The boxes of spring toys and books have started to arrive in full force. At the end of a very long day, I opened the last big box and had a wonderful laugh. Inside was a HUGE piece of sushi. This stuffed piece of sushi is really an ottoman. It also came with a doll and a side of salmon roe.
I’ve been reviewing toys for a long time- I’m rarely surprised anymore–but I have to say a toy that includes a salmon roe accessory, got me. 
You have to wonder what was the a-ha moment here for Atlanta-based stylist, Mimi Tin, founder of sushistyle.com. A graphic designer clearly not afraid to push the envelope, Ms. Tin has created this collection that is inspired by the Pop Art Movement.
While at first, I was just shocked really–I have to say that the ottomans are very well-made. The dolls will most likely appeal to the tween/teen market. And the addition of the roe is just so fun, it’s perfect.
Does anyone need a HUGE piece of sushi furniture…probably not, but they are extremely witty. The dolls retail for $29.95, the ottomans (Cucumber Pouf with Salmon Roe) or the Cali Pouf retail for $79.95 each at sushistyle.com.
Sushistyle.com's Mimi Tin
Stephanie Oppenheim on Toys 
[…] Don’t miss the awesome review of PC alum Mimi Tin’s new toy line in parenting expert Stephanie Oppenheim’s blog. Oppenheim, who has appeared on such programs as Oprah, CNN, and the Today Show, reviews children’s media based on quality, age-appropriateness, and value. She is a tough critic, and Mimi received a glowing report. Read it here. […]