I’ve never been interested in vinyl toys. I mean, they’re cute and everything, but I can’t rationalize paying $50 for a toy. I play with toys in the bathtub (yes, seriously), so why would I want something that’s so expensive I can’t even play with it? Books go on shelves, toys are meant to play. But I might have to reconsider my stance on collector toys thanks to Peskimo and their BambooZoo figures. Peskimo is a UK-based design firm whose character driven illustrations were just begging for toydom. I love their work, and dammit if I don’t love their toys. I’m not hyped on them being sold in the blind though. If I’m paying for it then just let me pick which one I want. Probably the toast guy. Or the weird, sad, blue monster. Or all of them. The good news: for $7.95 each I won’t have any problem playing with them in the bathtub. They are gonna kick my lego guys’ asses.

Peskimo

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