tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9248824397490774962024-03-14T14:20:31.728+00:00Toyjeanius BlogThe Toyjeanius Blog is home to current special offers and the latest discount codes to use at Toyjeanius.co.uk, the top kid's toy shop. Information and reviews about all the children's toys and baby toys available to buy from Toyjeanius.Toyjeaniushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00418493120307218089noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-924882439749077496.post-39604437042831313182011-07-11T17:35:00.002+01:002011-07-11T17:37:02.957+01:00I'm a toy genius and so are these six families!!Last night i dreamt that all 6 of our chosen <a href="http://www.toyjeanius.co.uk/are-you-a-toy-genius-165-c.asp">toy reviewers</a> turned us down flat!! Quite why they would do that when we have such a wonderful assortment of toys is beyond me, but that's what happened!<br />
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The big tease in me had planned to announce one name every hour, but in the end I just couldn't do it especially as one lovely lady had already tweeted that she was looking forward to our news. It really made my day to be able to tell <a href="http://www.edspire.co.uk/">Edspire</a> that we wanted her to be a toy genius!! We can't wait to see what her gorgeous twins make of the toys we will send.<br />
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Our next choice is <a href="http://missielizzie-meandmyshadow.blogspot.com/">Me and my shadow</a> - I have always loved this blog and especially Magpie Monday. It was the pomander story that finally made my mind up - I laughed so much i cried!! I've been told i'm bonkers so I think we'll get along just fine :)<br />
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The next name out of the bag was <a href="http://jessiescrazykitchen.blogspot.com/">The Crazy Kitchen</a> and they are already one step ahead of me with a fab blog post and facebook update! They were so quick to display our badge that i have to admit to doing a funny little dance around my laptop! I am so looking forward to reading their reviews!<br />
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I requested a drum roll before announcing the next name! It was of course the one and only <a href="http://www.theboyandme.co.uk/">TheBoyandMe</a>. I have made no secret of the fact that I LOVE this blog and anyone who hasn't yet read it is really missing out! TheBoyandMe wrote our first 'proper' review - it was the first review of our toys that made me think I really wanted to buy that toy! Be warned though she occasionally uses big words as she's also a teacher (i have had to consult a dictionary before now!)<br />
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Next up was the lovely <a href="http://brinkofbedlam.co.uk/">Brink of Bedlam</a> who is one of the friendliest people i have ever met on twitter. I was so thrilled when she said she would like to review for us as it was totally unexpected! A little bird told me about her fab vlogs and we will have everything crossed that one of our toys makes a vlogging appearance before too long!!<br />
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Last out of the bag was <a href="http://chocorangecitymum.com/">Choc Orange City Mum</a>. Her blog is a mixture of just about everything - children, holidays, food and so much more! She is also expecting a baby in November which means we will have our very own toy genius to review some of our gorgeous baby toys and comforters!<br />
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I will sending a different toy to each family in the next few days and can't wait to read their reviews!<br />
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Article: <a href="http://www.toyjeanius.co.uk/blog-article-shape-sorting-toys-162-c.asp">Toyjeanius recommends shape sorting toys as a fun educational toy for toddlers.</a><br />
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<div align="center"></div>Toyjeaniushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00418493120307218089noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-924882439749077496.post-59608568394313003422010-09-26T17:06:00.001+01:002010-09-26T17:07:45.752+01:00Haba Blocks - why every toy box should have some!No toy box is complete without some <a href="http://www.toyjeanius.co.uk/toy-building-blocks-132-c.asp">Haba blocks</a>! From the moment you open the box (which is attractive in it's own right, but i'll leave that for now) you will fall in love with these unusual building blocks - and that's just the parents! Take a good look mums and dads, because once you give them to your children you will never get the opportunity to play with them again. You might think that one building block is much the same as any other, but almost every Haba block is different. We love that about them - the variety of shapes and colours is fantastic and there really is no limit to the number of different buildings you can create. Each Haba block is made from the smoothest beech wood and although the colours are the most vibrant we have seen yet on wooden toys, they are achieved using only non toxic stains and lacquers. I don't want to start throwing them around - they are almost too beautiful to play with - but I am assured by parents that they stand up to repeated throwing, dropping and chewing!<br />
