Nick LoCicero 
Ep. 114 Pink Rock Star This week we have a detailed talk about the Urban Redux Super Mystery Chasers. We also discuss the Star Wars 3 and Wild West reveals and the Cutesters en Vogue and Mickey Through the Years releases. Of course we have a full release and events calendar as well. Listen in Popup … Read more
Update: 4/2/13 This was our April Fool’s joke. However, just think how easily something like this could happen. hmm….. Disney has put an indefinite halt on guest pin trading with Cast Members at all Disney parks after a guest was injured at Hollywood Studios in Orlando on Sunday. Read the full story at our sister … Read more
I try to stay positive. We all understood, after it happened the first few times, that “LocationSpecific” Vinylmation released at Disney Stores in NYC, Chicago, San Francisco and such would eventually end up at the online Disney Store. We all changed our vocabulary from “Exclusive” to “Specific.” But Directory Mickey, released last year at the … Read more
We spotlight lots of custom artists on DV, but Casey Maute has put a twist on things. He creates custom accessories for your Vinylmation. Destination Vinylmation: First off, what gave you the idea to start creating accessories for Vinylmation figures? Casey Maute: I made my first ever painted custom for my friend and it looked pretty ridiculous… … Read more
These will be for sale on Friday, March 29th at noon central standard time. So that would be 1pm for the east coasters and 10am for the west coasters. If you are interested in a chance to buy one, please send me a message through my custom page ON that day and no earlier. The … Read more
How long have you been collecting? I’ve been collecting for 3 1/2 years, since October of 2009 How many vinyl do you have? According to Chasing Vinylmation, I have 878….. yikes! What was your first vinylmation? Urban 2 Cosmos What is your favorite Disney made Vinylmation? This is tough. I think my all time favorite … Read more
I am very impressed with the Disney Merchandise Blog. As we talked about in the last DV Podcast episode, the Merchandise Blog is taking the lead in being THE source for news on Disney theme parks merchandise releases. The official Vinylmation blog and now the official Pin blog, both redirect to the merchandise blog. I do think … Read more
Artist Javier Soto will have a 9″ Custom for sale at the 2013 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival: No word on the date of release or price yet.
Noah will be creating a limited number of Custom Vinylmation to celebrate Epcot’s International Flower & Garden Festival. These pieces will be available on a first come, first served basis on the morning of Sunday, April 7th. Guests wishing to purchase a Custom Vinylmation will need to obtain a wristband at the Disney Artist tent, … Read more
When we last spotlighted Boston artist Howie Green, he was getting ready to begin his “Golf Balls on Parade” project. He has been busy in 2013. Let’s take a look… – Completed a slew of custom vinyl toys Mr. Ghost Rider…. going up on Howie’s Ebay store today. – Designed CD album cover for Terrell … Read more
Update 03/20/13 We now have a full photo of Noah’s Epcot Flower and Garden Festival creation as well as some news on his appearances. From the Disney Merchandise Blog: Noah will be creating a limited number of Custom Vinylmation to celebrate Epcot’s International Flower & Garden Festival. These pieces will be available on a first … Read more
Stephanie Cassata sent over her latest custom she would like to share. (we thought she was sharing an actual sundae too) Take a look. And if you start to drool, that’s okay. You can always stop by her Etsy store to purchase one. This one is my Ghirardelli custom, inspired by the delicious ice cream … Read more
Custom Artist Mike Vetrone debuted this fun Buzz Lightyear at the last Disneyland Trade Night. It is called “New in Box.” Mike Vetrone Owner Crawl Apparel www.crawlapparel.com
Ep. 112 Knight This week we review the Park Starz 2 and Park 12 lineups in detail. Also, with the leak of Urban Redux at DHS, we talk about the twists Disney added to this rebooted series. There is also news about DCL, Studio Store and Monsters University figures, a Vinylmation egg hunt and a major … Read more
The DisneyStore.com is running a special code today, St. Patrick’s Day, that will save you 17% on your entire purchase. Just use the code GREEN at checkout. They have the usual assortment of vinyl goodies, but of course, there are some sale items as well. John Carter, White Ape and Tars Tarkus now $3.99. Mechanical Kingdom … Read more
The Disney Collections Blog posted a new Disney Cruise Line Vinylmation. It will be released on May 27, 2013 aboard the Disney Wonder on its Alaskan itinerary. The edition size is only 1,000, was designed by Maria Clapsis and retails for $14.95. This cute little guy appears to be Spot the Whale from The Little Mermaid cartoon series. He … Read more
