Top 5 objects to survive a boring day out

At some point, we all have to suffer a boring day out. Whether you had high hopes for a fun-filled trip and it was duller than dishwater, or you just KNOW this is going to be like watching paint dry – we have some objects in our V&A collection to help you cope…

Screaming face mask

A photo of a navy blue face mask showing an open mouth with red tongue and white fangs on a grey mannequin head

Why hide screaming inside when you can let this funky mask designed by US brand, The Kills, do it for you? And as an added bonus, you won’t catch germs off the general public.

Ghost Castle Game

A photo of the 1985 board game Ghost Castle showing the board game box and game itself against a black ground with pink borders

It’s spooky season all year around with this 1980s classic. Whip this out and we guarantee – nobody will be bored ever again! Made in 1985, the game’s eerie and interactive design, including the mechanical ghost that moves around the board, was inspired by classic horror films. Get in ghouls, we’re going scaring!

Ventriloquist doll

A photo of a ventriloquist doll wearing a grey jacket and red trousers in a seated upright position on a grey background with pink borders

Bring this doll with you and let it do the talking. A sure fire way to get out of a dull conversation, or start an exciting conversation! People will either be grateful for the entertainment, or run screaming, leaving you in blissful peace.

Just a quick random question – you don’t have to answer it if you don’t want to.

Have you ever visited the Young V&A museum?
3 3d Yōkai hang from the ceiling at Young V&A museum, they are 3 Yōkai made from umbrellas. 1 is large and black with a big pink tongue, the second is a colourful bird, the third is one that looks like a human figure with a large flower for a head

Yes and I love it! 11%

Yes, but only once 6%

No, but I’d like to! 34%

I don’t know what it is? 48%

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Be fabulous!

A photo of a turquoise feather coat over a gold glittering jumpsuit against a grey background with orange borders

Show up wearing this and be the talk of the town. There is nothing like the power of an incredible outfit to save even the most sleep-inducing situations. And bonus points for swishing those feathers!

Play Devil’s Halo

A photo of a toy called 'The Devil's Halo' showing a black box with 6 gold sticks of varying length sticking out with loops on the end and a blue cord against a white background

The name alone is intriguing enough to try this 1980s puzzle out! The aim of the game was to remove the blue cord from the shortest rods off all the rods. This must have taken some time, so plenty to keep you amused here!

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