Category: Newest Toy Reviews

What is the Pad Creator Instant Print Tablet ?

Canal Toys says:

The Pad Creator Instant Print Tablet is more than a tablet—it’s a complete creative studio. With six inspiring modes, kids can take 5MP photos, record HD videos, draw, add stickers, insert text, images and design cards or collages using a wide range of built-in templates. They can even explore safely online with a secure, child-friendly search engine to find ideas and content to enrich their projects.

Using the vibrant 8” touchscreen and stylus, they can instantly print their creations, save to the gallery or print to keep and share with friends and family.

More than just a tablet, the Pad Creator is a 6-in-1 creative studio that enables kids to draw, design, film, journal and print instantly. Featuring an 8” touchscreen, stylus, and built-in thermal printer, children can transform ideas into physical creations in seconds—no ink required. With over 250 prints possible and a secure, kid-friendly search function, it offers a safe and expansive environment for creativity and exploration.

In The Box

• 1 Tablet with built in printer
• 1 Stylus pen
• 1 USB cable
• 4 Paper rolls
• 1 Sticker Sheet
• 1 Instruction manual

What Did We Think?

Canal Toys Pad Creator Instant Print Camera

This is a complete kids creative studio, where they can then instantly print their designs to keep forever. The six different modes let children take great quality photos with the 5MP camera, they can record videos in lovely HD and then add stickers, change the text and create their own designs with the templates that are built into the software.

There is a child friendly search engine for peace of mind, and lets them look for and find ideas to kick off their own inspirational imaginings, to make lovely original artwork of their own. The stylus is a decent length at 8 inches and is easy to hold and use on the tablet. Saving creations is nice and easy, and printing out lets them share with friends and family.

The six modes that come with the tablet are:

• Explore Photo/Video
• Drawing/Design
• Instant Print
• Secret Journal
• Creative Projects
• Kids Search modes to snap, design, journal, print, create, and explore.

These toys for children now, are far more advanced than the gadgets for grown ups a few years back. There really is no limit to the imaginations for our growing kids nowadays. Really handy and great for enquiring minds that enjoy drawing and printing out their creations.

Where To Find The Pad Creator Instant Print Camera

This has been used non stop since it arrived at the kiddies destination. A great price for a lovely wee set to keep little hands busy. The little one wanted to take it to school and show what it can do.

• Smyths Toys
• Amazon (Aff Link)

Adult supervision always recommended for gadgets which access social media content. Scottish Mum Blog is not affiliated with Canal Toys. This review is our opinion as recipients of the Pad Creator.

Edit

What Is the AI Camera for Kids?

myFirst

Designed specifically for young minds aged 5-12, Camera 50 makes it easier than ever for children to transform everyday moments into creative masterpieces, all with the help of AI. The inclusion of myDiary and our myFirst Circle app fosters good mental health practices from an early age by allowing them to better express themselves, and provide a safe space for them to store their video journal entries and share their stories.

Why Integrate AI in myFirst Camera 50?

Camera 50 makes video editing easy and fun for kids!

Our AI helps kids create amazing videos without the hassle. With simple tools and cool effects, they can add their own touch with stickers, drawings, and even their own voice!

Cultivating Young Storytellers with AI

Help kids become filmmakers and vloggers! Our camera teaches them storytelling, boosts confidence, and lets them explore their creative side. It’s a safe and fun way to learn about making videos without needing a phone.

In The Box

• myFirst AI Kids Camera
• Charging Cable
• Instructions
• Stickers
• Lanyard
• Hand Strap
• SIM Card

What Did We Think?

myFirst AI Camera for Kids

This is a genius little gadget for kids. I hadn’t heard about this before, and there’s a lot going on with this straight out of the box. The fact that the camera has a built in battery that can be charged by a cable, really makes products like this stand out from the crowd. There are lots of built in features and we haven’t really got completely in to everything it can do.

For a camera for children, adding AI is a sensible thing to do, as youngsters nowadays are growing up with tech that my generation wouldn’t have even thought about, let alone imagine. There is also a built in video diary with a pin code protecting it, for all those enthusiasts who are a little older and want a modern way or recording their thoughts and creations.

