Deely Boppers
Deely Boppers :
Deely Boppers were those naff things you put on your head that consisted of a plastic headband with two springy 'antlers' on. Each 'antler' had coloured sparkly balls, bits of fluff or some other kitsch / tacky object on top and the antlers were sprung so that they wobbled about.
I don't really know whether Deely Boppers were classed as a fashion accessory or as a toy. In fact I still haven't worked out why anyone would wear them at all but for some reason Deely Boppers were very popular when they first came out and are still worn today by drunken people at parties.
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The original fiendishly difficult puzzle,
now with solution guide
The original fiendishly difficult puzzle, invented by Erno Rubik in Hungary and one of the biggest toy crazes ever. In 1982 Hawkin's Bazaar was the first to bring a few cases of the Rubik's Cube to England. Unfortunately 25 years ago we were very small and it wasn't long before a much larger company had the exclusive rights to distribute in the UK. We are very pleased to be offering it again! And now includes a new seven step solution guide.
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About Hawkin's Bazaar
Hawkin's Bazaar has been providing you with unusual gifts, toys and gadgets since 1973. Originally a local toy shop at the Hawk Inn (hence the name), Hawkin's Bazaar now sells things you thought had gone forever and things you never even knew existed. They bring you Pin Art, Morph, Rubik's Cube, Big Trak, Space Hoppers and much more.
Also remembered...
Every girl in my class, including me had at least one crocheted vest in each colour to be worn over turtlenecks and blouses.
...and do you remember these?
- Harrington Jackets
- Tie Dye Clothing
- Wallaby Shoes
- Hot Pants
- Trainers with Big Tongues
- Fergie Bows
- American Tan Tights
- Novelty Men's Forma Shirts (Dress Shirts)
- Hair Crimper
- Reefer Jacket
Comments
Those were pretty popular at one point in my childhood. I remember when I turned 7 my Mom used them as party favours at my birthday party.
MLP 23-Apr-2005, 02:47:12 AM
i remember glowing ones electric ones glitter ones fluffy ones , i remember going to the school disco and it was awash with the things yet again something my mum wouldnt let me have boreing moo
kerry clarke 25-Mar-2006, 08:42:43 PM
My mum's cousin stayed with us, with her two kids, and we bought them each a pair at the park. Her 4 year old son chose ones that were gold sparkly spheres - halfway through the afternoon, his mum noticed that he had taken them off, and was about to sit down on top of them, so she yelled at the top of her voice "Simon, don't sit down, you'll squash your balls!" Needless to say, everyone in the vicinity fell about laughing. That little boy is now married, and in the British Army... how time flies.
Grackle 24-May-2006, 04:55:23 AM
Were called 'Disco'boppers in Ireland, can still be spotted on hen nights.
Aidan 24-May-2006, 01:33:18 PM
i remember getting them at the fair, and also these plastic headbands that had a see through bit on them so you could wear it over your eyes too as sunglasses!!!
DYR 10-May-2007, 03:22:51 AM
We called deely boppers 'happy bobbers' round where I lived. I too remember these things being abundant at fair grounds, and thanks DYR for reminding me of those see-through hair bands. I remember having one, though it was really uncomfortable over my nose and always lay in the wrong place to see through it properly!
vic 07-Jul-2007, 10:16:48 AM
LOL why did I buy thease...and wear 3 together!
cleomarie 30-Aug-2009, 03:06:58 PM