Arrow - 5.11 'Second Chances' Preview Images & Synopsis
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Lovebug!
This little lovebug is crazy about love. Their eyes turn into hearts when they’re around stron
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6" DC Comics Multiverse Superfriends Figures From Mattel
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TRANSFORMERS TITANS RETURN TRIGGERHAPPY & BLOWPIPE CHILL REVIEW
I’m shocked to say it but Hasbro is killing it with Titans Return. See more in the video below
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W.I.P. Previews for #powerangerjuniorcustomshow @ Bodypack Prodiger Space Opening Jan 29th
The POWER ANGER JUNIOR CUSTOM SHOW launches tomorrow January 29th @ Bodypack Prodiger Space - starting at 7AM in Dago Street No. 88, Bandung, Indonesia, and we have a handful of work-in-progress/W.I.P.-teasers to share, from a select few of the participating artists! (*Above teaser from @mirffu).
Do check out the event at the venue if you are in Bandung, people! And check out my earlier post on![]()
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Batman
For a Project 52 Challenge: Toys. Now if only he could combat the dust problem in the house…
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set database: LEGO 60108 fire response unit
set database: LEGO 60108 fire response unit
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set number: 60108
set name: fire response unit
theme: city, fire
year: 2016
pieces: 257
price: us$40
minifigs: 3
nice city set.
image courtesy of brickmerge
image courtesy of hamleys
image courtesy of kockaaruhaz
image courtesy of amazon
set name: fire response unit
theme: city, fire
year: 2016
pieces: 257
price: us$40
minifigs: 3
come with a helicopter, rotatable blades, openable cargo doors and a motorcycle with space for a fire extinguisher.
minifigs included a male fireman minifig, a pilot minifig and a worker minifig.
great playability.
overall design is great.
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Integrity Toys W Club 2017 is Open for Registration
Today saw the launch of the Integrity Toys W Club 2017. As I have not been a member since 2015 I was itching for this moment. I have missed the sneak speaks, emails,...Read More
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Cataloging The Finest Steiff Treasures From 1932!
Anyone care to go on a little time travel adventure? Steiffgal just purchased a wonderful Christmas catalog from F.A.O. Schwarz from 1932. Flipping through it is better than a front row seat in a program about the history of this great toy store! One of the things that is so interesting about this catalog is how many Steiff items are featured within its pages - and on its cover! Let's have a look inside and see how people in the United States were celebrating with Steiff 85 years ago.
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Steiff starts out in the pole position in this great catalog, being featured exclusively on the back cover! Pictured friends include Steiff's kangaroo, Mickey Mouse, white Jocko monkey, Teddy Baby bear, and Fluffy Cat, all playing around a giant red mohair play ball. It is interesting to note, as far as Steiffgal can tell, that the kangaroo and Mickey are the only items that are specifically listed for sale; there is no mention of the white Jocko, Teddy baby, Fluffy cat, and ball within this catalog's pages. This is somewhat unusual given their prime positioning on this key sales document, and all four unmentioned items were clearly in production at the time of the publication. Nonetheless, as the photo's banner proclaims, Steiff proves that "It's fun to shop at SCHWARZ."
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So, first things first. Steiff indeed is noted on the front inside cover (which is not numbered) of this catalog. In the upper left hand corner of the page is Steiff's "Wooly Lamb." It is described as, "Everywhere the children go this lamb is sure to go along. It's adorably appealing with its woolly white coat, closely resembles lambs wool, realistically touched here and there with natural tints. Flexible ears and a squeaky voice. Bell on neck ribbon. Measures 8" high. $2.00." $2 in 1932 had the same buying power as $33.07 in 2017. This item appears to be Steiff's standing, unjointed Lamm or Lamb, which was produced in 14, 17, 22, and 28 cm from 1928-1936 overall.
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Page 1 features two and maybe even three Steiff goodies. The first two are Steiff hand puppets - one labeled "Hand Monkey" and the other "Hand Mickey." Hand Monkey is clearly a Jocko puppet, and is described as, "An amusing toy, realistically animated by the movement of the fingers. Superior make, fine brown plush. 9-1/2", $1.00." Hand Jocko appeared in the line from 1911-1943 overall. Hand Mickey is a Steiff Mickey Mouse puppet, and is described as, "Just slip Mickey over your hand and he will perform for you as you wish. Black and white plush, $1.00." Hand Mickey appeared in the line from 1931-1933. In both cases, $1 in 1932 had the same buying power as $16.54 in 2017.
