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Upcoming Vinylmation Spotlight: 2015 Vinylmation Calendar & Eachez

WDWNT on September 30, 2014

This is part of a series of articles spotlighting the Vinylmation that were previewed at this year’s annual Walt Disney World Pin and Vinylmation trading and merchandise event, “The Imagination Gala.” The event was held at Epcot’s World Showplace from September 5-9, 2014. Today we look at the upcoming 2015 Vinylmation Calendar.

In one of my favorite announcements at the Gala, Thomas Scott showed off a Vinylmation themed calendar. It is cut in the shape of the Mickey Mouse collectible and has some amazing concept artwork on each page drawn expertly by the talented Maria Clapsis. There are 10 new designs and 2 existing designs featured in the calendar. He only gave us a glimpse of a few designs, but it was enough to wet the appetite for more. The calendar is now available

Thomas Scott showing off the front of the 2015 Calendar

June

Front of Calendar

February

March

One other design revealed with no photo is a Star Wars Mickey. But wait, there is more! Some of the calendar designs will also be translated into Eachez Vinylmation released in the corresponding month. We were shown the Eachez that go along with the February and March calendar pages shown above. The big twist on these limited edition Eachez is the fact that Mickey will be the common while Minnie will be the rare figure.

In February 2015, there will be a Valentine’s Day Eachez. The edition size is 2500 overall with Mickey being seeded at 9 in 10 odds (LE 2250) and Minnie at 1 in 10 (LE 250).

In March 2015, there will be a St. Patrick’s Day Eachez. The edition size is 1500 overall with Mickey being seeded at 9 in 10 odds (LE 1350) and Minnie at 1 in 10 (LE 150).

Silly Symphony Explained

WDWNT on October 31, 2013

Silly Symphony Series
Release date: September 27th
Artist: Monty Maldovan
Price: $12.95
8 figure blind box series (plus a special D23 two pack)

Update 10/01/13 Variant revealed. Green version of Boogy Monster. Photo from Anthony Palmer.

	Abner the Mouse from: The Country Cousin (1936)
	Ambrose from: The Robber Kitten (1935) (pic from drgrobsanimationreview.com)
	Elmer Elephant from: Elmer Elephant (1936) (pic from disney.wikia.com)
	Evil Tree from: Flowers and Trees 1932 (pic from www.disneyshorts.org)
	Old King Cole from: Mother Goose Melodies (1931)
	Ugly Duckling from: The Ugly Duckling (1939) (pic from alottalists.blogspot.com/2013/06/best-silly-symphonies.html)
	Smoke Monster from: Lullaby Land (1933)
	Mystery Chaser ~~No idea what this is, but it really should be the Lady bird from Who Killed the Cock Robin (1935)~~ Click image to see chaser.
There will be a special set at D23.
	The Flying Mouse from: The Flying Mouse (1934)
	Fairy from: The Flying Mouse (1934)

Full Photos of the Upcoming Frozen Two-Pack Released

WDWNT on October 31, 2013

The Official Vinylmation Blog released full 360 degree photos of Anna and Elsa today, the two vinylmation figures included in the Frozen two-pack. The vinyls were designed by Maria Clapsis, are LE 1500, and will release both at parks and online on November 22nd for $29.95. Take a look at the designs below:

I think these designs, like most of Maria’s work, look fantastic. While I am not attached to these characters yet, I have high hopes for this movie, and will probably want to add them to my collection eventually. I love all of the little details, from the snowflakes on the gloves, to the braided hair, to the girly expressions on their faces. Will you guys be picking this two-pack up?

Upcoming ‘Frozen’ Olaf and Variant Previewed

WDWNT on October 31, 2013

Today, the Official Vinylmation Blog posted a preview of the Limited Edition Olaf figure being released. Olaf is the snowman from the upcoming film “Frozen”, and like Gusteau, this LE release appears to be coming in a blind box with the possibility of pulling a variant. Designed by Maria Clapsis with an LE of 2500, these will release online and in parks on November 22nd for $16.95 each. Take a look at the previews below:

This first design is the normal “wintertime” Olaf. The odds of pulling him are 9/10, so there are 2250 total of these guys.

This design is the “summertime” variant. The odds of pulling him are 1/10, so like the Gusteau variant, there are only 250 total of these guys floating around.

Which design do you guys like more? Without having seen the film yet, I think I like the “wintertime” Olaf more, as that is the image of him that I’m familiar with. All of this can change after Frozen comes out. I also really like the use of the clear in the arms, it adds a little more depth. And of course, the expressions are priceless. Will you guys be picking this guy up?

Full Preview of the Park 13 Combo Topper Released

WDWNT on October 31, 2013

November 22nd continues to be a jam-packed release day, as the Official Vinylmation Blog revealed yet another figure that will release on that date. Today we got a full preview of the Park 13 combo topper, and it features the mouse from Mickey Magnificent, an attraction at Magic Kingdom. This topper was designed by Maria Clapsis, and will release at the parks and online for $24.95 each. Take a look at the preview:

Another great topper to add to the collection, this one features two accessories, a top hat and cane. I also love the cunning expression on Mickey’s face. Definitely one of the stronger combo toppers we’ve seen in a while. And the bunny on the hat is a nice touch. What do you guys think? Will you be picking this one up?

