"Illustrator extraordinaire SCARECROWOVEN depicts the Devils Head Productions deity ALAVAKA. Get ready for a 5 color silkscreen print on 24 x 36 cream french 100# coverstock that features glow in the dark ink. These things are gonna be blazin'! Details on a release date are still TBD and there will be a small run of toys to go along with this baby too. GET READY!" -shared Toby ![]()
The Coming of ALAVAKA Print illustrated by SCARECROWOVEN
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At U.S. Ports, Even Santa’s Bag Might Be Peeked Into
For months, federal safety agents have been screening thousands of shipments of toys and other imports, looking for hazards in the nation’s holiday gifts.
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Product Package Design
Even if dolls creep you out, you may still want to read the regular updates that I'll do about the pro...
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2014 Integrity's Surprisingly Great FR16 Dolls
To be sure, there are various interpretations of the word great. In this case, I'm calling them great as compared to other 16" modern vinyl dolls. For example, Tonner dolls generally retail in the range of $99.-$250 for a dressed doll these days. The less expensive ones will be dressed in more basic styles. The FR16 SRP was $175. That price has dropped a good deal for some of the newer ones.
The fashions are beautifully made and come with excellent accessories.
As far as articulation goes, the FR16 win the vinyl race, their only drawback being their awful articulated toes and awkward feet. Neither the ankle nor the toe joint add anything to the doll and should be eliminated in favor of a sleek fashion foot.
I don't know whether or not it's a good thing that the current IT designer keeps bringing back altered versions of Jason Wu's designs. In one way it speaks volumes about his creativity and on the other hand, Jason's beautiful fashions always work.
Except for Afterhours Hanne, I purchased the dolls and fashions separately. Once I found that I liked them, they started showing up.
For this post I show the original Jason Wu doll promo photo, a photo of my own 1/6 scale original and the new 16" version.
Red Blooded Woman Kyori has grown to become Hot Blooded Woman.
By the time I decided that I loved the outfit, I couldn't get Elsa Lin at a reasonable price. I will continue to look for her. Modeling the FR16 fashion is "On Edge." Avantguard. She is wearing her own shoes as the FR16 shoes do not fit. The wig is by Ilaria.
Pretty gorgeous!
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Cosmetic Takeover Natalia is now Cosmetic Surrender. This Natalia was the first Natalia ever produced. She was on a straight arm body. Mine became so brittle that even though I was very careful, her neck cracked when I first gave her a new tall body. (Not shown.) My model for the FR16 fashion is Platinum Society Hanne whose outfit follows.
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Silver Society Veronique's big sister is Platinum Society. Silver Society was also a straight arm doll. Mine is now on an FR2 body and I still love her as much as the day I first got her.
My model for Platinum Society's fashion is a Tyler head on a Tulabelle body. The head switch was easy and the body is perfect for the FR16 outfits. The feet, like those of the FR16 dolls are unnecessarily articulated. She looks like she has tumors of the ankle (whatever that is.) Do not click here for a Google search on ankle tumors. You will be sorry.
I love Tyler and I always will. She needs a body like this to bring her into the 21st Century.
Anyway, this outfit is a thin pleather-like fabric with wonderful embellishment. I like everything about the fashion and I'd rather have a ring instead of doll gloves any day!
The last picture shows how I've 'repurposed' my FR outfits from the early days to adorn Silkstone dolls. The fit is perfection-even the shoes.
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Purple Factor Adele has grown up to become Amethyst Factor. Again, we have a straight arm, early Jason design. This was an amazingly detailed and sexy sheath with ruching, princess seams and a lace inset at the top of the bodice. The fur had beads between the stole and the tails. Everything about it was beautifully designed and executed. My model for Amethyst Factor is Afterhours Hanne Erikson. Her hair was a frizzy mess and still needs work.
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Obsidian Society Vanessa's FR16 version is Obsidian Culture. This was a wildly popular Vanessa; they all were until they started multiplying like rabbits. Vanessa's black suit looks nothing like the new Culture version; it is so much more stylish. My model is the brunette Obsidian Culture in the "Bijou" Avantguard gown. It's nice to know that the Avantguard, FR16 and Tulabelle bodies can share fashions.
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This is, in my opinion, the prettiest of all the Obsidian Hannes. Unfortunately, her hair was an overdone, frizzy mess. I have one side pinned back to hide the crimped, frizzed ends. Such a shame. I'll fix it one of these days. The fur is from the Hot Blooded outfit and the earrings and bracelet are from other sources.
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Surprisingly great? Yes! Look back at the original 4 FR16 dolls. Three out of the four fashions are uninspired. One of the dolls looks like a corpse and another looks terrified.
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I have the blond Obsidian Culture NRFB doll for sale at a very good price on the Show & Sell pages.
