Mon 29 Apr 2013
These beautiful scooter models all available on one site. Among the Lambrettas, Heinkels and Zundapp Bellas are some real beauties with scales of 1:10 and 1:18. The manufacturers are Solido, Schuco and Premium Classixxs. Prices range from 17.90€ and 79.90€ plus VAT.
Tue 23 Apr 2013
Spotted on eBay, one adorable Vespa riding chicken ornament. Believe this is the work of a British designer. Anyone know anything more?
Sun 21 Apr 2013
This is the first respectable looking site I’ve come across that features the pop can scooters. (And here’s some kismet – they’re located in Brighton!) They’re handmade out of recycled cans and have movable steering, rotating wheels and even a working kickstand. You can choose from Coke, Pepsi, Heineken, Tiger Beer, Schwepps Tonic or Schwepps Soda. They measure approximately 18cm x 11cm x 9cm or approximately 7″ X 4.3″ X 3.5″. They cost £9.95 each and come in a gift box made from 100% recycled materials. The site does note that these are not meant to be children’s toys.
Mon 15 Apr 2013
First I had to look up what “Vellutata” meant. Turns out it’s Italian and means “velvety.” There’s a rich sauce called “Vellutata.”
Next I went on the hunt for scooter cart. Turns out this line of HK seems to only be available to the Europeans. (Hisss!) but you can order the cart from them on the American Amazon website for between £5.99 to $15.
So what about the Hello Kitty remote control toy featuring a (gasp!) boyfriend? Well my dear friends, I think it’s also part of the “Vellutata” line but it’ll have to be considered “Rare Swag” for now as I try to find an online source.
Hello Kitty Vellutata Scooter & Ice Cream Cart
Thu 11 Apr 2013
We’ve featured some scootering chefs in the past but this is quite the bonanza.
The first three photos feature the chefs made by Benzara. They are made out of “polystone” and cost around $39.95 for the set. I wasn’t able to find the trio in a set but now you know what to look for.
The other chefs are made by Bon Appetit and are a bit trickier to find.
Speaking of tricks, I like to use Google Alerts as well as eBay Saved Searches to hunt down treasures.
Thanks to Cassie for these finds!
Tue 9 Apr 2013
Well darn it anyway. Lost an eBay auction for this ornament so I can’t tell you who made it or find a source for everyone to get their own. Anybody have any hints? These would make incredible wedding favors and/or table decorations for weddings.
Thu 4 Apr 2013
Not only is she clearly a mod but she has a pet cat which is a very progressive pet for a mouse to have … don’t you think?
The first photo shows Minnie on a remote control scooter, the second photo shows a jigsaw puzzle with her beau Mickey and the third is Minnie on a smaller scooter toy with lots of accessories and said cat.
The RC scooter seems to be only available in Europe while the puzzle falls into the category of “rare swag” as I didn’t find a good online source for it. Try searching “Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Scooter 35pc Jigsaw Puzzle.” The smaller toy scooter is more widely available.
Love the name of Minnie’s line of toys — “Bow-tique” !
Minnie Remote Control Scooter – £32.99
Fisher-Price Disney’s Minnie’s Motor Scooter – $17
Tue 12 Mar 2013
Here’s a shiny silver scooter that shouldn’t ever give you problems. Unless you drop it on your foot. Measures approximately W 14 x D 27 x H 20 cm. It’s £29.90. Not bad for a bit of modern art.
Thanks to Hannes for this find.
Sun 3 Mar 2013
Dear Paper Modelers and Puzzlers: Ready for a challenge? Designer Papero has created these two scooter models for you to tackle. (Check out the photo of the motorcycle model in an unmade state to get a sense of the difficulty and detail.) Made of recycled card and paper and soy oil based ink, even the wheels spin. The scooters each measure approximately 8cm X 12cm X 4.5cm. The kit ships from the UK for £17.50.
Here’s a description from Papero:
“Every aspect of this Papero paper model is beautifully designed. Start with the pre-cut eco-friendly paper ‘blueprints’. Consider where each element will go, then use pen, paint or pencil to colour them in. Pop out the pieces and assemble them together. The result is an incredibly detailed model. It helps children learn about 3D structures and develop co-ordination—but grown-ups will find hours of quiet joy in it too. And the smartest part? There’s no need for scissors, knives or adhesive, so no one’s going to glue their fingers together. Pure genius.”
Thanks to Alice D. for this unusual find!
Thu 21 Feb 2013
“Joe Bar Team” is a French comics series about two wheeled commuters and all the things they encounter just getting around. Of course one of the characters rides a scooter. This model is hand painted, measures approximately 4″ tall and costs 14 Euro.
Thanks to Cassie for this find!
