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Swift Clicks Heishi Bracelet Maker

Make It Real   •   01613 024 100      www.makeitrealplay.com      pthomson@makeitrealplay.com

In the children’s activity and accessories space, Make It Real blends innovation, quality and eye-catching design to captivate young creators. The brand’s success stems from strong partnerships with business leaders and a steadfast commitment to delivering engaging, hands-on play experiences.

This year, Make It Real is introducing the Swift Clicks Heishi Bracelet Maker, billed as a game-changer in bracelet making. The product transforms an evergreen play pattern by simplifying and expediting the bracelet making process. Young creatives can make 20+ bracelets using 16 bead colours with ease, by rotating the bead carousel to align the desired colour over the threading stem, then clicking the button to add it to the bracelet. Clicking it again and again adds more beads. Kids can repeat the same colour or rotate the carousel to select a new colour and click again. They can also can easily reload the carousel compartments with the included funnel and store extra beads neatly in the centre. Bracelet making continues to dominate as an on-trend tween activity, and Swift Clicks has been designed to take it to new heights.

Bibi-Chibis

Moose Toys   •   01637 882 200www.moosetoys.com

Moose Toys, in partnership with Eolo, is introducing Bibi-Chibis, a range of adorable micro collectibles designed to spread joy, positivity and happiness. Tapping into the ever-growing trend for micro collectibles and kids’ timeless fascination with cute babies, Bibi-Chibis are irresistible tiny treasures that kids will love to collect, trade and share.

Each Bibi-Chibi is a miniature masterpiece, combining vibrant outfits with finishes such as bright matte colours, glitter, metallic accents and translucent textures. Beyond their charming looks, every figurine embodies a unique positive emotion, such as joy, gratitude, comfort or inspiration, and comes with a friendship card. Kids can scratch the card to reveal a hidden message that connects to the figurine’s emotion, making each discovery both meaningful and fun.

With 48 characters to collect across Series 1, Bibi-Chibis are divided into three teams: Dream, Foodie and Wild. From common and rare characters to ultra-rare treasures and the highly coveted, limited-edition Leon, kids will revel in the thrill of completing their collections and uncovering surprises along the way.

The pocket-money priced Bibi-Chibis Single Pack includes one figurine, a friendship card and a collector’s guide in a blind box format, creating an exciting unboxing experience. The Bibi-Chibis 5-Pack provides even more opportunities for discovery, including a mystery figure, making it a must-have for more passionate collectors.

Launching in the UK from this month, Bibi-Chibis will be prominently featured in out-of-aisle displays across specialty toy retailers, positioning them perfectly for impulse buys. Additionally, a partnership with Cute magazine will amplify excitement across the season, with thousands of samples reaching kids nationwide. The launch will be further supported by a dynamic marketing campaign that harnesses the power of TikTok, featuring ASMR content, unboxing videos and influencer seeding to drive engagement.

Don’t Press That Mine Turtle

Big Potato   •   020 3620 9495www.bigpotato.co.uk

Inspired by the wildly popular Asdfmovie series from TomSka, Don’t Press That Mine Turtle is one of Big Potato’s latest launches that dares players to complete chaotic challenges or risk pressing Mine Turtle and getting blown up. The more times players press Mine Turtle, the higher the chance it’ll blow. Players must keep nailing missions to make sure the person going up in smoke isn’t them.

If players are given a mission and they refuse it or fail it, they have to push the button and risk detonation. However, if a player dishes out a mission and the recipient nails it, then their evil plan has backfired, and they will have to press Mine Turtle – and every press could be their last. When choosing a victim, players must choose wisely. For example, a player shouldn’t challenge Mr Karaoke King to improvise a song for 30 seconds and should instead give it to Miss ‘I-Don’t-Even-Sing-In-The-Shower’.

The beauty of Don’t Press That Mine Turtle is that if a player doesn’t want to do a mission, then they can press the button and take their chances. But if a player is quite happy to sniff someone’s socks, tell everyone their weirdest celebrity crush, or beat someone in a staring contest, then everyone else has a good laugh and that player gets to blow up a pal.

Bluey costumes

Rubies   •   0845 307 0707      www.rubiesuk.com

Rubies has announced a new licensing agreement with BBC Studios to produce and distribute costumes and accessories from Bluey in the UK. This deal marks a significant expansion of Rubies’ existing licensing for Bluey products in Australia, underscoring the company’s commitment to creating high-quality, authentic costumes that capture the spirit of the beloved animated series.