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If you follow Toyjeanius at Twitter you've probably heard us mention <a href="http://www.toyjeanius.co.uk/im-toy-117-c.asp">I'm Toy</a> more than a few times already, but as we haven't blogged in ages we thought it would be a good time to show them off here too! <a href="http://www.toyjeanius.co.uk/wooden-toys-116-c.asp">Wooden toys</a> in general are proving to be extremely popular with our customers, and lots are attracted to the colourful fun activity toys designed by wooden toy company I'm Toy. </div>
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Two of our favourite toys from the current I'm Toys range are the Geo sort n drum roller, and wooden alphabet blocks . To discover a 10% discount code to use at Toyjeanius just watch this short video showcasing another of our favourites: I'm Toy Tutti Tune Bench.</div>
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There are so many diffferent toy pirate ships, that it took a while for us to pick our favourite. In the end it was a unanimous choice and we voted for Plan Toys wooden pirate ship. The attention to detail is amazing and everything the crew needs is included with the ship. Accessories include cannons, barrels, anchor, treasure chest, flags, sails and a rowing boat. All <a href="http://www.toyjeanius.co.uk/plan-toys-118-c.asp">Plan Toys</a> are made from sustainable rubberwood, making them truly green toys. The quality and workmanship of their toys is extraordinary, ensuring that they will last for years and can be passed from one generation to the next. </div>
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For all the budding firemen out there we have got some fantastic new fire engine toys in the shop. For tiny hands we have a range of mini vehicles from green toy company Plan Toys. The chunky wooden fire engine is one of our favourites, and our young toy testers have been putting them through their paces this week. The Plan Toys mini fire engine has a rotating fire ladder; twist it around and it makes a clicking sound. The fire hose also spins around and there is a jingly bell to let people know you are on your way to another emergency call! Aside from looking good, these toys are very sturdily built - our testers have been whizzing them around this week and even after one took a detour down an entire flight of stairs it was good as new!<br />
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The I'm Toy Walker Wagon Fire Engine is the most beautiful baby walker we have seen in a while. Made to look like a fire engine, even the handle has been designed to look like a ladder. This clever design feature makes it easy for babies to pull themselves up rung by rung. The fire engine also doubles up as a toy box, which should encourage small children to tidy up at the end of the day.<br />
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For a fire engine themed toy that will keep your childs attention at different stages in their development, then the I'm Toy Fire Engine Work Bench is just perfect. This fantastic toy is a wooden pull along fire engine that becomes a <a href="http://www.toyjeanius.co.uk/shape-sorting-toys-119-c.asp">shape sorter</a>. And as if that wasn't enough, older children will have great fun using the wooden tools and accessories to build the fire engine ladder on the construction work bench.<br />
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Round shapes are the easiest to master, and it is best to start with toys that have just a few basic shapes. This will build your child's confidence and encourage them to persevere when they come across shapes that need a bit more manouvering before they will fit through the hole! Shape sorting toys with additional features will capture the attention of younger children who may otherwise discard the toy before they get the knack of posting the shapes. We particularly like the I'm Toy Geo Sort n Drum Roller - a beautiful chunky wooden toy made from sustainable rubber-wood that combines a simple first shape sorter with a drum. Another favourite is the Plan Toys pull along Sorting Bus. This wooden toy from green toy company Plan Toys combines a shape sorter, pull along toy and push along toy in one great product. Small children will love the bright colours, removable bus driver and tipping action!<br />
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Our youngest entrant was the four year old son of one of our followers at Twitter, Piperty. He's obviously a big Sonic fan, but we hope that he likes Peppa Pig too! </div>
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The judges were all agreed that 5 year old Alex should win a prize, as everyone thought his poem was very funny! (one of the judges even snorted with laughter just like Daddy Pig!) He was also 1 of only 2 entrants to include a Peppa Pig character in his poem!</div>
