Sunset Key Chains

Peanuts Gang

2011-12-17T19:08:00.000-08:00

As a kid you knew it was getting close to Christmas when the Trilogy was shown on TV, and no I’m not talking about Star Wars or Lord of The Rings. When ‘The Kid’ was growing up it was all about the Peanuts gang! I enjoyed reading the funny papers, but it was the TV shows that sealed the deal. There was nothing better than watching “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown”. I still think that Linus will one day see the Great Pumpkin.

Then you knew it was time for the official countdown to Christmas, when Mom informed you that “Charlie Brown Thanksgiving” was on tonight. It still kind of annoys me that Lucy pulls the football away from Charlie Brown, that is just not right.

The end game, Santa time was when the “A Charlie Brown Christmas” special showed up on the TV! Who can forget Snoopy decorating his doghouse? Life was a lot simpler back then. I still try to watch the shows every year, but it seems like my life is always too busy to catch all three.

The History of the Yo-Yo

2010-08-03T19:45:00.000-07:00

Did you know that the yoyo or yo-yo is considered the second oldest toy in history, the oldest being the doll? Neither did I! Apparently, the yo-yo has been around for over 2500 years.

In ancient Greece, the toy was made of wood, metal and terra cotta and decorated with pictures of Greek gods. Over the years, the yo-yo has been known by many names. The British called the yoyo the bandalore, quiz or the Prince of Wales toy. The French used the name incroyable or l'emigrette. However, yo-yo is a Tagalog word, the native language of the Philippines, and means "come back".

People in the United States started playing with the British bandalore in the 1860s. It was not until the 1920s that Americans first heard the word yoyo when Pedro Flores, a Philippine immigrant, began manufacturing a toy labeled with that name. Flores became the first person to mass-produce toy yoyos, at his small toy factory located in California.

When D.F. Duncan saw the Flores toy, he liked it and bought the rights from Flores in 1929. Duncan then trademarked the name Yo-Yo. Duncan's first contribution to yoyo technology was the slip string, consisting of a sliding loop around the axle instead of a knot. With this revolutionary improvement, the yoyo could do a trick called "sleep" for the first time. The original shape, first introduced to the United States was the imperial or standard shape. Duncan introduced the butterfly shape, a design that reverses the halves of a traditional imperial yoyo. The butterfly allowed the player to catch the yoyo on the string easily, good for certain tricks.

The first Duncan Yo-Yo was the O-Boy Yo-Yo Top, the toy with a big kick for all ages. Duncan's massive factory produced 3,600 of the toys every hour making the factory's hometown of Luck, Wisconsin the YoYo Capital of the World. Yoyo sales reached its highest peak in 1962, when Duncan Yo-Yo sold 45 million units. Unfortunately, this 1962 hike in sales led to the end of Donald Duncan's Company. Advertising and production costs far outstripped even the sudden increase in sales revenues. This bankruptcy allowed Duncan to finally cut the strings and sell his interest in the yoyo. The Flambeau Plastic Company bought the name Duncan and all the company's trademarks, they began producing their line of all plastic yoyos soon after. The yoyo continues today, its latest honor is being the first toy in outer space!

Wonder Woman

2010-07-21T19:15:00.000-07:00

Did you grow up watching Lynda Carter spin in a circle and transform into Wonder Woman ready to fight crime and correct the wrongs of the world? I always wanted her powers and continually wondered how she managed to stay put in that tiny little outfit!

As an adult, I want to feel powerful everyday in the numerous roles of my life. These great Wonder Woman items are my secret weapon for feeling that power. Their whimsical nature bring me back to my youth and remind me that I can achieve anything!

Our first keychain

2010-07-13T19:41:00.000-07:00

We are often asked, what was the first keychain that you guys sold. Well back in 2004, our first products were novelty tool keychains.

Check out the pliers and hammer keychains that we used to sell. We long ago stopped carrying the tool keychains as we moved our focus to officially licensed sports key chains.

