Categories / Toys and Games

Vintage 1930s Pinball / Bagatelle Games at Pedlars

 

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Pedlars have acquired a fantastic collection of around 50 depression-era vintage pinball and bagatelle games. Originally popular during the 1930s and used at home and in bars, these tabletop amusements were the precursor to the pinball machine.

The games are the genuine article and each is a one-off – once sold these precise designs are unlikely to be available again. They are all in good condition and working order but with their colourful and eye-catching designs they would work just as well as decorative pieces.

These slices of genuine Americana are priced at £395 each.

To view more examples and to purchase, visit the Pedlars website.

 

Categories / Food and Drink, Kids, Toys and Games

Lego Minifigure ice cube maker

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Back in the dark days of 2006, we featured a Lego ice cube maker, which knocked out frozen blocks the shape of lego bricks. Well, now the company has gone one better with the Lego Minifigure ice cube maker.

I think you've guessed how this works and what it does – just add water to the blue tray and in a matter of an hour or so, you'll have your own mini army of Minifigures, ready to pop into a glass, as well as impress your mates.

It's available via the Lego store right now, £3.99 gets you one.

Find out more at the Lego store website

Categories / Kids, Toys and Games

PlayPlax reissued by Portobello Games

PlaypaxAnother reissue of a '60s design – this time a classic game as Portobello Games is now selling PlayPlax.

Though you might not remember it by name, the game is visually striking and is made up of 48 brightly coloured square that interlock to create vast structures. That's as complex as it gets really – perhaps reflecting a simpler time for children's entertainment! 

It was invented by Patrick Rylands in 1966 but the rights have just been bought by Portobello Games. They're making it in the same factory that was used to produce the game back then and using the same dye recipes to reproduce the original colours of the toy so the authentic feel of the classic game should still be there. 

The game is available for £15.99. 

Buy it online

via India Knight

Categories / Homeware, Toys and Games

Hasbro Monopoly Lap Tray and Coasters

000113731If you spent a terse Christmas day playing board games with the family, then you might not want a product that is a further reminder, but if Monopoly only has happy childhood memories for you, then you may be interested in the Hasbro Monopoly Lap Tray and Coasters.

These are official products so the designs are exactly the same as on the classic London version of the board. The tray has an easy-wipe print of the game board on the top and a think cushion base underneath, made from beans which mould to fit your lap comfortably. The coasters take their design from the four corners of the Monopoly board.

The tray costs £16 and the coasters £6 from John Lewis.

Categories / Men's Fashion, Toys and Games, Women's Fashion

Moxi Lolly Roller Skates

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Roller skates, as opposed to the modern rollerblades, will always have a retro look, but these Moxi Lolly Roller Skates have an especially 1970s look to them.

They are available in a choice of strawberry or teal, both having a tan plastic sole and clear and would be perfect for a night at your local roller disco (should such a thing still exist).

Sadly for us the UK, these roller skates are exclusive to Urban Outfitters and only available for delivery in the USA. If that doesn’t preclude you, then they cost $299.

Categories / Food and Drink, Toys and Games

Pac-Man Cookie Cutters now available at Firebox

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We featured these a short while back, but now you can buy these Pac-Man Cookie Cutters at Firebox.

Yes, you can cut our own biscuits in the shape of arcade-based ghosts. It does make sense – they've been getting eaten for the last three decades. There are four cutters in the pack, three ghosts and one Pac-Man, all officially licensed via Suck UK.

£11.99 gets you a set. Or you can check out over the page for a photo of a plate of Pac-Man biscuits. Yum!

Find out more at the Firebox website

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