Author: Jean Rossi
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
ISBN: 9780764314407
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 159
Book Description
Once sold inexpensively in five and dime stores, novelties and toys made of colorful, durable polystyrene plastic are eagerly sought by collectors today. Showcased are holiday related and other items made by the major manufacturers, including E. Rosen, Irwin, and Knickerbocker. Features chubby Santas, bunnies, roosters, Valentine hearts and figures, Halloween pumpkins, witches, and many more. Collector tips and current values included.
Plastic Novelties and Toys of the '40s, '50s, and '60s
Author: Jean Rossi
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
ISBN: 9780764314407
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 159
Book Description
Once sold inexpensively in five and dime stores, novelties and toys made of colorful, durable polystyrene plastic are eagerly sought by collectors today. Showcased are holiday related and other items made by the major manufacturers, including E. Rosen, Irwin, and Knickerbocker. Features chubby Santas, bunnies, roosters, Valentine hearts and figures, Halloween pumpkins, witches, and many more. Collector tips and current values included.
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
ISBN: 9780764314407
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 159
Book Description
Once sold inexpensively in five and dime stores, novelties and toys made of colorful, durable polystyrene plastic are eagerly sought by collectors today. Showcased are holiday related and other items made by the major manufacturers, including E. Rosen, Irwin, and Knickerbocker. Features chubby Santas, bunnies, roosters, Valentine hearts and figures, Halloween pumpkins, witches, and many more. Collector tips and current values included.
Toys and Novelties
Make Your Own Soft Toys
Author: Rob Merrett
Publisher: CICO Books
ISBN: 9781908862655
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This wonderful collection of handmade toys will delight children both young and old. The 25 projects, designed by expert craftsman Rob Merrett, take their inspiration from traditional playthings, including dolls, animals, and more. Begin with Baby’s First Soft Toy—delightful gifts for newborns designed in soft colors and gentle prints. Nursery Novelties is next, with easy patchwork and appliqué embellishments, followed by Activity Toys, where clever designs will stimulate young children’s minds. Creature Comforts has adorable animals that are perfect for little ones in a range of pretty fabrics. Finally, Divine Dollies is packed with trendy, vintage-looking rag dolls that you will love to make. Rob also develops the concept of “Kids Forever,” where designs should appeal not just to children, but also to adults who will appreciate his stylish, retro approach. Each toy comes with clear, step-by-step text and beautiful photography and artworks that will guide even a novice stitcher, helping them to produce gorgeous gifts with a charming, handcrafted feel.
Publisher: CICO Books
ISBN: 9781908862655
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This wonderful collection of handmade toys will delight children both young and old. The 25 projects, designed by expert craftsman Rob Merrett, take their inspiration from traditional playthings, including dolls, animals, and more. Begin with Baby’s First Soft Toy—delightful gifts for newborns designed in soft colors and gentle prints. Nursery Novelties is next, with easy patchwork and appliqué embellishments, followed by Activity Toys, where clever designs will stimulate young children’s minds. Creature Comforts has adorable animals that are perfect for little ones in a range of pretty fabrics. Finally, Divine Dollies is packed with trendy, vintage-looking rag dolls that you will love to make. Rob also develops the concept of “Kids Forever,” where designs should appeal not just to children, but also to adults who will appreciate his stylish, retro approach. Each toy comes with clear, step-by-step text and beautiful photography and artworks that will guide even a novice stitcher, helping them to produce gorgeous gifts with a charming, handcrafted feel.
Easy-to-Make Old-Fashioned Toys
Author: Eugene F. Provenzo
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486259587
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 305
Book Description
Clear instructions and illustrations show youngsters and adults how to create 38 delightful novelties: jumping jack, kaleidoscope, boomerang, pinwheel, parachute, bubble blowers, and much more. Each toy can be made with inexpensive materials found around the home, from cardboard and tape to string, scissors, and pins.
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486259587
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 305
Book Description
Clear instructions and illustrations show youngsters and adults how to create 38 delightful novelties: jumping jack, kaleidoscope, boomerang, pinwheel, parachute, bubble blowers, and much more. Each toy can be made with inexpensive materials found around the home, from cardboard and tape to string, scissors, and pins.
