This afternoon, series artist Alex Milne decided to share the updated designs for a couple of characters as seen recently in More Than Meets The Eye. It's best not to say too much in this part of the post, as the images themselves do constitute meaningful spoilers for the recent issue. But if spoilers are not a great concern for you - or of course you've read the issue - then you'll definitely want to click through and check out these great pieces of art with quick comments from Alex!

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April 3, 2016, 3:34 pm

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Children And Their Vacations

April 3, 2016, 5:46 pm

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Every year it has become common for the parents to think about their schedules during the seasonal vacations for their children if the parents are working. It can become difficult for them to handle their children as they cannot sit idle at home during their vacations. It can be a headache for their parents as […]

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Unite Warriors Strafe Revealed In Prototype Photo - Last Stop Before Computron

April 3, 2016, 5:58 pm

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Hisashi Yuki has finished off the Technobot team with the reveal of Strafe. This reveal confirms a few pieces of earlier speculation - most obviously that this Strafe would be a retooled Unite Warriors Blast Off. This also verifies a theory we presented back in January, that the mold has an alternate robot form besides the cartoon-themed Blast Off robot mode. Keep reading to see the new pictures and info!

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My Weekend Animewatch: What Happened #TerraFormarsRevenge? & R.I.P. #WorldTrigger ...

April 3, 2016, 7:35 pm

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#watching #terraformarsrevenge #anime Ep1 - prepare to inject the serum and transform now!A video posted by TOYSREVIL (@toysrevil) on Apr 3, 2016 at 7:57am PDT I woke up the very next Monday morning and rethought my impressions of the first episode of Terra Formars Revenge written on my Instagrammed screen-snaps (as I watch them on my lappie), and decided I was being exceedingly arriving, in fact

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Cartoon Network’s Powerpuff Girls Fight Evil on TV and Beyond

April 3, 2016, 9:00 pm

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Eleven years after their television series ended, Blossom, Bubbles and Buttercup are returning to Cartoon Network on multiple digital platforms.

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#toyhuntsg: Otaku House @ Suntec City

April 3, 2016, 9:29 pm

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#OtakuHouse at Suntec City FTWA photo posted by TOYSREVIL (@toysrevil) on Apr 3, 2016 at 2:03am PDT Besides The Falcon Hangar's (previously featured), another locale to peruse "toys", is the anime-fueled OTAKU HOUSE located at Suntec City! This is currently one of two branches left of aaaaa. Known to this blog earlier on as the sole distributor of Toy2R in Singapore, said collection has

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My First Fuchiko & Gachas from Tokyu Hands Pop-up @ Suntec City #toylife

April 3, 2016, 10:50 pm

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Select gachas available at #TokyuHands pop-up situated at ground lobby of Tower5 Suntec City - last day today. Prices range between SG$5 for a gacha to $7-10 for blind box, to $24 for the larger sitting vinyl figure. #toylifeA photo posted by TOYSREVIL (@toysrevil) on Apr 3, 2016 at 12:45am PDT I had a taste of "Tokyu Hands" this weekend when I visited Suntec City and found their pop-up

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Some Of The Beautiful Peddler or Pedlar Dolls From the strong National Museum Of Play

April 4, 2016, 12:00 am

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In doing some of the research for my "Early American Wooden Dolls By Joel Ellis From 1873" post I ran across the Peddler Doll from 1851-1951 (Material - painted | carved | papier-mache | wood | molded) pictured above from the strong National Museum of Play and, once again fell in love.

I know, I know. I fall in love with every doll I see. Guilty as charged. But, she is just so charming - don't you think? Just look at her face.

So, of course, I had to find out if they had any more and what information they had on peddler dolls. Here's what I found out:

In the description of the peddler doll pictured above they stated: Most 19th-century makers of peddler dolls began with a mass-produced, small figure made of wood, papier mache, leather, or china and added the handmade red cloak, black bonnet, white lace cap, calico dress, and apron of the traditional "notion nannies." The fun of making the peddler doll was in crafting the dozens (sometimes hundreds) of tiny notions, buttons, fabrics, laces, ribbons, and pots and pans that the peddler offered for sale. Peddler dolls displayed their merchandise on large trays hung from a strap around their necks, in baskets on their arms, or in larger bins displayed at their feet and protected by a glass dome. The doll form seems to have been most popular from about 1820 to 1860.

