Hello and Happy almost New Year from TIA! 2015 was an upbeat year for the toy industry. Toy sales will be up both in the U.S. and in several countries around the world, making this our industry’s most successful year in a decade. It was also an exciting time for the Toy Industry Association. We [...]
A Year in Review from TIA President Steve Pasierb
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Pikachu cuddly toy
Part of my cuddly toy series based on my Loneliness series, this oil painting was painted in the uni
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Redressing: Domina, Fidele and Veroniques
We all have had the experience of finding the perfect outfit for a doll. When that happens to me, I don't want to redress her. I love looking at my dolls. It gives me joy. When a new fashion arrives it sometimes takes a while to decide who will undergo the change. Such a problem. :-)
Last week I experienced a redressing frenzy; the ensuing photo shoot resulted.
Domina models"Etoile" which I was able to get at the recent Superdoll sale for half the original price. This fashion comes with a pretty neckpiece which is not shown in my photo.
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Fidele is modeling Madra's "Devil May Care" costume. This was produced by Ashton Drake in 2000.
Her shoes are from a Gen X 12-pair shoe pack. They fit the resin dolls very well.
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Finally, a 2005 Fashion Royalty Veronique known as "Foreign Affair" who has been switched to an FR2 body models a mini dress by Huckleberry Jackson.
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My rerooted, rebodied "Body Double" Veronique models "Perfect Reign" Tatyana's gown in front of the tree. I give a great deal of credit to anyone who was able to put on the elbow length lace gloves. I gave up after about a minute.
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Last week I experienced a redressing frenzy; the ensuing photo shoot resulted.
Domina models"Etoile" which I was able to get at the recent Superdoll sale for half the original price. This fashion comes with a pretty neckpiece which is not shown in my photo.
Fidele is modeling Madra's "Devil May Care" costume. This was produced by Ashton Drake in 2000.
Her shoes are from a Gen X 12-pair shoe pack. They fit the resin dolls very well.
Finally, a 2005 Fashion Royalty Veronique known as "Foreign Affair" who has been switched to an FR2 body models a mini dress by Huckleberry Jackson.
My rerooted, rebodied "Body Double" Veronique models "Perfect Reign" Tatyana's gown in front of the tree. I give a great deal of credit to anyone who was able to put on the elbow length lace gloves. I gave up after about a minute.
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How Lego Finally Found Success With Girls
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Tsum Tsum Inspired Bunny DIY
I’m back to making sock plushies. This time I’m inspired by the Disney Tsum Tsum. If you
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Barbie Fan Club 2016
Will you be joining? If it weren't for the upcoming articulated Silkstone dolls, I'd be dropping out because these last two years have been very disappointing. What about you?
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Pre-order the Deluxe 30th Anniversary Jason from Friday the 13th Part VI and NECA
In honor of Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives turning the big 3-0, NECA has prepared a super-spec
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Batman v Superman Armored Batman DC Multiverse 6" Figure Video Review & Images
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[$$] Golfer's Hedge Fund Makes Bid For Nabi Maker
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Unite Warriors Devastator Stop Motion Review Video
We've spent most of this year talking about Titan Class Devastator, and it's no stretch to say that it was the big news item of 2015. With TakaraTomy's version of the set released earlier this month, it's safe to say The Year of Devastator is just about over with. So it feels appropriate that we get to close this chapter with a new video from youheidx, showing in stop motion form the unboxing, transformation, and combination of the Unite Warriors version of the Constructicons in to Devastator, giving us one last fun look at the toys that captured so much of our attention. Click through to watch.
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I Finished Knitting the...
I suppose you’re all dying to know if I finished knitting the thing with the butt. Well, yes.
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It's a F.A.D. Dunny from J*RYU x Kidrobot in 8-inches for a Jan 2015 Drop!
Since it's release as a 20" behemoth of an awesome toy, Kidrobot will now be making J*RYU's "It's a F.A.D. Dunny" in 8-inches! FINALLY I have a chance to own a production piece from the sculpting master, and am truly looking forward to getting this! Alas it is available in January 2016, otherwise it'll sure be on my #TopTenToysof2015 list!KIDROBOT PRESS: "We are excited to announce that the It's![]()
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QUICC's TEQ63 & Devil Toys @ ToySoul 2015
I am intrigued for what is to become of my boy QUICCS' 1/6th-scaled TEQ63 articulated action figure moving forward in 2016, and have a chance to see more of the figure for when Hong Kong-based producers Devil Toys showcased their projects at the recent Toy Soul 2015 (Dec 18-20) - which also included their TigerShark sculpt, EXPO prototype, and War Wolf figure just released for pre-orders (more ![]()
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Several Days After Christmas, Toys ‘R’ Us Closes in Times Square
After delighting shoppers for more than 14 years, the Toys “R” Us flagship store is dismantling its Ferris wheel and 20-foot-tall T. rex.
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Of Low Poly Troopers & R2D2 Chunkies by Alex Solis from VTSS Toys
Taiwan-based VTSS Toys has been steadily bringing in a swell toy-game in 2015, and looks to push forward in 2016, with the reveal of two Star Wars-themed products, starting with a LOW POLY TROOPER Bust (seen above) in a design concept/style reminiscent of their "Brute" by Jona Dinges release … and the continuation of Alex Solis' "Famous Chunkies" with R2D2! The Star Wars Chunkies family of ![]()
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J*Ryu x Kidrobot 8 Its Just a F.A.D. Dunny (1.12.16)
The second act in J*Ryu’s It’s a F.A.D. project will be released in mid-January. Following in the path of its previously released 20” brethren, the 8” shelf-friendly, gothic-inspired Dunny matches the design of the larger piece down to the removable key. Just as the 20” featured two different editions—standard pearlescent...
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WIP Previews for #DTADunnyShow 2016 @ Clutter Gallery
The 2nd annual DTA DUNNY Show welcomes in the new year with a launch on January 9th @ Clutter Gallery in New York, showcasing a series of customs on the Dunny form, of which we have some previews to share, snagged from the ample bosom of the www (essentially the #dtadunnyshow hashtag on IG :p) - featuring WIPs from Gary Ham, Andrea Kang, QUICCS, Seymour, Chris Ryniak, Amanda Louise Spayd (who we![]()
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Introducing: GOOD BONE by #TheGoodHabit
STORY: "There was once a kid, unknown to many. Where most people see filth, he saw opportunities. Where most see greys, his world was in colour. You may have passed him on the streets or mistaken him for a piece of furniture. His only human interactions were from the kids who bullied him, for being different.
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Mr. Mitote x Toloache Toys Coco Cat Plush
Known in the art toy world mainly for his excellent customs, illustrator/sculptor Mr. Mitote has collaborated with Toloache Toys on the Coco Cat plush. The playful feline is the latest in the artist’s continuing plush series with the Mexican brand. Available in both black and pink colorways, Coco Cat can...
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Jessie the Raccoon
One of the two amigurumis that I made as Christmas presents is this one, Jessie. This raccoon was ma
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