While you are there, take a look at my other listings. You should definitely buy something!
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The fashions are beautifully made and come with excellent accessories.
As far as articulation goes, the FR16 win the vinyl race, their only drawback being their awful articulated toes and awkward feet. Neither the ankle nor the toe joint add anything to the doll and should be eliminated in favor of a sleek fashion foot.
I don't know whether or not it's a good thing that the current IT designer keeps bringing back altered versions of Jason Wu's designs. In one way it speaks volumes about his creativity and on the other hand, Jason's beautiful fashions always work.
Except for Afterhours Hanne, I purchased the dolls and fashions separately. Once I found that I liked them, they started showing up.
For this post I show the original Jason Wu doll promo photo, a photo of my own 1/6 scale original and the new 16" version.
Red Blooded Woman Kyori has grown to become Hot Blooded Woman.
By the time I decided that I loved the outfit, I couldn't get Elsa Lin at a reasonable price. I will continue to look for her. Modeling the FR16 fashion is "On Edge." Avantguard. She is wearing her own shoes as the FR16 shoes do not fit. The wig is by Ilaria.
Pretty gorgeous!
Cosmetic Takeover Natalia is now Cosmetic Surrender. This Natalia was the first Natalia ever produced. She was on a straight arm body. Mine became so brittle that even though I was very careful, her neck cracked when I first gave her a new tall body. (Not shown.) My model for the FR16 fashion is Platinum Society Hanne whose outfit follows.
Silver Society Veronique's big sister is Platinum Society. Silver Society was also a straight arm doll. Mine is now on an FR2 body and I still love her as much as the day I first got her.
My model for Platinum Society's fashion is a Tyler head on a Tulabelle body. The head switch was easy and the body is perfect for the FR16 outfits. The feet, like those of the FR16 dolls are unnecessarily articulated. She looks like she has tumors of the ankle (whatever that is.) Do not click here for a Google search on ankle tumors. You will be sorry.
I love Tyler and I always will. She needs a body like this to bring her into the 21st Century.
Anyway, this outfit is a thin pleather-like fabric with wonderful embellishment. I like everything about the fashion and I'd rather have a ring instead of doll gloves any day!
The last picture shows how I've 'repurposed' my FR outfits from the early days to adorn Silkstone dolls. The fit is perfection-even the shoes.
Purple Factor Adele has grown up to become Amethyst Factor. Again, we have a straight arm, early Jason design. This was an amazingly detailed and sexy sheath with ruching, princess seams and a lace inset at the top of the bodice. The fur had beads between the stole and the tails. Everything about it was beautifully designed and executed. My model for Amethyst Factor is Afterhours Hanne Erikson. Her hair was a frizzy mess and still needs work.
Obsidian Society Vanessa's FR16 version is Obsidian Culture. This was a wildly popular Vanessa; they all were until they started multiplying like rabbits. Vanessa's black suit looks nothing like the new Culture version; it is so much more stylish. My model is the brunette Obsidian Culture in the "Bijou" Avantguard gown. It's nice to know that the Avantguard, FR16 and Tulabelle bodies can share fashions.
Barely...
This is, in my opinion, the prettiest of all the Obsidian Hannes. Unfortunately, her hair was an overdone, frizzy mess. I have one side pinned back to hide the crimped, frizzed ends. Such a shame. I'll fix it one of these days. The fur is from the Hot Blooded outfit and the earrings and bracelet are from other sources.
Surprisingly great? Yes! Look back at the original 4 FR16 dolls. Three out of the four fashions are uninspired. One of the dolls looks like a corpse and another looks terrified.
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I have the blond Obsidian Culture NRFB doll for sale at a very good price on the Show & Sell pages.
While you are there, take a look at my other listings. You should definitely buy something!
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WIPs of "DARLING DAIRY" from Tawnie Tantay (for MILK @ Secret Fresh - Opening Dec 21)
Shown above are unpainted WIPs of Itchy Bitchy's "sister" with these resin "DARLING DAIRY" from Tawnie Tantay to debut at Secret Fresh for group art show MILK (also featuring the art of Jana Brike, Bree Jonson and Galaxie Maria) opening December 21st @ Ronac ART Center (Ortigas Ave, San Juan, Metro Manila). Pretty "modest" ladies here, yeh? *NICE*
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Ron English @ Secret Fresh (Opens Dec 21) & That Giant Temper Tot!
Ron English is in Manila now, with a show at Secret Fresh @ Ronac ART Center launching December 21st, featuring artwork (including works he is painting on-site) and a larger than life-sized TEMPER TOT! Looks to be an awesome show OMG!