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Well done to all our competition winners, and thankyou to everyone else who sent us their poems and stories! They were all fantastic and the judges had a really hard time choosing the winners!</div>Toyjeaniushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00418493120307218089noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-924882439749077496.post-66616002823101405012010-02-14T21:35:00.003+00:002010-03-02T08:11:23.247+00:00Toyjeanius Competition Winner!Just 18 days ago we announced on our Facebook page that we would be giving our first 100 fans the chance to <a href="http://www.toyjeanius.co.uk/">win £30 of toys from Toyjeanius</a>. By pure coincidence we ended up with a Valentines Day draw and one <a href="http://www.facebook.com/toyjeanius/posts/304697824286">lucky winner</a> has been chosen at random! <br />
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Congratulations to Kim from Devon (and her children!) who are our lucky competition winners this month!<br />
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Make sure you hear about all our competitions, special offers and discount codes by following us at <a href="http://www.twitter.com/toyjeanius">www.twitter.com/toyjeanius</a>, become a fan of <a href="http://www.facebook.com/toyjeanius">www.facebook.com/toyjeanius</a> and bookmark our blog and toy shop!!<br />
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If you are a competition winner we'd love to see pictures of your children with their toys! Or get them to send us a review...good or bad!!Toyjeaniushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00418493120307218089noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-924882439749077496.post-58182491250472671962010-02-14T16:04:00.000+00:002010-02-14T16:04:22.984+00:00Valentines Day Cupcake ChallengeEverwhere i look today i keep seeing mention of the <a href="http://englishmum.com/2010/02/08/the-great-cupcake-challenge/">Great Cupcake Challenge</a> and i know my daughter would never forgive me if i didn't give her a mention! My 17 year old is the Queen of cupcakes and is in charge of making cakes for the whole family (although i think i may have to make one for her 18th!). She decided to celebrate Valentines Day by making this GIANT cupcake....hands up who wants a piece;-)<br />
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The easiest way to keep up with our daily offers is by following us at <a href="http://www.twitter.com/toyjeanius">Twitter</a> , where you can also send us a direct message with your requests.Toyjeaniushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00418493120307218089noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-924882439749077496.post-20370362062924087732009-02-10T22:49:00.003+00:002010-02-04T11:28:17.811+00:00New cheaper delivery charges at ToyjeaniusWe have tried various methods of calculating delivery charges - until this week we have been charging based on the total weight of the parcel. This proved popular with customers buying small toys, but less so with people buying lots of toys in one go! As of this week we are trying something new and standard delivery to most UK mainland addresses is now just £4.95 regardless of the size and weight of the order! Visit our <a href="http://www.toyjeanius.co.uk/delivery-3-w.asp">delivery information</a> page for further information and details of the postcodes excluded from this offer.Toyjeaniushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00418493120307218089noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-924882439749077496.post-64734422952773547212009-02-05T21:30:00.003+00:002010-02-04T11:27:20.572+00:00http://twitter.com/ToyjeaniusKeep in touch with the latest news from Toyjeanius at twitter!<br />
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We will be adding details of new stock as it is added to the shop and running special offers and competitions!Toyjeaniushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00418493120307218089noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-924882439749077496.post-9969300885227109682008-05-28T18:55:00.010+01:002012-06-08T21:46:13.708+01:00Toyjeanius - an introductionWell, here goes....the first post on the Toyjeanius blog! Thought i'd start just by saying hello and telling you a bit about us.<br />
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<a href="http://www.toyjeanius.co.uk/">Toyjeanius</a> is a family run business based in Hertfordshire, and consists of me (Jean), my partner Chris, my mum and my 3 children who would never forgive me if i mentioned their names (i'll slip them in at a later date when they aren't looking!) We sell mainly online, but you can occasionally find us at car boot sales when the weather is nice!<br />
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We have in stock a huge selection of toys catering for all budgets, with something for everyone from babies to teens (and even adults!). To keep our prices low we sell a mixture of brand new toys, new toys in damaged packaging and toys that have had very light use and are still in excellent as new condition. Some of the toys we sell are catalogue and high street shop returns, and these are all tested by us before selling them (this is the bit of the job that we like best!)<br />
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We'll be using the blog to highlight some of our favourite toys, special offers and new additions to the website. To get summer off to a swing we are currently offering a 10% discount on all orders placed using the discount code summer10.<br />
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