Park Starz Bride Variant

All the Park Starz variants now have release dates: Abe – May 25 HM Bride – June 8 Yeti – June 22 Figment – June 22 (Online only) All are LE 2500

Robots 2 Photoshoot

Austin and I made a trip to Walt Disney World last week because we heard the Robots 2 were causing a ruckus. Come to find out they were just taking a look around the place. We found some playing at the Magic Kingdom, while others were found making Epcot their home. All Mixed-Up Tomorrowland Magic … Read more

Spotlight On: Custom Vinylmation Artist Cesilie

Destination Vinylmation: A long time ago we featured some of your work, but I honestly do not think we ever posted the finished sports players. I love the sculpted hats! Cesilie: Thanks! They were fun to create and I have a few more hats sitting around waiting to be… drafted to a team ;) – … Read more

YesterEARS Podcast: May 13-19 Show #004

A new episode of the YesterEARS podcast is now available for download. In this episode, we pay tribute to Jim Henson, the Muppets and their impact on the Disney Parks. Find it on iTunes or at the YesterEARS website.

Villains 3 Sneak Peek

Many Disney fans are rejoicing today. Disney has released a sneak peek of Villains 3 and look who is a part of this set: Chernabog of Fantasia fame! He is much anticipated and a welcome addition to Vinylmation. The artists went the extra mile and even added the wings. Worth the wait for sure. The … Read more

Villains 1: Magic Kingdom Under Attack

Last year, with the help of some readers, we documented the Villains 1 invasion of Florida. Well, after laying low for a while, they recently were seen around the Magic Kingdom. Apparently they thought The Swiss Family Robinson’s Tree House was a prime hideout location. Bad Pete protects the ammo. – Bonsai takes lookout in the rocks. – … Read more

25th Anniversary Gift with Purchase

When the light up set was announced, Disney talked about the idea of getting a Sorcerer Mickey and light up base with purchase of a full case, and now we have the details. As particularly pin people know, often Disney does a Purchase with Purchase, meaning you still have to pay a few bucks for the other … Read more

Animal House: The Mascot Series

Update: 5/7/12 The Disney Vinylmation Blog added Mascot Series to the release schedule today. Look for them on June 22 at D-Streets. They will be sold individually in open window boxes for $12.95. No word yet on other figures. 5/5/12 A few readers sent us over some pictures of new figure found on eBay. Hopefully … Read more

Episode 071 Astro Orbiter

  Ep. 071 Astro Orbiter This week we discuss the new Nightmare Before Christmas Set and its place in Vinylmation. We also bring up news about Disney Character Star Wars, Disneyland figures, DCLs and a ton of new, confirmed and changed release dates. We also get a voicemail in Mystery Mail Bag concerning the upcoming … Read more

ZoMG: The New D-Street Anaheim Window Decorations!

Walking through Downtown Disney the other night I noticed something different about the D-Street window. Disney finally decided to change it up and I absolutely love it. I was surprised because I had no idea that a change was coming but it looks great! Overall the window is fun and somewhat interactive. There are Vinylmation … Read more

Star Wars 1 Photoshoot

May the 4th be with you! Disney’s Star Wars Weekends is almost upon us once again and the figures from Star Wars series 1 didn’t want to miss out on the action. So we all packed into the Millennium Falcon (my Honda) and traveled at light speed (about 70 shhh) and descended on the planet known as … Read more

May 11th WDW Trading Night Notice

Disney released some inportant information about the upcoming WDW Trading Night at the Contemporary Resort on Friday, May 11th. There will be some scheduled roadwork that might slow you down a little, so plan ahead and arrive early. Also note that parking at the Contemporary Resort will not be available until after 5:00pm on Friday. … Read more

Releases and Prices Confirmed/Announced

May 4th at D-Streets will be the Nightmare Before Christmas 9/3/Jr set. It is LE 2000 with a $74.95 retail price tag. Also on May 4th on Vinylmation Facebook Store beginning at Noon EST the Brave set will be available for $39.00. May 11th Urban 9 is a confirmed D-Street release. The price, $9.95. The combo … Read more

Say Aloha to the New DCL Vinyls

Looks like an eBay seller in Hong Kong pulled some upcoming DCL Vinylmation figures out of the dumpster. Now if I can only find some Disney Cruise tickets in the dumpster by me. Unfortunately I will not be going to Alaska or Hawaii anytime soon, but the DCL ships will be and apparently some commemorative … Read more

Spotlight on Custom Vinylmation Artist John W.

send us and email to have your custom spotlighted: DestinationVinylmation@gmail.com We enjoy seeing and spotlighting new custom artists. Today, for the first time, we share with you the work of John W. from McAdoo, PA. Destination Vinylmation: What inspired you to put Jumba in a Santa outfit? John: The moment I saw Jumba, he instantly … Read more

YesterEARS: A New Podcast

by Nick In between recording the various podcasts I already do and working my normal paying jobs, I had some time I only wasted by sleeping and eating. So when Austin came to me with the idea for a brand new podcast, I said why not? His idea was to discuss “This Week in Disney … Read more