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Mix-and-Match Plush Toys

Clump-O-Lump by Knock Knock are Creatively Customizable

— April 26, 2012 — Life-Stages
Clump-O-Lump by Knock Knock is a collection of plush toys that can be mixed and matched to create new stuffed animal species. For instance, the Tig-o the Tiger can be combined with Bee-o the Bee for a mammal-insect hybrid that is still cute and cuddly. The toys can be taken apart and customized thanks to zippable body parts that attach and detach at whim.

Comprised of six different animals, Clump-O-Lump by Knock Knock encourages imaginations and inspires creativity. The Venice, California-based company states, "While the animals each have their own unique identities [...]each child will have the ability to use his or her imagination to create new creatures by mixing and matching Clump-o-Lumps and making up original stories about them." The toys were conceived by Max Knecht.
Trend Themes
1. Customizable Plush Toys - The ability to mix and match plush toys allows for personalized and unique creations, opening up a market for customizable stuffed animals.
2. Interactive Toy Design - Zippable body parts that attach and detach offer an interactive element to traditional plush toys, providing opportunities for innovative and engaging toy designs.
3. Imagination-based Play - Encouraging imaginative play by allowing children to create new creatures and invent original stories, presents opportunities for educational and storytelling toys.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Manufacturing - The toy manufacturing industry should consider incorporating customizable features and interactive elements into their products to cater to the growing demand for personalized and engaging toys.
2. Children's Entertainment - The children's entertainment industry can explore the integration of imagination-based play in various forms, including books, TV shows, and digital media, to captivate young audiences and encourage creative thinking.
3. Gift and Novelty Retail - Gift and novelty retailers can tap into the market for customizable plush toys by offering innovative mix-and-match options that cater to customers looking for unique and personalized gifts.
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