There is a child friendly safe social circle included for introduction to social media. The camera has a selfie light that allows youngsters to be like mum or dad or their older friends and siblings, with a grown up dedicated selfie taking shutter button with 1080P Video Recording, which is fairly decent. There’s wifi connection and instant sharing for friends that are connected, other gadgets and mum and dad.

The camera specs are 20MB on the back camera, and 16MP on the selfie lens. That is whopping. Included, there is also 1GB RAM, 16GB storage space on the included memory card and that can be expanded up to a huge 128GB memory card and an enormous amount of space.

Oh my gosh, there is just sooo much to say about this little camera. I think we could write a book about how well youngsters can learn the world of video editing, content creation and making something that can also be set to music, the same way that grown ups do, but in a safe way. This is a very high quality piece of kit for kids to use. We are seriously impressed with it and still haven’t scratched the surface of the capabilities.

The camera needs to use the app to get the best out of all the features while setting it up.

How To Use The myFirst Camera 50

There is so much to this little camera, that I’ve popped on a video from My First Tech to help with it. The app is fairly simple once we get past the userid stage. That confused us for a minute or two.

Where To Find The myFirst Camera 50 with AI Compatability?

This has been used non stop since it arrived at the kiddies destination. A great price for a lovely wee set to keep little hands busy.

• My First Tech
• £99 as at May 2026

What Is the Creamy Deco Baby Series?

Canal Toys says

Creamy Deco Collectible Custom Babies: A Creative, Screen-Free Activity Parents Can Feel Good About

If you’re looking for a fun, hands-on activity that encourages creativity away from screens, Creamy Deco Collectible Custom Babies offer a fresh take on collectible play that children can truly make their own.

Designed with creativity and self-expression in mind, this new range blends the excitement of surprise collectibles with an easy, guided crafting experience that parents can confidently introduce at home.

In The Box

• 1 Blister of Decorations
• 1 Charm
• 1 Collectable Character with Keychain
• 1 Heart Shaped Stand
• 1 Collection Card
• 1 Decoration Tool
• 1 Tube of Decoration Frosting & Nozzle

What Did We Think?

Creamy Deco Baby Series 1

This has proved to be more of a hit than expected. Who knew that these creamy deco babies are the toast of pre teens birthday parties. Not me for sure, but apparently they’re all the rage right now in under 10’s and make a great little gift top up for a little one at £6.99 each.

In the set, everything needed is included. one little baby figure out of a possible 12 to collect, means that little ones can just get stuck right in with the tools, creams and sparkly decorations. A nice easy set to use for cold and rainy days. Each child can make their own little figure shine, using just their imagination and helps with fine motor skills and hand-eye co-ordination.

The deco baby is done in three easy steps to follow. The baby is put onto the little sweetheart stand, frosted with the cream and decorated with sprinkles and charms.

Any little activity that keeps wee ones away from screen time is a good thing. Once the little deco baby is finished, it can be attached to a keychain and be displayed on bags, clothes or even a gift for granny’s keys.

There are 12 to collect, and apparently there is a Glitzy Baby that’s super rare and only found on unboxing a creamy deco baby.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Canal Toys (@canaltoysglobal)

Where To Find The Creamy Babies?

This has been used non stop since it arrived at the kiddies destination. A great price for a lovely wee set to keep little hands busy.

• Smyths
• Amazon (aff link)
• £6.99 as at May 2026

What Is the Art Lab Watercolour Case?

Canal Toys says

The Watercolour Case includes everything needed to create detailed artwork in one compact, easy-to-use set. With 6 watercolour paints, 12 paper sheets and a range of creative tools, it’s designed to help explore different techniques and build confidence with painting.

The case also works as a practical storage solution and workstation, helping keep everything organised and mess-free. Follow the included guide or create your own designs, then display your artwork at home or give it as a thoughtful gift.

Bring out your inner artist!

