While not everyone is a huge fan of Valentine’s Day, I see it as a great excuse to spoil someone you love.  Of course, this could mean taking your partner of ten years out for a night on the town or turning off your cell phone, getting take out and enjoying a quiet evening of quality alone time.

If you’re looking for a last minute gift idea that’ll set you up for plenty of good times in 2010, I’ve compiled a list of great products that are sure to please.

1.  Energizing Foaming Bath – Everyone loves a good bath and it’s one of my favorite ways to relax after a long, hard day. What’s even better, is that whether I’m running a bath for my partner or treating myself to a good long soak, it seems that an orgasm is usually in store for someone!

2. Mini Mini Wanachi – This cordless massager is perfect for sexy times or working out the kinks! The relaxing vibrations relieve tension and reduce muscle fatigue, giving your aching body the recharge it deserves.

3. Nina Hartley’s Guide To Simultaneous Orgasms – This is a great DVD for couples who are looking to connect on an even deeper level. No one does educational DVD’s like adult superstar Nina Hartley!

4. Savoure Moi – Strawberry - This strawberry flavored lotion from Fun Factory is sure to heat things up and is the perfect dessert to end a special Valentine’s Day dinner!

5. Chains of Love Bondage Kit – I couldn’t make this list without adding something a little kinky. This kit from Pipedream is all you need to explore your naughty side and turn your fantasies into reality.

Head over to Sextoys.com for more great gift ideas.

I recently had a chance to check out another high-end vibe from Fun Factory, the Stranger. This silicone toy is one of the six sexy G2 toys and I was pretty excited to give it a try because I love my Heartbreaker, a vibrator from the same line.

The Stranger is almost 7 inches long, with 5.75 insertable inches and a 4.5 inch circumference. In my opinion, I’d say this is a pretty standard size and good for both beginners and toy enthusiasts. The tapered head, when combined with your favorite water-based lube, make for easy insertion and I really loved the way the ribbed body feels.

The toy is pretty simple to operate and works exactly like the Heartbreaker. Once the batteries are inserted, all you need to do is turn the dial base to turn it on and increase or decrease the vibration. Everyone hates the design of Fun Factory’s battery compartments because they are a little tricky to get into, but if you read the instructions you should be all right. I personally appreciate the fact that I’ve never had a single issue with water getting into the electronic parts of these waterproof toys because the compartment is totally secure. I’d rather take a few minutes to figure out the mechanics of this toy than have my toy ruined the first time I take it in the shower!

The motor is at the base of the shaft, so the vibrations are strongest there instead of the tip. Silicone, besides being phthalate-free, transfers vibration quite well so the entire toy has a pretty decent buzz, but if you’re looking for a toy for external stimulation only, your might be better off with something like the Baby Bug. All in all, I would give this toy a 3.5 out of 5 on the power scale. It’s no Hitachi Wand (the only toy that gets a 5 on my scale) but there is definitely enough power to make my toes curl up.

One thing I really love about the Stranger is that the silicone shaft can be sterilized. All you need to do is wipe it down with a ten percent bleach solution and you’re ready to share your toy with a friend!

We love Fun Factory toys and want the world to feel the same – don’t forget to enter for a chance to win FREE Fun Factory toys from Cupid’s Fun Factory!

We’re really excited about Cupid’s Fun Factory Giveaway and I thought it was the perfect time to highlight my favorite toys from Fun Factory. When I first started seriously getting into toys, Fun Factory was the first high-end company I fell in love with and they haven’t let me down since!

1. Heartbreaker – This is the first silicone vibe I bought years ago and I’m pleased to report it’s still running and getting me off! I love the ribbed body and it’s flexible enough to hit all of the right spots.

2. Baby Bug – This little guy is perfect for travel and totally cute! I love little bullet vibes and the fact that this one is made from body safe silicone makes it a must have in my book. I gave a friend who was new to toys this as a intro and she’s hooked!

Fun Factory's Bandito

3. Magnum – This is a pretty standard dildo, but I think it’s just about perfect for use with a harness. It’s the perfect size and density in my opinion and another toys that’s good for people who are newish to sex toys.

4. Bandito – This is another top notch silicone dildo, but a little fancier than the Magnum. There’s all sorts of bumps and swirls for a little extra texture and that g-spot curve is to die for!