Well it is six years later and we are pleased to announce that we have brought back the pliers and hammer keychains. Only these are made out of Stainless Steel and multi function to boot!

The Hammer Keychain is a 7 tools in 1 Key Chain. You will never be without pliers, claw, knife, bottle opener, screwdriver, wire cutter or a hammer ever again!

The Pliers Keychain is a 5 tools in 1 Key Chain. Who doesn’t need pliers, knife, bottle opener, screwdriver, and a wire cutter all on a key chain!

Want to be the coolest mom on the block?

2010-07-10T16:42:00.000-07:00

If you have kids, they are probably invited to several parties a year. With every party attended, your child comes home with a goody bag of some sort. Some are packed with candy. Others contain toys or trinkets that are broken before you even get home.

For your child's next party, put together a goody bag that is a testament to the great mom that you are! Themed birthday parties are no problem. Check out the cool toys and games at Sunset Key Chains. You will be hailed as the BEST MOM EVER and you won't break the bank. The Mini Etch a Sketch and UNO party favors make a great gifts.

Crazy for Magnets!

2010-07-08T19:57:00.000-07:00

If you are a busy mom like me, then your refrigerator is probably covered with calendars, notes, to do lists, and of course, your child's best art work!

Check out the great refrigerator magnet section at Sunset Key Chains. These super strong magnets will help keep all those notes and to do lists in place.

Now, I can look organized even when my life is out of control, with Tiny Mighties Magnets and Stop Me Before I Volunteer Again Magnetic Notepad.

The Magic of Disney

2010-07-03T17:11:00.000-07:00

About six months ago, I took my 3 year old son to Disney World and it was magical for both of us. It truly is the happiest place on earth and my memories of that day are etched in my mind. Carrying Tinkerbell, Pooh or Mickey with me every day reminds me of that great day.

Carry a little Disney magic with you every day. It will make you smile.

Anne Taintor

2010-06-27T16:15:00.000-07:00

I consider myself a smart and relatively sophisticated woman. Like most of the women I know, I battle everyday to balance my work life with my family life. I grew up believing that I could “have it all”, but NO ONE told me how hard it would be! Life is hard. Finding the humor in every situation and sharing that humor with my girlfriends, makes it easier. I love the retro look of Anne Taintor items and the voice they give to every woman’s secret thoughts. Key chains, magnets, compact mirrors and note pads are great gifts for all my female friends. I can always find the perfect item to express our shared female frustrations! If you love smart humor and retro graphics, check out these items by Anne Taintor.
of course it buys happiness Keychain	my garden kicks ass Keychain


You be Thelma. I'll be Louise. Keychain	looking for trouble? Look no further... Keychain

Toy Story 3

2010-06-13T08:15:00.001-07:00

Toy Story 3 is scheduled for release to theaters on June 18, 2010. We have just received our first shipment of Buzz Lightyear and Woody pewter keychains!
Buzz Lightyear Pewter Key Chain	Woody Pewter Key Chain

Anne Taintor Compact Mirrors

2010-05-28T20:35:00.000-07:00

We now carry Anne Taintor Compact Mirrors. When your inner beauty is in need of a touch-up, Anne Taintor's stylish Compacts (with regular mirror and magnifying mirror) are just what the beautician ordered!
Armed and Dangerous Compact Mirror	maybe I want to look cheap Compact Mirror


Anne Taintor has been making smart people (and you know who you are...) smile since 1985.

2010-05-26T18:50:00.000-07:00

May is almost over, where did this month ago. Just a reminder that all of our Purse Hangers our on sale for the rest of the month, and don't forget all orders ship for FREE! to U.S. addresses. Fashion meets Function. Our foldable purse hangers feature a chain hook that wraps around itself to minimize the space within a purse and the utility of the piece. A pouch is included to store your purse hanger. Keep your bag off the floor!
Paisley Floral Purse Hanger	Dragonfly Purse Hanger


Just say no to bagteria!