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Say Aloha New Vinylmation!

WDWNT on December 3, 2012

A few news and notes out of Hawaii. The release date for the Aulani figures we saw previewed at Mickey’s Circus have appeared on Disney’s Events page. Disney has two figures listed and call them both “Minnie” but we are going to assume one is supposed to be “Mickey.” A misprint is a safe assumption since they also say “open edition” with an LE number of 1,500 right next to it AND a price tag of $24.95 which is ridiculous for a 3 inch figure. They also list them under the “Disneyland” section, but we believe they are an Aulani Resort in Hawaii specific (again, based on info given to us at Mickey’s Circus). AND, one more caveat, Aulani is a DVC resort so we are not sure if you must show your DVC membership or not to purchase these. Ok, enough explaining… here is what they look like…

We have also seen pictures from various sources of a wonderful 3″ Minnie Mouse with a grass skirt accessory.

As you can see, she comes in a beautiful Hawaii themed tin. It seems this figure was unceremoniously released on October 29, 2012 and is only available at the Ala Moana Shopping Center Mall on Oahu, Hawaii.

If You Had Three Wishes…

WDWNT on December 3, 2012

If you had a magic lamp, what three Vinylmation would you wish for? This new 2013 Daruma Wishes 3″ Genie Vinylmation from Japan sure conjures magical imagery.

It is also a bit on the mysterious side. We do know it has been released in Japan and is listed at the online Japan Disney Store for 1,200 Yen. But we have some questions from the artwork. Can anyone tell us what the idea with the eyes is? The close up bubble shows a black eye dot drawn in. Is it a customizable option on the figure? Let us know what your thoughts are. I think the lamp drawn onto the feet with the Genie rising up above is great, but the facial design isn’t as appealing as the Park 11 Genie in my opinion. Oh, and my answer to the question posed above?

1. Osborne 2009
2. Cinderella’s 60th
3. Wall-E

2013 Poster Series Release Dates… Maybe?

WDWNT on December 3, 2012

Disney announced something… I know that’s not specific but here are the details. According to the events calender on vinylmation.com there will be a release of a “2013 Series – 3-inch figure (Open Edition / Retail: $12.95)” on December 28th at D-Streets. They also have a January 11th release of a similar figure for the online Disney Store. We are assuming that means this is the first (and maybe second) release of the 13 2013 Poster figures we saw at Mickey’s Circus (seen above). Only, at Mickey’s Circus, they said there would be a limited edition of 2013 for each figure, not open edition like the website says. Maybe the website meant open box. We’ll follow up and give out more information as it becomes available.

Right now the events page is full of mistakes. They can’t even spell December correctly.

Very Merry Sorcerers Card

WDWNT on December 3, 2012

A new Sorcerer’s of the Magic Kingdom card will be available exclusively at the Magic Kingdom’s Very Merry Christmas Party this year.

Guests must show their party ticket and wristband at the Firehouse to receive the free card. It features Wayne and Lanny from Disney Channel’s popular Prep and Landing Christmas special. Make sure you print out our Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom card checklist before you head out to the parks.

2012 Dee Vee Award Show – Episode 096 Paint Drip Mickey Chaser

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2012 Dee Vee Award Show

After a long break, we’re back with the results of YOUR voting. The 2nd Annual Dee Vee award show with celebrity presenters and lots of fun! Woohoo! So relax into that Vinylmation print chair and listen as this years winners are announced. And thanks to everyone who voted!

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Pixar 1 Chaser!

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Pixar 1 Chaser, thanks to Sophie in the UK (click image below to see it)

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Barneys Vinylmation in NYC

WDWNT on December 3, 2012

Thanks to The Playwright, we have a look at the new Barneys 9″ designer Vinylmation from inside the Madison Ave. flagship in NYC. We also found out, a little detail omitted from Barneys website, the limited edition size is 200 each. The figures retail for $250 each and although the website says online only, they can be found in at least the Madison Ave and Beverly Hills stores.

