ToothSafe: A Magical Tooth Holder for ChildrenBlind

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Description:
Hello Designers!

We are launching an exciting project to design the ToothSafe, an integral part of an illustrated children's picture book titled The Tooth Fairy's Secret Workshop. The ToothSafe is a whimsical, magical container designed to hold a child's lost tooth and, later, a thank-you dollar bill from the Tooth Fairy. This item is meant to be used repeatedly over the years as the child loses more teeth, creating a special ongoing ritual tied to our story. We are looking for creative designers to bring this product to life, focusing on durability, playfulness, and a sense of wonder.

Product Overview:
The ToothSafe is a magical container used to store a child's lost tooth and later hold a dollar bill from the Tooth Fairy, adding to the magic of the Tooth Fairy tradition and making her work tangible. In the story, the young boy finds the ToothSafe during his adventure to the Tooth Fairy's magical workshop. The ToothSafe is a device crafted by the Tooth Fairy herself, which the boy replicates to share with other curious children. This connection to the story makes the ToothSafe feel like a genuine piece of the Tooth Fairy’s world, enhancing the magic for children who use it.

It will glow in the dark, making it easy to spot during nighttime collections. The product must be child-friendly, with rounded edges and no small parts that could be a choking hazard. The design should be suitable for a target audience of children ages 6-10 and should integrate well with the narrative and illustrations of our book, as it will be used over multiple years as children lose more teeth.

The ToothSafe will be packaged with the children's book and should be presented in a way that enhances its display and user experience. We envision the following two packaging options:

Back Cover Attachment: A temporary backing attached to the back cover, extending visually, with the ToothSafe attached by a removable adhesive.

Removable Sleeve: A sleeve that wraps around the book, featuring a secure slot for the ToothSafe.

Material Considerations:
The ToothSafe should be made from durable and child-safe materials that can withstand regular use over several years. We are considering materials like:

ABS Plastic: Impact-resistant and commonly used in children’s toys.

Silicone: Provides a soft-touch, child-friendly feel.

Polypropylene (PP): Lightweight, durable, and non-toxic.

It should also include glow-in-the-dark elements, potentially using photoluminescent powder embedded into the plastic or as a coating to add to the magical experience of the product.

Manufacturing Considerations:

The design must be suitable for mass production and cost-effective to produce.

It should meet all child safety standards, including being free from lead, phthalates, and any small parts that could pose a choking hazard.

Book Size and Integration:
The book size is set at 8.5 x 8.5 inches to be easily printable and accessible for young children. The ToothSafe will be integrated into the storyline and illustrations of the book, and we would love to see concepts that embrace this interaction.
Wants:
We will evaluate entries based on the following:

Design Creativity: How well does the design capture the magical and whimsical essence of the ToothSafe?

Child-Friendly: Is the product safe, durable, and easy for children ages 6-10 to use independently?

Practicality for Mass Production: How well can the design be manufactured at scale? We want this to be cost-effective and suitable for large-scale production.

Packaging Integration: How well does the design align with our two proposed packaging options (Back Cover Attachment or Removable Sleeve)?

Glow-in-the-Dark Feature: Does the glow-in-the-dark feature add an element of magic without compromising the practicality and safety of the product?

Ease of Use: The ToothSafe should be intuitive for both children and parents, making the ritual of placing the tooth easy and enjoyable.
Don't Wants:
What I Don't Want:

Designs that involve sharp edges or small parts that could pose a choking hazard.

Overly complex mechanisms that would make mass production difficult or expensive.

Excessively ornamental designs that take away from the practicality and user-friendly nature of the ToothSafe. We want the product to feel magical but not overly intricate or fragile.

Entries

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#16 Tooth safe / concept design by Kawthar_Usamah
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#19 Magical Tooth Holder for Children. by CreativeCAD
#24 Tooth Safe - Hinged Lid by haifangn
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#76 ToothSafe idea by alirezaemamian
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#80 Toothsafe Box For Kids by CUONGNGUYENVANDUY
#36 ToothSafe idea by alirezaemamian
#79 Tooth safe Animaton by akshaicr
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#6 GlowTooth Buddy by samikshya_ghimire
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#7 GlowTooth Buddy by samikshya_ghimire
#1 Concept Designs by BNR_Designs
#21 Magical Tooth Safer. by CreativeCAD
#22 Magical Tooth Holder by CreativeCAD
#23 A Tooth Holder by abhyudayc1
#2 Pre Design by draftcad3D
#82 Tooth Safe: A Magical Tooth Holder for Children by sherifelsheikh
#81 ToothSafe: A Magical Tooth Holder for Children by sherifelsheikh
#54 Tooth Safe: A Magical Tooth Holder for Children by sherifelsheikh
#47 ToothSafe by deepankers1
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#42 New Version of Toothsafe Box For Kids by CUONGNGUYENVANDUY
#41 Tooth Fairy Fun by Sisoje
#34 TOOTHSAFE by clintsar
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#28 Magical ToothSafer by CreativeCAD
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#27 A Magical Tooth Holder for Children by techansa
#26 Tooth safe design idea by Sisoje

Discussion

shubhankart

Designer

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 11:34:41 +0000
Hi Gerard, any thoughts on the designs and results?

gerardm

Buyer

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 17:25:09 +0000
Here&;s an updated version of the overall update for the contest:

I&;m truly excited by the creativity and effort shown in the designs submitted so far. I wanted to share some general feedback that might be helpful as you refine your submissions or consider new approaches.

The purpose of the ToothSafe is to assist the Tooth Fairy in easily locating a child&;s tooth. The toy should be something that feels like it was designed by the Tooth Fairy herself—a practical tinkerer type with the straightforward elegance of a master craftswoman. The design should have a subtle magic that fits this character: whimsical, yet practical and crafted with purpose.

The most successful designs are those that capture this "tinkerer magic" essence of the Tooth Fairy. This isn&;t about excessive adornments or a traditional fairy aesthetic. Instead, it’s about imagining the Tooth Fairy as a master craftsman whose creations are practical, yet infused with a sense of wonder. The design should feature a special element that makes it feel like a magical creation crafted with intention.

For packaging, think about how the ToothSafe and the book could be presented together in a retail environment. Ideally, I&;d love to see packaging where the book is on the left and the ToothSafe on the right, fitting well for display on store shelves. A simple and elegant solution will often be the most effective here.

Thank you all for your creativity, and I encourage you to keep the ideas coming. This is an exciting journey, and I&;m thrilled to see the magic each of you brings to the project!

akshaicr

Designer

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 20:03:31 +0000
working on it , don&;t end the contest before the given date,thank you

gerardm

Buyer

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 17:35:28 +0000
Thank you Tarang for the thoughtful question. This will be initially targeting the US market, so bills / currency notes would be necessary. However, an open area that would work with either would also be design appropriate.

Let me know if you have any additional questions. Best, Gerard

Tarang

Designer

Sun, 27 Oct 2024 07:14:53 +0000
As you said, The product should be secure enough that the tooth and money won’t fall out. So "Money" means How much? are they currency notes or coins? It will help me design accordingly.

draftcad3D

Designer

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 18:16:36 +0000
Great! I am in!

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