The new line of creative stickers will hit UK retailers in spring next year. Trends UK has partnered with Colorific to distribute the new FairyLane Sparkletopia craft kits in the UK. The new range of sticker creations is aimed at ...
Alex Brands will now be able to utilise Juratoys’ European distribution centres for its US-based toys. Alex Brands has made its first move into Europe with the acquisition of French toymaker, Juratoys. Based in Orgelet, France, ...
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The firm has appointed Mark Foster as head of marketing EMEA. TOMY has welcomed former Hasbro European marketing director, Mark Foster to the role of head of marketing EMEA. With what the firm has described as a ‘spectacular ...
A group of 314 guests at Butlin’s Minehead Resort in Somerset have set a new Guinness World Record for the most people playing Connect4 at the same time. Butlin’s Redcoats joined forces with guests to set the record which also ...
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The UK is second only to Australia, the research group reveals. The UK boasts the world’s second highest spend-per child on toys and videogames, according to the latest projections from Euromonitor. Second only to Australia, ...
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Firm will be launching a range of plush, figures and playsets. BOTI Global, a Hong Kong based multi-category toy company, has acquired the global rights to manufacture toys for pre-school property Miffy. 2015 marks Miffy’s 60th ...
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Coiledspring Games is sponsoring this week's UK Games Expo and will be showcasing a number of new games. The firm will be displaying Adventure Tours - the latest from the inventor of Love Letter, Seiji Kanai - as well as his newest card ...
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With brands such as Back to the Future and Wizard of Oz available through the new toys to life title, retailers are rejoicing at the potential new channels it is opening up. LEGO Dimensions will mark another success for the brand at ...
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The firm aims to introduce a new line of female heads and torsos to its existing line of customizable HeroMe Action Figures. HeroMe, the platform that lets kids create their own superhero action figures, is launching a national ...
The firm introduces new dinosaur-themed lines in preparation for this summer's blockbuster movie, Jurassic World. With the release of the blockbuster movie Jurassic World on the horizon, dinosaurs are tipped to be a key trend for ...
Tags: Galt Toys, Dinosaur Toys
The firm has been championed by the retailer for its commitment, dedication and loyalty to the group. Moose Toys has been named as the 2015 Toys R Us Partner of the Year. The firm - one of the fastest growing toy companies in the US ...
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Earlier this year, Tobar asked customers to vote for their favourite plush toy from four eligible candidates. The results of Tobar’s plush toy election are in, with a resounding victory being handed to the firm’s popular ...
Inspired by the hit animated series of the same name, the line-up features the monster truck Blaze and his eight-year-old driver AJ, alongside the show’s cast of characters. Toys R US has become the first retailer to secure the ...
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Over 50 per cent of men aged 55 plus that took part in the survey were against removing 'boys' and 'girls' labels on toys. iGen Insight have conducted a nationwide survey to find out whether the public is in support, or against, gender ...
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Average spend rises from £374 in 2013 to £625 in 2015 with accessories, food, buggies and pushchairs named the biggest sellers. The Baby Show has revealed a record increase of 30 per cent in year on year like for like sales ...
Tags: Baby Market, Baby Show