2014 Easter Oswald Eachez

On March 28th, the 2014 Easter figure will be released online and at D-Streets. It will feature Oswald and will be party of the Eachez line, meaning it will be packaged in a blind box and feature a regular version and variant. It will be $14.95 and will be limited release, meaning no stated edition size. There are 9 out 10 chances of getting a colored Oswald and 1 out 10 chances of getting a black and white Oswald. It was designed by Daren Wilson. This might be Daren's first Vinylmation (can someone verify?) but he is a wonderful artist that is often featured at Art of Disney and Festival of the Masters.

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Episode 147 Space Suit Figment

Ep. 147 Space Suit Figment This week we discuss the release of the Indiana Jones and Aladdin series with reviews of the chasers and variant. We also have news about some upcoming sets like Park 14, Park Starz 3 and Duffy.

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2013 Easter Bunny Hops to New Release Date

The Disney Collections page has posted updated information about the 2013 Easter Bunny figure designed by Billy Davis. Originally set for February 22nd at D-Streets, the date has been changed to March 1st. However, the original February 22nd date should see the online release of the 3" figure.

But that is not the only update... although the Vinylmation Events page still shows a $14.95 price tag, the Collections page now shows a $16.95 price tag.

Episode 105 Pirates of the Caribbean Helmsman

Ep. 105 Pirates of the Caribbean Helmsman This week we record at the Animal Kingdom Lodge with special guest Scuba Owl. He is an avid listener and Vinylmation writer. We talk about all things vinyl and the future of the hobby. In a twist, Scuba Owl interviews us to give you the chance to learn more about us. We also deliver all the latest news and the current release calendar.

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2013 Easter Figure

Today we got our first look at the 2013 Easter figure that will be released on February 22nd. It was designed by Billy Davis and will have a $14.95 price tag.

A golden wrapped chocolate Easter bunny awaits an eager Vinylmation collector who couldn't wait to begin unwrapping one ear. There is also an accessory fabric bow around the neck. A nice idea and another figure with the bunny ears.

Episode 103 Magic Mirror

Ep. 103 Magic Mirror This week we announce DV's March VinylMadness! A contest for custom artists. We also have Matt from Vinylmation Kingdom on the show to make a huge announcement you will not want to miss. MC and I talk about our Top Ten Vinylmation stories from 2012 and look ahead to 2013 with predictions. And of course, we have all the latest news and release dates.

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Easter Bunny at Magic Kingdom

The Easter Bunny hopped through the Magic Kingdom last week and Austin and I were there to capture the moment.

Hopping by the hub's flower garden.

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He checked out the castle

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Who stepped in my flower bed!!??

Release News Update

Just a few news & notes:

The commemorative New York Giants Super Bowl Vinylmation is now available at D-Street Orlando. We originally thought this would be an online exclusive. Thank you Disney for tossing this in my face as I walk into my favorite store. Any word if these are in D-Street California?

We originally reported that D-Street Orlando did not get the 3" Easter Bunny on March 9th. Now we are hearing they received about 50 and sold out with in hours and now expect another shipment. While at WDW today, I did find a few on the Polynesian shelves, but in not other resort or the Magic Kingdom. DLR seems to still have plenty in stock.

An assortment of DCL figures were expected at DisneyStore.com on March 9th... they never docked. Now Disney says a new date of arrival is TBA.

And as noted in a previous article today, the Tunes series (minus Donald and Dale) will be available at D-Streets starting March 23.

Japan Easter Duck and Mouse

Coming to Japan on April 2nd are a couple of Easter themed Mickey and Donald Vinylmation. We found this snapshot of a Japanese ad on Vinylmation World (originally tweeted by @dizpix).

Retailing for 1200 Yen, or about $14.83 USD, they will be sold in open window boxes. The Mickey is decked out in colorful spring time clothes and is topped with a checkered hat. The Mickey face and the overall design look very well done, but I don't know if I want to add this pastel clad mouse to my personal collection. The Donald is a completely different story. With those new bunny ears (as seen on the US Easter Bunny Vinylmation), I want him to hop into my display case ASAP! This is the way the ears should be used. I don't mind taking away the Mickey shape canvas if you are still going to give me a Disney themed design. The face is drawn in a very cartoonish manor that is different from all the Donalds we have seen so far. The little hat also looks great.

Hippity, hoppity

Update 3/2/12 After waking up a bit after my 24 hour visit to WDW and really taking a look at this figure, I have an update on my thoughts, partially in response to Rust's comment below. Since Park Starz and Furry Friends, I think we have to come to realize that a ton of different vinyl collectible syles will be produced under the Vinylmation name. I have defended the fact that Vinylmation refers to the brand name and not a Mickey mold shape vinyl collectible. Yes, it is true that I said that the removal of Mickey ears means it is no longer Vinylmation, but because of what I described above, my opinion has changed and I no longer hold that to be true. All that being said, I do not think I will add this figure to my personal collection. I would however add an Oswald to my collection if it was in the same or similar shape. Reason being, and for the same reason I didn't hesitate to add Park Starz, is that it is Disney themed. A figure like this Easter Bunny is not Disney themed and doesn't have the Mickey ears... so it is so far removed from Disney, you could see this as a vinyl collectible by any other company.

Hopping down the bunny trail... and right into D-Streets... is a new open window limited release 3" Easter Bunny Vinylmation.

Designed by Casey Jones, this otherwise plain looking bunny, does come with a purple hat and a tail like we've never seen before. It looks like a cotton ball bunny tail. Nice job Casey. DLR will see this bunny first, on March 2nd. O-town's D-Street will have to wait a week later, March 9th, for the happy little fellow. $16.95 is the price tag. Your thoughts on this holiday vinyl?

New Holiday Vinylmation to Hatch on 2/17

With weather like today, it feels like spring is right around the corner. Oh, sorry to all of our readers in cold weather climates. But it was a spectacular day in sunny Central Florida. And take a look at what we found in the D-Street display case that made thoughts of Spring pop into our heads.

Thanks Austin for sending this in. This 9" Easter inspired figure will be released on February 17. It is an LE 800 and will retail for $44.95. Here is a look at the concept art for this figure...

For a look at all the 9" Holiday 3 figures and our take, check out 9" Holiday 3 Explained.