VINYL Vinylmation Blog Updates [Updated 9/27]

[thejessta]

From the Disney Vinylmation blog:

January 6, 2011
We have some further details on the Vinylmation™ Star Wars™ release date at Disneyland® Resort. The collection will be released on Sunday, January 16, and Disney Design Group Artist and designer of the collection Mike Sullivan will be making an appearance between 2:00 - 5:00 p.m to sign figures from that collection. D-Street will open at 8:00 a.m. that Sunday.
May the force be with you!

 

[Tr8dWitMe]

Any sneek peeks of the Vinyls? Was there last night and only saw a stormtrooper on the info board.

 

[thejessta]

Any sneek peeks of the Vinyls? Was there last night and only saw a stormtrooper on the info board.

http://www.vinylnation.net/ might have some info for you!

 

[thejessta]

From the Disney Vinylmation blog:

January 10, 2011

We're happy to announce another release date for an upcoming Vinylmation™ collection. The Flags series will be released on January 21 at D-Street at Walt Disney World® Resort and January 28 at D-Street at Disneyland® Resort. The twelve designs are based on the flags from the United States of America, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Morocco, Norway, and United Kingdom.

 

[thejessta]

From the Disney Vinylmation blog:

January 12, 2011

What is a jedi (or dark lord for that matter) without a lightsaber?

As part of the Vinylmationâ„¢ Star Warsâ„¢ series, certain Vinylmationâ„¢ Figures will come with accessories, such as the lightsaber seen above. Some of the other extra elements include a sculpted jet pack on the Boba Fett Figure and sculpted braided hair on the Princess Leia Figure.

 

[thejessta]

From the Disney Vinylmation blog:

January 13, 2011

We are looking forward to seeing to seeing Star Wars fans tonight at the release of the Vinylmation™ Star Wars Series #1. We hope you enjoy the midnight release party - something new. And we even turned down the temperature to make it feel like we are at the Battle of Hoth. Dress warm!

January 14, 2011

SPOILER ALERT!!!

If you REALLY want to know the Mystery Chaser figure for Vinylmation - Star Wars Series #1 - CLICK HERE.

And if you REALLY want to see the variant (yes, there is a variant), then CLICK HERE. We also call this on the "Super Chaser." As to how many of them were made, let's just say they are more rare than the Mystery Chaser.

But resist, you must! Come on, do you really want to ruin the surprise?

A Recap and Photographs from the Midnight Release Party in Florida:
A big thank you to the MANY fans who braved the cold weather to join us for the first ever midnight release party at D-Street. Wow! We were so excited to see many of you at the event. At least there wasn't any snow or attacks from Imperial Stormtroopers. There were fans from all over the world who attended this party - England, Philadelphia, Arizona, Jacksonville, Clermont and many other places. Thank you for making this party such a huge success. And now, some photographs!

The sign advertising the special release party and meet and greet with Mike Sullivan.

The decorated outside of D-Street.

The Cast Members of D-Street ready to greet Vinylmation fans!

Special lighted balloons were made to look like planets.

Lots of trays.

The New Arrivals display at the entrance to D-Street.

There were three giant cutout figures using the artwork from the series. These were found at D-Street and by the deejay station.

Guests were quick to open boxes.

Obi-Wan Kenobi.

The "Super Chaser" which is definitely more rare than the normal mystery chaser.

A photo of D-Street taken from across the street. The line of the far left is to meet Mike Sullivan.

Mike autographing a figure for a guest.

Mike with his favorite figure, Boba Fett.

Recently autographed figures by Mike Sullivan.

The infamous "I Was There" Vinylmation where guests covered the 9" figure with tons of autographs.

January 15, 2011

We have some exciting news! The Vinylmation™ - Villains Series #1 is coming to select Disney Stores officially on January 31, 2011. We've seen all of these figures in person and they look amazing. The artwork was created by several talented artists from the Disney Store.

The series will be a limited release mystery set (11 known figures and one Mystery Chaser). Stay tuned in the coming weeks for additional details. We can't wait!

 

[thejessta]

From the Disney Vinylmation blog:

January 18, 2011
We had a few days off and now were back for another week of exciting news. First, a big thank you to the many fans who attending the release of Vinylmation - Star Wars on Sunday at the Disneyland® Resort. We spoke with Mike Sullivan this morning and he said he had a blast meeting you. We even heard he stayed about two and a half hours after the schedule time due to the popularity. So a big thank you to the many guests who attended. As soon as we get some photos, we'll post them.

Overall, this past weekend was truly exciting for us. We tried some new things and are thankful for your positive response.

If you haven't read the Disney Parks Blog article about the Vinylmation - Star Wars series yet, you should. Steven has answered several burning questions about the current and future series (well, not too much detail about series #2 ... just know, Casey Jones is working on it). Click here to read the article - The Force is Strong with Vinylmation.

