South Korean Artist Creates Superb Hyper-Realistic Toy Dolls Of The Famous Movie Stars
Artist Park Yong Jae creates stunning miniatures of movie stars. From Tom Hanks, Di Caprio to Angelina Jolie, from Jean Reno to Heath Ledger, his sculptures are larger than life. He draws his inspiration from the great roles they’ve played on the screen, such as Reno in Léon or Heath Ledger (may he rest in peace), who impressed in The Dark Knight. Continue reading »
The Scariest Soviet Toys Ever Made
Fluffy the Bunny
Within the vast collection of dolls produced in the USSR, some were universally cherished and desired by every child. However, others took a decidedly different route in their appeal. If you have a sensitive disposition towards such topics, please proceed with caution! Continue reading »
Prepare Kids for The Real World with This Ai-Generated Must-Have Toys
AI and digital comic artist Eugene Matskevich hypes his fresh DALL-E 3 shocking toys for kids that immediately prepare them “for the harsh reality”. Continue reading »
Slot Car Racing: The Hobby that Took America by Storm and Then Vanished
In the annals of hobby history, slot car racing holds a significant spot. Originating in the early 1900s, this once-popular pastime experienced a renaissance in the 1950s, thanks to innovative British entrepreneurs. They initiated the creation of electrified tracks and miniature, controllable cars which inspired a new wave of enthusiasts. Continue reading »
S2VICTOR’s Exquisite Wooden Toy Collection: A Blend of Minimalism and Imagination
Korean design studio S2VICTOR has unveiled a captivating series of handcrafted wooden toys that embody the essence of minimalist design. These charming vehicles not only ignite the imagination of both children and adults but also serve as a delightful medium for strengthening familial bonds. With their educational benefits, S2VICTOR’s wooden toys offer an immersive experience that fosters creativity and learning. Continue reading »
The Miniature Magic of Anthony Ryan Schmidt: How a Teenager’s Passion for Toy Cars Became a Phenomenon
If you’re scrolling through social media and happen to come across a photo of a stunning vintage car on a street corner, think again. You might just be looking at the work of Anthony Ryan Schmidt – a talented teenager from Seattle who has made a name for himself in the world of photography with his toy car creations. Continue reading »
This Artist Makes Micro Crochet Toys That Fit In A Tiny Glass Bottle
Meet Alla, a master of miniature crocheted toys who is known as KoAllaToys on Instagram and Etsy. She has been creating dolls and animals for many years and considers it her passion and life’s purpose. Continue reading »
Diana Beltran Herrera’s Amazing Paper Creations
Diana Beltran is a visionary artist whose paper artistry is captivating global audiences. Her stunning creations, which feature intricate designs of birds, animals, insects and flowers, showcase the beauty of nature as well as the incredible potential of paper as a medium for art. Continue reading »
Transitions: Artist’s Tribute to His Children’s Stuffed Animal Toys
Noma Bar, a London-based graphic designer, has created a new project that pays tribute to his children’s beloved stuffed animal toys. Continue reading »
Meet Mebaru, the Japanese Felt Artist Taking Instagram by Storm with Adorable Felted Cat Sculptures
Mebaru is an artist who has gained a huge following on Instagram thanks to their incredibly realistic felted cat sculptures. Continue reading »
Incredible 3D Art Toys by Zang Ari1
South Korean designer Zang Ari1 is the creator of some of the most unique and fun art toys. By combining a minimalist aesthetic with twisting shapes, Zang produces incredibly expressive art toys that are sure to brighten anyone’s day. Continue reading »
Photographer Creates Small-Scale Action-Packed Scenes Using Toys
According to Benedek Lampert: “Hi, I am Benedek Lampert, a Hungarian toy photographer. My passion is to create miniature worlds literally from anything. Basically, I only need a kitchen table or a nice outdoor place. Continue reading »
Ukrainian Artist Creates Cute and Adorable Toys
You can find thousands of artists on Instagram and other social platforms these days, but it takes some talent and a lot of real work to stand out among so many of them. Continue reading »
Much Loved: Photographer Captures Nostalgic Photos of Old Stuffed Animals
Award-winning Dublin-based portrait photographer Mark Nixon has created a wonderful, whimsical and nostalgic collection of images of individual stuffed animals that have been lovingly abused from years of play. Continue reading »
Artist Creates Felted Wool Toys Of Pets And Their Tiny Adorable Twins
Artist Alyson Gurney creates felted wool toys of animals and their tiny adorable twins. These tiny toys are so adorable. Many of these toys look like twins of the animals, but in mini versions. When the two stay in the same place, captured in the same pic, they can steal the heart of any, especially animal lovers. Continue reading »