5. Smart Balls – While these aren’t the sexiest item on my list, it’s really important for women to do their Kegel Exercises and these are my favorite way to workout. All you have to do is pop them in and go about your business! It’s a piece of cake and I’d be lying if they don’t turn me on a bit while I’m dusting!

While those are the toys I find myself reaching for over and over again, you can always expect quality when you pick up something from Fun Factory!

We begin our Cupid’s Fun Factory giveaways this week with Fun Factory’s Wanda.

Wanda

Fun Factory’s Wanda dildo is a unique toy that’s sure to please thanks to the curved boys and delicious details. Silicone is a body safe material that is phthalate-free and can be sterilized in between sessions.

Wanda is relatively small, making it the perfect fit for beginners and anal play. A free sample of Fun Factory’s Toyfluid is included with this 6.5 inch dildo.

We will be giving away a toy each week all the way through Valentine’s Day.  Find the official rules here and enter to win!

Twister by Fun Factory

Most of our readers have become familiar with the fun and exciting sex toys produced by Fun Factory.  From the cute little dolphins, to the whimsical bookworms “Paul and Paulina” and the ferocious “Tiger,” Fun Factory has a range of products to suit every taste and desire.  Vibrators and dildos are just the beginning of the fare.  Fun Factory also produces some of the most interesting cock rings on the market and their Smart Balls are user favorites.

We had the opportunity to meet Rudy (Marketing) and Memo (Business Development),  from Fun Factory at the AVN Novelty Expo in Los Angeles and They impressed us as much as Fun Factory’s great products have.  Apparently, everyone was impressed with the Fun Factory team, with AVN giving them an O Award for Overall Outstanding Product Design.  So we asked if they would be willing to talk with us about Fun Factory and their fun, sexy toys and they agreed.  We think you’ll have a better appreciation for this great company after this interview.

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ST- First, congratulations again for the O Award.  It was obviously well deserved.  We constantly hear about how people appreciate the Fun Factory designs and the interesting take your company has on sex toys.  What goes into Fun Factory Designs?  Is there a team of people that work specifically on design, or is it a company-wide synergy that works with customers and outside designers?  Or is it something else?

Rudy – Thanks! We were delighted to win! It’s a mixture of all! For us, it’s all about functional and high design.  On one hand we do have many types of engineers on board including industrial/electrical and in the other extreme we conduct numerous and detailed focus groups with our end users which are all coordinated  and lead by our in house marketing and sales teams  who coordinate all the process.  Women’s input is essential when designing a functional, ergonomic and appealing product with a very fun design that is the signature of our company. As a fun point just as many women as men work in Fun Factory!

ST – While we’re on the subject of design, one of the things that we noticed is that Fun Factory always incorporates the highest quality (and safest) materials in sex toys.  We know that from a marketing standpoint, it is always better to incorporate safe materials.  Do those materials also allow you to work with more interesting designs that other materials wouldn’t support?

RK – Yes! Our medical grade silicone gives all our toys a nice touch and is also easier to manipulate into the fun designs that make it to production.  It is not as hard as some other plastics and rubbers, which helps us make our designs a reality.

ST – When your first name is Fun, you’re likely going to have a more whimsical take on things.  As we mentioned before, Fun Factory toys come in shapes consumers can’t find elsewhere, like the Merry Mermaid (which is more or less a rabbit design with a cool mythical twist).  How do consumers react to whimsical new designs?  Do these sell as well as more traditional shapes and styles that you offer?

Rudy – Customers already expect our products to be “not your typical” design. We have found that the highest acceptance is a semi-realistic with a “Fun” twist but even our more traditional shapes are different from the norm and sell just as well

THE Massively Popular Bandito

ST – One thing is certain, if you entered the Bandito into a popularity contest in the Sextoys.com offices, you’d have another award.  Our experts love this toy and so do our friends.  Among the common comments is that the design is perfect for hitting all of the right spots.  Because each body is different, it surprised me that so many people had the same praise for it.  Do you have a testing team that works with new designs to try to maximize each toy’s effectiveness?

