More and more small toy businesses are using sites like Kickstarter to acquire funding and bring their products to market. The crowdfunding website has seen a number of fresh toys manufactured and shipped, including Atoms (pictured), a ...
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Daily 'flash sales' start-up website Casabu wants to reach one million members by the end of 2013. The news comes after the ten-month-old company secured £900,000 in funding. The site saw new sign up soars shortly after launching ...
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One of the largest toy manufacturers in the world, Giochi Preziosi Group, has announced its collaboration with Printechnologics, using their unique Touchcode technology. Launching this spring, the award-winning technology will allow ...
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Following the success of its UK winter tour last Christmas, Moshi Monsters Magic Choc is hitting the road with a tour of Smyths Toys Superstores throughout Ireland. Starting Monday, March 25th in Smyths Toys Superstores in Jervis St, ...
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The 2013 Practical Pre-School Awards Scheme - now incorporating the Primary Teacher Update Awards - is open for entries. The Practical Pre-School Awards is described as the 'definitive' scheme for infant, pre-school and early years ...
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Revenues generated from sales of toys based on video game properties have risen 28 per cent year-on-year. £77 million was spent on branded toys and merchandise in the UK last year, up from £60 million in 2011, MCV reports. ...
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Underground Toys has secured UK rights to several gift items based on hit fantasy novel saga and TV series Game of Thrones. Products include mugs, keyrings, bags, glassware, notebooks, bookmarks, coasters and magnets, due to launch ...
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Vivid Imaginations is to donate all postal payments for its rare Snozzle Wobbleson Moshi Monster figure to Comic Relief. As a follow up to the forthcoming Snozzle Saturday swap day - which was set up by Vivid after a production scheduling ...
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The second annual Outdoor Toy Awards is now open for entries. The inaugural event took place last year, and this year will see Toyology.TV ramp up its presence even further with the introduction of a number of new features. The number ...
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Hasbro is preparing to launch a bumper Spider-Man toy range into retail for 2013. The supplier will supply all-new Power Webs blasters, figures and vehicles, licensed by Disney/Marvel. The range includes the TV advertised £17.99 ...
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WackyPlanet understands that novelty socks have become a fashion statement for men, women and girls. Sock customers “vote with their feet” in today’s stylized world -- you have to get ready to go outside of the box to make ...
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You'll change 2,400 diapers by your baby's first birthday – so you'll definitely want to create a comfortable place for diaper changes. Changing tables If you have the cash and the space, you have your choice of well-designed, ...
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For many frazzled new moms and dads, a baby swing can be a life-saver. These freestanding units imitate the rhythmic rocking motion of the womb and work magic on some cranky babies. But not all babies love the motion, so you may want to try ...
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Whether you're planning a full-on expedition through the woods or just a jaunt across town, a baby backpack can be a fun and convenient way to carry your child. Most babies enjoy riding on your back. It gives them a better view of the ...
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Toy retailers are getting behind World Book Day with a host of promotions. Toys R Us is encouraging children to dress up for World Book Day today (pictured, March 7th). It is offering 20 per cent off Smoby products, as well as buy one ...
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