People would say, “Your kids are going to be so lucky” when they looked at all the toys on our shelves. John and I would say, almost in unison, “Those are not for kids to play with. We have them to have.” I completely understand the lust for acquisition that inhabits your average toy collector….
Yesterday was the last day of Toy Fair. I spent the past four days running through the Javits Center here in New York City playing with toys, hanging out with companies, and trying to steal a giant Chewbacca. I failed at that last venture… this time. As always, I attended Toy Fair with my [insertgeekhere]…
Toy Fair, the Toy Industry Association’s annual convention, has been held for years in New York City and offers purchasing agents from different retailers the opportunity to preview toys from different manufacturers. Retail buyers evaluate toys, games and “youth entertainment products” and place orders with their manufacturers for upcoming selling seasons. Having their orders in…
Wow, Toy Fair was an amazing time. Over four days, I saw my wallet cry in pain over how many things I wanted. Have you ever seen a wallet cry? It’s just devastating. But forget the feelings of an inanimate piece of fabric. Let’s talk about some of my highlights from my four days of…
February is always a busy month for me. With the start of the year behind us, I am faced with planning and organizing for the spring. The big event for my winter/spring is Toy Fair in a couple weeks. Yes, Toy Fair is a major industry event that gives the buyers and press a chance…
Many, many months ago at Toy Fair they announced that a major trend for 2015 was dinosaurs. This was due in part to the upcoming Jurassic movie. Now, fast forward to last week. I bit the proverbial bullet and went to see Jurassic World. I admit I didn’t have high hopes for the movie. Let’s…
I spent time a few weeks ago at Toy Fair. For those not in the know, Toy Fair is one of the industry’s largest trade shows and gives us all a look at what’s coming in the toy world. This is an entire convention center filled with toys and games, and I was one of…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=Eb89oCqOSw0 If these aren’t on sale at San Diego this year, I’m going to be very disappointed.
The Captain Action team is working to get the good Captain’s figures on the shelf at Wal-Mart for 2014. The Captain Action line was selected for a special program they have at Wal-Mart. It’s kind of like American Idol for shelf space. If you are so inclined, please help them to advance in the competition…
He knows if you’ve been naughty. Toy company, Go Hero, has announced via their Facebook page that Doc Savage will be getting the 1:6th scale action figure treatment, joining the company’s similar version of The Shadow. Go Hero also features popular characters, Buck Rogers, Flash Gordon, The Claw, The Spider, and more. Check out some…
Jersey City, NJ (November 8, 2012) – Toys on the Hudson is pleased to announce the tri-state area’s first family-focused toy fair. Developed as a shopping alternative to Black Friday, Toys on the Hudson offers families and collectors an opportunity to discover unique gifts, meet celebrities and enjoy photo opportunities in more than 18,000 square…
We cover BOTH sides of the collecting coin with first a look at a new Travel Channel show, TOY HUNTER. Meet Jordan Hembrough whop spends his life digging for rare & cool old toys, then we have more with Elyse Luray and COLLECTION INTERVENTION, on just what to do when the “stuff” takes over your…
