election," Arrives Just in Time to Mock the Madness of the 2016 Elections
A Mash Up of War and Poker, the Game Lets Players Win or Steal the Highest Office in the Land. - August 21, 2015 - The Election Game
Splash Around Launches New Self Sealing Water Balloons
The Scotland-based company, Splash Around, has launched a product sure to help customers fully enjoy their next water balloon fight. Their Self-Sealing Water Balloons are currently being sold on Amazon.com for $17.50. Each pack includes 3 bunches of 37 balloons and 3 water filler nozzle attachments. - August 20, 2015 - Splash Around
Icon Heroes to Produce ABC "Once Upon A Time" Articulated Action Figures
Icon Heroes LLC is proud to announce it has entered into an agreement with ABC Studios to create a new series of collectibles based on the hit ABC television series “Once Upon a Time.” - August 12, 2015 - Icon Heroes, LLC
Herobuilders Can Make Custom Action Figures for the Hero in You. Become a Custom Action Figure with Just 2 Images.
Herobuilders Releases a Group shot of Custom Action Figures. Herobuilders flexes its muscles in this group shot of custom action figures. - August 04, 2015 - HeroBuilders
Geek Fever Games Launches New Card Game, Mars vs. Earth, Following Successful Kickstarter Campaign
Geek Fever Games is proud to announce their newest release, Mars vs. Earth. Mars vs. Earth is a fast and furious card game for 3 to 10 players, playable in 30 to 60 minutes. Mars vs. Earth was originally web published as a Print & Play game in 2012, and following a successful Kickstarter campaign it is now fully published and available to the masses. - August 04, 2015 - Geek Fever Games
CEO of DIYDesignMom.com Expands Venture with a Branding Agency for Bloggers
Jacquelyn Ward, CEO of DIYDesignMom.com announced today that she will expand her enterprise to include JW Media, a branding agency for bloggers found at JacquelynWard.com. A special feature on successfulblogging.com on July 29, 2015 will provide a sneak preview into the expert marketing, branding, and creative strategy guidance that Ward provides bloggers who sign with her agency. - July 21, 2015 - DIY Design Mom
Time Vault Games is Hosting a Magic Origins Prerelease July 11-12
Time Vault Games, the top Magic: The Gathering card buyer and seller in Portland, Oregon, and the rest of the Pacific Northwest, is hosting a Magic Origins Prerelease on July 11th and 12th. On Saturday the 17th at 11:00am, there will be a 2 Headed Giant pre-release. Also on Saturday, events are being held at 12:00pm and 6:30pm. On Sunday the 18th, there will be two events, also at 12:00pm and 6:30pm. - July 10, 2015 - Time Vault Games
Emerging Youth Pastime Involves Theft, Invading Foreign Territories and Jail Time
Modern take on Classic Outdoor Game Uses Darkness to Create New Thrills. - July 02, 2015 - Capture the Flag REDUX
Kizoom Expands Brain Game Lineup with Brainventures: Bay Area Based Edtech Startup Launches Third iOS App to Help Kids Know and Grow Their Brains
Kizoom, maker of award-winning educational apps for children, has announced the release of Brainventures, its third and most ambitious game designed to teach kids about the brain and growth mindset. Brainventures is currently available on iOS and is designed for kids aged 7-10. Players take the... - July 02, 2015 - Kizoom, Inc.