Jack, Sally & Noah

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Noah has been announced as the WonderGround Gallery’s Artist in Residence for December. The WonderGround Gallery is located at the Downtown Disney District in Anaheim. Every Friday and Saturday night (excluding December 1) throughout the month, Noah will be meeting with guests, doing live performance art and debuting some of his newest works. Some of those works include Jack and Sally from the Nightmare Before Christmas.

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There will be a variety of merchandise including original artwork, limited edition giclees, deluxe prints and twenty-four custom Vinylmation figures.

Each figure comes complete with a coffin stand. Limit 1 per Guest. Noah will be on hand for a special appearance from 9am to 12 noon on the day of the release.

Please note: WonderGround Gallery will open at 8am on December 1. Wristband guidelines apply.

Wristband Distribution Guidelines:
Wristbands will be distributed entitling bearers to the opportunity to purchase Vinylmation released in association with this product release and signing. Wristbands for the custom Vinylmation will be distributed near Rainforest Cafe in the Downtown Disney District at 7:00 A.M.

We kindly ask that Guests do not line up for wristband distribution prior to 6:00 A.M. Queued Guests will be escorted to D-Street. D Street opens at 8:00 A.M. unless otherwise specified.
In addition, holding a place in line for others in your party will not be allowed. Guests who wish to obtain a wristband to purchase a custom Vinylmation must be present when the line forms or they will be escorted to the back of the line.

Wristbands will be valid for the purchase of the custom Vinylmation at D-Street in the Downtown Disney District until 1:00 P.M. on the day of distribution. Wristbands are limited. At 1:00 P.M. wristbands are no longer valid. Lost, stolen or damaged wristbands will not be replaced. Wristbands have no cash value. Restrictions apply. Subject to change without notice.

Artist Miss Mindy will also make an appearance on December 1 from 1pm-4pm for the release of her new 3D sculptures, and Mama’s Little Babies.

Also, artist Cheri Lewis will be at the gallery on December 29-30 from 1pm-4pm each day.

A Zloser Hook at Zooper Heroes

WDWNT on December 3, 2012

The Vinylmation Blog likes to hold back secrets at times, but they had no problem divulging the identity of the Zooper Heroes yesterday.

This is the next 12 figure mystery series that will hit Disney Stores and online on December 10th. The blind boxes will retail for $9.95 and are full of various animals dressed up as super heroes.

To me, the classic comic book packaging is the best part about this set and becomes an early front runner for best packaging at the ’13 Dee Vees. When this series was first announced at Mickey’s Circus, I was skeptical. It seemed to be an odd design to place on the Mickey platform. I compare it slightly to Extreme Wrestlers. Neither use the vast library of Disney characters. Instead, the artists imagine their own characters to populate the set. The difference between the two sets is that the wrestler designs seemed to hit home with me, while this set does not. I think, however, the Zooper Heroes will be an instant hit among children who spot the product on store shelves.

Overall, the designs are nice enough to make a fun cartoon or comic strip… and even sell some action figures. But on the Mickey canvas, I’d rather see the Disney characters as super heroes… and I would buy that series in a second. I understand Disney needs to target a variety of audiences with it’s Vinylmation products and this one is not for me. But I do not understand why the Disney Store is focusing on non-Disney sets these days. The DS artists do an amazing job with the characters, and I hope they shift focus in 2013. I will give them acknowledgment for wonderful use of accessories lately. They go above and beyond when it comes to hats, Cinderella’s slipper and now that toy duck the female bird is pulling around in this set.

Wild Prediction: There will be a variant for each of the 12 figures that shows the Zooper Hero in their “normal” alter ego.

Dirk Wallen’s 7/29/12 WDW Photo Report

WDWNT on December 3, 2012

WDWNT Reporter Dirk Wallen took a trip around some of the resort hotels and Downtown Disney yesterday and he was nice enough to share some newsworthy photos to share with us from his trip:

Wow, that looks like it would kill me…