The third item is probably partially Steiff, and most likely put together in house at F.A.O. Schwarz. It is a "Monkey With Organ," and it is described as, "An appealing little fellow, sitting on a wooden organ box. Organ plays two different tunes when you turn the crank. Strap to hang around neck. Very appropriate to these times. $6.00." This looks to be a standard line 22 or 25 cm brown Steiff Jocko on a lovely, high quality European music box. F.A.O. Schwarz was well known for creating these sorts of special editions by combining a few top tier items into one really special, usually very expensive one. And this fits the bill here: $6 in 1932 had the same buying power as $99.22 in 2017. Steiff's standard line, fully jointed brown mohair Jocko monkey appeared in the line from 1909-1943 overall.
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Things are on a (Steiff) roll on page 2 of this catalog, with a pair of Steiff record style pull toys. The first is "Mickey on Coaster." It is described as, "A beloved friend in a different role. Mickey, all velvet covered, rides merrily on his own coaster when pulled about by the cord. 8-1/2"." This is clearly Steiff's Record Mickey, who appeared in the line from 1931-1933. The second is "Monkey Peter." It is described as, "Peter, made of gay red felt, sits expectantly upon a coaster. When you draw it by the cord, he makes a comical movement and sound with his voice. Height 9-1/2." This selection is a red felt version of Steiff's Record Peter, which appeared in the line in 20 and 25 cm from 1913-1938. Both were priced at $2.50; $2.50 in 1932 had the same buying power as $41.34 in 2017.
Page 6 of this catalog really goes to the dogs, with many popular breeds listed. These include Sealyhams, Pekingese, Fox Terriers, and Scotch Terriers. It is impossible to tell with 110% certainty if these models were indeed made by Steiff, as the black and white photos are small and don't reveal many details, and the descriptions are somewhat generic. However, all of these dog breeds were in the Steiff line at the time, so it is probable that at least a few of these were indeed whelped in Giengen.
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Page 7 offers up several familiar and beloved Steiff friends, with Teddy bears playing a prominent roll. These cubs are described as, "A faithful friend and just as loveable as ever. Jolly jointed Teddy Bear of fine plush in cinnamon or white." They were advertised in seven sizes ranging from 10" to 20", and were priced from $1.50 to $7.50; this equals $24.80 to $124.02 in 2017 dollars.
A "Kangaroo With Its Youngster" makes a bouncing appearance here. She is described as, "This gentle mother Kangaroo of silky plush has a voice and moves her head. The little one can be used as a separate toy." The pair were offered in 14" for $4.75 or 19" for $7.50; this equals $78.55 and $124.02 in 2017 dollars. This head jointed model was Steiff's Kangaroo, which was produced in 10, 35, 43, and 50 cm from 1929-1939 overall.
"Mickey and Minnie Mouse" again rule the house. These charming dolls are described as, "Here is the gay and loveable Mickey and Minnie (new), in various sizes, all soft stuffed and covered with high quality velour." Five sizes of each, ranging from 7 to 19 inches, were noted, with prices spanning $1.00 to $5.00. This translates into $16.54 to $82.68 in 2017 dollars. These of course are the Steiff models, produced from 1931 to 1936 overall.
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Finally, this catalog proves that good things come to those who wait - and sometimes in small packages, too. Under the category of "Unusual Stocking Toys," at the end of the document, the following is listed: "Pair of Wooly Birds." They are simply described as, "on 4-1/2" voice bellow platform. $0.75." This pair is most certainly Steiff's rare and unusual "Chirp Couple," consisting of two metal legged woolen miniature birds on a see-sawing whistle platform. This piece was in the line from 1932-1943 and is very, very rare today, given the ephemeral nature of its construction. Its price, which translates to $12.40 today, seems unbelievable, given that the Auctioneer Teddy Dorado sold one for 1,600 euro in 2014!
Have a question about one of your Steiff treasures? Let's talk! Click here to learn more.
So, first things first. Steiff indeed is noted on the front inside cover (which is not numbered) of this catalog. In the upper left hand corner of the page is Steiff's "Wooly Lamb." It is described as, "Everywhere the children go this lamb is sure to go along. It's adorably appealing with its woolly white coat, closely resembles lambs wool, realistically touched here and there with natural tints. Flexible ears and a squeaky voice. Bell on neck ribbon. Measures 8" high. $2.00." $2 in 1932 had the same buying power as $33.07 in 2017. This item appears to be Steiff's standing, unjointed Lamm or Lamb, which was produced in 14, 17, 22, and 28 cm from 1928-1936 overall. 
