Kitt & Kaboodle Soft Body Doll and Action Pony from Ideal (1985)
This 1985 dealer advertisement from Ideal features “the adorable style and exclusive action features” of Kitt (the doll) and Kaboodle (her pony).
Vintage Advertising
Remember the toys and games of years past through vintage advertising – for better and for worse!
Shogun Warriors from Mattel (1976)
“Imagine you command them to defend freedom, protect justice, and challenge evil.”
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.
The Game of Life from Milton Bradley (1985)
“I inherited a skunk farm!”
Silly Putty
A vintage comic book ad for Silly Putty – “The Wonder Toy of the Twentieth Century.”
Talking Garfield from Mattel (1983)
“Face it, you’re a wimp.”
Hot Wheels Grand Prix from Mattel (1969)
“Set up your Hot Wheels Grand Prix today. Then throw out the challenge. See if Dad can stand the pace.”
Instant Fish from Wham-O (1962)
“Hurry today to get the most amazing fun ever offered.”
Aurora Plastics Corporation
Most famous for their plastic model kits of classic Hollywood monsters, New York-based Aurora Plastics Corporation also produced a series of licensed models based on other characters from movies, television shows and comic books in the 1950s and ’60s.
Flying Fox from Remco (1960)
“Kids, fly Remco’s Flying Fox jet prop airliner for the greatest thrill of your lifetime.”
Rubik’s Zig Zaw Puzzle from Ideal (1983)
This pseudo jigsaw puzzle contains 131 pieces and was designed for ages 8 and up.
Heart Throb from Milton Bradley (1989)
“Yeah, but his sneaker size is bigger than his IQ.”
Golferino from Hubley (1962)
Released in 1962 by Hubley, Golferino was a 9-hole tabletop miniature golf course molded in high-impact plastic.
Mr. Kelly’s Car Wash from Remco (1964)
“Mr. Kelly’s automatic car wash — what a toy!”
Mr. Astro-Chimp from Dairy Queen (1961)
In 1961, Dairy Queen celebrated space flight with the release of the Mr. Astro-Chimp doll.
Battlestar Galactica Collection Viper Launch Station from Mattel (1978)
Enjoy this classic commercial for the Battlestar Galactica Viper Launch Station from Mattel.
Hugo – Man of a Thousand Faces from Kenner (1975)
Released in 1975 by Kenner, Hugo was a hand puppet whose appearance could be altered using a variety of accessories.
Steve Canyon Jet Helmet from Ideal Toy Company (1959)
“Made by Ideal for junior jet pilots everywhere.”