The First Urban Redux Series 2 Variant Surfaces

WDWNT on October 31, 2013

At the trading event tonight, the attendees were treated to a special opportunity to buy some Urban Redux 2 vinyls before their release date this Friday. In the process, Vinylmation Kingdom writer Jay Grumet was lucky enough to pull the first variant from this set, and share the photo on Vinylmation Exchange. Take a look at the variant below:

This follows a similar pattern from the first Urban Redux series, where the variants mainly consist of color changes as opposed to major design changes. A pretty cool variant from one of the stronger figures in this set. I think i might prefer the color scheme from the original figure more though. It’s safe to say that there will probably be another variant in this set, maybe even a variant chaser? Hopefully we’ll find out this Friday, October 25th, when the set releases to the public. Will you guys be hunting down this one?

New 2014 Japan Daruma Junior Keychains Spotted

WDWNT on October 31, 2013

Another Japanese Vinylmation alert!!! Mark your calendars for November 14th, because these two new Japan Daruma keychains will be hitting shelves. Vinylmation World spotted this pair, take a look at the designs below:

These will make perfect companions to the regular sized three inch Daruma Vinylmation coming out. The vinyls are following a similar junior trend where the platform is starting to have much more detailed designs. Love the vibrant colors and the hidden Mickeys on the pair. What do you guys think of these?

Spotlight On: Ryan Branoff’s Pook-a-Looz

WDWNT on September 17, 2013

We got word from Ryan that he was selling this awesome group of vinyl tomorrow so we wanted to share with you. It’s a shame Disney cancelled Pook-a-Looz, we kinda dug them and their style.

“I am beyond excited to debut my latest custom series: ‘Pook-a-Looz Pairs’! Before I got into Vinylmation, I collected Disney’s version of Ugly Dolls; Pook-a-Looz. After the series ran it’s course, I moved onto the Disney collectible that we all know and love. I thought combining these two collectibles would make for the perfect custom set!

There are 32 figures in total, some depicting Disney produced Pook-a-Looz and some new designs. I will be selling these in pairs for $135 shipped. You can choose any of the pairs shown (listed in the comments section).

These will be sold on my customs page: facebook.com/customvinylmationryanbranoff on Tuesday, September 3rd at 8pm EST.”
-Ryan Branoff

The pairs that will be sold are….

	Woody & Buzz Lotso & Little Green Man Sulley & Boo Ralph & Vanellope
Sorcerer Mickey & Steamboat Willie Alice & Queen of Hearts Mad Hatter & Cheshire Cat Peter Pan & Tinkerbell
	Snow White & Grumpy Mary Poppins & Jack Sparrow Jack Skellington & Oogie Boogie Winnie the Pooh & Eeyore
Mickey & Minnie Donald & Daisy Goofy & Pluto Chip & Dale

RoE: Dated 2014 Sorcerer Mickey

WDWNT on September 17, 2013

Dated 2014 Figures
WDW, DLR, HK and DLP
WDW and DLR have a 12/13 release date and $12.95 price.
All Blind Box and Open Edition with Variants
Variant Odds: 1 in 10
There will be a separate figure for each of those four parks that will be exclusive to that park.

Regular (right) and Variant (left, clear) for Disneyland Paris

Walt Disney World

Disneyland

Walt Disney World

Disneyland Paris

Hong Kong Disneyland

Update: It looks like there are red hat variants. Could this point to a blind boxed figure like Food and Wine with a special number of variants?

Update: We took a closer look and here are the differences. Park Icons in the robes and Disney Park Logos on the back of the head.

It looks like this year’s experiment for 13 figures for 2013 didn’t work out well enough to try it again next year. Although, I can not tell from this angle, but I think each park might have a slightly different figure, which would mean at least four (slightly) different figures.

Did you collect any of the 2013 figures?

RoE: Urban Redux 2

WDWNT on September 17, 2013

Urban Redux 2
Expected release date: October 25, 2013
$12.95

Update: Combo topper has 3 versions, photo added

Update: Pink Skull combo topper revealed.
Update: Urban Redux 2 Signing on October 25th, 2013 from 5 pm to 7 pm at D-Street WDW.

I hope this set comes with all those variants and specials that the last Urban Redux set did.

	Guitar Amp I want to see more of this one, maybe the back will put it over the top.
	Pop Star I like this. A little “girly” for me, but very colorful. I think kids might like it.
	Medusa Best vinyl of the show as far as I’m concerned. Hope there’s a tail. -MC
	Masked Romantic Cute, but weird. Might get nicknamed the “Christian Grey”
	Mammoth Fun idea. I’ll have to see the back to decide if I really like it.
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	Pink Skull Combo Topper Feels a little Dia de los Muertos, but we’re not sure if it is officially.