Page 1 features two and maybe even three Steiff goodies. The first two are Steiff hand puppets - one labeled "Hand Monkey" and the other "Hand Mickey." Hand Monkey is clearly a Jocko puppet, and is described as, "An amusing toy, realistically animated by the movement of the fingers. Superior make, fine brown plush. 9-1/2", $1.00." Hand Jocko appeared in the line from 1911-1943 overall. Hand Mickey is a Steiff Mickey Mouse puppet, and is described as, "Just slip Mickey over your hand and he will perform for you as you wish. Black and white plush, $1.00." Hand Mickey appeared in the line from 1931-1933. In both cases, $1 in 1932 had the same buying power as $16.54 in 2017. The third item is probably partially Steiff, and most likely put together in house at F.A.O. Schwarz. It is a "Monkey With Organ," and it is described as, "An appealing little fellow, sitting on a wooden organ box. Organ plays two different tunes when you turn the crank. Strap to hang around neck. Very appropriate to these times. $6.00." This looks to be a standard line 22 or 25 cm brown Steiff Jocko on a lovely, high quality European music box. F.A.O. Schwarz was well known for creating these sorts of special editions by combining a few top tier items into one really special, usually very expensive one. And this fits the bill here: $6 in 1932 had the same buying power as $99.22 in 2017. Steiff's standard line, fully jointed brown mohair Jocko monkey appeared in the line from 1909-1943 overall.
Things are on a (Steiff) roll on page 2 of this catalog, with a pair of Steiff record style pull toys. The first is "Mickey on Coaster." It is described as, "A beloved friend in a different role. Mickey, all velvet covered, rides merrily on his own coaster when pulled about by the cord. 8-1/2"." This is clearly Steiff's Record Mickey, who appeared in the line from 1931-1933. The second is "Monkey Peter." It is described as, "Peter, made of gay red felt, sits expectantly upon a coaster. When you draw it by the cord, he makes a comical movement and sound with his voice. Height 9-1/2." This selection is a red felt version of Steiff's Record Peter, which appeared in the line in 20 and 25 cm from 1913-1938. Both were priced at $2.50; $2.50 in 1932 had the same buying power as $41.34 in 2017.Page 6 of this catalog really goes to the dogs, with many popular breeds listed. These include Sealyhams, Pekingese, Fox Terriers, and Scotch Terriers. It is impossible to tell with 110% certainty if these models were indeed made by Steiff, as the black and white photos are small and don't reveal many details, and the descriptions are somewhat generic. However, all of these dog breeds were in the Steiff line at the time, so it is probable that at least a few of these were indeed whelped in Giengen.
Page 7 offers up several familiar and beloved Steiff friends, with Teddy bears playing a prominent roll. These cubs are described as, "A faithful friend and just as loveable as ever. Jolly jointed Teddy Bear of fine plush in cinnamon or white." They were advertised in seven sizes ranging from 10" to 20", and were priced from $1.50 to $7.50; this equals $24.80 to $124.02 in 2017 dollars. A "Kangaroo With Its Youngster" makes a bouncing appearance here. She is described as, "This gentle mother Kangaroo of silky plush has a voice and moves her head. The little one can be used as a separate toy." The pair were offered in 14" for $4.75 or 19" for $7.50; this equals $78.55 and $124.02 in 2017 dollars. This head jointed model was Steiff's Kangaroo, which was produced in 10, 35, 43, and 50 cm from 1929-1939 overall.
"Mickey and Minnie Mouse" again rule the house. These charming dolls are described as, "Here is the gay and loveable Mickey and Minnie (new), in various sizes, all soft stuffed and covered with high quality velour." Five sizes of each, ranging from 7 to 19 inches, were noted, with prices spanning $1.00 to $5.00. This translates into $16.54 to $82.68 in 2017 dollars. These of course are the Steiff models, produced from 1931 to 1936 overall.
And tucked into the bottom right hand page is a dear "Pony." This handsome horse is described as, "A soft stuffed animal for small boys. In brown and white plush, with flowing mane and tail." It was available in 8" for $3.50 and 10-1/2" for $4.75. This translates into $57.88 and $78.55 in 2017 dollars. Given its appearance and size, it is Steiffgal's best guess that this pony is Steiff's standing, unjointed white and brown Pony, produced from 1931-1939 overall in 17, 22, and 28 cm.
