Thing-a-majig
Every now and then I come across an idea so smart it makes me go “Doh!” (think Homer Simpson) “I wish I had thought of that!” Such is the case with Thing of the Month, a site packed with subscription based clubs in an excellent (and ever growing) selection of interest areas. Take for example the 12 month Flying Objects Club - once a month for an entire year a package arrives at your doorstep containing some freekin’ fantastic flying toy, be it a bird glider, a frisbee, a kite, a rocket, an airplane - all of which can take to the air and fly. Most of the clubs are kid-focused, although I tell you there are several I would love to subscribe to. Whether your passion is crafting, science, board games, robots, paper automata models or great toys for your toddlers there is a club for you. Come on, what kid (big or little) wouldn’t love receiving mail like this every month!
Depending on the interests of the recipient and the size of your pocketbook, you can select from 4, 6 and 12 month clubs or buy the items individually. OR if you’re a little impatient and want, say, all of the kits in the 6 month Origami Club right now - there’s an express option just for you. Below is just a partial sampling of the available clubs:
Simply leave a comment on this blog post by 11:59 pm this Wenesday the 22nd. I’ll select one member at random and announce the winner on Thursday. Easy, right?
August 20th, 2007 at 12:06 am
Grand Poohbah, you always come up with the coolest stuff, but you have outdone yourself this time.
August 20th, 2007 at 5:37 am
What a great concept. And so many of these are appealing. WOW!
August 20th, 2007 at 6:02 am
I love that these toys seem to be high-quality and thought-encouraging… so not typical nowadays.
August 20th, 2007 at 6:20 am
What a great idea! Each club is cuter than the last!
August 20th, 2007 at 6:58 am
well there’s my christmas shopping done! thanks grand poobah!
August 20th, 2007 at 7:28 am
Oh, man, I *love* things like this! Guaranteed good mail at least once a month? Too cool. I think my pocketbook will be a lot lighter after today…
August 20th, 2007 at 7:36 am
Wow. The photos of these animal sets are amazing. I love the elephants and the giraffes. Gorgeous.
August 20th, 2007 at 9:11 am
The animal families are exactly the sort of objects I plan to make available for my little one once he’s old enough. Very Montessori! And I may have to sign up for the little musicians club too, so maybe he’ll keep his hands off Dad’s guitar. Right!
August 20th, 2007 at 9:47 am
My boys would love these!
August 20th, 2007 at 11:49 am
This website is so awesome! I have two babies (4 and 2) and I love finding wonderful products and ideas for them. Have a lovely day!
August 20th, 2007 at 6:15 pm
I’ve browsed nearly every link on the Jr Society blog since its inception. I love your marketing ploy, pulling praise from the silent masses, with tempting treats! I confess, I’m striving to win the “Bestest Auntie Evar” medal, and your assistance is mightily appreciated. Keep up the good work!
August 20th, 2007 at 10:54 pm
These animals remind me of the figurines my dentist used to give to us after a checkup when I was a kid. He would let us take one from a big jar on his desk! I love the idea of these being monthly installments - great idea!
August 21st, 2007 at 8:10 am
What an awesome collection - yes! We want to be members of these clubs since they are cool, cool, cool. My twins are crazy for pandas - and all animals, really. I love the photos since they’re reminiscent of dioramas in the dusty hidden parts of Natural History museums. Thanks for hosting a great contest.
August 21st, 2007 at 11:33 am
Okay, this is kind of fantastic. I may have to sign up for the Little Musicians Club since we already have 3 of the Toddler Toy Club items. What a great idea.