Barbie and Ken are iconic fashion dolls from the 1960s that have played a significant role in popular culture and the toy industry throughout the decades, no more so than present day with the release of the record-breaking, box-office hit Barbie Movie. Here we present a brief history of Barbie and Ken from their first release to present day.
We’re so excited — it’s official - we have a re-opening date for our Canberra toy shop in the fabulous Dirty Janes Emporium in Fyshwick with the easing of ACT lockdown restrictions.
If you search for “The most popular toy in history” you will most definitely see mention of the Rubik’s cube.
Invented in 1974 by 30 year old Hungarian professor of Architecture and sculpture, Erno Rubik, the ever popular puzzle has been an all time classic for decades, stumping puzzlers young and old with its magical logic.
The 1950s was a decade of great change, and was also known as the golden age of television, with television becoming a huge influence on what to wear and buy.
Rock and Roll led to fun times and fashion became more relaxed.
Amaze the eyes with brilliant colours and patterns with the classic Schylling design. These beautifully illustrated tin kaleidoscopes continue to dazzle all who lay their eyes on them, and little hands always make a beeline for them in store.
Our Jacob’s Ladder is a traditional wood and lace click-clack toy and is a timeless classic, and a perfect edition to any toy collection. The Jacob’s Ladder is the original fidget spinner, perfect for busy hands.
The simplest toys are always the best! We can’t help but love our traditional tin spinning tops from Schylling. These wonderful humming tin spinning tops are the perfect size for little hands. Each one features beautifully illustrated carousel graphics and entrances on each spin.