(Additional pics via Pean Irwan)
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#NeverBeenMade: Tlaloc Dunny from Jesse Hernandez
A photo posted by Jesse Hernandez (@urbanaztec) on Dec 12, 2014 at 1:45pm PST"Just found out my 8in Tlaloc Dunny with Kidrobot was cancelled. Here's what it would have been, with the red variant and glows…" -mentioned Jesse Hernandez, and toy-collectors are "poorer" for the loss.![]()
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Qui-Gon Jinn & Obi-Wan Kenobi (Jedi Force)
It has been rather quiet on the Star Wars collectible front lately, so I picked up this Playskool set featuring the heroes from Star Wars Episode I, Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn and his Padawan Obi-Wan Kenobi.![]()
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Mattel Disney Pixars CARS: Hydro Wheels Red is Slighty Wet
Thanks for the nice pics, “John H.” While it’s cool that you can shoot water from his top mount hose … Unlike some of the other Hydro Wheels CARS and PLANES, Red is not very detailed. The back is fine. But the sides are not very detailed. Compared to diecast Red. Thanks for the great […]
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Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Coming in 2015, Presumably
“John H.” spotted this available online – so “we will jack you up!” Was he jacked up in CARS 1? Tweet This Post
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set database: LEGO 1265 moon buggy
set database: LEGO 1265 moon buggy
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set name: moon buggy
theme: town, space port
year: 1999
pieces: 24
price: us$3
minifig: 1
nice town set.
come with a moon buggy.
minifig included a driver minifig.
released similar as 1180 space port moon buggy and 3068 radar buggy by LEGO in 1999.
great playability.
overall design is great.
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set number: 1265set name: moon buggy
theme: town, space port
year: 1999
pieces: 24
price: us$3
minifig: 1
nice town set.
come with a moon buggy.
minifig included a driver minifig.
released similar as 1180 space port moon buggy and 3068 radar buggy by LEGO in 1999.
great playability.
overall design is great.
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[video]Can We Get One? Cuddly Play Pets Are the Most Popular Holiday Toys
[at TheStreet] - Toy experts have identified play pets as the leading holiday toys of 2014.
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Can We Get One? Cuddly Play Pets Are the Most Popular Holiday Toys
NEW YORK (TheStreet) -- A sweet, wriggly puppy is on many children's wish lists, but parents who aren't ready to make the leap just yet are looking to pet-like toys as the next best thing. They are affordable and guaranteed to keep the sofa scratch free. Experts at Toys "R" Us have identified play pets as the leading holiday toys of 2014. "Pet Shop" boutiques have been set up in front of Toys "R ...
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Software upgrades re-create old-school toys as smart playthings
Balls. Dolls. Race cars. So dull.
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Madame Alexander to Debut Limited Edition Disney’s Frozen Elsa Doll at FAO Schwarz
Madame Alexander will debut a special limited edition Disney’s Frozen Elsa doll at FAO Schwarz in New York City. Designed using the iconic, 21-inch Madame Alexander Cissy doll, the new collectible Elsa features detailed costuming and is decorated with 5,000 hand-applied Swarovski crystals. She also holds a Swarovski crystal snowflake in her hand, and snowflakes [...]
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MP-22 Masterpiece Ultra Magnus - In-Hand Photos!
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Robotkingdom has MP-22 Ultra Magnus in stock, and they've taken an extensive gallery of photos showing off his gimmicks and transformation, as well as his extra face(s) and his passengers Spike and Daniel! Keep reading to see a sampling of the gallery, then check out Robotkingdom on Facebook to deal with nearly 60 photos of Ultra Magnus now!
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Rescue Bots Reminder - New Episode 'Bot-Tastic Voyage' Airs At 1:30PM EST Today!
It's Saturday again! And Saturday means Transformers Rescue Bots. This week's episode, "Bot-tastic Voyage," centers on the Bots' efforts to clean Kade's system of cleaning nanobots. Click here to see the preview clip, and keep reading for the episode synopsis and link to Discovery Family's schedule page!
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Limited Edition 8-inch Wolverine Retro Figure by Diamond Select Up For Pre-Order
Diamond Select Toys have jumped on the Retro figure bandwagon recently with 8-inch cloth figures of Captain America and Spiderman and it looks like the next one in the series is the Wolverine retro...
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Limited Edition 8-inch Wolverine Retro Figure by Diamond Select Up For Pre-Order
Diamond Select Toys have jumped on the Retro figure bandwagon recently with 8-inch cloth figures of Captain America and Spiderman and it looks like the next one in the series is the Wolverine retro figure. The set comes with 3 costumes, including street clothes featuring his wool collar jacket, his original yellow and blue outfit, and […]
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Limited Edition 8-inch Wolverine Retro Figure by Diamond Select Up For Pre-Order
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