In The Box

• 1 Art Case
• 6 Watercolour paints
• 1 Brush
• 1 double-tip marker pen
• 1 Pencil
• 12 Watercolor sheets
• 3 Stencils
• 1 Eraser
• 1 Sponges
• 1 pot
• 1 Guide

What Did We Think?

Canal Toys Art Lab Watercolour Case

Creative toys are always a hit at anytime, as little hands do like to keep busy and entertained. Even better when it’s activities they can easily run with themselves when they have the knack mastered. There are enough materials in the kit to make 12 masterpieces paper wise. I must admit that I’d have liked a few more sheets of paper to work with, but it’s not a deal breaker, and we had to go out and get some more as we had none on hand.

The stencils are great and mean every child can make a great looking piece of art with minimal help for those aged 3+. It comes with the handy case to store everything in, and keep bedrooms a bit tidier. Putting a lovely designed piece of art into a photo frame would make for a lovely personalised gift for a family member, teacher or friend.

Where To Find The Art Lab Watercolour Case?

This has been used non stop since it arrived at the kiddies destination. A great price for a lovely wee set to keep little hands busy.

• Very
• Amazon (aff link)
• £12.99 as at April 2026

What Is the Squish Squish DIY Squishy Factory?

Canal Toys says

Make your own soft, colourful squishies with the DIY Squishy Factory. Simply pour the two gels into the mixer, add your favourite colours and fill the mould.

After it’s dried, add sparkly decorations to create your unique squishy. Place it into the bag and squish and squeeze, so satisfying.

A fun, hands-on experience for kids who love to craft and squeeze their own designs!
Comes with a factory, moulds, colours, squishy mix and plenty of decorations to to create several unique creations.

In The Box

• 1 Factory
• 2 Moulds (Bunny & Paw)
• 2 Bottles of gels
• 3 Dye
• 2 Glitter bags
• 1 Pom Pom bag
• 4 Printed bags
• 2 Blister Cup
• 2 Wooden sticks
• 1 Sticker sheet

What Did We Think?

Canal Toys Squish Squish – Squishy DIY Factory has been popular. It’s a lovely set that kids can easily let their imaginations run wild with.

It’s a great idea to be able to make your own squishy mix, as well as making the crafty piece of art with the mix we make, rather than just getting it out of a box. I read a few reviews that said theirs didn’t set, but ours set perfectly wall. I’ve no idea what they did.

The steps are well set out and will need a little guiding hand from the adult in charge for the first one. We used the paw mould for the review and it came out lovely. The quishy stuff can make for good stress relief if we want it to. Getting hold or more of the gels and dyes is the next step for us. Lovely wee set at a good price.

Where To Find The Squish Squish DIY Squishy Factory?

This has been used non stop since it arrived at the kiddies destination. A great price for a lovely wee set to keep little hands busy.

• Amazon UK (aff link)
• Very
• £12.99 as at April 2026

What Is the Airbrush Art Kawaii Poster Kit?

Canal Toys says

Creative Kids Can Design Their Own Cute Kawaii Art with the Airbrush Art Kawaii Poster Kit

Young artists can bring colourful characters to life with the Airbrush Art Kawaii Poster Kit, a fun and imaginative craft activity that lets children create vibrant poster art using a real airbrush effect.

Designed for children aged 6+, the kit introduces kids to an easy-to-use airbrush technique that transforms simple drawings into bold, spray-style artwork. By inserting coloured markers into the battery-powered airbrush tool, children can spray colour onto poster sheets and use reusable stencils to create adorable Kawaii-inspired designs.

A Fun Introduction to Airbrush Art

With its playful Kawaii theme and easy creative process, the kit is ideal for children who enjoy drawing, colouring and crafting. Kids can layer colours, experiment with stencil patterns and personalise their posters to display in their bedroom or share with friends.

In The Box

• 5 Airbrush markers
• 1 Battery Airbrush Tool
• 5 Stencil Cards
• 10 White Drawing Sheets

What Did We Think?

Canal Toys Airbrush Art Kawaii Poster Kit | Electronic Airbrush Tool with Markers & Reusable Stencils Spray, Mix & Layer Colours to Create Cute Kawaii Art

It’s a cute craft set for kids.

