Kidrobot will make their presence known at this years Denver Comic-Con, which will take place from June 17 - 19! How do they plan on doing that you may ask? They will be debut releasing their brand new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Capsule Collection. That will feature the second series...
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Kidrobot x TMNT Capsule Collection Debut Release at Denver Comic-Con (6.17 - 6.19)
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Gaming Heads: Iron Bull Statue Now Available for Pre-Order
Now available to pre-order through Sideshow Collectibles' website is Gaming Heads' Iron Bull statue from Dragon Age: Inquisition. Priced $469.99 and scheduled to ship between January and March next year, you can get more details and see a whole bunch of images by following the previous link.
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Unboxing Rotofugi's Basement Video Series
Have you ever wondered what the stock room of your favorite vinyl toy stores look like? Or if they have any hidden gems, rare figures, personal collectibles and maybe even things you haven't seen in a long while tucked back there? Well, Rotofugihas started a fun new video series, titled...
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Brutus (Call of Duty)
Brutus (set # CNC66), is yet another of the smaller boxed sets offered by Mega Bloks in their Call of Duty line. It contains 42 pieces and I found it very interesting for a number of reasons.![]()
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Rotofugi Presents: Jeremiah Ketner Nihon Dream Noferin in Return to Carrara (6.10)
Rotofugi will be hosting dual shows on Friday, June 10th, which will feature artwork from the talented artists Jeremiah Ketner in "Nihon Dream" and artist duo Noferin in "Return to Carrara". The event will take place from 7-10PM and if you cannot make i to the opening, the artwork will...
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Jon-Paul Kaiser x Huck Gee x Pobber Skullhead Samurai Figure Wax Mold Stage!
Pobber Toys just posted an update on their upcoming Skullhead Samurai collabo figure from Jon-Paul Kaiser and Huck Gee, which was first shown off at STGCC last year. Might we say, that it is coming along VERY nicely and we cannot wait for these to go into production.
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NECA: Batman Returns Catwoman Quarter Scale Figure Prototype Images
Making its way to retailers in October is NECA's second action figure from Batman Returns, in the form of their 1/4 scale rendition of Catwoman that features the authorized likeness of Michelle Pfeiffer. Standing nearly 18" tall and featuring 30 points of articulation and a movie-authentic sculpt, detailed down to the loose threads hanging from her homemade costume. Catwoman comes with two interchangeable heads (one calm; one angry, with synthetic hair escaping from a battle damaged mask) and interchangeable hands, as well as Taser and whip accessories.
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Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Precision Series Luigi’s Casa Della Tires – Full Serve
Thanks for the heads up, “John H.” Amazon has listed the next two Precision Series playset coming, one of which is, Mater’s Tow Yard (covered yesterday) and today, Luigi’s Casa Della Tires! It looks larger than the current “regular” Luigi’s Casa Della Tires. Removable roof. It looks like the tires tower light up also. Along with the […]
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Vangelus Review 340 - SH Figuarts Kamen Rider Drive Type Speed
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Vangelus Review 340-X - SH Figuarts Kamen Rider Drive Tire Koukan Campaign
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Letter of the week series – Letter S
This week we are focusing on some fun and hands-on activities to learn all about Letter S! Catch the
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Jumperooooooooo
The Fisher Price Jumperoo was recommended to us by lots of people as soon as I was pregnant. Apparen
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Risk taking is what its all about.... June 23rd Conference is getting bigger - the Magnificent Seven ride again
We have been delighted with the number of people who have said they can't wait until the 23rd to hear and meet the magnificent seven - June O'Sullivan, Sue Palmer, Teacher Tom, Niki Buchan, Richard House, Maggie Bolger and Alistair Bryce Clegg..... So to avoid disappointment (and encourage you to bring more) we have decided to do TWO things.... We now have room for 300 people If you book for more than just yourself - there are discounts now available - but hurry please.Can I remind y [...]