Rudy– Absolutely! Although each woman’s body is different, certain areas are “similar in locations”. Our testing teams are composed of different types of women  who give their specific feedback during the design process. Also, as mentioned before, silicone is not as stiff as other materials and is more pliable which accommodates to different bodies

ST – Mechanically, Fun Factory designs are excellent and durable.  That durability makes toys last longer and therefore contribute less to waste.  Many of our customers ask about “green friendly” toys and how to play responsibly.  Your materials are environmentally friendly. We also know that you have rechargeable toys like the “DeLight” in your inventory.  Is this an area that the company is looking to expand in, or is the market demand still relatively low for rechargeable and green sex toys?

Memo – Definitely! Eco-Friendly is the way to go! Even though demand might be small in the US compared to Europe, it is only the beginning and will grow as more current users and new younger generations are aware of the need for environmental friendly products in all industries, not only adult.  I can tell you that the demand for the rechargeable DeLight keeps on growing as part of this trend! Fun Factory already uses packaging material that can be recycled and is constantly revising manufacturing processes to exceed minimum environmental standards. However there is more  to come in the near future…

ST – To this point, we’ve asked about what is already out.  Now we’d like to ask about what will be coming along.  Are there new designs coming soon that you’d like to share with our readers?

Memo – We are launching the new, very cool and portable microVIBES FLY which incorporates the Fun Factory design and quality, ideal for women on the go , and as a discreet all occasion present!   The price point is excellent in these tough economic times without sacrificing the Fun Factory high quality and design. We also have some great new technological advances coming soon… but  I am sworn to secrecy for the moment!

Ginger Leigh has the inside scoop on the microVIBES in her post today! Click Here for Details!

ST – We really appreciate your time and energy, as much as we appreciate the great products that you provide.  Finally, is there anything we haven’t discussed that you’d like to add?

Memo – I want to share some of the philosophy that guides our company. We believe that Fun Factory products are proof that erotic toys can be tasteful, cheerful and high value at the same time. By means of the aesthetic shapes and fun loving designs, we would like to help reduce inhibition thresholds and prejudices in order to facilitate acceptance and access of erotic toys for women and men. Each Fun Factory toy is a piece of craftsmanship!  Finally love yourself! We believe only those who love themselves can give love!

Check out our complete selection of Fun Factory sex toys!

We know that women love rabbit style vibrators.  There are always a number of them among our Best Sellers on the site and, thanks to a guest spot on Sex in the City, they are one of the most talked about sex toys.

For those of you who are in the dark about these amazing vibes, let me offer a quick explanation of what makes them so popular.  A traditional rabbit vibe, like the Rabbit Habit seen here, has a vibrating shaft that rotates with an attached clit stimulator that often looks like a bunny, hence the name.  If you’re smart, in my opinion, you’ll pick up one that also has rotating beads in the shaft for extra amazing stimulation.

I’m a huge fan and proud owner of the Rabbit Habit, and I want women to share in the pure bliss that is an evening spent with one of these mind-blowing toys.  Because of this, we’ve recently added a new category to sextoys.com that highlights all of our finest Rabbit Style Vibrators.  Because they are so popular, there are a million available and we wanted to help you narrow down your choices by eliminating clunky jelly toys from the mix.

All of the toys included are made from phthalate-free materials like medical grade silicone, elastomer and TPR. You’ll find plenty of classics, but we’ve also added a few new interpretations of this style like Fun Factory’s Mary Mermaid.

This gorgeous toy takes all of the great things about these vibes, and combines them in an artistic new version crafted from 100% medical grade silicone.  And don’t worry, you can’t see them, but that lovely lady houses rows of rotating pearls for an extra special touch.

The romantic mermaid delights with her enchanting design: a flowing structure and an anatomical shape.

The invigorating rotations of the beaded shaft stimulate vaginally while wonderful vibrations pamper the clitoris. Indescribably exhilarating.

If you’ve never tried one of these fabulous orgasm machines, you should definitely look into them.   If you’re looking to upgrade, you’re going to love our new selection of quality toys!

Despite having what is in my opinion an unappealing name, I can’t help but wonder about Fun Factory’s Scrudy dildo.  I find myself checking it out over and over again and pondering those twists and turns.  It’s unlike any other toy I own, and one I hope to add to my collection in the near future.

The Scrudy is a twisty silicone dildo that’s lots of fun no matter where you try it! Made of hygienic, non-porous silicone, it can be boiled to sterilize for safe and healthy play. A special three-lobe base is easy to hold, harness compatible, and concave in the center to act as a suction cup on smooth surfaces!