Building on its success in Australia, Rubies will introduce an engaging range of dress-up options that will allow young fans to embody their favourite characters and immerse themselves in the heartwarming world of Bluey and her family. With the growing popularity of Bluey among children and families, the addition of these costumes and accessories to Rubies’ diverse product portfolio is set to delight fans across the UK.

The expansion of Rubies Bluey licensing marks a significant milestone in the company’s dedication to providing everyday play costume experiences for fans. By leveraging its expertise in costume design and manufacturing, Rubies enchanting assortment of Bluey costumes and accessories has been designed to resonate with the show’s growing international fanbase, fostering creativity and storytelling through imaginative play.

For more information about Rubies and its wide range of licensed costumes and accessories, which this year has welcomed Bing, Transformers and Power Rangers, Young Jedi Adventures and Care Bears, visit the website. The Bluey costumes will be available soon.

Exit: The Game – Adventures on Catan

Thames & Kosmos   •   01580 212 000   www.thamesandkosmos.co.uk

Thames & Kosmos has unveiled Exit: The Game – Adventures on Catan, the newest addition to the award-winning Exit: The Game line of at-home escape room games, set in the captivating world of Catan.

In Exit: Adventures on Catan, players set out to create a new life for themselves on the beautiful, resource-rich island of Catan, but numerous challenges and riddles await them on their journey. In Adventures on Catan, there are nods to the beloved gameplay of Catan, as players trade with residents to build out the island and discover more resources.

The Exit: The Game series debuted in 2017 and the first three titles were awarded the internationally acclaimed Kennerspiel des Jahres (German for ‘Connoisseur/Expert Game of the Year’), marking the first time a series of games had won the prestigious award. Since then, over 30 unique titles have been released, with varying themes and options for all skill levels. Today, more than 25m games have been sold worldwide as the series continues to attract gamers and non-gamers alike, with people of all backgrounds and interests hailing the puzzles in the Exit: series as some of the most innovative and engaging puzzles in any line of at-home escape room games.

Yu-Gi-Oh! Supreme Darkness

Konami Digital Entertainment B.V.   •   01753 271 737   www.yugioh-card.com/uk

Konami has revealed details of the brand-new Evil Hero monsters coming through in Supreme Darkness.

Supreme King Jaden’s Evil Hero monsters are back: evil versions of Elemental Heroes Bubbleman and Prisma are on the way, as well as the Supreme King’s new version of Neos, which has the power to take over an opponent’s monsters. There are plenty of Evil Hero Fusion Monsters to choose from and this set adds even more, while new support cards make it easier than ever.

Players looking for something in the fast lane can speed back into action with new Speedroid cards that make Synchro Summoning a breeze. There are two new Pendulum/Tuner Speedroid monsters, plus a couple of new Synchro Monsters styled after Yugo’s favourites, including the biggest Clear Wing Synchro Dragon yet.

Fans of Synchro Summoning can also grab new Crystron monsters, including a new Synchro Monster. A new Level 2 Tuner can Special Summon a Crystron anytime a player’s opponent activates an effect; the player can then immediately perform a Synchro Summon.

An all-new theme also makes its grand debut in Supreme Darkness. This deck works by placing its Continuous Trap Monsters straight into the Spell and Trap Zone. As face-up Continuous Traps, they give constant buffs to all Warrior monsters - but when required, these Trap Cards can spring to life as Warrior monsters themselves, before bouncing back to the safety of the Spell and Trap Zone when things get too hectic. There, they wait to pop out again when the time is right.

Supreme Darkness has 101 new cards in total, including a brand-new World Premiere theme that players won’t want to miss. It also continues the 25th Anniversary Celebration by including 25 Quarter Century Secret Rares, including one special card. Supreme Darkness contains: 10 Secret Rares, 14 Ultra Rares, 26 Super Rares and 50 Commons.

Lego Botanicals

The Lego Group   •   01753 495 000      www.lego.com

Since its introduction in 2021, the Lego Botanicals collection has fast become one of the Lego Group’s most popular product ranges. These sets offer a fresh experience to building, allowing fans of all ages to create lifelike plants and flowers using Lego bricks and appealing to adults looking for mindful, stress-relieving activities. The collection has become its own specific theme within the Lego range, with its own logo and new products to come.

The new sets announced include the Lego Botanicals Pretty Pink Flower Bouquet, the Lego Botanicals Mini Orchid and the Lego Botanicals Flower Arrangement.

The range is inspired to complement a variety of different plant styles and fan favourites. With customisation features available, these sets combine creativity with nature to offer a unique building experience that can appeal to both casual builders and green-thumbed enthusiasts.