I also ran across the beautiful Peddler Doll illustration shown above from the Dolls from the Index of American Design Collection at The National Gallery of Art.

According to their description: This is a rare and interesting peddler doll; it represents the era of street vendors, who sold items of every imaginable description, from handmade lace to kitchen utensils. This china-headed doll, dating about 1860, carries a basket filled with notions. Such dolls were especially popular during the late eighteenth and nineteenth century in England, where peddlers constantly hawked their wares on the streets.

Mina Lowry (artist), American, 1894 - 1942, Anonymous Craftsman (object maker), Museum of the City of New York (object owner), Peddler Doll, c. 1936, watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.15399

Here's a few more of my peddler doll favorites from the strong National Museum of Play .

Peddler Doll - Carved and Painted Wood - 1850-1880 - © The Strong

How sweet is she? I just love her bonnet and her tiny purses.

Peddler Doll - Painted Leather - 1830-1860 - © The Strong

I'm not sure I like her painted leather face, but every time I look at her I have to admit there is something charming about her.

In the description of this peddler doll we learn: Peddler dolls first appeared in the 17th century in Europe but became most popular in the 1800s, when, ironically, the number of peddlers diminished. English artisans offered peddler dolls in both female and male figures each with the familiar red cloak, black hat, and an array of miniature pots, pans, books, buttons, stockings, and other goods. Many peddler dolls of the 19th century were made by Victorian women who took up home crafts of all kinds with a passion.

Peddler Doll - Carved and Painted Wood - 1850-1880 - © The Strong

I can't decide whether this doll is a really a witch or a pilgrim. I know there's a lot of character in her face - perhaps a lot of wisdom, too. I think she's more likely a pilgrim with her hat and pilgrim shoes.

Peddler Doll - Molded Wax and Carved and Painted Wood - 1845-1880 - © The Strong

I wish we could see more of her wax face, but that doesn't stop me from loving her. Just look at all the miniature dolls she's selling. I'd buy them. Wouldn't you?

In the description of this peddler doll we learn: Itinerant peddlers of old fascinated Europeans for centuries. These traveling salesmen and saleswomen usually sold their small goods like ribbons, threads, spices, tools, and kitchen implements to farm wives who lived a distance from town shops and market squares. These traveling merchants inspired the English and European peddler dolls of the 19th century.

Peddler Doll - Carved and Painted Wood - 1900-1930 - © The Strong

I just love her sweet face, her hooded cape, adorable bonnet and dress. Totally irresistible.

There are more peddler dolls on the strong National Museum of Play website. Check it out. You won't be disappointed.

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Ursula At Play - Colonial Girl Doll E-Pattern

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I love "faceless" dolls as I believe that without their faces the doll's personality can speak for itself. You tend to look at the whole doll for her beauty versus just looking at her face. There is a quiet beauty to "faceless" dolls and "Ursula At Play" is one of those quiet beauties.

She and her brother, "Zacheus At Play!" along with her best girlfriend, "Rebecca" are a tight knit group of boys and girls. They are all "faceless" colonial beauties who just love hanging out together.

Rebecca is the most dignified of the group and the most studious. Ursula and Zacheus are much more playful and love to tease each other as only "brothers & sisters" can. They pay attention to their studies, but when their done - well, they just love to play.

Whether it's the lace that surrounds her, the colors of her outfit, the way her hair is fashioned, or her intricate beauty "Ursula At Play!" is a beautiful Colonial doll.

“Ursula At Play”, 12” "Faceless" Colonial Girl Doll E-Pattern - Colonial "Faceless" Series - Pattern Category - Skill Level - Beginner

"Ursula At Play!" is a 12" Colonial "faceless" cloth doll with muslin body and blushed cheeks . Her boots are painted black and cross-laced. Ursula has a mass of curly brown yarn hair all over her head. She is wearing lace trimmed bloomers that are gathered at the waist. Her slip is lace trimmed and gathered at the waist, as well.

Ursula's yellow print dress has a multi-layer lace trim down the center front of the dress bodice. The sleeves are gathered at the shoulder and lace trimmed along the sleeve hem edge. Her dress has a combination dress skirt and lace dress overskirt that are both gathered at the waist.

Lace bows decorate the front and back of the bottom edges of the lace overskirt. She has a lace shawl wrapped around her shoulders with a ribbon bow in the front. Her lace kerchief sits beautifully atop her full head of hair and is tied in a knot just under her chin.

