2005 Toy Awards: Best Mini Line

2005 was a good year for mini figures (anything under 4 inches in height).  Of course, there were more lines of Qees, Kubricks and Dunnys than you could shake a stick at.  We chose 3 of our favorite lines of the past year... The world of designer toys took a...

2005 Toy Awards: Best Sculpting

Best Sculpting Most of the figures in the Designer/Vinyl Toy Scene are based on simple designs and sculpts.  However, you do have your occasional intricate piece.  This award is to single those figures (and sculptors) out, because without their hard...

2005 Toy Awards: Best Packaging

Best Packaging Any product that is in plastic clamshell casing is automatically thrown out.  The more twisty ties, the less likely you'll be considered.  Artwork and interesting reading always help.  In 2005, this category was dominated by 3 companies:...