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Discreet storage is coveted by folks all over the world… and not just for sex toys! You can save yourself from accidental/intentional discovery of not only potentially embarrassing items, but also the loss of expensive items. Anyone with children or roommates will gladly tell you that they like to “borrow” things…

The beauty of ToiBocks is that when people go into your room, they don’t even notice it. It appears as a jewelry box and just blends in to everything else that is ‘supposed’ to be there. One recent reviewer is keeping her ToiBocks in the living room, right on a book case. She’s had her parents (and his parents) over and no one even noticed it, which is exactly how it was designed.

There are tons of different things you can keep in a ToiBocks, including but not limited to:
Intimate photos
Love letters
Chocolate!
Jewelry
Birth control
Household cash
Smoking materials
Medical items
Full size DVDs
Adult novelties
Any potentially embarrassing items

A few of our favorites:
- A teacher keeps a ToiBocks on her desk to store maxi-pads! She can keep candies in there too… keeping 2nd graders out of her personal business.

- A working mom puts her son’s expensive ($8 each ‘with’ insurance) medicines inside the ToiBocks (with other things) when her cleaning lady is scheduled to come.

- A business owner keeps his extra cash, credit cards, etc in his ToiBocks because he has staff in and out of his home on a regular basis.

- A college student keeps her tampons, money and cigarettes in the ToiBocks when she leaves her dorm room.

- A diabetes sufferer keeps her sharps in her ToiBocks, out of the reach of her nieces and nephews who visit regularly.

- A medical marijuana user keeps his marijuana, papers and lighter in his. Although not designed to be airtight, ToiBocks design does hold in the smell of marijuana well, so his kids can’t smell it… or get to it.

- I, personally, keep my Swiss army knife in my ToiBocks because my 4 year old kept ‘playing’ with it.

Regardless of your reasoning, ToiBocks can keep your personal items away from prying eyes and sticky fingers… right out in the open.

So, we like to ask… where do you hide yours?

Wanted to post our latest review.  If you’re considering ToiBocks for storage of your intimate items, this is a good example of why this reviewer loves her ToiBocks.

Here is the link to the blog site, Tales from the ToiBox which is NSFW (Not Safe For Work) and the text of the review is below.

Do you have roommates? Children? Nosy in-laws? Yup, it’s as I feared. You also likely have no privacy, a hoard of poorly hidden sex toys, and too many busy bodies sticking their noses where noses never belonged. You, my dear friend, need a ToiBocks. I mean literally need it. It’s detrimental to your sexual health, overall happiness and well being. No, don’t even try to dissuade me. I will witness your horny frustrated sufferings no longer! Prepare to be liberated from your previously depressing lifestyle of secrecy and paranoia. So, what is a ToiBocks, you ask? Oh dear, it’s worse than I thought..

Okay, let me break it down for you. The ToiBocks is a discreet, locking storage system that’s no more incriminating than a jewelry box. Made of a gorgeous, smooth, cherry finished wood, it is a very classy addition to any dresser or nightstand.  Upon opening the hinged lid you are greeted by a luxurious red velvet interior. All that is immediately visible is the top tray, which can be used for jewelry, toys, or anything else you’d like to keep close at hand. I most often use this section for jewelry, as I don’t want my mom, grandma, or any other guests getting a naughty surprise! It’s pretty obvious that there’s a compartment underneath, because of the ToiBocks’ depth, as well as the seam where the inside of the box meets the outside edges of the tray. But anyone who tries to lift it and peek underneath will be met with resistance, because this little beauty has a hidden lock! I won’t tell you how to open it, as that is a secret only its owners are privy to. However, I will divulge that it locks using a magnetic key which can be stored on the ToiBocks itself, or tucked away somewhere safe.

Let’s talk dimensions. In total, the ToiBocks is 11″ long, by 7″ wide, by 6.25″ tall. It’s not very large, but can hold an unprecedented amount! Really, there’s more room in there than you’d first suspect. The secured storage compartment underneath is 10″ long, by 6″ wide, by 2.5″ tall. Like I said, not huge, but big enough to store quite a few things! Really, it could be used to store anything you like: toys, porn, documents, valuables, or even cash. Personally, I just use mine for sex toys and accessories. Currently my ToiBocks is occupied by the Freestyle, Noemie, Wave Wand, Mia, Ophoria K-balls, Delight click ‘n’ charge, Ella, & an mp3 player (to accompany the Freestyle). I could honestly fit much, much more within its confines, but I prefer to keep only my favorite, most frequently used playthings there. It’s so convenient to have them right at my fingertips the moment I want or need them. If spontaneity strikes,  I don’t want to go digging through boxes to find what I’m looking for. For that reason, the ToiBocks is really a great ‘heat of the moment’ accessory. I suppose if you’re really strapped for space, and don’t mind others seeing your sexy collection, you could always remove the tray and pile your toys sky high. For me though, my favorite feature is definitely the fact that it can be neatly closed and hidden away.