Ursula pays close attention to her studies and is very attentive to the needs of her brother, Zacheus and her best girlfriend, Rebecca. While she loves to play she never forgets her manners and always remains very ladylike.

Designer - Linda Walsh Originals.

Ursula E-Pattern

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Zacheus At Play - Handmade Colonial Boy Doll & E-Pattern

April 4, 2016, 1:30 am

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I love "faceless" dolls as I believe that without their faces the doll's personality can speak for itself. You tend to look at the whole doll for her beauty versus just looking at her face. There is a quiet beauty to "faceless" dolls and despite being male "Zacheus At Play" is one of those quiet beauties.

He is new doll from our "faceless" colonial boys & girls series. He and his sister, "Ursula At Play!" along with his sister's best girlfriend, "Rebecca" are a tight knit group of boys and girls. They are all "faceless" colonial beauties who just love hanging out together.

Rebecca is the most dignified of the group and the most studious. Ursula and Zacheus are much more playful and love to tease each other as only "brothers & sisters" can.They pay attention to their studies, but when their done - well, they just love to play. And, play - well Zacheus can play with the best of them.

“Zacheus At Play”, 12” "Faceless" Colonial Boy Art Doll E-Pattern - Colonial "Faceless" Series - Pattern Category - Skill Level - Intermediate

"Zacheus At Play!" is a 12" Colonial "faceless" cloth doll with muslin body and blushed cheeks . His boots are painted black and cross-laced. Zacheus has a mass of straight reddish brown mohair hair all over his head.

His printed sleeveless shirt has a center front lace strip and is gathered at the neck and he is wearing a matching suit. His pantaloons are lace trimmed along the bottom hem edge and gathered at the waist.

His lined and coordinated two section jacket has two-toned lined over sleeves and lace trimmed sleeves that are both gathered at the shoulder. The jacket top is lined and the jacket bottom is lined and gathered at the waist. It also has lace trim along the neck, front, and bottom edges and is fastened in the front with an antique button. The sleeves of the jacket are gathered at the wrist.

Zacheus also pays close attention to his studies and is very mindful of his duties. However, when he gets a chance to play he really likes to do so. And, even his frilly outfit, won't stop him from doing so. He is a rambunctious and playful Colonial boy after all.

Designer - Linda Walsh Originals.

Zacheus E-Pattern
Handmade Doll

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The Virtuali-Tee Smart Shirt is the Coolest Way to Teach Kids Anatomy

April 4, 2016, 1:48 am

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Ever thought how awesome it would be for your little ones to see their heart beating inside them? How about a sneak peek at their own liver, lungs, blood and guts? Well now they can (sort of), with the help a really cool product that simulates the workings of the inner body in full 3D […]

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roly poly pals to snuggle

April 4, 2016, 4:00 am

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Sometimes stuffed toys just have too many limbs, amiright? You never noticed? Well Saint Angel Productions noticed, and they have swiftly rectified the situation with these adorable armless, legless creations. Honestly, you won’t miss the arms and legs at all – those cute faces and squishy bodies are all you need to hug.

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MP-32 Masterpiece Optimus Primal - New Photos Including First Look At Stock Photography

April 4, 2016, 5:36 am

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Site sponsor TFSource and go-to source of Japanese TF info Autobase Aichi have both posted new images today of Masterpiece Optimus Primal! TFSource has provided some new catalog shots, and Autobase Aichi has the first look at the official photography for the figure, including the full accessory loadout and some nifty diorama shots with a wilderness theme. Keep reading to see it all!

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New Photo Of Unite Warriors UW08 Computron

April 4, 2016, 5:43 am

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Preempting Hisashi Yuki's inevitable Twitter post, Autobase Aichi and site sponsor TFSource have published grayscale shots of the increasingly impressive Unite Warriors Computron! Due in August, the figure is almost completely different from the leaked Hasbro release at every level - and this is the best shot we've yet seen of its combined form. Keep reading to see!

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PLAMAX MF-04: minimum factory Lynn Minmay Do You Remember Love? Ver. Plastic Model Kit

April 4, 2016, 6:54 am

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From the anime movie Macross: Do You Remember Love? comes the PLAMAX MF-04: minimum factory Lynn Minmay Do You Remember Love? Ver. Plastic Model Kit by Max Factory. The PLAMAX MF-04: minimum factory Lynn Minmay Do […]

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