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round about: rainbow sandwiches & failed legos
So it just hit me. It’s summer. Does it feel like summer to you, because I’m not onboard yet. Why is it the weeks speed by, and yet that summer feeling really doesn’t kick in until a month or so after it starts? What do you do to help you get into the summer swing […]
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Linda's Review of Fabric Art Journals by Pam Sussman
Several years ago I decided to make fabric covered journals for my twin granddaughters. They were in junior high school at the time and I wanted something a little different as one of their presents for Christmas that year. So, I decided to create the journals.
Foolishly I didn't take a picture of them, but I can tell you that I thoroughly enjoyed making them. They were nothing like the journals I'm about to tell you about. Mine were crudely covered three ring binders, but they were pretty all the same.
When I saw the book Fabric Art Journals: Making, Sewing, and Embellishing Journals from Cloth and Fibers (Quarry Book) by Pam Sussman during a bookstore shopping trip with my Mother several years ago it reminded me of the crude journals I had made so I decided to flip through it.
There is a quote from Pam Sussman on the back cover that says, "Fabric books simply beg to be touched and experienced through the hands as well as the eyes." I couldn't agree more.
I might add that sometimes the fabric journals become works of art all unto themselves and beg you to just look at them. Like other works of art - to touch them you might just ruin them.
Since I am a lover of anything made with fabric whether it is a bowl, a box, a quilted landscape, ATC's (artist trading cards), floral fashions, dolls, baskets, altered art, etc. I knew that I would like this book.
Pam's book covers the basics of creating fabric art journals and then embellishing them. It includes 8 projects - 3 for beginners, 3 for intermediate journal makers, and 2 with advance binding techniques. Templates for the 8 projects are found in the very back of the book.
In the section on the basics of fabric art journals you'll find information on fabric journal tools, fabric journals versus paper journals, hand sewing versus machine sewing, accurate measuring and cutting, pressing, choosing fabrics and thread, inner support, basic sewing stitches, and basic edge finishes. Basically, everything you need to know to try creating fabric art journals.
In the embellishments section you learn about tea-dyeing fabrics, painting fabrics, adding words to cloth pages, image transfers, applique, art quilting, easy embroidery, eyelets and other hardware, button, fancy edges, fancy closures, beads, and trims. Each page is filled with pictures and/or illustrations as well as how-to's or step-by-step instructions.
In the fabric book projects section Pam shows you with step-by-step illustrations how to make a muslin journal, concertina journal, button-bound book, tape bound journal, fabric-stitch journal, house box journal, coptic-bound journal, and dream journal.
Flipping through these sections I found myself thinking that I could make that or wouldn't that be a wonderful gift for so and so. I wanted to try all of them. Then again, if you know me, you know my desire to try everything and anything crafty is much larger than the constraints of time. I need to clone ME.
In the back of the book there is a Gallery chapter filled with pictures of fabric art journals created by other artists. They are all unbelievable and you really need to see them for yourself. The pictures are beautiful, but I'm sure they don't do some of these fabric art journals justice. They truly are works of art.
During this shopping trip after a while my Mother appeared and asked me what was taking me so long. I showed her the book I was looking at. She was intrigued and wanted to see some of the projects, too. We both loved them all and agreed that we should at least try making one or two, okay maybe three of them. The problem was how to choose. We loved them all.
If you are looking for a challenge and looking for something that is truly unique then you should try your hand at making a fabric art journal. I'm sure if you gave it to someone as a gift that it would become a family heirloom.
Of course, if I could clone myself I'd make all of the fabric art journals in this book and many, many more. They are just so unique and so pretty. Pretty little works of art.
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Toy Taxidermy: Make Unicorn Trophy Wall Art
This fun project is surprisingly simple to make! Add a bit of humor to the decor of any room with a
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Video Review - Fortress Maximus Generations Titans Return Titan Class
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YouTuber Optibotimus has posted a video review of Titans Return Fortress Maximus! Having received one of the Australian Forts Max at great expense, his 43-minute video details the massive Transformer and all his light and sound gimmicks. Keep reading to check it out!