As far as maintenance for this item goes, I’d merely suggest using a standard wood surface cleaner, and a soft cloth. Never use abrasive objects to scrub or wipe your ToiBocks, as they will likely scratch or otherwise mar the finish. Keep all lubes, lotions, and body butters tightly contained to prevent leaks, which could stain the interior. Treat it right, and this quality built item is sure to last you for years to come.

In closing, this is a truly creative, well thought out storage system that would fit well with any decor and is very functional. The ToiBocks would make a lovely gift for a friend, relative, or even just yourself. Perfect for practically anyone, regardless of age, marital status, or living circumstance. An exquisite piece, which will eternally rest in it’s rightful place, next to my bed.

First, I want to thank Tamara Bell for giving me an outlet for my writing and to all the folks who’ve contacted me to say they enjoyed my articles.  I always enjoy writing and it’s nice to see something that I’ve done helping someone else and perhaps helping them avoid some of the mistakes I’ve made along the way.

This article was written for folks who are running their own party plan but it really applies well to anyone who is in business for themselves.

Running ToiBocks has been the hardest thing I’ve ever done.  The sacrifices, the heartache, the joy and the elation from hearing that first ‘gasp’ when a person sees how the ToiBocks works for the first time… the emotions really run the gamut!

Anyway, here is the article:

If it is to be it’s up to me?

By Dawn Tulman
President, ToiBocks Inc.

Years ago I was involved in a major multi-level marketing organization and while that turned out to be not my cup of tea, I learned quite a bit from the support materials of books, tapes and quotes.  One of the most repeated quotes was “If it is to be, it’s up to me!”  I repeated it with fervor, making it my mantra, thinking it represented “I can do it.”  Now, all these years later I wonder if the law of attraction didn’t kick in at some point and essentially create a self-fulfilling prophecy for me?

I say this because it turned out for me that it did end up being completely up to me… almost all of it – the sales, marketing, bookkeeping, administrative tasks, meetings, phone calls, emails.  I found myself doing it all.  As my business grows I’m able to add on key people who can handle some of these things for me, but in the end it is my responsibility to make sure these things are getting done the right way in the right time period because if the people I’ve chosen to do those things don’t do them, I am the one who has to or I’m the one who suffers the most.

Owning my own business has been a lot like raising a child. I was the one who had to feed it, clothe it, socialize it, give it goals and nurture it.  Just like when you have a kid, there are supportive folks in the periphery, your parents, your siblings or other family, teachers, team leaders… but at the end of the day it’s you they come home to, you who are ultimately responsible for helping them grow into good little people.  It’s absolutely critical to have the right kind of support system.  Fortunately, for me, I made friends with a lot of influential people in my industry and business in general.  When I’m stuck on something I give them a call and they help me as best as they can.  I don’t have an “association” like HPPPA to readily give me answers to questions that I don’t even know I need to ask yet.  If I did, I’d jump on it with both feet for sure. I think www.score.org is the closest I’ve ever come.

Being in business is like playing chess, you have to always be thinking ahead to your next move and when you make a mistake, you need to think about what will prevent that mistake from happening again.  I recently took my kids to track practice and someone put a coupon for a basketball clinic on my windshield.  “Who would need that?” my son asked.  “Anyone who wants to be really good at basketball, maybe they want to play professionally.  Everyone who wants to be a professional ‘anything’ needs to get their mentoring from someone.  Whether it’s basketball or business, you can’t survive without mentors.”  Who is your mentor?  Who is giving you the creativity to come up with new ideas to keep your business strong and make it grow?  On this fifth anniversary of the HPPPA I wanted to bring extra attention to what your membership can really do for you.

