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Press ReleasesPRESS RELEASE FROMDouglas Co. Inc. Contact: Erika Radich, Marketing Manager Box D Keene NH 03431-0716 Tel:(603)-352-3414 Ext. 1019 Fax:(603)-352-1248 e-mail: eradich@douglastoys.com Or e-mail: ralphkids@aol.com March 15, 2011 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Fashion Savvy Girls Like "Furry Couture" from Douglas Company KEENE, NH March 2011 -- When it comes to sophisticated style Douglas Company has their finger directly on the pulse of what's glamorous for young hipsters. The result is their latest line of Furry CoutureŞ shoulder bags. Currently available in five chic, 10-inch wide styles Furry Couture hits a wide audience of interest. Each bag has the entire shape of a high society pooch, and the body of the dog is the fully functioning purse with a zipper closure. The Ashley Dachshund bag is designed in black and white argyle print with lots of black and white leopard print chicly trimmed out in hot pink satin cording and a large pink satin bow around Ashley's neck. The beautiful white Molly Maltese Furry Couture bag and her sister Mischa Maltese both boast a brocade embellished fur body. Molly is regal purple with a brown and purple fur neck wrap secured with a brilliant gemstone, while Mischa has a gorgeous bright pink body trimmed in black cording, and she wears a black feather boa around her neck. The Eva Pug Furry Couture bag shows off an elegant black and white fluer de luer print body, while her neck and head are adorned with a furry violet wrap and bow. The Keysha Chihuahua Furry Couture bag is a little more on the wild side with lots of leopard print splashed on a carnation pink background for the body, while her neck is wrapped in a soft pink feather boa. She is trimmed out in soft pink satin. Each bag has a coordinating wide should strap. SRP: $25 each. "Furry Couture was a must-have fashion item at the gift shows," said Erika Radich, Marketing Manager, Douglas Company. "Their elegant style and fun shape brought in plenty of oo la la's and not just from the little girls." Douglas products are sold at specialty gift and toy stores in the USA, Canada and Europe. ABOUT DOUGLAS COMPANY For nearly 60 years, Douglas Company has been making fine quality stuffed animals, creating innovative designs and promoting imaginative play and emotional connection. Unique gestures, endearing expressions and irresistible softness distinguish Douglas animals and bring them to life for children of all ages. For more information visit: Douglas Co. is now on Facebook and would like to invite you to become a fan: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/pages/Keene-NH/Douglas-Cuddle-Toys/347897440065?ref=ts Also Follow Douglas on Twitter: http://twitter.com/douglastoys ### High Resolution Images Available Immediately Upon Request PRESS RELEASE FROM Douglas Co. Inc. Contact: Erika Radich, Marketing Manager Box D Keene NH 03431-0716 Tel:(603)-352-3414 Ext. 1019 Fax:(603)-352-1248 e-mail: eradich@douglastoys.com Or e-mail: ralphkids@aol.com April 20, 2011 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Carte Blanche Appoints DOUGLAS as North American Licensee for "Me To You", Tatty Teddy  KEENE, NH April 2011 -- Tatty Teddy is set to capture hearts across North America with news of a major licensing agreement between bestselling British brand Me to You and US plush toy firm DOUGLAS. DOUGLAS will produce and distribute the Me to You brandŐs loveable Tatty Teddy bears, targeting specialty retail stores throughout the USA and Canada. The plush gifting range will inject an exciting new look into high-end stores, with a strong everyday offering as well as products for key seasons including Halloween, ValentineŐs Day, and MotherŐs Day. Launched in 1995 by Carte Blanche Greetings, Me to You has become one of the UKŐs top character brands, with retail sales in excess of $800m a year. The brandŐs signature character is Tatty Teddy, a grey bear with a blue nose who communicates love and friendship to fans all over the world. Richard Edmondson, Commercial Director at CBG, said: "DOUGLASŐs expertise in the premium plush market will be invaluable as we seek to seal the success of Me to You in North America. This is an exciting development and we very much look forward to building a long-term partnership with DOUGLAS." Scott Clarke, President