Worlds Apart’s James Austin-Smith on the origins of its pioneering plush concept, Scruff-a-Luvs
The transformation aspect to Scuff-a-Luvs is so complex that Worlds Apart had to design and build a custom manufacturing process, as no one had done this with plush before.
Toy Fair 2019’s Greenhouse Area has only 8% space remaining
New exhibitors include 3Style Scooters, Piqipi Ltd and Albion Hobbies.
The best toy and game concepts we saw at New Designers 2018
We headed to the Business Design Centre in London to see what this year’s crop of design rising stars had been creating.
Mojo Nation’s Student Conference speaker line-up revealed
Designers from Hasbro, Alpha, Big Potato and more to speak to A-Level students, those on university design courses and recent graduates at the event held at London’s Design Museum this September.
Anne-Marie Lacey and Deb Sharratt to talk influencers, and how best to use them, at Toy and Game Design Conference
“I’m really looking forward to sharing our knowledge and top tips to help you win the influencer relations game, both legally and ethically, while building your brand and ultimately selling your product,” said Filament PR’s Anne-Marie Lacey.
Women In Toys UK teams with Gibsons for summer get-together
On July 10th at Gibsons HQ, guests can enjoy coffee and cakes while learning about the history and future plans for Gibsons.
Show Business
Having recently joined The Toy Association’s Creative Factory Advisory Board, Mojo Nation co-founder Billy Langsworthy looks at why it’s key for trade shows to cater for the global toy and game design community.
AIPEX CEO Frank Reijnen on why toy firms should consider consolidating their IP portfolio with one provider
We caught up with AIPEX CEO Frank Reijnen to learn more about the benefits of using AIPEX as a single-service provider rather than using multiple providers in different markets.
Escape the Dark Castle co-creator Thomas Pike on the move from games distribution to game design
With a set of expansion packs available on Kickstarter, we caught up with Pike to learn more about the game’s distinct look and what’s next for the Escape the Dark brand.
WowWee, KANO, LittleBits and Primo Toys to talk innovation at Toy and Game Design Conference
The Play Innovation Panel will be chaired by Gallium Ventures founder, Heather Delaney.