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Toy Chest: World’s Longest Swing Set Edition
The world's longest swing set was recently built in Florida and 7 other things I wanted to share this week.
For more stories behind some of your favorite toys visit Toy Tales.
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New Gene Marshall & Friends Dolls by Mel Odom and Jamieshow
The latest Jamieshow Convention was held this past weekend in Chicago and revealed a full compliment of Gene Marshall & Friends dolls. I am sure that Gene collectors are thrilled at the resurgence of their beloved dolls, now in resin.
All photos by George Gonzalez.
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From left to right: Oona, Ivy, Marsha, Trent, Gene, Zita, Madra and Violet.
Attendees could choose either a Gene line doll or a Jamieshow doll for their convention souvenir prior to the event. Marsha was the Gene line souvenir. She has a beautifully done face. I don't know what's going on with the pleats in the front of the dress. Perhaps one has to remove the jacket to see the dress design. I'm hoping to see owner photos of that.
The Jamieshow doll that was available as an option was a Cary Grant doll. He is not shown above but can be seen, along with all of the above dolls at:
http://www.jamieshow.us/GENE-CONVENTION-DOLLS_c_94.html
All the dolls are available either to pre-order or to purchase now. The prices are $495 for each except for Marsha and Cary who are $600.
My personal favorite is Oona. Her face, hair and outfit work perfectly together. She fits right in with the theme of Hollywood Canteen.
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Zita is a striking doll. Her sculpt is intriguing and adorable at the same time. She looks like she's always ready to blow a kiss. Her wig cap is lovely.
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Another favorite is Hollywood Canteen Gene. She is pure Gene, glamorous and beautiful. Dress and wig cap are well suited to her and the era.
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Trent is dressed in a US military uniform and cuts a fine figure.
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All photos by George Gonzalez.
From left to right: Oona, Ivy, Marsha, Trent, Gene, Zita, Madra and Violet.
Attendees could choose either a Gene line doll or a Jamieshow doll for their convention souvenir prior to the event. Marsha was the Gene line souvenir. She has a beautifully done face. I don't know what's going on with the pleats in the front of the dress. Perhaps one has to remove the jacket to see the dress design. I'm hoping to see owner photos of that.
The Jamieshow doll that was available as an option was a Cary Grant doll. He is not shown above but can be seen, along with all of the above dolls at:
http://www.jamieshow.us/GENE-CONVENTION-DOLLS_c_94.html
All the dolls are available either to pre-order or to purchase now. The prices are $495 for each except for Marsha and Cary who are $600.
My personal favorite is Oona. Her face, hair and outfit work perfectly together. She fits right in with the theme of Hollywood Canteen.
Zita is a striking doll. Her sculpt is intriguing and adorable at the same time. She looks like she's always ready to blow a kiss. Her wig cap is lovely.
Another favorite is Hollywood Canteen Gene. She is pure Gene, glamorous and beautiful. Dress and wig cap are well suited to her and the era.
Trent is dressed in a US military uniform and cuts a fine figure.
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And there's even more!!!!
INTRODUCING THE 2016 JAMIESHOW BASICS COLLECTION
Some old friends join us this year, re-sculpted and freshened up. Cameron has a new skin tone, and both he and Lee now can wear our exclusive JAMIEshow sculpted wig caps. Sabina rejoins the group now also able to wear the JAMIEshow exclusive rooted wig caps. All three of the girls sculpts have been re-sculpted for a fresh look in these 2.0 version. Available for pre-order now, the first shipment will come in the beginning of July and the remainder by August.
Here is the link to see and order the basics.
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Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, DHX Brands Sign Deal for Teletubbies
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment and DHX Brands signed a global home entertainment distribution deal for all new and classic episodes of Teletubbies in both physical and digital formats. The new Teletubbies series follows the characters of the original series, with visual enhancements and new, modern story elements. The new Teletubbies premiered on Nick Jr. in the U.S. on May 30, on [...]
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