Dr. Seuss's 100 First Words
Author: Dr. Seuss
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1524770876
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A word book illustrated with images from the works of Dr. Seuss—starring the Little Cats from The Cat in the Hat Comes Back! This super-sturdy casebound board book introduces babies and toddlers to 100 essential first words and to the artwork of Dr. Seuss! Illustrated with images from his most beloved, classic books (among them One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish, Green Eggs and Ham, and Hop on Pop)—the book also features the Little Cats—the tiny cats from The Cat in the Hat Comes Back—doing something fun on every spread! Perfect for learning and for play, there's plenty to look at and talk about on each page.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1524770876
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A word book illustrated with images from the works of Dr. Seuss—starring the Little Cats from The Cat in the Hat Comes Back! This super-sturdy casebound board book introduces babies and toddlers to 100 essential first words and to the artwork of Dr. Seuss! Illustrated with images from his most beloved, classic books (among them One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish, Green Eggs and Ham, and Hop on Pop)—the book also features the Little Cats—the tiny cats from The Cat in the Hat Comes Back—doing something fun on every spread! Perfect for learning and for play, there's plenty to look at and talk about on each page.
How to Make Animated Toys and Whirligigs
Author: Jack Wiley
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780741483928
Category : Mechanical toys
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Covers everything you need to know to get started in the craft and hobby of toy and whirligig making and build twenty unique animated projects.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780741483928
Category : Mechanical toys
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Covers everything you need to know to get started in the craft and hobby of toy and whirligig making and build twenty unique animated projects.
Improve Your Mah Jong
Author: Patricia A. Thompson
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Australia
ISBN: 9780684872056
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This book is designed for those familiar with the game who now want to improve their skills and maybe teach others to play. The illustrations are all in colour to simplify identification of the various hands -- 55 in all. The calculator in the back cover makes scoring simple. The modern Western game of Mah Jong has evolved from the original Chinese game, first recorded about 500BC. Mah Jong is played in slightly different forms in many countries around the world. Once the basic structure of the game is mastered players find no difficulty in adapting to another version of the game.
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Australia
ISBN: 9780684872056
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This book is designed for those familiar with the game who now want to improve their skills and maybe teach others to play. The illustrations are all in colour to simplify identification of the various hands -- 55 in all. The calculator in the back cover makes scoring simple. The modern Western game of Mah Jong has evolved from the original Chinese game, first recorded about 500BC. Mah Jong is played in slightly different forms in many countries around the world. Once the basic structure of the game is mastered players find no difficulty in adapting to another version of the game.
Collector's Encyclopedia of Metal Toys
Author: Richard O'Neill
Publisher: Crescent
ISBN: 9780517665312
Category : Automobiles
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
Offers professional advice on assembling and maintaining a metal toy collection, featuring classic cars, trucks, trains, boats, airplanes and military figures from around the world
Publisher: Crescent
ISBN: 9780517665312
Category : Automobiles
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
Offers professional advice on assembling and maintaining a metal toy collection, featuring classic cars, trucks, trains, boats, airplanes and military figures from around the world
Mah Jong Players Companion
Author: Patricia A. Thompson
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1925368092
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 68
Book Description
Since the arrival on the market of Patricia Thompson and Betty Maloney's two previous books, The Game of Mah Jong Illustrated and Improve Your Mah Jong, a wide range of hands from many parts of the world has been sent to them. In this player's companion the authors have put together a cross-filled reference guide where over 120 hands, illustrated in colour, can be quickly identified by following the flip-top headings on each page. A full synopsis of each hand is included. The extra hands give an international flavour to the book, adding new interest and challenges.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1925368092
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 68
Book Description
Since the arrival on the market of Patricia Thompson and Betty Maloney's two previous books, The Game of Mah Jong Illustrated and Improve Your Mah Jong, a wide range of hands from many parts of the world has been sent to them. In this player's companion the authors have put together a cross-filled reference guide where over 120 hands, illustrated in colour, can be quickly identified by following the flip-top headings on each page. A full synopsis of each hand is included. The extra hands give an international flavour to the book, adding new interest and challenges.
Poke-A-Dot: First Words
Author: Melissa & Doug
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781950013555
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Poke irresistible buttons to hear satisfying clicks and pops as kids read and count along with sturdy board books. Patented!
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781950013555
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Poke irresistible buttons to hear satisfying clicks and pops as kids read and count along with sturdy board books. Patented!