The Squishy Journal

Squishy guides, care tips and desk ideas from the Squishy Toybox team.
Woman squeezing a blue squishy stress ball on a sofa, a calming sensory toy for stress relief
Sensory Toys for Stress Relief: Why Squishies Work and How to Choose
Why do squishy sensory toys help you unwind? A practical look at stress relief toys, how to choose the right texture, and easy ways to use them at home, work... Read more...
Hands squeezing a giant butter stick squishy, a jumbo slow rising squishy toy
Jumbo Squishy Guide: How to Choose the Best Giant Squishy Toy
Thinking about a jumbo squishy? Learn what makes giant squishies great, how to pick the right size, texture and rise speed, and how to care for yours. Read more...
Bulk mochi squishy toys ready for a Halloween trick-or-treat bowl
Non-Candy Halloween Treats: 10 Squishy Ideas for Trick-or-Treaters
Every Halloween the same question comes up at the front door: what do you hand out besides candy? Non-candy treats are easier on teeth, friendly to kids with food allergies,... Read more...
Fruit mochi squishy toys, perfect squishy party favors for birthdays and classrooms
Squishy Party Favors: 12 Easy Ideas for Birthdays, Classrooms and Goodie Bags
How to choose squishy party favors, how many to buy, and the easiest ways to hand them out at birthdays, in classrooms and in goodie bags. Read more...
Taba hamster squishy, a soft slow rising silicone stress relief toy
The Complete Guide to Slow Rising Squishies
What slow rising squishies are, the main types, how to choose one and how to make it last. Read more...
Marbled rainbow butter squishy sticks, a slow rising squishy, from Squishy Toybox
Butter vs Taba Squishy: What's the Difference and Which Should You Choose?
Butter squishies slowly rise; taba squishies stretch with a soft, sticky silicone feel. Here's how they compare and which one is right for you. Read more...
Four glitter stress cube squishy fidget toys for the desk
5 Best Squishy Toys for Stress Relief at Your Desk
Looking for a quiet, satisfying way to unwind at work? These five squishy styles make great desk companions. Read more...
Yellow butter squishy stick, a slow rising stress relief toy, from Squishy Toybox
Butter Squishies vs Mochi Squishies: Which Stress Toy Is Right for You?
Butter squishies and mochi squishies feel very different. Here is how they compare in texture, squish and use, so you can pick the right stress toy. Read more...