 

[thejessta]

From the Disney Vinylmation blog:

January 19, 2011

We are happy to announce the release date of the 40th Anniversary of Walt Disney World® Vinylmation™ Figures. This open edition 3" collection will be released on January 28 at D-Street at Disneyland® Resort and Walt Disney World® Resort. Walt Disney World® opened on October 1, 1971, and what better way to countdown to the historic occasion than with unique Vinylmation™ Figures?

These are just four of the collection (there are six in all), click here to view the entire series. Well, maybe not the entire series. As you may have remembered from our presentation at last year's Vinylmation™ Showcase, there will be special versions of these Vinylmation™ Figures found only through trade at Walt Disney World® locations. We'll let you know when you can start the hunt in the Disney Parks for these special Vinylmation™ Figures. In the meantime, happy early birthday Walt Disney World®!

 

[huertajv]

From the Disney Vinylmation blog:

Sweet, these are way cool!

 

[thejessta]

From the Disney Vinylmation blog:

January 20, 2011

Tomorrow will bring the release of an online exclusive Urban #5 9" + 3" set:

The set will retail for $74.95.

We also have two releases we'd like to announce for February 4: Holiday #2 - 9" Cupid and Cutesters #2. Both will be released on February 4 at D-Street at Disneyland® Resort and Walt Disney World® Resort. See you there!

 

[huertajv]

Way cool!!!!!

 

[thejessta]

From the Disney Vinylmation blog:

January 27, 2011

An important update regarding the release of the 40th Anniversary of Walt Disney World® Vinylmation™ Figures scheduled for release on Friday, January 28. The figures will be released at D-Street in Florida on January 28. We had to move the release date for D-Street in California. The new release date is February 4 (which is perfect since Vinylmation™ - Cutesters, Too will also be released that day!). We apologize for any inconvenience this has caused.

 

[thejessta]

From the Disney Vinylmation blog:

February 2, 2011
It looks like we will have to move the release of the 40th Anniversary of Walt Disney World® Vinylmation™ Figures for D-Street in California. The new release date is February 11, not February 4 as indicated below. Trust us, we didn't want to move them but there was a delay in receiving them. Check out the Events page for an updated release calendar.

 

[thejessta]

From the Disney Vinylmation blog:

February 7, 2011
And we are back. Our apologies for the long delays between posts on this "blog." We had some technical difficulties but all is fine now, and we have lots to update.

First, to our Facebook fans, we are quite behind in sharing this update. We successfully passed the 7,100 fan mark. As promised, here is a look at some upcoming three-inch figures inspired by the 40th Anniversary of Walt Disney World® Resort.

This is a figure inspired by the first one-day passports introduced in 1981. It was designed by Thomas Scott.

And this ... well, this is just awesome. Also designed by Thomas Scott.

The final preview is of a figure by Casey Jones. It was created for the upcoming event on September 9-11, 2011 called "The Florida Project." What a classic slice of the 1970s!

Next goal on The Facebook = 8,200 fans.

We had the release of Vinylmation™ Cutesters, Too last Friday. Yes, there are super mystery chasers. We love, love, love this series and hope you do too.

Check out the EVENTS page for an updated release calendar. February 18 will be a nerd-tastic day. In fact, we declare it Official Vinylmation™ Nerds Rock day! Make sure to wear your nerd glasses that day - we will.

 

[thejessta]

From the Disney Vinylmation blog:

February 8, 2011
We mentioned yesterday that there are super mystery chasers in the recently released Vinylmationâ„¢ - Cutesters Too series. To help clarify, here are some images of them.

This first super chaser (or variant) is a purple version of the yellow bubble figure.

The second super mystery chaser - the green apple - is a variant to the mystery chaser - the red apple.

As for how many were made of each ... well, that is information that unfortunately we can't share. We can say that the super chasers are more rare than the mystery chaser.

 

[thejessta]

From the Disney Vinylmation blog:

February 9, 2011

It is time! The Vinylmationâ„¢ Animation #1 Combo Pack arrives at D-Street locations this coming Friday. The combo pack contains one randomly selected figure from the series and one three-inch figure featuring Simba. Some of you may recall that we first showed the back of the Simba figure on November 5, 2010.

The new Cutesters, Too series will be coming to our on-line theme park store on February 16. They will release complete trays and individual boxes for sale.

 

[thejessta]

From the Disney Vinylmation blog:

February 11, 2011
If you are interesting in adding Simba to your Vinylmation™ Collection, the figure was released today on the on-line theme park store. You can also find the two, 9-inch figures from Urban #5 also released today at D-Street - Maria Clapsis' "Orange Bear" and Thomas Scott's "Bacon."

 

[thejessta]

From the Disney Vinylmation blog:

February 14, 2011
All of us at Vinylmation HQ wish you a Happy Valentine's Day!

And for those celebrating Singles Awareness Day, here is to hoping our friend Cupid finds ya!

Anyway, we have some exciting news! The first Disney Afternoon, two-figure set is coming to the Disney Parks On-Line Store on Friday, February 25. The first set ... Tale Spin!

