Classic Collection and Beauty and the Beast Vinylmation Pins

Released on September 20th

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$29.95

Released Date: November TBA

Open Edition

$29.95

Beauty and the Beast Vinylmation Photoshoot

Ever since New Fantasyland was constructed at the Magic Kingdom, I have been itching to take some great photoshoots there. Of course, Beauty and the Beast was the perfect first series to take over there and we finally got to do just that. I hope you enjoy these photos.

Episode 131 3D Mickey Chaser

Ep. 131 3D Mickey Chaser This week we review the D23 Expo. The Vinylmation, the events, the stores and the people. Nick chooses his set of year and MC says not so fast. We also have news about a new Nightmare blind box series, more NYC vinyls, Halloween Tokyo figures and much more.

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Episode 125 Orange Monorail

Ep. 125 Orange Monorail This week we talk about the news of the week including location specific releases, an update on Monsters University and the release of Beauty and the Beast. We also have an interview with Carl, the creator of ChasingVinylmation.com.

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Episode 123 Monstro

Ep. 123 Monstro This week we preview the Vinylmation that will be offered at this year's D23 Expo in August. We also review the release of the Han Solo in Carbonite figure and discuss a few of the past week's news items including the recall of Behind the Masks.

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Beauty and the Beast Variants and Chaser

Isn't it nice when everyone can agree AND be right at the same time. Well today Disney make that magic happen by announcing the variants and chaser to the upcoming Beauty and the Beast series.

First, the Variants. Like everyone expected, we have the Red and Yellow version of the Triplets from Belle's hometown. Perfect.

Second the chaser, and while they didn't go outside the box for this one, it's the one most people expected. Adam. The beast in human form.

Are you looking forward to this set? Will you pick up the whole set including the variants? Were there any other ideas you had for the chaser that you wish you could have seen instead? Let us know!

Episode 119 Adventureland Tiki

Ep. 119 Adventureland Tiki This week we talk about all the June releases that were announced, the idea of lower LE/higer price tag, and some rumored upcoming vinyls and dates.

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Beauty and the Beast Explained

Beauty and the Beast
Release Date: June 21
$12.95
This 12 figure, mystery set was designed by both Maria Clapsis and Caley Hicks and may be my favorite movie themed Vinylmation set ever.

Updated: 5/16/13 Variants and Chaser announced.

	Beast Wonderful design. Love the facial expression. Perfect cape!
	Belle Maria went with the blue dress, and I love the choice. Leaves room for a few variants or special edition Belles. The use of ears is fantastic in the entire series with the stained glass... Belle also has a book and a rose.
	Blonde Triplet Paula We speculated on how and if they would include these girls and this sets up an obvious variant. If the other two girls are not included, a major disappointment. If they are... one of the biggest wins in Vinylmation history. We also get variants. As expected her other triplets.
	Cogsworth Perfect fit on the Mickey platform. Wonderful face.
	Gaston I'll be honest, I love the Villains version more, but he is done well with the arrows on the back and fun ears.
	Phillipe I didn't expect him, yet am glad he is in the set. might be the one of the best looking long animals on the Mickey platform. Perfect proportions.
	Lefou His build naturally fits onto the vinyl form, but it is the clothing that is tailored perfectly around the canvas and the pony tail hanging over the collar in the back that make this one great.
	Lumiere Can't get any better than this. the accessory top was a must to make this figure perfect  I commend the artists for knowing when to use items like that.
	Maurice Belle's dad also gets gets a cape and again, it's the faces that are done so well in this set.
	Monsieur D'arque Interesting add to this set. Really makes me wonder about the chaser even more now. I love the addition and the design is wonderful. Not many people would think of him for this set, so I applaud the artist. Coins in ear a must.
	Mrs. Potts WOW! This one blows me away. So much to see here. A clear pink body sets up the table and some dancing plates, spoons and forks. Then Mrs. Potts fills out the head with perfection and a handle drawn onto the rear. THEN, CHIP! Drawn onto the ear. Best figure in the set, hands down.
	Mystery Chaser Here is Adam, the Beast as a human. What do you think? My female friends (when I was in middle school) always said he was hotter as the beast.

WDW 4/30 Trade Night Previews

So, I was wrong. The WDW trade night at the ESPN Wide World of Sports was by all accounts a success. Lots of space and trading tables lining the halls. Pin traders found some great pins from CMs. Also, plenty of previews of Vinylmation, Pins and Star Wars Weekends merchandise. You can find the Pin previews at OnceUponaPin.com and the Star Wars previews at JediKingdom.com. The vinyl previews were impressive, however nothing we hadn't seen elsewhere. However, this was the first time collectors had the chance to see them in person.

Episode 111 Cuppa Tea

Ep. 111 Cuppa Tea This week we talk about the announcement of Beauty and the Beast, Silly Symphony and more Park Starz 2. Also, Julie Young makes some strong and intriguing statements about the hobby and upcoming sets. We also interview Jordan Ahern, the film maker behind a documentary on the Custom Toy scene. And of course, we have the latest release dates and events calendar.

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