Doug in Hand

WDWNT on August 4, 2011


I got my Disney Afternoons Doug two pack yesterday. The package was a bit weather beaten, but the set was safe inside. The box art matches all the other Disney Afternoons sets with a black and white theme and characters from the show on it. The figures themselves looked pretty good. I was a little disapointed that Doug could not hold the “Beets” album. It just sits there at his feet. (So I don’t think it succeeds as a good accessory.)
The backs are really extra plain on the bodies. The only detail is Porkchop’s tail.
But check out the ears.
On the front of the ears are Doug’s diary with mentions of Patti and Skeeter. Maybe those will be the two in the next set?
On the back of the ears are drawings of Doug and Porkchop as superheroes. These are Quailman and Quaildog from several episodes of the series.
In case you wondered, this set is a LE of 1000 and designed by Christopher Chapman. (And apparently made in China)

Kermit and Animal on Display at D-Street

WDWNT on August 4, 2011

Both the Kermit and Animal 9″ Muppet 2 figures come out on August 5 in D-Street and Online. They are both LE 1500 and retail for $44.95. There was a nice surprise on Kermit’s back by the way.

Kermit and Animal 9″ Muppets 2
Back of 9″ Kermit’s hat

Look at that! Even tourist Kermit gets his name stitched into the back of his ear hat.

9″ Kermit Muppets 2
9″ Animal Muppets 2

Animal’s drumstick was a little smaller than we expected from the pictures, but it’s a nice fit in his hand and with the size of the figure.

9″ Animal Muppets 2

“Key to the Kingdom” WDW 40th Anniversary Ink and Paint Cel Premieres

WDWNT on August 4, 2011

Art of Disney Parks recently announced a new Ink and Paint Cel that is on the way just in time for Walt Disney World’s 40th anniversary:

Event: Key to the Kingdom Ink and Paint Cel Premiere
Special Guests: Disney Design Group Artist, Costa Alavezos and Ink & Paint Artists, James Bonserio, Erin Magill, Theodora M. DeLaney, David Rippberger, Lynn Rippberger, Sharon K. Vincent
Event Date: Saturday, September 3, 2011
Event Times: 10:00am -1:00pm & 2:00pm – 5:00pm
Event Location: Studios Animation Gallery, Disney’s Hollywood Studios™

Celebrate 40 Magical years with the newest commemorative release from the Disney Studios Ink & Paint Team!

Key to the Kingdom captures the essence of wonder and excitement that comprised the magical kingdom since it opened its gates on October 1, 1971.

The talented Ink & Paint team hand painted the iconic Mickey Mouse and loveable Pluto onto each Key to the Kingdom cel in this celebratory release comprised of 1500 cels.

An exclusively designed pin has been created to commemorate the release of the new cel, the pin is available with the first 750 orders placed for a framed cel only.



Key to the Kingdom
Limited Edition Pin

The Ink and Paint cel frames are wooden frames with options of either black or gold finishing.  All Ink and Paint cels are framed in museum grade plexi to preserve the delicate art.

If you are unable to attend the premiere of Key to the Kingdom, but would still like to purchase the Ink & Paint cel, please contact Walt Disney Event Services to pre-order your cel.

All pre-orders must be placed with
Walt Disney Event Services no later than
Friday, September 2, 2011 by 3:00pm EST.

Walt Disney Event Services
at 407-827-7600
Monday – Friday
9:00am – 12:00pm & 1:00pm – 5:00pm

Key to the Kingdom 
IS AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING FRAME OPTIONS:

FRAMING OPTIONS & RETAILS
Unframed Cel $125
Black Frame and Cel $215
Black Frame with Pin and Cel $240
Black Frame with Pin, Postcard and Cel $265
Gold Frame and Cel $290

Back in Stock: Pin Trader Vinylmation Combo from Trade City 2010

WDWNT on August 4, 2011

Remember these? It looks like Disney dug up some of last year’s LE Pin Trader 9″ Vinylmation, 3″ Mickey Pin and Pin combos that were sold at last year’s Trade City event. We found a few for sale (as of August 4) at the Pin Traders Kiosk at Downtown Disney Orlando:
Vinylmation display at Pin Traders Kiosk at Downtown Disney Orlando

This 3 piece set retails for $99.95, was designed by Maria Clapsis and is LE 950. Here is a closer look at the 2 Vinylmation.

9″ Pin Trader Vinylmation
3″ Mickey Pin

I really like the 3″ figure in this set. It’s Mickey on the front and the back of the Vinylmation looks like the back of a Disney Pin. I actually traded my Day of the Dead Pin from my combo for this 3″ figure. So if you missed it and would like to add it to your collection, head over to Downtown Disney.