The tilted tip feels amazing against the G-spot when used vaginally, and works equally well on the male prostate when used anally! A fun dildo of moderate length and girth that will fit perfectly in any sex toy collection. Only water based lubricants should be used with this toy.

Can any one recommend the Scrudy?  I’m definitely interested in finding out what people have to say about this intriguing toy!

GiGi

I don’t want to steal Ginger’s wish list thunder, but I thought it might be interesting to create my own. I mean, I’ve been in this biz for years and this list is truly the answer to those of you who want to know what to get for the girl who has everything! I’ve been reviewing toys for a long time and I definitely know what I like – these are a five items I would love to get my greedy little hands on.

1. Lelo’s Gigi – I have quite the collection of Lelo toys, but somehow never managed to score a Gigi. It’s a real shame because I love g-spot stim and think this might quickly become my favorite vibe if it ever finds it’s way into my arsenal.

2. Tantus’ Suction Cup – This is truly a gift for the woman who has it all. While there are a bunch of Tantus dongs I would love to own, this one simple item would make a number of toys I already own new again! What an investment.

3. Ophoria Pleasure Dildo #6 – I have a lot of super awesome silicone dildos, but I’ve never tried anything from Ophoria. I really feel like it’s my job to have first hand knowledge of any new and exciting lines, so I need this one to be a good employee! This looks like a pretty standard toy, but I figure that’s the best way to get an idea about what this company is all about.

4. Alumina Flow – Each of the four toys in the Tantus Alumina line is made up of two pieces that screw together. You may think that’s not important, did you know that you can mix and match the pieces from each of the four toys and create your own! I already have the Pace and love it, but I’m itching to create my own sex toy. Because of that, I need this toy.

5. Share – I have and love the Feeldoe, but I definitely want to compare it with this awesome double ended dildo from Fun Factory. I’ve heard so many good things about the Share from friends and I will never say no to a quality silicone toy!

So, there you have it. Five toys that this very picky reviewer would love to welcome into her home! I’ve got so many toys that I’ve become a little hard to please, but I have few doubts these would rock my world.

Ever wonder what goes on in a sex toy factory?  Well, thanks to Vice Magazine, you can now take a sneak peek behind the scenes at the Fun Factory um… factory in Northern Germany.  It’s an interesting read, you’ll get to know a little bit more about the folks who spend 9-5 piecing together sweet silicone vibes.

There’s also a great slideshow that I really enjoyed.  It’s weird to see rows upon rows of cocks lined up just waiting to bring girls to screaming orgasm!  The article is quite amusing, including this gem:

It’s no surprise that the Fun Factory lays claim to its share of direct-hit orgasms. Dirk’s secret weapon is his quality-control group: A crack team of 20 individuals—14 women and six men—between the ages of 20 and 45, who spend their days at home in pajama tops and slippers, testing Fun Factory products.

I have to assume that these 20 lucky folks have a few more responsibilities, but if not I hope someone will consider me for a position! Anyways, it’s a fun and interesting read I recommend.

We offer a ton of great Fun Factory toys on sextoys.com and recommend them highly!

Head over to Vice Magazine to check out Surrogate Cocks, Inc.

Summer is right around the corner and I’m sure there are plenty of you who are looking forward to getting outside and enjoying the best of the season.  I’m all about summer sports and I can guarantee I’ll be riding more than one wave this summer, thanks to this unique dildo from the brilliant minds at Fun Factory.

The only thing that’s sweeter than a day on the beach is the amazingly soft pure silicone Fun Factory uses to create all of their top of the line toys.

The wave dildo is perfectly curved for G-spot stimulation, and features four thick overlapping waves on the inside of the shaft, for amazing penetration and thrusting sensations!

Firm yet flexible silicone material is non-porous, compatible with all water based lubricants, and can even be boiled to sterilize after playing or before sharing with a partner. The wide harness-compatible base is easy to grip for mutual pleasure or self use, and concave on the underside to act as a suction cup. The Wave comes in a lovely deep violet or a cheerful aqua blue, and is sure to become your new favorite sex toy!

If you’re not looking to hang ten with The Wave, be sure to check out the rest of our Featured Products for Women.  I’m sure you’ll find something to heat up the summer!

You can also add this to your wish list of up to $1,000 worth of FREE sex toys in Ginger Leigh’s Fabulous Shopping Spree!