What makes Folkmanis Puppets great? Art director Allison Sieber on why the company’s in great hands
As Folkmanis Puppets nears its 50th year, Allison Sieber discusses the company’s amazing products.
Rachel Godfroy on helping children feel confident and connected with Kid Kreations’ Heartfuls
“Each doll is designed to ‘fill your heart.'”: Designer Rachel Godfroy discusses the development process behind the MESH-accredited doll range, Heartfuls.
Seven Towns’ Eleanor Black, Open 2 Design’s Matt Burtonwood and Identity Games’ JM Duparc join Toy Room 101 panel at Play Creators Conference 2025
All three will try to convince the host – Mojo Nation’s Deej Johnson – that their industry pet hate deserves consigning to Room 101…
Funko’s Lucy Salisbury, YuMe Toys’ Gurdeep Bains and All in 1 Products’ Danny Kishon to explore ‘Creating for Kidults’ at Play Creators Conference 2025
The session will explore the considerations that come into play when creating for kidults – and whether it’s an area that inventors should be focusing on.
Industry figures to discuss ‘Collaboration & Community’ at Play Creators Conference 2025
The panel will be chaired by Hasbro’s Naomi Brugnatelli and feature DesignbyTouch’s Paul Boucher, inventor Danielle Reynolds and The Op Games’ Tony Serebriany.
Born to License brings Crazy Deuce Studios and King Features together for Flash Gordon card game
“Not only is it the first officially licensed CCG for Flash Gordon, it’s the start of something much bigger…” said William Danz, Creator and Founder of Crazy Deuce Studios.
Chicco joins Mojo Pitch 2025
“We are excited to be part of this year’s Play Creators Festival and to support such a dynamic and inspiring event,” said Chicco’s Andrea Grassi.
Christine Nicholls – Founder and Vice Chair of Golden Bear – retires
“I will always be passionate about creating toys and I’m privileged to have enjoyed such an illustrious career alongside the fantastic team at Golden Bear,” said Christine.
LEGO and Nike detail collabs spanning LEGO sets, footwear and apparel
The 1180-piece LEGO Nike Dunk set features a Nike Dunk, rotatable brick basketball toy and “Dunk” slogan that sports fans can build, rebuild and display.
Lord Hobo Brewing Co debuts Bananagrams pale ale
“We’re always looking for unexpected, joyful ways to connect with our fans, and Fruit Peddler is exactly that,” said Rena Nathanson, CEO & Co-Inventor, Bananagrams, Inc.