Kids can make lovely little posters with this Airbrush Art Kit. It’s lovely to see them spraying away, getting creative and enjoying life. As always, having little stencils to help little ones imaginations get started, they can hit the ground running with this and get creative with their own drawings too.

To use the set, batteries are needed for the spray gun, so make sure you pick some up on the way when buying it for kids. A marker pen goes into the airbrush tool, and it can be used to create lots of colour bursts. It is even better that the stencils are able to be used over and over, and aren’t limited to just one use.

Where To Find The Airbrush Art Kawaii Poster Kit?

This has been used non stop since it arrived at the kiddies destination. A great price for a lovely wee set to keep little hands busy.

• Amazon UK (aff link)
• £9.99 as at April 2026

What Is the photo creator digital waterproof camera?

Canal Toys says

Perfect for adventure seekers! Get ready for  underwater escapades with this super cool, 12 MP waterproof camera. It’s perfect for capturing all the magic of the deep, up to 3 meters deep!

With its sleek and easy-to-grip design, this camera is made for little hands and big imaginations. Even if you drop it in the water, the camera floats, so you’ll never lose it!. And guess what? You can add some cool frames and filters to make your photos even more special. Plus, it comes with a 16GB SD card, so you can take a ton of pictures and videos without worrying about running out of storage space.

The best part? It’s small enough to fit in your bag, making it perfect for your next vacation. So, grab your camera, dive in, and create unforgettable memories!

In The Box

• 1 Waterproof camera
• 16Gb Micro-SD card
• 1 USB-C cable
• 1 Instruction manual

What Did We Think?

Canal Toys Waterproof Digital Camera

A wee star of a gadget and would always be popular. There’s nothing better than being able to use a camera underwater, and for kids, this saves the life of mum or dad and their expensive gadgets, and means no danger to their uber expensive tech.

Perfect for taking to the beach, or just going to the park. The camera takes photos as well as videos, and includes everything that is needed for it to work. The memory card is included in the pack, which is perfect. The memory card slots in beside the charging cable and is easy to work.

The camera is 12 megapixels, which is pretty high quality for a kids camera and lets them take pictures and videos safely, and most importantly, ones that look decent too. It works up to 3 metres deep, and will float to stay visible if it’s dropped in water.

With the filters, the added fun starts. Kids do love a filter. Controls are easy to use and great for little fingers. There is the screen built in, and lets everyone see the pictures and videos and to help line up the camera for perfect little shots from budding photographers.

Where To Find The Creator Digital Waterproof Camera?

A great little gadget to take on holiday for the kids. This will get a lot of use when going away, or just heading to the local pool.

• Very
• Amazon UK (aff link)
• £34.99 as at April 2026

What Is The Studio Creator: Walkie-Talkie Kit

Canal Toys says

Share your adventures indoors and outdoors with these video walkie talkies!

Call your friend in video and talk from afar, while adding fun filters and voice effects! An audio call is also possible, with a range up to 3km! With rechargeable battery.

In The Box

• 2 Video Walkie-talkies
• 2 Wrist straps
• 1 USB-C Cable
• 1 Instruction Manual

What Did We Think?

Studio Creator Com_Creator Video Walkie-Talkies

This is an absolute darling of a gift. Having little walkie talkies with a good range and also to have the capability to have video on it too, is just so lovely for little ones learning to navigate creating and being part of the grown up world, while keeping safe.

The walkie talkies allow children to keep in touch with family and friends from the next room, the garden or from a decent distance. They work up to 300 meters away, which is fairy substantial.

There are 20 lovely and funny video filters and 5 great voice changing effects which is so fun for kids to play with.

The video mode lets them use face to face chat, just like the grownups on their mobile phones, or if too far away, using the speaker mode. No internet connection is needed, which is perfect.

This was really easy to use and the kids really enjoyed seeing each other in the video screens. A popular little toy and very modern with creator awareness.

About the brand: 

Studio Creator empowers kids to film, create and share content with lighting kits, backdrops and digital-ready accessories designed for young creators.

