The 'C is for Cthulhu' Baby Plush is a Cozy Take on the Lovecraft Monster
Joey Haar — June 28, 2018 — Life-Stages
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In the fictional universe created by turn of the century horror novelist HP Lovecraft, Cthulhu is a malevolent cosmic entity of horrific proportions, but the new 'C is for Cthulhu' plush toys bring a different dimension to the godlike monster. The plush toys are soft and adorable, making them a cute addition to any toddler's stuffed animal menagerie.
The Cthulhu toys come from the creators of 'C is for Cthulhu' and 'Sweet Dreams Cthulhu', two kids' books that tell a lighthearted reimagining of Cthulhu's narrative from the original Lovecraft stories. The plushies take after the illustrations from those books, giving Cthulhu cartoonish features. They also have embroidered details, a beanie bottom for poseable sitting, and crinkly wings for a little bit of added fun for both kids and parents.
The Cthulhu toys come from the creators of 'C is for Cthulhu' and 'Sweet Dreams Cthulhu', two kids' books that tell a lighthearted reimagining of Cthulhu's narrative from the original Lovecraft stories. The plushies take after the illustrations from those books, giving Cthulhu cartoonish features. They also have embroidered details, a beanie bottom for poseable sitting, and crinkly wings for a little bit of added fun for both kids and parents.
Trend Themes
1. Cute Plushies - There is a trend towards creating cute and cuddly plush toys, even with traditionally scary or monstrous characters like Cthulhu, which opens up opportunities for new design concepts and markets.
2. Reimagined Narratives - Reimagining iconic narratives, such as HP Lovecraft's Cthulhu, in a lighthearted and child-friendly way is a growing trend, offering opportunities for creative storytelling and merchandise.
3. Niche Character Merchandise - The rise of niche character merchandise, like 'C is for Cthulhu,' demonstrates the demand for unique and unconventional stuffed animals, providing an opportunity for niche markets and collectible items.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Manufacturing - The toy manufacturing industry can explore creating cute plush toys based on traditionally scary characters like Cthulhu, appealing to a wider audience and expanding their product offerings.
2. Children's Book Publishing - The children's book publishing industry can tap into the trend of reimagined narratives, like 'C is for Cthulhu,' to create engaging and educational stories that appeal to both children and parents.
3. Pop Culture Merchandise - The pop culture merchandise industry can capitalize on the demand for niche character merchandise by producing collectible items based on unique narratives, creating opportunities to cater to specific fan bases.
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