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Fisher Price View-Master

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Viewmaster Did you know that the View-Master was first invented back in the 1930s? Originally it was pitched as an alternative to the scenic postcard (a 3D collection of images from your destination), but over time, it became more known as a children’s toy – with images to match.

The 3D images are just a clever manipulation of two images – viewed together, they fool the eye into seeing the depth. If you don’t believe me, you can find out for yourself as the View-Master, now owned by Fisher Price, is still available to buy.

The View-Master retails for around $8 online (that’s just £4.25), with discs available for around $5 per set (around £2.65). An inexpensive design classic that’s sure to give you and friends plenty of enjoyment.

Find out more from the Flight 001 website

Categories / Food and Drink, Toys and Games

Lego ice cube maker

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Legobrickice Come on, admit it, you tried eating some Lego as a child. I know I did – tasted awful. Well, now you can eat Lego – Lego ice cubes that is.

Yes, this is a Lego-shaped ice tray, officially endorsed by Lego. There’s nothing much else to say about it really – just stick in some water, freeze, then impress your party guests with your retro-styled ice cubes.

Available online for a bargain £3.99.

Find out more from the Lego website

Via Urban Retro Lifestyle

Categories / Toys and Games, Women's Fashion

Christies’ big Barbie auction

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Big news for all Barbie collectors – one of the most significant and complete collections of Barbie dolls is up for grabs in September, courtesy of Christies.

The Ietje Raebel and Marina Collection is as much a timeline of fashion as a history of the world’s most famous doll, covering every major look from Barbie’s introduction in 1959 right through to the present day.

The collection features around 4,000 dolls, including Barbie herself, along with all her family, friends, fashions and modes of transport, including the first-ever Barbie, rare limited editions and quirky career pieces, like this rather cool Pan American Airways Stewardess set from the early 60s, estimated at around £300-400. If that’s a bit rich for you, other pieces start from around £80.

The auction takes place on 26th September 2006 from 10pm at the Christies showroom at 85 Old Brompton Road, London.

Check out the full set of Barbies at Christies

Categories / Music, Toys and Games

Mick and Keith – the Rolling Stones toys

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We’ve already featured the Sex Pistols toys, but if they’re a but too anarchic for you, how about these Rolling Stones toys?

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Well, we say Rolling Stones – but there’s only Mick Jagger and Keith Richards. Modelled on the two rockers from their Exile On Main Street period (which I think was 1972),  you get Mick looking a bit camp with a blue jumpsuit, pink waistband, white boots and microphone, along with Keith (before he fell out of the tree – and indeed before the wear and tear of rocker life hit home) in jeans, medallion man shirt and purple cowboy boots. Oh yes – and with a Fender Telecaster.

The toys are made by Japanese firm Medicom, as part of their Real Action Heroes series and are priced at 17,640 Yen, which is around £80 for each figure.

We’ve not seen these for sale outside Japan as yet – but if you’ve seen them, let us know.

More from the Medicom website (in Japanese)

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Taking the Mickey

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In a similar vein to the Ramones bears by Toxic Teddies and the Sex Pistols Kubricks by Medicom, here’s another take on the punk toy theme. This time it’s Japanese brand ROEN who have teamed up with Medicom and Disney, creating a Mickey Mouse figurine based on the iconic London Calling sleeve photo of Paul Simonon.

Currently it’s not available outside Japan but with a bit of luck and fast action you might be able to get the figurine on eBay for around $50.

Sure to be a future collectible. Wonder what’s next, Buzzcocks beanie babies?

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Vintage Saab toy car

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If you want to avoid the horror of your kids introducing a souled-up Vauxhall Nova with an oversized exhaust to your drive when they hit 17, you need to start them on the right track early. If they know what a classic car looks like as a child, they might buy something tasteful when they get older. So how about buying a classic Saab toy car?

You can pick up this beauty from Skandium. There’s not much to say about it, except that it’s in black, with wood bumpers, seat and steering wheel. And it’ll look good in the house. Yours for £96.

Find out more at the Skandium website