Chinese checkers probably do not come from the Far East, despite their name. On the other hand, Chinese checkers are a variant of the game Halma, a game created in England at the end of the 19th century by the American George Howard Monks, who invented a game called Halma, a name derived from the ancient Greek meaning "jump" but also an ancient pentathlon event. This first version of the game is played on the grids of a 16x16 square board. The version we know today was adapted under the name Stern-Halma (Halma: star) and patented in 1892 by the German company Ravensburger. This version of the game is played on a star-shaped game board. However, it can be seen that there is a rather similar version on a star-shaped board in Asia... When the game was first marketed in the United States by the company J.Pressman & Co. under the name "Hop Ching", the expression "Chinese Checkers" was used for the first time. However, this game in its initial square form is still called "Halma" in many countries... Gift idea for playing with the family, a very nice wooden board game gift. Original gift idea for a birthday, or for the end of the year celebrations.

May 4 seems to many people to be a day that is completely identical to May 3 or 5, with no special features and no known holidays or anniversaries. Nevertheless, May 4th is the day of the Star Wars holiday and is often the occasion for the introduction of new characters that are added and take their place in the Star Wars saga. This holiday is the source of events that are reinforced by festivals and fan-generated concentrations. Some theme parks such as Disney, which bought the Star Wars licence and Lucasfilms in 2013, and other companies, which do not always have direct links with Star Wars, take the opportunity to communicate, celebrate and reinforce May 4th as Star Wars Day. It is an opportunity for Disney to introduce new characters. However, there are many objects that are part of the Star Wars world that do not always receive as much publicity when they are released, such as the Star Wars mug, which nevertheless deserves praise. For it is undoubtedly one of the most used and frequently seen everyday objects that immediately refers to the Star Wars universe. However, you can also keep this mug in your Star Wars collection without ever using it in your daily life. This Star Wars mug is the essential gift for fans (young and old) of the saga that can be offered as a birthday gift or as a cute gift for Mother's Day or as a special gift for Dad.

Dominoes can be played almost anywhere, whether they are made of wood or plastic. In the past, dominoes were made of bone or even ivory. So there are many different kinds of dominoes with countless variations, some of which are very amusing. A domino is made up of simple blocks that can be combined and assembled in many ways from very simple to very complex. It is a game that requires and demands a lot of skill and strategy. There are Chinese, English and European dominoes.... Archaeologists have reportedly found dominoes in ancient Egypt and among the Arabs, but the origin of the domino is attributed to China around the 12th century. Dominoes first appeared in Europe in Italy in the 18th century and from that time onwards they spread throughout Europe. Dominoes became the most played game in living rooms, pubs and families, becoming one of the most popular games. Dominoes are played by 2 or 4 people with 28 blocks. Each block is divided in two on the top side and has numbers (but not always), sometimes the same, but often different, but always unique. The principle of the game is to take turns following a pattern with your blocks, block by block, trying to match the identical face of your block to the identical face of the competitor's block. When a player cannot place a domino, he picks a piece and passes his turn. The winner is the one who has placed all his dominoes. This giant domino is a classic game gift, an original gift idea for a birthday or an unusual gift for the holidays.

How many celebrations, birthdays and other sad events we would miss without candles. Candles were invented a long time ago. Back in the days of candles and oil lamps, before the 19th century. In the old days, lighting was limited to candles, oil lamps and torches. These sources of light were expensive, dangerous to fire and inefficient. People relied on natural light and candles to illuminate their surroundings. In the Middle Ages, candles were a luxury reserved for the rich, while commoners often found themselves in darkness as soon as the sun went down. For a long time, candles have been used for lighting purposes, consisting of a fatty substance (wax) and a wick to be lit. Our artisanal gift idea DIY candle kit will make your family evenings cosy and fascinating, and will be at your service whenever you need it... There's no need to go hunting for ingredients and trying to get everything together to make your own candle. This can quickly become hazardous, laborious and undoubtedly costly. With our DIY candle kit gift for home all you have to do is follow the recipe and you'll be able to strut your stuff in front of a friend or relative with a candle that's sure to please. This DIY candle kit special gift idea, can be used for a long time as a decoration on a piece of furniture in your living room or on a shelf in your hallway, before becoming useful at a birthday party, an end-of-year party, an evening out or simply during a power cut, which can sometimes last a while. An original and educational gift to decorate the interior of a beautiful flat or house, DIY candle kit funny birthday gifts,unique gadgets gift ideas DIY candle kit to buy on Gifts-custopolis.com.

This film statuette trophy is out of this world. Generally speaking, trophies take the form of a cup, an original sculpture, a work of design art or any other object presented as a work of art, which has the appearance of a piece of PVC, marble or wood, most often engraved, but very rarely a gold-plated human representation! You'll agree that this statuette adds value. This statuette resembles the Oscars, which have been held in Los Angeles since 1929 to honour the best American and foreign films. So if you're a film lover, this statuette really is the perfect decoration. It's attractive and glamorous to decorate your home, and perfect if you're organising an evening with a seventh-art theme. Of course, we also sell other film-related gadgets, some of which you'll find on our Gifts-custopolis.com sales site. This Oscar-reminiscent gadget can also be used as a reward for a child's good results at school or elsewhere. However, this statuette can also be used as a gift for a competition between friends about cinema, or as a birthday present, or why not as a small gift for a film lover at a party. You're sure to find plenty of other opportunities to give this statuette, which is emblematic of the cinema,.gifts you'll find on Gifts-custopolis.com

5 MOMENTS THAT MARKED THE HISTORY OF CHESS 1. The coronation of the queen: In 1450, chess knew the coronation of the queen. To make the games faster, it was decided to allow the queen to go as far as desired and in all directions. 2 Staunton pieces: Howard Staunton, who was a great chess player, had unique pieces built. These pieces are still used today as a world standard in his name. 3. The clock: In 1861, the first chess clocks appeared, making the games much faster and more dynamic, and therefore, much more competitive. 4. The first world champion: Wilhelm Steinitz is the first world champion in 1886. 5. the age of silicon: IBM creates a computer capable of beating the world champion of the time, Garry Kasparov, in 1989. Chess game as a tool for reconstruction Throughout history, games and sports have helped humanity survive times of crisis by reducing anxiety and improving mental health. In 2020, while restrictions imposed to limit the spread of COVID-19 have severely limited most of these activities, chess has shown remarkable resilience, adaptability and convening power in times of pandemic. Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, general interest in chess has doubled, with an increase in the number of players gathering to participate in chess events on online platforms.

You're not sure which gift to choose for your teenager. You have no idea and you haven't made a purchase yet? A game of darts is the ideal gift for teens as a birthday or Christmas present. A great gift for children, a fun game of skill that is safe because it is magnetic: the arrows stay stuck to the target thanks to their flat magnet. A timeless game for the whole family. Having a dartboard at home means being able to play at any time of the day, alone with friends or family. Friendly moments to liven up or conclude an evening or a meal. Accessible to everyone regardless of age or level, it's the perfect game to unwind and have fun in good company! It's a game that can be played as a team. It creates social bonds and teaches how to build a team strategy. A game of darts? A 501 double or a 301 double or any other variation, it's up to you! Whatever the type of game, this game will allow all variations of darts play and will always offer the same pleasure to the players. Become a champion thanks to this darts game, a fun and sporty gift.