of DOUGLAS adds, "Carte Blanche is a strong company with great marketing skills. It is a pleasure to be associated with a company that clearly exhibits integrity and creativity as part of their corporate culture. This is a unique opportunity, as we work together to bring the endearing Tatty Teddy way of social expression to our customers in the US." The licensing deal was brokered by Stone America Licensing, which was appointed by Carte Blanche last year with a brief to introduce its bestselling brands to retailers across North America. ### About Carte Blanche Greetings Ltd Founded in 1987, Carte Blanche Greetings Ltd is a global character brand company based in Chichester, West Sussex. Its broad portfolio of brands includes Me to You, My Blue Nose Friends and Violent Veg. Me to You was created in 1995 and Tatty Teddy - the endearing character behind the brand - became an instant hit. Over 70 million Me to You plush bears have been sold since 1995. Tatty Teddy appears on a wide range of Me to You products including greeting cards, plush, clothing, jewelry and collectable figurines. My Blue Nose Friends launched in June 2008. The Friends have been released gradually, in sets of four, five or six, which has helped keep interest in the brand alive. There are currently 63 Friends in the collection. Over 9,000 pieces of My Blue Nose Friends 4-inch plush are sold each day. In total, 4 million pieces of plush have been sold, enough to fill all the seats at Wembley Stadium 45 times! For more information visit www.carteblanchegreetings.com About Douglas For nearly 60 years, Douglas Company, a New England family owned business, has been making fine quality stuffed animals, creating innovative designs and promoting imaginative play and emotional connection.Ę Unique gestures, endearing expressions and irresistible softness distinguish Douglas animals and bring them to life for children of all ages. For more information visit: www.douglastoys.com PRESS RELEASE FROM Douglas Co. Inc. Contact: Erika Radich, Marketing Manager Box D Keene NH 03431-0716 Tel:(603)-352-3414 Ext. 1019 Fax:(603)-352-1248 e-mail: eradich@douglastoys.com e-mail: pressreleaseetc@comcast.net www.douglascuddletoy.com March 4, 2010 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Douglas Cuddle Toys Joins the Facebook Community KEENE, NH March 2010 Douglas Cuddle Toys, known for their fine quality breeds of cats, dogs, horses, sealife and wildlife, the company that made Sassy Saks™ a notable brand in the handbag world, a company that has an ever expanding Baby Collection of plush toys and lifestyle gifts, is now a member of the Facebook community. Douglas recently joined the popular social networking site and would like to invite you to become a fan. You can become an instant fan just by simply clicking on the link here: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/pages/Keene-NH/Douglas-Cuddle-Toys/347897440065?ref=ts Facebook fans of Douglas Company will have the opportunity to literally keep their finger on the pulse of Douglas’ newest product introductions, charitable events and all the latest happenings at Douglas Company by becoming a fan now. See pictures and watch videos and become personally acquainted with the company and the faces behind the product. Join now and invite your friends to join, too! Once you have joined Facebook put Douglas Cuddle Toys in the search engine and become a fan. "Attending trade shows is something we look forward to each year, because, at the shows, we are face to face with the most exciting aspect of our business, our fans!" said Erika Radich, Marketing Manager for Douglas Company. "We enjoy the personal interaction with each of our customers and welcome the friendships that Facebook will allow us to build upon and grow." Douglas products are sold at specialty gift and toy stores in the USA, Canada and Europe. ABOUT DOUGLAS COMPANY For more than 53 years, Douglas Company has been making fine quality stuffed animals, creating innovative designs and promoting imaginative play and emotional connection. Unique gestures, endearing expressions and irresistible softness distinguish Douglas animals and bring them to life for children of all ages. For more information visit: www.douglastoys.com ### High Resolution Images Available Immediately Upon Request |
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