Want to know what the latest and greatest toys are?  Want to know if a company you’re thinking about carrying has ever had any problems with their products?  Want to find out what distributors are closest to you to save on shipping costs, or offer the most variety of products, or have great customer service?  Want to find out the best samples to use as give-aways at your parties?  Want to learn what issues are affecting party planners at the moment?  Have a tax question?  Want to find out which tradeshows give you the best bang for your buck or which are closest to you for the least expensive travel options?  Want to know what software is good for keeping track of your inventory and your reps?  Need someone to look over your marketing plan?  Need to know how to create a marketing plan?  Need some training?  Want to learn to be more effective?  Needs some tips on how to keep a party going or how to book more parties?  These are all things you might not even have thought of, but they are all benefits to being a member of the HPPPA.

Sometimes we don’t even know what we need and it’s good to have someone to ask “This is my business, have I thought of everything or am I in for a surprise?”  Often, associating with people who have already done what you’re doing or what you want to do will help you figure out the chess moves before you even sit down to play.  Talking with someone about what it is working and what isn’t can help you pinpoint how to turn your shot into a 3 pointer.

Ultimately yes, if it is to be it’s up to me.  Up to me to ask the right questions, to make the right choices, and to know where to go to help formulate the answers.  It’s up to me to find the right people to help me do what I do best!

If you haven’t already signed up to be a member of HPPPA, it’s up to you to do so.

Dawn Tulman is the president of ToiBocks Inc.; she’s been married for 13 years and has three children.  ToiBocks is a jewelry box with a hidden lock mechanism that enables you to keep your intimate items on the nightstand for easy access while keeping out sticky fingers and prying eyes. The idea for ToiBocks was inspired when Dawn’s oldest daughter “discovered” one of her novelties in the nightstand and she could not find a product that met her need to keep her toys handy and secure right out in the open. For more information visit www.toibocks.com or contact Dawn at 818.395.8558.

I’ve seen quite a few articles and emails about products that are NOT made in the USA.  Everyone wants to support companies that are ‘made in the USA’ and for big companies like Colgate, I completely agree.  There’s no reason why Colgate cannot have their factory here in the US to create jobs and stimulate the economy.

I decided, as a small business entrepreneur, to bring to light how incredibly difficult it is for an inventor to actually start out getting “Made in the USA.”

For me, I still have yet to find a wood mill that can make my product.  So far I had two that said they could, but the samples were not up to snuff (the drawer wouldn’t even come out of the ToiTissue sample they made).  Then I found a guy in Ohio, only to find out he will have them made in China and import them to his wood mill.  I have posted requests for quotes on wood manufacturing websites, I’ve google searched, I’ve inquired everywhere I could think, but no luck.

You can find all kind of websites that will tell you what products are made here, but not very many that will tell you who can make your own stuff here…

Coincidentally (or maybe not if you believe in the law of attraction), I sat down to write this blog post just before I left to go to the International Lingerie show in Vegas.  I couldn’t get the Word press interface to work so I postponed the post.  Then at the show I met a guy who is friends with a wood worker who is interested in making my product.  We’re talking now and who knows where it will go but until I achieve my goal of having ToiBocks “made in the USA” I’m going to keep trying.

Then the question becomes, can I afford to be “Made in the USA”?  Feedback on the ToiBocks products now is that they’re a little ‘pricey.’ If I can work out manufacturing here I know it will be more expensive than in China so I would have to raise my prices.  I would have more ‘buy American’ customers, but how many ‘I can’t afford that’ customers would I lose?

Ah the trials and tribulations of being an entrepreneur…

I am a regular contributor to the Home Pleasure Party Plan Association’s magazine for their members. Thought I’d share this month’s article with you all. Note this is written for people who are party plan people, but the heart of the message is for everyone.

Valentine’s Day is all about the love
By Dawn Tulman

There are two ways to look at Valentine’s Day. One is as a special day set aside to acknowledge your love to your “Valentine.” The other is as a day to do what you should be doing all year long.

I used to not celebrate Valentine’s Day. I always made it a point to be romantic on a regular basis, to do sweet things for my beau, to be adventurous in the boudoir. Then I had three kids and sometimes… I don’t even remember to shower, much less invite him in with me! Now Valentine’s Day is having more meaning to me, is becoming more special because I know it will be OUR day. Yes, it’s ideal to have a day without your children on a regular basis but it’s not always possible, so I know I can count on this one day and plan for extras along the way.

I got an email from a customer who wrote to tell me that she’s using her ToiBocks to spice up her love life. When she first got it she hid some fuzzy handcuffs, a blind fold, a massage candle and a feather inside and handed the box to her mate. Once he figured out how to get inside (she had to help him) he used those items with her. She made little game out of it. The ToiBocks on her nightstand holds her favorite, regularly used toys and the one on his is their “game” box. They take turns putting different things inside and then he “unpacks” it like a little love kit for their intimate time together. Consider doing this for your customers. Making a little “list” of things that go well together for a romantic, intimate evening.

