Singer Sewing Machines from Gilbert Toys (1963)
A dealer advertisement from 1963 for the “Sewhandy” Singer Sewing Machines toy line from The A. C. Gilbert Company.
Slinky Crazy Eyes from James Industries (1950s)
Originally released by James Industries in the early 1060s, Slinky Crazy Eyes transformed the familiar spring toy into a wearable novelty toy.
Slip ‘n Slide from Wham-O (1961)
Released in the early 1960s by Wham-O, the Slip ‘n Slide transformed an ordinary backyard into a summertime playground.
Talk About from Romper Room (1970)
“The Romper Room Talk About has pictures that talk, and talk, and talk, and talk.”
Twist ‘N Turn Barbie from Mattel (1967)
To launch Twist ‘N Turn Barbie in 1967, Mattel offered the new doll for $1.50 with the trade-in of any old Barbie.
Kaboomers Indoor/Outdoor Paddle Game from Ideal (1985)
The Kaboomers Indoor/Outdoor Paddle Game featured a set of inflatable paddles that included a pump in each handle.
G.I. JOE Devil of the Deep from Hasbro (1974)
“There are 50 adventures for your G.I. JOE with kung fu grip.”
Colossal Cars Collection from Monogram (1976)
Monogram’s Colossal Cars line brought oversized 1/8th scale model kits to store shelves in 1976, including the Big “T” Street Rod, ’65 Corvette Sting Ray, and Jaguar XKE.