The Bedazzler

The Bedazzler is a home appliance which is used to fasten rhinestones, studs and patches to material, clothes and accessories.

The Bedazzler first appeared in the 1970s as a direct marketing product. It was developed by NSI Innovations in the United States. It is promoted through Television infomercials, most recently by Tana Goertz of “The Apprentice” fame. Click here to watch a commercial »

Lightning Bug “Glo-Juice”

Paint that glows in the dark! This is a little before my time, so I’m confident that others can explain it better. Click here to watch a commercial from the 60′s »

Babar

Babar is an animated television series produced in Canada by Nelvana Limited and The Clifford Ross Company. It premiered in 1989 on CBC and HBO, subsequently was rerun on HBO Family. The series is based on Jean de Brunhoff’s original Babar books, and was Nelvana’s first international co-production. The series’ 78 episodes have been broadcast in 30 languages in over 150 countries. Episodes of Babar currently air on NBC during the weekends, via Qubo. Click here to watch the intro »

Puffy Googly Eyed Stickers

When was the last time you have seen these? Honestly? If you are a teacher, you don’t count…

Press Your Luck

Press Your Luck is an American television daytime game show. It premiered on September 19, 1983 on CBS and ended on September 26, 1986. In the show, contestants collected “spins” by answering trivia questions and then used the spins on an 18-space game board to win cash and prizes. The person who amassed the most in cash and prizes at the end of the game won. Peter Tomarken was the show’s host and Rod Roddy was the primary announcer. Click here to read more and watch a clip from the show »