To me, intimate time is as important as privacy. What have you done lately for your mate? Maybe in your business you could make up a little card with some “love tips” to hand out at your parties. You are probably exposed to a great many ideas in your line of work and you can share those to enhance the experiences of those you’re selling to. Call it your “Top Ten Ideas for a Romantic Interlude” or something enticing. List out a few scenarios, print it on pink paper and see how many relationships you enhance with your ideas.

Encourage your customers to learn how to make more time for intimacy. For parents with children at home, suggest starting an “evening out” exchange with someone who has children their age. Every other week one set takes the others children and then you switch. Use that time alone to really spend some quality time with your partner, not cleaning the house! For customers who have no children talk about the “why” intimacy is so important. Women are all about the advice, considering copying some articles on intimacy and having them on the table for your customers to read during down times in your presentation. Encourage the women in the room to share how they make time for intimacy.

Make it a point to stand out from other people who do what you do. Develop your brand as someone who cares more about the customer than how much they purchase and the purchases will increase before you know it!

Dawn Tulman is the president of ToiBocks Inc.; she’s been married for 13 years and has three children. ToiBocks is a jewelry box with a hidden lock mechanism that enables you to keep your intimate items on the nightstand for easy access while keeping out sticky fingers and prying eyes. The idea for ToiBocks was inspired when Dawn’s oldest daughter “discovered” one of her novelties in the nightstand and she could not find a product that met her need to keep her toys handy and secure right out in the open. For more information visit www.toibocks.com or call 818.392.8558.

Hello All!

So excited that celebrity blogger Joshua Estrin loved the ToiBocks so much he added it to his Valentine’s Day gift list! Just because it vibrates doesn’t mean its dirty – A Valentines Day gift guide

ToiBocks is making it’s way through the mainstream world with as much success as it has garnered in the adult novelty and smoke shop markets. We were recently at the Atlanta, LA and NY gift shows with much success.

Although ToiBocks is a completely mainstream product, it is most unique in the adult novelty industry as there are no other products designed to keep private items discreetly on your nightstand where you can have easy access to them and your kids (or others) do not!

So, thanks for all your support! Would love for you to take a moment and read Joshua’s piece linked above and perhaps share it with your friends!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Dawn Tulman, President
ToiBocks, Inc.
(818) 392-8558
sales@toibocks.com
www.toibocks.com

CLUBX ADULT STORES AUSTRALIA CHOOSES TOIBOCKS FOR THEIR XMAS RETAIL CAMPAIGN

The Original ToiBocks does quite well for the holiday

ClubX Adult Stores Retail Development Manager Glenn Hill confirmed that an integral part of the chain’s Xmas retail offer was the launch of ToiBocks into the Australian market and after only having the ToiBocks in stock the three weeks leading up to the holiday he is pleased with the results. Glenn said “I’ve selected ToiBocks to become an important part of our Xmas sales drive for a number of reasons. Firstly, they are a stylish item which would not look out of place on any bedside table in Australian homes. Secondly, with restrictions on what type of product Adult Stores can promote through external advertising mediums, the ToiBocks is an item that will be readily acceptable for advertising agents to assist us in gaining maximum exposure. Thirdly, the versatility of the ToiBocks allows us to put a “cheeky” spin on our sales pitch whilst remaining within advertising guidelines.

“I guess the one aspect that sets this item apart from most other storage boxes is the “secret” compartment component. I have to admit, that without getting some guidance from the creator Dawn Tulman, I would still be trying to “unlock the secret.” This is a great selling point for our staff, and allows them to interact in a fun way with their customers.”

“Of course, the “secret” compartment is where we see the real opportunity to explain to customers how they can conceal their “toys” in a secure and discreet fashion. The potential of also obtaining “add on” sales of toys and novelties whilst demonstrating this feature is also very appealing.”
“We are very excited to be so well received in Australia,” said Dawn Tulman, president of ToiBocks Inc “we are looking forward to providing consumers with discreet storage options in many other countries as well.”
For more information contact ToiBocks by emailing sales@toibocks.com or by calling (818) 392-8558.

About ToiBocks
Based in Los Angeles, ToiBocks, Inc. offers uniquely stylish, discreet personal storage solutions that can be kept out in the open. For more information, please visit www.toibocks.com.

