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No doubt about it, jigsaws are enjoying a moment. Sales surged by 240% during the height of the pandemic when families and kids rediscovered the many benefits of puzzles – how they boost problem-solving and fine-motor skills, encourage concentration, even help banish stress – and the overall sector is still …
Read More »Christmas container chaos is global as Greek toy retailer Jumbo sees major shipment delays
The Greek toy and gift retailer, Jumbo, has revealed that some 6,000 containers of the some of the best-selling toys this year, are stuck on cargo ships and shipping containers around the world, in an echo of the current chaos being experienced at UK ports. The firm, which operates stores …
Read More »Piecing it all together: From wellbeing to rock ‘n’ roll – how jigsaw puzzling has redefined its own image
It’s indisputable that jigsaw puzzles today aren’t what they used to be. And we can all breathe a sigh of relief for that, because if there was ever a sector in need of a real shot in the arm, it was one such as this. A sector formerly soaked in …
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 »Jumbo remains top adult puzzle brand for 2017
The firm has revealed its 2017 NPD results, maintaining their position as the UK's number one manufacturer of adult puzzles and accessories.
Read More »Jumbo announces new additions to Goula wooden toys range
Jumbo has introduced 20 new products to its range at London Toy Fair.
Read More »Toy Fair 2018: Jumbo bolsters children’s portfolio
Jumbo Games is showcasing its new range of Peter Rabbit puzzles, both in the style of the classic Beatrix Potter books and the upcoming movie.
Read More »Jumbo’s Dessineo celebrates award success
The drawing toy has scooped several awards since its July launch, including most recently, a recommendation in the Good Toy Guide.
Read More »Jumbo’s Emotify Game sells over 14,000 units in one week
The firm has fast tracked the next production run of the game and it will be back in stock within a fortnight.
Read More »Jumbo launches Game of Thrones Family Tree puzzle
1,000-piece jigsaw depicts a family tree diagram of the House Stark, House Lannister, House Baratheon, House Targaryen and House Arryn.
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