New Online Store JobLotBundle.com Now Open
Job Lot Bundle opens online and promises to give shoppers more of what they want. - June 19, 2015 - Job Lot Bundle
DealsColor.com Announces Launch of Its Social Deals Site on Women's Clothing, Health and Beauty
DealsColor.com is a social shopping/deal site launched in June 2015 to bring the best handpicked lifestyle deals for Women and Men, concentrating on Women's beauty, health and clothing. - June 12, 2015 - DealsColor.com
New Fangirl Mystery Box Launches: By Women, for Women
Two 22-year-old college friends have launched a new service designed to give female pop culture fans a monthly gift box that celebrates their favorite TV shows, videogames, movies and books. - June 11, 2015 - FanMail
KORXX Cork Toys Launch Successful at Kickstarter
KORXX has successfully launched its crowdfunding campaign at Kickstarter. KORXX is the toy brand from the PLES GmbH for toys that are made out of natural cork. The funding will enable further development of the products and the company. - May 22, 2015 - PLES GmbH
The World’s First Collectible Beer-Related Card Game Arrives
Beer enthusiasts now have two reasons to go out. In addition to the obvious, the launch of hiphops – the world’s first collectable beer-related card game – is seeking to complete the beer-drinking experience. - May 15, 2015 - Hip Hops Cards ltd
Rewarding Baby Collaborates with New Companies
Rewarding Baby is proud to announce their new line of baby products from Label Label and Kidzfarm. - May 15, 2015 - Rewarding Baby
Carefree Kidz Memorial Day Savings Promo Offers Great Deals on Natura Mattresses
Promo Code: MAY15 - May 15, 2015 - Care Free Kidz
Time Vault Games Listed as Official Vendor at Magic: The Gathering (MTG) Grand Prix Las Vegas
Top Portland Magic: The Gathering card dealer, Time Vault Games, will be at this year’s Magic: The Gathering Grand Prix in Las Vegas. From the Grand Prix website: “Grand Prix tournaments are worldwide open events that allow all Magic: the Gathering players to participate and experience... - May 11, 2015 - Time Vault Games
Game Room Guys to Distribute the New “KISS” Pinball Machine
West Michigan Owned Gaming Company is Proud to Distribute Stern Pinball’s Newest Machine - May 10, 2015 - Game Room Guys
Clifford the Gator Bobbleheads Raising Funds for Gifford Elementary
Limited Edition Clifford the Gifford Gator bobbleheads are now available at Gifford Elementary School and www.CliffordBobbles.com. - May 08, 2015 - National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum
CreoPop Opens Shop for Round 2 Pre-Orders - Only Till 11th June
After successfully completing it's Round 1 crowdfunding campaign in Aug 2014, CreoPop is now accepting pre-orders for it's round 2 of crowdfunding with pozible.com. - April 30, 2015 - Creopop
Dreamkind Launches Alphabet Stories on Apple’s App Store, Google Play, and Amazon Appstore
An Exciting New Way for Kids to Learn and Play from the Award-Winning Studio Dreamkind - April 18, 2015 - Dreamkind
Dreamkind Launches Rewind on Apple’s App Store, Google Play, and Amazon Appstore
Unravel the Mysteries of the Rewind in this Suspenseful Narrative Experience from the Award-Winning Studio Dreamkind. - April 18, 2015 - Dreamkind
Students with Test Anxiety Are Bouncing and Wiggling to Relieve Their Stress When Taking Tests
86% of students surveyed said that a new product called “Bouncy Bands” helped them feel calmer; 88% of teachers said kids focused better. - April 15, 2015 - Bouncy Bands
Carefree Kidz Now Offers Guzzie+Guss Baby Strollers
Uncompromising Quality and Functionality - April 04, 2015 - Care Free Kidz
Soccer City. The Strategy Board Game for Football Lovers. New Crowdfunding Campaign Coming Soon.
