The 1950s was a decade of great change, and was also known as the golden age of television, with television becoming a huge influence on what to wear and buy.

Rock and Roll led to fun times and fashion became more relaxed.

The Forties was a decade dominated by the Second World War, which had a profound and everlasting effect on the whole world.

Childhoods were changed and family lives vastly altered as thousands of children were evacuated from the cities during The Blitz, separated from their families, and sent to live in the safety of the countryside, often with no more than a few clothes, and their one favourite toy.

Life still continued however, but everyone had to become more inventive and use their imagination more.

The 1930’s in Australia were very tough, much like most of the industrialised world, with years of high unemployment, poverty and low profits. It wasn’t all doom and gloom though …

Amaze the eyes with brilliant colours and patterns with the classic Schylling design. These beautifully illustrated tin kaleidoscopes continue to dazzle all who lay their eyes on them, and little hands always make a beeline for them in store.

Our Jacob’s Ladder is a traditional wood and lace click-clack toy and is a timeless classic, and a perfect edition to any toy collection. The Jacob’s Ladder is the original fidget spinner, perfect for busy hands.