Finally, this catalog proves that good things come to those who wait - and sometimes in small packages, too. Under the category of "Unusual Stocking Toys," at the end of the document, the following is listed: "Pair of Wooly Birds." They are simply described as, "on 4-1/2" voice bellow platform. $0.75." This pair is most certainly Steiff's rare and unusual "Chirp Couple," consisting of two metal legged woolen miniature birds on a see-sawing whistle platform. This piece was in the line from 1932-1943 and is very, very rare today, given the ephemeral nature of its construction. Its price, which translates to $12.40 today, seems unbelievable, given that the Auctioneer Teddy Dorado sold one for 1,600 euro in 2014!Steiffgal hopes that you have enjoyed this historical - and virtual - Steiff shopping spree!
Have a question about one of your Steiff treasures? Let's talk! Click here to learn more.
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11 Kid Friendly Heart Shaped Snacks and Treats to Make for Valentine’s
With Christmas safely out of the way, it’s time to get prepping for Valentine’s Day. And what’s the one thing we love to do when special holiday’s roll around? Eat. So here’s an excuse to fill you and the kids bellies with some holiday goodness. 11 heart shaped snacks a you can make with your […]
The post 11 Kid Friendly Heart Shaped Snacks and Treats to Make for Valentine’s appeared first on Kids Love This Stuff!.
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Luke Chueh x Mighty Jaxx Darkish Knight
Mighty Jaxx has just released the Darkish Knight polystone bust from Luke Chueh. The latest in the Bat Bear series, the new mono edition is inspired by the Dark Knight Returns storyline. Limited to 100 pieces, the 12” bust is available for pre-order from Mighty Jaxx for $125 (+ s/h)...
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Transformers: Lost Light #2 Comic Book 7 Page Preview
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Just in via CBR, is an exclusive, extended preview of the Transformers: Lost Light #2 Comic Book coming to shops next week. Rodimus and Co. find themselves in a dangerous place. Even more dangerous than on a planet that exploded from the inside. Thats already pretty dangerous. But where they are now? Oh boy.
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Black Forest Bear
🐻 seen in Esslingen/Neckar, Baden-Württemberg.
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Silent Sunday 29.01.17
Care Bear stare! We had the most amazing time at the London Toy Fair this week and our highlight was
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Takara Tomy Transformers MP-38 Beast Wars Convoy Deluxe Version
Takara Tomy just confirmed that the latest addition to their Transformers Masterpiece line is MP-38 Beast Wars Convoy (Deluxe Version). It is scheduled to be release around June 2017 and tentatively priced at 12,000 yen. Toywiz and Toy Garden will be taking preorder for this and you can order from our online store.
The post Takara Tomy Transformers MP-38 Beast Wars Convoy Deluxe Version appeared first on Toywiz and Toy Garden.
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Want to Learn How To Donate Toys?
Are the toys cluttering up your living room? Now that the holidays are over, do you want to learn how to donate toys? Want to make some money by selling those used toys? Join me Tuesday, January 10, 2017 on Facebook for a Live Chat. I’ll be sharing tips on how to sell and donate […]
The post Want to Learn How To Donate Toys? appeared first on ToyQueen.com.
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First Order Flametrooper (Jedi Force)
I really like the stylized format Hasbro uses for their Playskool action figures. In the case of the Jedi Force segment, they recently started offering single characters with action features built in them, like this First Order Flametrooper.![]()
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Monopoly is Letting Players Choose New Game Tokens
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Hot Toys VGM27 Batman: Arkham Asylum 1/6th Scale The Joker Collectible Figure
” Welcome to the madhouse, Batman!” In Batman: Arkham Asylum, the game title that jumpstarted the critically acclaimed Batman: Arkham game series, Batman must do all it takes to stop The Joker’s elaborate plot to destroy Gotham City with the terrifying TITAN drug! As the game’s main antagonist and mastermind of the evil plan, The […]
The post Hot Toys VGM27 Batman: Arkham Asylum 1/6th Scale The Joker Collectible Figure appeared first on Toywiz and Toy Garden.
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The Last Knight To Get Super Bowl TV Spot? Paramount Purchases Ad Space During The Big Game
The 51st Super Bowl airs in just over one week, and entertainment news website Deadline is reporting on this year's commercial spot pricing, as well as a short list of companies known to have purchased the highly prized advertising time. Among them is Paramount, who has used Super Bowl time in past years to promote an upcoming Transformers movie. Deadline speculates this year's Baywatch movie might take over the premium ad time, but if so that would represent the first movie year since Revenge of The Fallen that Transformers didn't claim a Super Bowl spot. Time will tell! Keep reading for a link to the original article.
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