So, let's spin it. Here is a look at the packaging plus the front of Kit and Baloo from the set. Edition size is 1000 and retail is $24.95

 

[disney_forever]

Hello everyone! I just started my collection a couple days ago and I'm a little obsessed lol. I live in Southern Ontario, so I'm looking for people who are willing to buy/sell/trade with me! Since I just started I don't have much, but I'm sure my collection will grow quickly lol.

 

[thejessta]

From the Disney Vinylmation blog:

February 16, 2011
On Friday, February 25, we will release two 9-inch figures from Park #5 at the D-Street locations in Florida and California.

This figure pays tribute to Goofy's Barnstormer at the former Mickey's Toontown Fair in Magic Kingdom® Park.

It was designed by Eric Caszatt.

Monty Maldovan designed this retro-inspired figure celebrating Disneyland® Park.

And how did it get to be mid-February already?

 

[thejessta]

From the Disney Vinylmation blog:

February 22, 2011
We regretfully must annouce the delay in the release of the Disney Afternoon - Talespin Limited Edition set.

This set will now be flying in on March 5. Our fans will just have to bear and grin it in the meantime.

We'd also like to announce that the anticipated Vinylmation™ Occupations series will be released on March 4 at D-Street at Disneyland® Resort and Walt Disney World® Resort. These open edition figures will be sold in an open window box and feature a 3" figure plus one of three mystery Vinylmation™ Jr. 1.5" Figure of a similar theme.

For example, the image above shows the 3" figure with a computer inspired design (great gift for your lucky friends working in tech support) and the three potential Vinylmationâ„¢ Jr Figures that will be packaged in the same box. There are ten 3" figures and 30 1.5" figures in the complete series. Look for more previews over the upcoming days.

 

[thejessta]

From the Disney Vinylmation blog:

February 25, 2011
An article was shared today on the Disney Parks Blog about the recent Vinylmation™ Flags series. It features an interview with Caley Hicks who also created the artwork for the Walt Disney World® Resort 40th Anniversary figures.

Steven shared with us a couple of different views of the Japan figure he took before deciding upon the one used in the article.

The image used in the article which was the last one taken.

This was the first image shot by the waterfall near Yakatori House.

This was the second image shot outside Yakatori House.

And now we want some sushi (don't worry - that Vinylmation set is coming soon).

Something coming even sooner is the next Vinylmation, Jr. Series - Good Luck / Bad Luck. It will be released at the D-Street locations in California and Florida on March 11. It is coming to the on-line Disney Park Store on March 18, 2011.

Here is an image of an individual box from the series:

 

[Dizneyusa]

Vinylmation Blog Updates [Updated 2/28]

Stores and DisneyStore.com on 3/21...the 9" Vinylmation Villains.


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February 28, 2011

Happy Disney Villains Monday! We are excited to share this concept artwork for three unique 9-inch plus 3-inch figure sets coming to select Disney Stores and DisneyStore.comon March 21.

Each set has an edition size of 700 and will retail for $59.95 each. The Disney Store artists behind these creations include Oskar Mendez who designed Maleficent, Gerald Mendez who designed Julius, and Dan Beltran who designed Jumba. As soon as we have photographs of the actual figures, we will share. Super exciting!!

Dana
cruisepl@att.net

 

[thejessta]

From the Disney Vinylmation blog:

March 1, 2011

As a follow up to our post yesterday, here is a list of cities where the Disney Store will carry these figures. The image is from the Facebook page for the Disney Store.

• Stockton, California
• Mission Viejo, California
• Cherry Hill, California
• Fashion Valley, California
• Montebello, California
• Santa Monica, California
• International Plaza, Florida
• State Street, Illinois
• North Michigan Avenue, Michigan
• Freehold, New Jersey
• Times Square, New York
• Roosevelt Field, New York
• Northpark, Texas

 

[Dizneyusa]

March 4, 2011 - Update

Happy Vinylmation Occupations Day! The D-Street locations today will release the Occupations series. There are 10 different occupations and each comes with one of three randomly selected Vinylmation, Jr. figures. Over on our official Facebook page, we've asked fans to share their dream job.
What is yours?

Speaking of the Facebook, we passed another goal of 8,200 fans! Congratulations. With that, we have a few previews of some Epcot® related figures.

Celebrating the future with Vinylmation™ in hand. Figure designed by Thomas Scott.

Maria Clapsis created this artwork of a figure from the Kitchen Kabaret show. Let's all sing ...

Artwork for a 9-inch figure by Caley Hicks. She was inspired by The Land Pavilion at Epcot®.
Next goal - 8,900 fans. Tell your friends.
Finally, we are excited to announce that Vinylmation™ - Urban #6 and the corresponding combo pack will be released at the D-Street locations on March 18.

A figure from Urban 6 designed by Doug Strayer who also created artwork for the recent Nerds Rock! Vinylmation series.