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Big Balls Of Squishy Love

Squishables

— December 17, 2007 — Special
Who said man's best friend has to be a creature that barks or purrs? I put my vote on something that is soft and warm, is always there when needed, and always ready to give the biggest hugs, like the 15" Squishables.

An added plus is that they don't need regular walks and don't get jealous when your partner is sleeping over. What I really need is a giant, round, fuzzy animal by Squishable. And when I say giant and round, I really do mean it.

These lovely stuffed animals come in all different varieties including the sheep, shark and octopus featured. They're made out of 100% polyester fiber, and are designed in Hong Kong.
Trend Themes
1. Squishable Stuffed Animals - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating new and unique designs of giant, round, fuzzy stuffed animals that provide comfort and companionship.
2. Soft and Warm Non-traditional Pets - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in developing new types of non-traditional pets that provide the same comforting and loving experience as traditional pets, but without the responsibilities such as walking or jealousy.
3. Unique Fiber Materials - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in exploring and creating new types of fiber materials that enhance the softness, durability, and sustainability of stuffed animals.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Manufacturing - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the toy industry by developing and manufacturing new and unique designs of stuffed animals that cater to the demand for soft, comforting companions.
2. Pet Industry - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the pet industry by creating and marketing non-traditional pets that offer the same emotional and companionship benefits as traditional pets without the same level of responsibility.
3. Textile Industry - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the textile industry by researching and developing new fiber materials that can be used in stuffed animal manufacturing to offer enhanced softness, durability, and sustainability.
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