Please allow Elegé to give you an update on Soccer City new developments. Elegé is re-launching their Kickstarter campaign to produce the English edition of Soccer City, The Beautiful Game. - March 23, 2015 - Elege Iberica
Assumptions - a New Card Game Where Everyone Gets Stereotyped
A graphic designer from Ithaca, New York is trying to create a hilarious and simple card game where first impressions are the only impressions. - March 21, 2015 - You Think This Is A Game LLC
Strange Magic Game Releases New Game - Fortunata
The company has been in business for about twenty-five years and this is its second game to market, according to Game Developer Kent Mitchell. Mitchell says another way of looking at it is that this company has been around for a long time and is still steadily making games. - March 04, 2015 - Strange Magic Games
BrickWarriors Publishing's "Riddle of Regicide," Being Turned Into Lego
Characters from "Riddle of Regicide" are being turned into custom Lego minifigures by BrickWarriors. - March 01, 2015 - BrickWarriors
DIY Design Mom Appoints New Senior Designer
Fast Growing DIY Media Firm Strengthens Resources. - February 25, 2015 - DIY Design Mom
Palmos Helping Online Customers to Take It Easy on Their Wallets
These days everyone's wallet could use a break, no matter what's on the shopping list. The long winter is almost over and soon Americans will be shedding those coats and snow boots for spring clothes. - February 11, 2015 - Palmos
Game Designers Team Up with thegamecrafter.com for Crowdsales, a Form of Crowd Funding
Game designer, Avery Nubson, will released his card game, Wild Guns, on thegamecrafter.com as a crowdsale project. For each sale, the game gets a discount eventually reaching over 30% savings on Wild Guns. - January 28, 2015 - Nubson
Top Cool Fun Games Announces “Here Lies Ego” Available on iOS and Android
Flap your way to hell and back in Top Cool Fun Games latest game title Here Lies Ego. Available immediately on iOS and Android, Here Lies Ego is a Jetpack style puzzle arcade game that is full of hellish obstacles and surprises. - January 13, 2015 - Top Cool Fun Games, LLC
Lisa Thompson of SimplifiedSaving.com Wins Free Advertising for One Year in the MOM-Essential Ad Contest Announced by DIYDesignMom.com
Jacquelyn Ward of DIY Design Mom is pleased to announce the Winner of the MOM-Essential Ad Contest for the prize of free advertising space for one year on DIYDesignMom.com. - January 01, 2015 - DIY Design Mom
Time Vault Games Sponsored Player, Cody Lingelbach, Takes Second in the TCGplayer Invitational
Time Vault Games, a Portland, Oregon game store, sponsored Magic: The Gathering player Cody Lingelbach in the TCGplayer invitational in Indianapolis, Indiana, the TCGplayer.com MaxPoint Series Championship. TCGplayer.com MaxPoint Series events all lead up to the MaxPoint Series Championship, one of... - December 20, 2014 - Time Vault Games
The Small Sports Are Back and Going for the Goal
The Michigan-based children’s brand promoting teamwork and good sportsmanship releases their second book- endorsed by Julie Foudy and Jerome Bettis. Are you ready to play? - December 15, 2014 - The Small Sports
UK based Gift Shop Stocks Up for Christmas
Premier Gifts, an acclaimed retailer of unique antique gifts, have revamped its product inventory on the eve of Christmas. - December 14, 2014 - Premier Gifts
Dramaforum’s Petra's Planet User Registrations Surge Past 1,000,000
Petra's Planet, a fast-growing virtual world has hit a huge milestone today - 1,000,000 registrations. Petra's Planet offers children a safe online environment for learning and exploration of world cultures. - December 13, 2014 - Dramaforum Media
Icon Heroes Debuts DC Comics Office Accessories
Icon Heroes, LLC announced today a licensing deal with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, on behalf of DC Entertainment, to manufacture office accessories inspired by the DC Comics franchise. - December 01, 2014 - Icon Heroes, LLC
Robotic Potato Launches Kickstarter Campaign for Unique Puzzle Game: Mother Goose: Demolition Company
Mother Goose: Demolition Company features unique puzzle-based gameplay focusing on demolishing buildings in a twisted cartoon world. - November 25, 2014 - Robotic Potato
Get Your Brand in Front of the $2.5 Trillion Mom Market: Founder of Top Mommy Blog DIYDesignMom.com Announces Contest for Free Ads for One Year
DIY Design Mom is more than a mommyblog, but rather a multimedia business devoted to helping moms find the solutions they need while bringing companies to the forefront of this leading consumer niche. DIY Design Mom is going to give businesses, products, services, and other advertisers the... - November 23, 2014 - DIY Design Mom