
Fisher-Price Play Family A-Frame (1974)
In 1974, Fisher-Price released the Play Family A-Frame, an homage to mid-century modern architecture.
Toy Catalogues, Vintage Advertising
Matchbox 1983… A New Beginning Catalogue
After being acquired by Universal Toys, 1983 kicked off a new era of ownership for the brand and a 30th-anniversary celebration.
Spinwelder from Mattel (1974)
In 1974, Mattel released Spinwelder, a welding toy that children used to construct various vehicles.
Toy Catalogues, Vintage Advertising
Wham-O: Sports are Fun! Mini Catalogue
For more than 75 years, Wham-O has been a ubiquitous guest at family barbecues and outdoor playtime. This Sports Are Fun! mini-catalogue from the 1960s showcases the breadth of the company’s sporting and outdoor product lines at the time.
Cabbage Patch Kids Hide & Seek Game from Milton Bradley (1984)
“…before you match ’em you have to catch ’em.”
Flea Circus from Mattel (1966)
Released in 1966 from Mattel, Flea Circus was a three-dimensional skill game where players score points by making magnetic fleas perform a series of circus tricks.
Otherworldly, Vintage Advertising
Mega-Rig Space Base from Matchbox (1999)
“What do you do when it’s all up to you?”
Otherworldly, Vintage Advertising
Fright Factory – A Thingmaker Toy from Mattel (1967)
Fright Factory was another addition to Mattel’s Thingmaker line that allowed children to create horror movie-esque props at home.
Toy Catalogues, Vintage Advertising
Reliable Toy Company
At its peak, Reliable Toys was one of the largest toy makers in Canada.
Erector from Gilbert Toys (1965)
In 1965, Gilbert Toys introduced four new Erector sets, offering between 150 and 450 pieces and a slew of new build ideas.