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On the fringes of the Latin Quarter in the heart of Paris, Djeco’s headquarters stand steeped in a culture and history that not only runs through the European city, but the veins of a team of creatives and designers, and into the style, look, and feel of the toys and …
Read More »Japanese character brand Rilakkuma makes play for the arts and crafts sector with Graine Creative
The popular Japanese character brand, Rilakkuma, is making its way into the arts and crafts sector, thanks to a new partnership with the French arts and crafts specialist, Graine Creative. The new deal adds to a rapidly growing consumer products portfolio for the world’s most relaxed bear cub in Europe. …
Read More »Bargain Max launches arts and crafts competition for kids at home through lockdown
The UK online toy retailer Bargain Max has launched a nation-wide competition to look for the very best arts and craft talent from babies, toddlers and children. The initiative is part of the retailer’s move to engage with and provide entertainment for kids and families stuck at home during the …
Read More »Craft Buddy makes toy market debut with the launch of its Frameables range
The arts and crafts brand, Craft Buddy is expanding into the toy market with the launch of Frameables, its first product designed specifically for children. Frameables makes use of the firm’s popular Crystal Art format for a range of crafting products that have been designed to help children develop motor …
Read More »West Design Products launches online consumer hub for arts and crafts community
West Design Products, the UK art and craft, education, toy, and stationery products specialist, has revealed a wholly new consumer content website, EverythingArtAndCraft.com. With curated content, including ideas, hints and tips, and blog posts, tutorials, videos and news, West Designs hopes that the new site will become a community destination, …
Read More »West Design Products names Kent’s fastest growing business in MegaGrowth 50 list
The arts and craft, education, toy and stationery specialist, West Design Products has been named as one of Kent’s fastest-growing businesses in this year’s MegaGrowth 50 list. Organised and managed by the KM Media Group, businesses are ranked by increase in turnover over the last three financial years. Having previously …
Read More »Craft Buddy secures supplier agreement with London and Whipsnade Zoos
The craft and hobby designer, Craft Buddy will be supplying the international conservation charity ZSL (the Zoological Society of London) two Zoos – London Zoo and Whipsnade Zoo – with products from its Crystal Art brand. The new supplier agreement also includes a programme of in-store demo days, so that …
Read More »Jumbo counts seven new awards for its Dessineo arts and crafts range
The range has picked up a new collection of accolades following the launch of the Learn to Paint (Artist Easel, Stencils and Numbers) products. The educational learning toys have received seven wins across industry recognised awards.
Read More »Toy Fair 2018: Sambro launches first own IP for arts and crafts, Scribble Town
The launch marks a first in the company's history who until now has been renowned for its portfolio of licensed products.
Read More »LittleConcepts readies new Avenue Mandarine lines for Home and Gift fair
Over 10 new products will be launched, including a brand new range of Graffy Felt Tips and Crayons.
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