Play Date

I find vintage toys really interesting and love the simplicity of toys past (too many toys today are made from plastic, covered in flashing lights, and make loud noises). What ever happened to a basic box that turned into a princesses castle or a can that turned into a telephone?

When I read about the Victoria & Albert Museum of Childhood (containing the worlds largest toy collection) in London, I thought it could be really interesting and it didn't disappoint!

"Super Boys"; V&A Museum of Childhood; London, UK; Photo by El. K. B.

Oh my goodness, please (!) let me have boys as amazing as these two one day! They made me smile and look at those classic super hero costumes... it made me laugh out loud... that's right, I didn't "lol"... I literally laughed heartily at this display. The museum was smart to mix the toys with photos of children idolizing or using the toys; it made it all very personal and nostalgic.

The exhibition of toys ranged from very old...

Victorian Doll; V&A Museum of Childhood;
London, UK; Photo By El. K. B.

....To very new, modern toys!

Contemporary Blocks; V&A Museum of Childhood; London, UK; Photo By El. K. B.

A toy museum wouldn't be complete without some toys that are sure to send chills... what is it with toys having a slightly creepy feel to them? Maybe it was Chucky that started this... or all the scary clown movies of the 80's but this little lady wears a look of judgement that is sure to make the strongest of wills feel inadequate while in her sights...

Judgement Doll; V&A Museum of Childhood; London, UK; Photo by El. K. B.

Or how about this one? She's peering into my soul, I have goosebumps!! And what's with the pelvis crank??!!

Scary Doll; V&A Museum of Childhood; London, UK; Photo By El. K. B.

So weird hey?!

All-in-all though, I would seriously suggest this to anyone interesting in a trip down memory lane and a bit of light hearted relief from the classical history museums.

Hugs!
El.