The transfers are printed in Italy, of course, but the background is printed in England. So this promotion was probably specifically intended for the UK.
These are Hasbro-type transfers, so this was a North American promotion — probably specifically Canadian. In fact, all but one of the following promotions are Canadian…
"Gillette Canada Ltd."
"PARENTS. As you are aware, play is an important part of growing up. All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy."
Photo sent in via email by Luby Kelley
Above three images sent in via email by Alan
Note that the card is copyrighted 1985, but the transfers 1986.
As you can see, we have No.2; we don't know how many were in the series, & have only caught a glimpse of No.1:
Printed in Italy in 1991, so therefore Acorn Printed Products.
Picture Credit: The SPLAT Scan Archives — Luby Kelley — Alan
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