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Celebrating 50 Years of PLAYMOBIL Excellence!
07.11.2024This year, Anvol proudly joins the global celebration of PLAYMOBIL’s 50th anniversary – a milestone that honors a half-century of quality, creativity, and imaginative play.
Since 1974, PLAYMOBIL has been a beloved brand, inspiring generations of children and collectors with its carefully designed playsets and iconic figures. Through its dedication to fostering creativity and storytelling, PLAYMOBIL has cemented its place in the hearts of families around the world.
This significant milestone highlights the brand’s rich history of innovation and its enduring appeal across generations. We at Anvol Ltd. are delighted to be the official distributor of this exceptional brand, bringing the magic of PLAYMOBIL to our customers.
Here’s to 50 more years of imagination and play!
Build-A-Bear Workshop shop-in-shops are now open at selected XS Toys locations
25.10.2024XS Toys is happy to announce that the world-renowned Build-A-Bear Workshop shop-in-shops are now open at selected XS Toys locations in Latvia, Lithuania, and Sweden. Build-A-Bear Workshops will also open soon at XS Toys locations in Finland and Estonia. This personalized stuffed toy creation experience is now available in the Baltics for the first time and returned to Sweden, where it was a true hit years ago. Each workshop features the complete process of creating customers’ very own furry friends, including character selection, stuffing, the “heart ceremony,” and adding unique accessories. These new openings mark a fun and interactive addition to XS Toys stores, providing customers of all ages with memorable and touching moments.
XS Lelut store opened at Helsinki – Vantaa Airport!
03.10.2024We are pleased to announce the opening of our newest XS Lelut store at Helsinki – Vantaa Airport! Located in the Schengen area near Gate 21, this vibrant new store offers a hassle-free and fun shopping experience for international and domestic travellers. With airport-inspired decor and fun photo-ops, it’s a must-visit for all ages. Our carefully curated selection includes Finnish-themed souvenirs, travel-friendly toys and thoughtful gifts, that will make your journey even more memorable. We look forward to welcoming you to Helsinki – Vantaa XS Lelut store!
Re-opening of XS Toys store at T1 Mall of Tallinn!
30.08.2024We are excited to announce the re-opening of XS Toys store at T1 Mall of Tallinn! Our new 350 m² store features two entrances, beautiful storefronts, LEGO® play area, and an array of creative design elements. Like all XS Toys stores, this one is colourful, bright, and designed to captivate children with its magical atmosphere!
T1 Mall is also home to the popular Super Skypark, rooftop Skywheel of Tallinn, IMAX cinema and a fantastic selection of restaurants. Come visit us and explore!
XS Žaislai – Comic-Con Baltics 2024
24.05.2024Another new and exciting experience for XS Žaislai – Comic-Con Baltics 2024, the largest popular culture event in the Baltic States, which took place on 23-24 May 2024. XS Žaislai had a huge eye-catching space where event visitors could purchase popular Funko figures (including exclusive ones, dedicated for this event!), Squishmallows plush toys, anime characters and other teenagers’ and youth favourites. But that´s not all! XS Žaislai was all about entertaining its guests who could meet-and-great with a super-sized Squishmallows cat, relax in a cool armchair all covered with Squishmallows characters or feel themselves like real stars taking photos in Funko photobooth or making selfies with Funko Hero Eleven and Spider-Man! Thanks to everyone, who joined us, and we hope to see you at Comic-Con Baltics 2025!
Introducing a new concept at XS Toys Solaris store: Bunny & Me!
03.05.2024Our team developed a totally new concept Bunny & Me, which premiered at our newest XS Toys Solaris store. At Bunny & Me, you can choose a charming bunny and add a touch of magic by personalizing it with any name, date, or special message, beautifully stitched onto its ear. Watch as your unique creation comes to life right before your eyes in the magical and lovely Bunny & Me embroidery studio!
Perfect for any occasion – from baby showers to birthdays – Bunny & Me makes heartfelt, personalized gifts that bring a sparkle of joy to anyone.
Visit our stylish Bunny & Me studio at XS Toys Solaris store and create your magical, unique bunny today!
New XS Toys store opened in the heart of Tallinn!
02.05.2024We are thrilled to announce the grand opening of our latest XS Toys store, right in the heart of Estonia’s vibrant capital, Tallinn, at Solaris Shopping Centre! Known for its entertainment venues, trendy Estonian designer boutiques, fantastic restaurants, and lively cafes, Solaris is the go-to destination for the city’s youths – and now, it is home to the coolest toy store in town! Our new store is a heaven for teenagers, featuring a massive selection of Funko figures, anime merchandise, and pocket money toys. The XS Toys Solaris is not just about toys; it is an experience, showcasing innovative design ideas and unique decorations that create an inviting and dynamic shopping atmosphere. What truly sets our Solaris location apart is the exclusive “Bunny & Me” concept. Here, customers can choose their favourite plush bunny and personalize it with embroidered name or special messages, making each bunny a one-of-a-kind treasure. Visit us at XS Toys Solaris and dive into a world of fun, fashion, and creativity!
