Teddy Tote Giveaway

A cuddly stuffed bear and carryall sack in one seamless design

While traditionally just a cuddly staple in a child’s life, the teddy bear gets an upgrade with the addition of a built-in tote. Recognizing its comforting effect on kids, the Vermont Teddy Bear Company recently introduced the useful Teddy Tote, giving kids another excuse to bring their beloved bear everywhere. The Teddy Tote looks like a standard stuffed animal but by unzipping its back, a …

Toroflux

A kinetic sculptural toy that turns plastic and metal into a study of beauty and science

Gallery and design store Moss recently reminded us of the exciting and beguiling art toy Toroflux. Created in 2000 by German brothers Jochen and Conrad Valett of Valett Design, the simple tools and construction for the kinetic sculpture consists of a large plastic ring with a slinky-like metal coil wrapped around it. The result though is a surprising example of physics and artistic invention. When …

New Sexcessories

From vibrators with a memory to the ultimate male masturbation device, a round-up of the latest high-tech sex toys

While the vibrator was invented just shortly after Edison created the electric light, it’s only recently that adult toys have begun to fully tap the power of technology. From vibrators that sync with iPods to toys purposefully designed for using in water, the industry is challenging both the way sex toys are designed and the way we think about them. Highlighted below, check out some …