Where To Find The Studio Creator Com_Creator Video Walkie-Talkies?

Keeps little hands busy and perfect for bad weather days and as a gift. Their imagination can run riot with voice changing and funny effects.

• Very
• Amazon UK (aff link)
• £29.99 as at March 2026

What Is The So Style Slime Mini Garden

Canal Toys says

Mix, stretch and decorate colourful scented slimes in two different textures for double the sensory fun. Create and customise your own mini slime garden by storing each slime in six adorable flowerpots. Add charms, decorations and stickers to personalise every design and make each pot totally unique. Once finished, display your creations for a cute, colourful garden you can proudly show off.

In The Box

Create colourful and scented slimes and store them in 6 adorable flower pots, all housed in a lovely greenhouse.

Add charms and decorations to craft your own floral world.

• 1 Mini Garden
• 6 Mini Pots
• 3 Scented Bottles
• 6 Colouring Bags
• 1 Shovel
• 1 Slime Bag
• 6 Charms
• 6 Deco Bags
• 1 Green House
• 1 Sticker Sheet

What Did We Think?

This is a lovely wee set for kids who like to create and make nice things. Something about slime just never seems to go out of fashion, no matter how old we are.

To use, it is just a case of mixing the dye and scents and it makes awesome slime for the garden. It then goes into the little pots and is able to be topped off with the little charms. The instructions are handy for learning how to make the best of the kit and these kits are great for keeping little hands busy on long days, holidays and just for some fun and interaction.

There are six different slimes to make six little mini flower pots, and each one can have its own theme.

Fairy, Honeybee, Lotus, Spring, Desert and Sunflower are the themes with all the little extras to make the different types of garden.

There is a mini greenhouse display stand included, which is great for keeping and displaying all the new creations to have a display to keep on a shelf for everyone to see.

Where To Find the So Slime Mini Garden Kit?

Keeps little hands busy and perfect for bad weather days and as a gift.

• Very
• Amazon UK (aff link)
• £12.99 as at March 2026

What Is The Style 4 Ever Magic Clay Jewellery Maker?

Canal Toys says

“Create your own trendy rings, bracelets, pendants and more with the Style 4 Ever Magic Clay Jewellery Maker!
This special quick-curing clay bakes in under 3 minutes using the kid-safe baking oven.

Mix colours, shape your designs with the roller and tools, then add sparkle with gems!
With a unique clay formula and enough materials to make up to 20 stunning pieces, it’s the ultimate DIY jewellery set for young creators.

• Create your own style
• Design rings, bracelets, pendants, and more using a unique, quick-curing clay formula.
• Ready in under 3 minutes
• Bake your creations in the kid-safe oven—fast, fun, and perfect for repeat play!
• Mix, shape & sparkle
• Choose from 5 colours (or mix your own), shape with tools, and decorate with gems.
• Make & share
• Create up to 20 stunning jewellery pieces to wear, gift, or trade with friends.”

In The Box

• 3-in-1 Jewellery Maker
• 5 Bags of Magic Clay
• 6 Moulding tools
• 2 Foil Pots
• 3 Bags with decorations
• 1 Transfer sheet
• 2 Bags with beads
• 2 Threads
• 3 Tutorial sheets
• 1 Instruction

What Did We Think?

We’re just getting started with this kit. Adding to what’s in the box, we found an old chopping board handy for shaping/cutting/using the little shape cutters on. We needed a little pair of scissors and 4 AA batteries for the oven. That was a nice surprise really, as I was not expecting this set to actually cure the clay properly, and it really does. We baked twice for extra hardness. At this price point, that was a nifty little thing to have and much appreciated.

The set is fairly easy to use. It’s just a case of modelling the clay, cutting out shapes, then decorating with some of the accessories provided to then bake. For the pendants, we used the pointy end of the cutting tool to make a little hole for the thread to go through, and make the shape into a pendant.

We have a four year old using this set under supervision and I think it’s going to get a lot of use over the winter. There is also a handy refill kit that I found on Amazon for £7.99, so I’m topping this up for snow days. I’ve added the links below.