Anvol Ltd. received prestigious “Best EMEA Growth 2023” award from long-term business partner Spin Master Corp.
29.04.2024Anvol is delighted to announce the prestigious “Best EMEA Growth 2023” award received from our long-term business partner Spin Master Corp. Spin Master, a global leader in children’s entertainment, is renowned for its innovative products such as Hatchimals®, Bitzee®, Rubik’s Cube®, Tech Deck®, Gabby’s Dollhouse® and PAW Patrol®. We take pride in bringing Spin Master toys to our markets and delighting countless children. Our team is working hard to introduce Spin Master’s product lineup to even more families, resulting in impressive growth and recognition from partners. This award serves as a strong proof of our passion to deliver high-quality entertainment to children and our commitment to excellence in all our endeavours.
A fair full of fun for kids and families – Lapsimessut Helsinki 2024
22.04.2024Lapsimessut fair took place on 19-21.04.2024 in Messukeskus Helsinki.
XS Lelut was participating with a fun-filled open stand that included a walk-in selfie booth, an adorable Squishmallows chair to unwind and relax, a gigantic FUNKO photo box and
a wheel of fortune with many gifs to win! We were green and we were seen!
Most active marketer in 2023 in Kristiine and Rocca al Mare shopping centres
22.02.2024This is what you get for being visible and making plenty of cooperation projects with the shopping centres: XS Toys was presented with the “Most active marketer 2023” awards in two of the most loved ones in Tallinn: Kristiine and Rocca al Mare. We are delighted and say “thank you!” to the marketing departments of both centres for always going along with our initiatives and jumping on board for all the fun!
People’s favorite e-shop for children’s goods in 2024
09.02.2024Traditionally, the Estonian e-commerce association and Delfi organize an annual competition where people can vote for their favorite e-shops. This year XS Toys www.xsmanguasjad.ee won the award in the category of children’s clothing, footwear and accessories. Thank you to all customers for whom we continue to be the first and reliable choice for shopping for children’s goods!
Warehouse extension is ready!
02.10.2023Just before the start of the high season, the extension of Anvol business centre on Kaldase street was completed. We added ca. 2500 m2 of much-needed warehouse space so that we can better cope with the ever-increasing flow of orders. Now we have a 7000 m2 warehouse, 1500 m2 office and more than 60 parking spaces – there is enough space for everyone!
New challenge for XS Toys!
19.09.2023XS Toys has once again undertaken a new challenge: first XS Toys OUTLET opened in Vilnius, Lithuania on September 19. Outlets are trending, XS Toys gives it a try as well!
Rocca al Mare XS Mänguasjad opened it’s doors in a new location!
01.09.2023Extra cool, extra big, extra beaufitul! Rocca al Mare XS Mänguasjad store moved across the corridor and is now making kids dreams come true in a new location! Superfun store with lots of entertainment and best selection of toys!
New XS Toys store in Ljubljana, Slovenia!
28.07.2023Flagship XS Toys = XS Igrače store opened in Slovenia by our dear Georgian partners. A beautiful, bright, spacious store is 308,14 m2 and is really the most beautiful toy store in Slovenia!
Located in the best shopping center of the capital- in Ljubljana City Park.
Anvol keeps on going Green!
04.07.2023Anvol team appreciates good health and sporty lifestyle!
Therefore we have installed cool bikeracks to support our active team members who come to work with bikes.
Our head office does not situate in city center. It takes ca 15 km from central Tallinn to get here.
Go, bikers, go!
Anvol supports local sailing school!
10.05.2023Anvol retail brand XS Toys has joined hands with Maardu Sailing school for kids. XS branded new Optimist boat is ideal for young ones for their first competitions.
In addition Anvol has supported the school with quality weather proof Hally Hansen jackets for every young athelete!
Sail safe, young talent!
Anvol Latvia celebrates 25 years!
05.05.2023A special occasion – for 25 years Anvol Latvia has been giving joy the world’s most important customers – children!
Imagine – that’s a quarter of a century! Kids who grew up with Anvol now continue to make joy for their own children!
May our future time together be playful, fun and joyful!
Anvol goes Green!
12.04.2023We are proud to announce that Anvol has launched our GREEN project to become more sustainable.
Starting from our Head Office and warehouse in Tallinn we have refrained of all disposable tableware.
We have placed waste sorting cabinets and disclaimed standard office trash bins in all office rooms.
These are first but remarkable steps in our green journey ahead.
We care!
For a friendlier earth.
17.02.2023At Anvol we make a lot of effort to become gradually more sustainable and ecologically responsible.
For that reason we have a eco-friendly worker in our warehouse who all day long recycles old carton boxes to much needed package cushioning.
We care!
Anvol 2022 X-MAS card!
22.12.2022This year Anvol x-mas card is made by love and care by Anvol employees child.
In the competion for this years X-mas card we received many many lovely cards from our children.
But there is one winner – 13 year old Julia and her card is displayed above!