Lego Botanicals Pretty Pink Flower Bouquet

This set consists of 15 flower stems and foliage, including daisies, cornflowers, eucalyptus, elderflowers, roses, ranunculus, cymbidium orchids, a waterlily dahlia and a campanula.

All the stems are adjustable, encouraging builders to create bespoke floral arrangements that they can use as home or office decor. The flowers can be arranged with other Lego bouquets, sold separately, to create a larger, unique floral display.

Lego Botanicals Mini Orchid

This lifelike replica features five orchid flowers in bloom and a few in bud, as well as leaves for extra authenticity. It also comes with a light terracotta flowerpot that sits on a wood-effect plinth, making it easy for budding florists to display.

Lego Botanicals Flower Arrangement

Blooming with vibrant flowers, including camellia, peonies, hydrangeas, baby’s breath, ranunculus, bouvardia and lilies, the set lets builders embrace their inner florist as they arrange the flowers into a unique display. The Flower Arrangement chalice vase comes with a clever pin system that allows flower enthusiasts to customise the look of the set or mix in other Lego Botanicals sets to create a different style.

Match Attax Queens of Europe

Topps   •   01908 800 100   •   www.topps.com

Topps, the premier trading card brand of Fanatics Collectibles, has launched its highly anticipated Queens of Europe trading card collection. The brand-new mega multipack is being released in time for the UEFA Women’s Champions League quarter and semi-final draws on 7th February.

Featuring the most prestigious women’s footballers from across Europe, fans can collect star names such as 2024’s UEFA Women’s Champions League and Ballon d’Or winner, Aitana Bonmatí. This is set to be the ultimate chase card for 2025’s Queens of Europe set that will be available in 1/10 mega multipacks, offering a rare opportunity for fans to secure an exclusive addition to their collection.

Containing all the top teams and players from this season’s UEFA Women’s UCC: the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League and UEFA Conference League, fans can also bag rare cards including a limited-edition Georgia Stanway card, Manchester City’s Vivianne Miedema, Arsenal’s Alessia Russo, Lyon’s Lindsey Horan and more.

With excitement building ahead of the next round of the UWCL, the mega multipack provides fans with the ultimate opportunity to bolster their collection, trade with friends and uncover ultra-rare, limited-edition cards that could become the crown jewels of their collection.

New updates and subsets will be unveiled in the run up to the UEFA Women’s Euros 2025 in the summer, with Topps rolling out a campaign that will feature some of the biggest names in football, trading card events and videos to inspire and fuel a passion for collectibles.

Scalextric cars and race sets

Hornby Hobbies   •   01843 233 500     www.uk.scalextric.com   •   sales@hornby.com

Available as either a battery- or a mains-powered option, My First Scalextric Let’s Play! has been designed for younger racers. Let’s Play! offers a fun and engaging introduction to the world of slot car racing, perfect for kids aged three and up. With easy-to-use controls and durable cars, this is the ultimate starter kit for budding racers.

For older racers, the C1457M Scalextric Supercar Showdown Race Set and C1458M Fast & Furious Hot Laps Race Set each combine traditional slot racing with the dynamic excitement of retro arcade gaming. The innovative Hot Laps app transforms a smartphone into a lap counter and checkpoint tracker, creating an immersive racing experience, while fans of the Fast & Furious franchise will revel in head-to-head battles featuring Dom Toretto’s Dodge Charger and Brian O’Conner’s Toyota Supra, faithfully reproduced in stunning detail.

Nostalgia lovers can rediscover the classic sci-fi action of Captain Scarlet with two iconic Spectrum vehicles: the C4605 Spectrum Pursuit Vehicle (SPV) and C4641 Spectrum Patrol Car. Historic motorsports and legends are catered to with the C4597 Volvo 850 Estate – BTCC 1994, enabling owners to relive moments from British Touring Car Championship. The C4600 Land Rover Series 1 – HUE 166 celebrates the origins of Land Rover with a model of the first production vehicle, a true piece of British motoring history.

Film-inspired models include the C4573 Dodge Charger (Dom Toretto), the C4591 Toyota Supra (Brian O’Conner) and the C4592 Mazda RX-7 (Dom Toretto). Each car captures the spirit and performance of the Fast & Furious franchise. The range also features iconic thematic car packs, such as the C4601 Gordon Murray Design Genius Twin Car Pack, the C4612A Colin McRae Triple Car Pack, and the C4619A Ken Miles Triple Car Pack.