1.   Coleman, the camping and outdoor equipment giant, had an inflatable chair, and Holofiber had vibrating fabric.

2.   Dozens of tie-in items, from cookie jars and tea sets to action figures and inflatable chairs, have already hit the market.

3.   Last year, Ikea exhibited its new line of inflatable chairs and sofas, made of new materials, at the Milan International Furniture Fair.

4.   Use throw pillows, inflatable chairs and ottomans to provide more seating.

5.   Urban Outfitters and other stores aimed at the young offer inexpensive inflatable chairs and stools.

6.   Whimsical designs such as a lamp shaped like a lightbulb to inflatable animal chairs set it apart.