D23 Auction Vinylmation Table

WDWNT on August 4, 2011

Where do you put your Vinylmation when you run out of space on your shelves, bookcase, entertainment center, shower, window sills, computer desk, dog house, and closets? Stuff them into a coffee table of course! Check out the Vinylmation coffee table available in the D23 Expo Auction. The D23 Expo 2011 Live Auction will be held on Saturday, August 20, 2011 at 8:00 PM pacific on Stage 23 at the Anaheim Convention Center. Only registered Guests may participate in the Live Auction. Tickets for the D23 Live and Silent Auction Package are $45.00 each. No discounts will be offered in conjunction with this package. Separate D23 Expo admission is required. To purchase an auction ticket visit www.disneyurl.com/d23auctions. See the entire catalog here.

Vinylmation Table up for auction at D23

From the auction catalog:
Over 200 three-inch Vinylmation figures from various collections including Pirates of the Caribbean, Toy Story, Sea Creatures, Urban Series and more can be found on display in this custom made Vinylmation coffee table. The hinged top allows easy accessibility to add or change out Vinylmation figures from your own personal collection. Dimensions: 20” H x 57.5”W x 37.75”D

Ya, I wouldn’t mind adding this to my house. The best part is that you get to open it up and put your own Vinylmation in there. How much do you think this will sell for?

Florida Project RSP Info

WDWNT on August 4, 2011

If you submitted an RSP (Random Selection Process) for Pins or Vinylmation at The Florida Project (if you didn’t, it’s too late), and you missed the confirmation email details, here are a couple important dates:

August 12
We will know right around this date the results of the RSP. What did you put first? (pins or Vinylmation)

August 26
This is big day our cards get charged.

Minnie’s Fly Girls Coming To Condor Flats

WDWNT on August 3, 2011

An interesting post today on the Disney Auditions Website looking for performers for a new stage show called Minnie’s Fly Girls coming to Condor Flats. Here actual post:

Disney Parks Talent Casting is seeking Female and Male Singer/Actors for Minnie’s Fly Girls Charter Airlines, a tune-filled “travelogue” of song, dance and Guest interactive moments, fueled by the adventurous optimism of three bright “stewardesses” (also known as Minnie’s Fly Girls), a witty control tower operator, and our charter airline owner herself — Minnie Mouse! This brand new show will be performed outdoors, at Disney California Adventure® Park.

The show looks like it will consist of four “Fly-Girls,” one “Control Tower Operator” and of course Minnie in a show that will take place in Condor Flats. Now from what it sounds like it will be in front of Fly ‘n’ Buy with the Operator in the tower that is on the roof of that store. The post is listing the show to go into rehearsal this September and premiere some time in October. Stay tuned to Disneyland News Today as more details surface.

 

A Small Golden Gate!

WDWNT on August 3, 2011

The Tins are back! Well, at least they keep coming. Today vinylmation.com announced that San Francisco is getting a 3″ exclusive of the Golden Gate bridge. Very cool. This figure has no edition size and is designed by Gerald Mendez. It will be released on August 27th at the Stockton Street Disney Store.

The front has a beautiful picture of the Golden Gate Bridge.
The back has a longer shot of the bridge covered in fog.
I like how the picture of the bridge on the vinyl on this side of the box…
connects to this side of the box…
the around to this side too.

Vinylmation in Motion

WDWNT on August 3, 2011

What classic EPCOT attraction did you enjoy more: Horizons or World of Motion? Everybody gushes over Horizons, but for me, the humorous scenes and unforgettable characters made World of Motion the EPCOT attraction I hold closeest to my heart. So, I can’t believe I missed this Disney Parks Blog post back in January. Steven Miller, when talking about retro EPCOT merchandise, stuck this picture into the post:

Photo from Disney Parks Blog

Do you recognize this guy? It’s the Sea Serpent from World of Motion who is found looking right back at Christopher Columbus who is searching for the New World. Steven remarked that this figure will be in a future Park series.

Photo from www.MeetTheWorldInProgressland.blogspot.com

An interesting piece of information I found out while looking for the picture above, is the Sea Serpent currently resides at Disney’s California Adventure!

Meet The World In Progressland posted this description on where to find the Sea Serpent: “he is hidden behind the buildings on the north side of the Hollywood Backlot, just next to the Hollywood Backlot Stage. He’s surrounded by some wooden barriers that have “Props Dept.” stenciled on them, as well as a few other props such as some Roman columns and a Chinese rickshaw.”


I’m excited about all the retro type Park Vinylmation coming out. WDW Ticket, Retro EPCOT Guide Map, Kitchen Kabaret… Check out our Park 7 Explained Page for a look at what’s ahead. What classic piece of EPCOT would you most like to see in Vinylmation?