It’s coming up to the Christmas holidays and the wee one was unsure of what to get her teacher for a Christmas present, so she’s practicing with the kit to make a little gift that she can take in to school. The gold and silver foil is nice and makes little gifts sparkly.

We’ve yet to make a ring, which is the next project on our list. A pink ring with little baubles on will be next little attempt. For slightly older children, their imagination can run riot to make fun little pieces of jewellery on their own

Where To Find the Style 4 Ever Magic Clay Jewellery Maker?

• Design Endless Creations: Kids can create rings, bracelets, pendants, and more using a distinctive, quick-curing clay formula—perfect for imaginative play and personal expression.
• Ready in Under 3 Minutes: With its fast-baking clay, budding designers can bring their creations to life in under three minutes, keeping the fun flow uninterrupted.
• Affordable Creativity: Priced at £22.99, the Style 4 Ever Magic Clay Jewellery Maker offers both entertainment and value, encouraging creative exploration without breaking the bank.

Why It’s a Must-Have:

Perfect for budding fashionistas and DIY fans, this Jewellery Maker promotes artistic play and fine motor skills, all wrapped in a fast, fun, and accessible package.

• Smyths
• Amazon UK (aff link)
• Amazon UK Refill Top Up Kit (aff link)

What Is The Doodle Copy from Canal Toys

Canal Toys says “

Doodle Copy Draw & Print 

Draw, copy, print and colour—again and again. The Doodle Copy Draw & Print is the first creative doodle pad where kids can easily design their own art and watch it print out—just like magic!

Use the unique drawing board with colourful carbon paper and 50 reusable stencils to bring creative ideas to life.

Then press the button to print your creation and give it that finishing touch with the included crayons.
It’s easy, mess-free fun.

Perfect for screen-free play at home or on the go!”

Introducing the ONLY doodle pad that can print your designs!

The Doodle Copy Draw & Print Set is a one-of-a-kind creative pad that lets kids bring their imagination to life — and then print it instantly! This exclusive doodle pad offers mess-free, screen-free fun that sparks creativity anywhere, anytime.

With its unique drawing board, colourful carbon paper, and 50 reusable stencils, kids can sketch, trace, and doodle whatever they dream up. Then, with the press of a button, their masterpiece prints out — ready to be coloured with the included crayons.

Perfect for budding artists, this innovative, first-to-market set inspires hands-on creativity, builds confidence, and turns every doodle into a printed keepsake.

In The Box

• 1 Copy Machine
• 6 Carbon Paper
• 50 Drawing templates
• 10 Papers
• 5 Crayons
• 1 Sticker Sheet

What Did We Think?

Lots of excitement with this little set. It’s a lovely idea to be able to create their own artwork and then be able to print it out. Best for ages 4+, the set is a perfect wee drawing tablet that lets little ones take a template, then trace it to make their own artwork, and then they can print it out.

Great for encouraging dexterity with little hands, and lets children work to help with the development of fine motor skills in a fun way. Children can also sketch their own little designs and see them printed out with everything needed to make lovely wee art designs in the box.

50 different templates are in the box so that children can try over and over again, not worrying about getting it right first time, which is perfect for those wee ones who are tiny perfectionists. And the bonus is the no mess drawing, which is always good.

We almost took the white backing from the frame before realising it needs to stay there. The set needs 3 AA batteries and the usual little screwdriver to get into. The colour pages are what the instructions call the carbon paper. Once we figured out that the carbon paper goes into the top frame bracket, and the paper goes on the white plate, it’s just a case of closing the little copier to then use.

The sticker sheet is the coloured ones. The white ones that look like sticker sheets, are actually like a thick cling film type material, so they can be placed over and over again on the white screen to be used regularly, or little ones can choose to also draw by freehand.

The video is a bit shaky, and we’ve learned to press harder with the pen when drawing. I love that little ones can print their own drawings.

Where To Find the Doodle Copy Draw and Print?

• Smyths
• Amazon UK (aff link)