Indie silicone impresario ShopDad, of GoblinTreasures and partner in countless collabs, says, “The Goblin Award is something we commissioned and had sculpted (by Allison at Something Squishy Toys, another indie manufacturer) as a way to recognize people who went above and beyond to support indie sex toy companies. Considering the way the AltStar Awards have consistently given us a seat at the table, helped put our products in front of more people, and recognized the art and innovation we bring, it was definitely time.”

AltStar would like to thank ShopDad and everyone who has contributed to Goblins from the bottom of our hearts. We also want to thank Bad Dragon, this year’s Presenting Sponsor of the AltStar Awards in Las Vegas, for sharing our vision to support independents. Many of the biggest names in adult got their first award recognition from the AltStar Awards because the specific attributes we look for – a combo of independence, originality, and excellence – can really lead to greatness.