ModernAdult.com is now offering ToiBocks and ToiTissue to Canadian customers. Shipping from within Canada to Canadian customers saves you the hassle of dealing with Customs, Duty, etc. To purchase ToiBocks products please click on the Go To link below:

(NOTE: this is a site with images on it that are Not Safe For Work) Go to Modern Adult’s ToiBocks page

Modern Adult will also be distributing ToiBocks products in Canada, so if you have a store, website or business in Canada that would like to carry ToiBocks products, please contact Steve Callow Email: custserv@modernadult.com Toll-Free (Canada/USA) 1-866-724-7524.

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Two of my favorite “industry” people have reviewed the ToiBocks and gave it a big thumbs up!

Who are Freddy and Eddy? They’re a couple who are deeply committed to each other and to helping other couples find a new level of intimacy through reviews, advice and just simply sharing their experiences with others.

Here’s part of their About Us

We are a married couple – together since 1989 – who don’t ever want to lose the wonderful intimacy and sexual attraction in our relationship. We believe sex and intimacy are integral to the happiness and longevity of all relationships and that these components should be BETTER the longer we’re together. In other words, we wish to defy the stereotype that marriage shouldn’t be the sexiest and most fun time of our lives. Freddy – Ian – is the husband, Eddy – Alicia – is the wife (we’re now comfortable using our real names, incidentally). For the record, at one time we would’ve scoffed at visiting an adult store or cruising the web looking for sex toys. This site was created to address issues we OURSELVES had (and continue to encounter as we navigate the wonderful waters of marriage). We realize sex is a beautiful and natural occurrence, vital to fulfilling our roles as husband and wife. We need not be ashamed of our sexuality in any way, shape, or form and neither should you. Finally, we live in a house with a white picket fence and love to take our 10 year old son to the beach every chance we get. Probably just like most of you.

Here is their review of ToiBocks:

This box ROCKS. Plenty of space and gorgeous design set it apart from all others.
Synopsis: A line of stylish storage cases for all manner of sex (or otherwise) products.

Our Review: One of the most underserved categories in our industry is sex toy storage. Specifically, options that cater to the odd shapes and sizes of pleasure devices, while combining style and beauty at the same time. For Your Nymphomation and Devine Toys are both great options (FYN having the more diverse selection of the two), but neither approaches the traditional jewelry box in terms of being bedside table appropriate.

Then along came ToiBocks. Made of wood and velvet lined, this lovely container looks at home in almost any room, has plenty of space for even larger items, and locks securely to keep out unwanted snoopers (like kids). With two levels, one could conceivably keep rings and necklaces in the top compartment, while holding a couple favorite vibes or dildos underneath (with room to spare for lube, wipes, etc.). In ours, we keep our most necessary orgasm producers (Fun Factory Layaspot, Tantus Curve, Emotional Bliss Femblossom, and Sliquid Silk) in the spacious lower section, while keeping a few of our cock rings in the top. The ToiBocks even has a divider inside to further organize your fun.

Warning – spoiler alert!

However, as nice as the ToiBocks is, it has one more innovation we haven’t seen anywhere. That is, when you look at it from any angle, you can’t locate a locking mechanism. No key, no lock. Nothing. So how does it lock? Glad we asked. The designer managed to come up with an ingenious magnetic “key” in the form of a metal logo, that locks and unlocks the box. If you didn’t know about this feature prior to approaching the ToiBocks, you’d be hard-pressed to figure out exactly how to access the contents inside. In fact, we spent more than a few minutes in front of a grinning Dawn Tulman – the inventor of the ToiBocks – trying to unlock the mystery before finally giving up at a trade show in 2008. Kudos, Dawn, you stumped Freddy and Eddy, bigtime!

In conclusion, this is one of those “must-have” accessories for anyone looking to store their private fun within arm’s length. Not only is the ToiBocks a lovely little piece of decor, but it also keeps the dust away while protecting toys from possible light degradation. It’s sturdy construction means years (if not a lifetime) of use and we’ve installed ours right next to our bed where it serves up frisky contents night after night. Oh, and did we mention it is a gorgeous piece of functional furniture, regardless? For all of these reasons, we give the ToiBocks our highest recommendation and rating.

To purchase a ToiBocks or ToiTissue or a plethora of other items you can visit their online store here (NSFW): http://www.freddyandeddy.com/productreviews/suppliments/toibocksreview.html

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