Baby Blinkins

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The Blinkins is a series of characters created in the 1980s by the toy company LJN. The story follows the adventures of a group of adorable anthropomorphic fireflies living in the forest. These characters include Blink, Shady, Sparkle, Flashy, and Flicker. Their mission is to keep the forest bright and beautiful, helping to solve problems and facing challenges in their natural home.

The series stands out for its vibrant animations, charm, and ability to convey positive messages about friendship, teamwork, and the importance of caring for the environment. Each Blinkin has their own unique personality and skills, making them endearing and memorable.

Tagline

• Let their love light shine!

The TV Series

The Blinkins was not just limited to toys; it also made its way to television with special episodes and captivating storytelling. These episodes tell stories about how the Blinkins face various threats to their home in the forest and help other characters in need.

One of the most well-known episodes is "The Blinkins: The Heart of Friendship," where the Blinkins must save their home from an imminent threat. The series features a variety of adventures, each with valuable lessons about cooperation and friendship.

The Blinkins Toys

In addition to the TV series, The Blinkins were a line of toys. These toys were released in 1985 by LJN and consisted of small firefly dolls with large eyes, shiny wings and bottoms that light up and glowed in rainbow colors when their bodies were squeezed. Each doll came with an accessory or an insect "friend" and a butterfly-shaped comb.[1]

Characters

Plush Dolls

• Baby Beamer
• Baby Glisten
• Baby Shimmer

Small Dolls

• Blink - came with Carrie - friend caterpillar
• Flashy - came with Swing accessory
• Flicker - came with Lazy Day Green Leaf Rocker accessory
• Shady - came with Buzz - friend dragon-fly called
• Sparkle - came with friend snail called “Slide”
• Baby Twinkle - came with Lacy Leaf Cradle accessory

Blinkins Friends & Foe Dolls

• Mr Ben The Owl
• Grog the Frog
• Lady Buggy

External links

• 1986 Baby Blinkins television advertisement