Cute and Soulful: Wooden Toys Wood Youmind
Wood Youmind is an artist from Thailand. He mostly makes wooden toys of varying degrees of charm, but sometimes he also creates toys out of junk. Wood Youmind’s work is wonderful and has a sense of childlike simplicity and innocence – anyway, the nicest crafts. Continue reading »
Ukrainian Artist Continues To Remove Makeup From Dolls To Repaint Them In A Very Realistic Way
The unrealistic portrayal of dolls and their effect on the female self-image is a persistent discussion surrounding the kids’ toys industry. Dolls for girls were, and in most cases still are, an ideal of proportional body shape and beauty, which has been influencing girls around the world from a very young age. This perfectly symmetrical and flawless image has become an aspiration, though it‘s far from realistic. This is why we are thankful for artists who think of the box and contribute to a change by carrying the message of individual and unique beauty. Continue reading »
Vintage Japanese Watercolor Sketches of Toy Designs
The Ningyo-Do Bunko database features thousands of late 19th and early 20th Century watercolor sketches of Japanese toy designs. More can be seen at Japan’s Akita Prefectural Library, which holds a series of six toy design illustration books produced between 1891 and 1913 by Yamada of Kyoto. Continue reading »
Toy Retailer Hired A Designer To Create ‘Friends’ Barbie Dolls, And They Delivered
Over the years, Mattel’s famous Barbie dolls have been made as nurses, celebrities, supermodels, athletes and other inspiring figures. Surprisingly, one of the world’s most successful TV franchises ever, Friends, never had a Barbie treatment…. Until now!
The Toy Zone asked concept artist Margarita Zhitnik to try to imagine what Friends characters would look like if they were Barbie dolls, and she delivered just the thing. They’re loaded with clothes, props, and references from the most memorable scenes, and in my opinion, as one of the die-hard fans of the show, I think they turned out awesome. Let’s pray Mattel will heed our prayers and make it real someday!
Ross’s Leather Pants Set
“Ahead of a date with the comically named Elizabeth Hornswoggle, Ross decides to experiment with leather pants. He looks surprisingly okay in them – when he can get them on. But it’s pure torture for Chandler, who has bet Ross $50 that he can last a week without making insults.” Continue reading »
Creepy & Crawly Plush Sculptures by Hine Mizushima
Among the many skills of Vancouver-based Japanese artist Hine Mizushima is slow crafter, needlefelter and miniature collage artist. Her work often manifests itself in animals, sea life, parts of the human body and other curiosities of the natural world. Continue reading »
IKEA Plans To Discontinue BLÅHAJ Shark Toy, People Are Sharing Best Moments They Had With It
When the internet heard that the most beloved shark plushie of all time, IKEA’s BLÅHAJ, will be discontinued in April 2022, they were truly heartbroken, and decided to show the world all the amazing adventures they had together. Maybe IKEA will reconsider… Continue reading »
‘80s Pop Culture Icons as McDonald’s Happy Meal Toys
McDonald’s launched the Happy Meal across the US in 1979, and it will forever feel very ‘80s. (Especially if you grew up in the 1980s.) Like so many ‘80s icons, the Happy Meal’s combination of tasty concept and slick packaging make it a design classic. The Toy Zone, a toy retailer, worked with CGI artist Jan Koudela to cook up imaginary Happy Meal toys and boxes in the style of our favorite and most iconic ‘80s screen heroes.
Top Gun
“Sometimes serving your country and quietly believing yourself to be “the best of the best” is not enough. Sometimes you want a trophy that says TOP GUN on it, too. When you’re casting that kind of arrogance, only one man will do: The Cruiser!” Continue reading »
The Creepy Doll Adoption Agency
So you’ve inherited your grandmother’s precious dolls, which she cherished, but you can’t stand them because they look so creepy? You aren’t alone, as many people end up with dolls that are ugly, haunted, or give off uncanny valley vibes. You could toss them, but that’s neither respectful to grandma nor is it environmentally-friendly. What to do? Continue reading »
Toymaker Creates Creepy But Cute Toys
According to an artist, LeleaCreatures: “Hello! I am lelea_creatures, and I am an aspiring toymaker. I want to share some of my recent work with you! All dolls are handmade as a single copy from polymer clay and artificial fur, filled with padding polyester. I will be very happy to receive support!” Continue reading »
The Earthquake Tower by Remco, ca. 1974
Billed as “the world’s largest playset” and standing a whopping five feet tall, the Remco Earthquake Tower was a mash-up of the biggest Hollywood hits of 1974: The Towering Inferno and Earthquake. Continue reading »
