Christmas is nearly upon us once again, which means we have been getting nostalgic once more for all the toys that we loved when we were kids.
While we Scots loved heading to stores such as Toys R' Us or Argos with our parents for our Christmas wish list, these days it's rarely that simple.
With a wider variety of must-have toys and technology that kids will be putting on their wish list for Santa this year, it can often make you wish for simpler times.
That's why, with just over two weeks left until the big day, we have decided to take a look back at some iconic toys you will remember growing up with.
From Cabbage Patch Kids to Tamagotchi pets, these toys are bound to have you reminiscing about your childhood and how cool you thought you were if you owned one of these.
Mr Frosty
Back when you were a kid, was there anything more exciting than the prospect of getting to make your own ice lollies?
You would justify it to your mum by saying that owning one of these would stop you begging her to go to the corner shop for an ice lolly in the summer, because you could just make your own.
Cabbage Patch Dolls
Cabbage Patch Dolls were the ultimate doll for anyone growing up during the 80s and the 90s.
These adorable dolls came complete with adoption papers from Babyland General Hospital and a unique name and birthday.
If you miss having one of these dolls in your home, then don't worry, as you can still pick one up from Smyths Toy store for just £29.99.
Mousetrap Game
Nothing screams nostalgia quite like this epic board-game that you spent hours playing with.
It was one of the more elaborate board-games of its time - look, it was the 90s, ok - where you had to build the mousetrap to trap other mice, while avoiding getting trapped yourself.
Despite being nostalgic, it appears Mousetrap is still popular today, as you can get an updated version from some retailers.
Polly Pockets
If you were a young girl growing up in the 90s, then chances were you begged your mum for a Polly Pocket as it just had to be done.
The real OG's were those who lucky enough to open up their Christmas stocking and find a Polly Pocket to add to their collection.
To be fair, while there were hundreds to choose from, you really wanted that cute shell and heart compact that transformed into an adorable house.
An Etch a Sketch
Before technology advanced and kids began asking for iPads, the Etch a Sketch was on every kids Christmas wish list growing up.
Who remembers spending hours with their friends or family making, what we thought at the time, elaborate sketches to show to everyone?
A Bionic Woman Styling Head
This is another one that young girls all over the country begged for every time Christmas came around.
I mean, how else were you supposed to practice your amazing braiding and fancy hair skills?
Tamagotchi Pets
Long before we grew up and could get an animal of our own, the Tamagotchi Pet was our first ever beloved pet.
Kids would take this everywhere with them to make sure their pet was fed and treated with the most care.
Not only did this retro toy teach us about caring for something, but it also taught us about loss, because it would inevitably die.
A Furby
Admit it - you begged for a Furby because everyone at school had one and you had to be in with the cool kids.
You also begged your mum for help when this fun guy wouldn't keep quiet and you would begin wondering why you wanted it in the first place.
Why did it always start talking in the middle of the night?
A La Carte Kitchen
If you grew up to love cooking, chances are it all began here with the A La Carte Kitchen.
80s kids will remember this super cool miniature kitchen that you could move from room to room on its wheels.
Lets face it, you made everyone in the house pretend they were eating your imaginary cooking.
Topsy Turvy Doll
Topsy Turvy Dolls came in a number of different designs and were a great present to put on your Christmas list back in the day.
From dolls with vibrant dresses to little red riding hood and Cinderella characters, you turned a Topsy Turvy Doll inside out to turn her into a different doll all together.
Subbuteo Football Set
Every family had that one person who was absolutely obsessed with football and would most likely ask for this football set.
The football game came with playing figures on weighted based which were positioned across the table top pitch and a number of different team kits and accessories to choose from.
Cadbury’s Dairy Milk Miniatures Dispenser Machine
No Christmas wish list was complete without some chocolate and, if you were lucky enough, then you would find this classic in amongst your presents on the big day.
There was nothing better than popping in some money and receiving a small bit of chocolate, it was such a wild concept to us when we were young - now of course there's vending machines.
Sega Mega Drive
Before we were scrambling for the PS5 and long before the XBox or even the wii, there was the Sega Mega Drive.
If, like me, it was your mum who grew up with this popular console then you used to beg her for a shot whenever you could.
From games like Sonic Hedge Hog to Jungle Strike, you could spend hours playing on the Mega Drive with your friends.
Raleigh Chopper Bike
Back in the 70s, when all you wanted was a bike for Christmas, the Raleigh Chopper bike was where it was at.
The main features of the Chopper which made them unique, included a padded backed seat and high handlebars.
Many 70s kids will remember popping this iconic bike on their Christmas wish list and hoping that they could see the outline of it among the presents under the tree.
Sindy Doll
Before there was Barbie, we Scots had Sindy Dolls and we loved them.
Barbie's iconic UK rival became the biggest selling toy back in the 60s and 70s, as well as seeing some popularity during the 90s before going of shelves.
If you really want to get nostalgic, then these popular kids dolls have been brought back by Argos with a brand new look.
Tressy Doll
If you didn't have Sindy or Barbie, then you most likely asked for a Tressy Doll from Santa when you were younger.
The fact that her hair grew was the main reason that you even wanted one in the first place.
After a press of her belly button, you could pull her hair out the top of her head to make it longer or shorter as you desired.
Johnny 7 Toy Gun
All young boys growing up back in 60s wanted one of these iconic toys because of all the different functions that they came with.
A Fisher Price Record Player
Fisher Price is so iconic that you still see it on kids Christmas wish lists today.
If you were a 70s baby, the iconic toy you wanted was the classic record player, which you can actually still get now.
A number of different retailers are known to be selling an updated version for this generation.
Corgi Aston Martin DB6 James Bond toy car
Those who grew up in the late 70s and 80s will recall the Corgi Aston Martin DB6 James Bond toy car, which came with an ejector seat.
Quite frankly, back when you were younger, anything James Bond themed made you feel invincible.
Walkie Talkies
Long before you seen kids with an android or a smartphone in their hand, the simple walkie talkies were our only means of communication.
Who remembers running to different rooms in the house on Christmas to send secret messages to your siblings?
These little gadgets came in extra handy when you were playing hide and seek and they kept you entertained for hours.
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