Dec 5, 2011
Nov 29, 2011
Lion King Exclusive 3-Pin Set
If you are interested in the pin set above, here's how you can purchase it.
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These three pins features some of your favorite characters from The Lion King.
Each pin measures approximately 1.5" and the set has a retail of
$15.99 (including shipping & processing). This offer will expire on
January 31, 2012 but quantities are limited and available while
supplies last.
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Nov 27, 2011
Highway in the Sky 2012
These two pins will be released in early 2012 and feature the "Highway in the Sky" at both Walt Disney World® and Disneyland® Resorts.
Oct 26, 2011
Remembering Disney Pins for Halloween
Over the years, a variety of limited edition pins celebrating Halloween was released. A great one is the Chip and Dale pin that was released on October 31, 2003. It features the mischievous chipmunks dressed as astronauts. This pin was part of a “Trick or Treat” collection where different pins were released at different locations at Walt Disney World. The Disney Cruise Line pin from 2004 is amazing too. Donald’s nephews remind me of the classic cartoon short, “Trick or Treat” from 1952.
Each year, Disney create pins for the special Halloween events at Disney Theme Parks. The Hades pin from Mickey’s Halloween Treat in 2007 (now known as Mickey’s Halloween Party) is a favorite. Why? Because Hades rules! For 2010 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom in Florida the limited edition pin (above right) was released only on October 31. This pin was created based on guest feedback from previous years.
Julie Young, Disney's developer for open edition pins, helped with the final selections. The candy corn with mouse ears is sweet. Julie chose a new open edition pin featuring Tinker Bell. She really liked her festive dress (something not often seen on Ms. Bell). Julie also raved about a lanyard that features sublimated printing. The image used on this lanyard was from a Halloween style guide that was created for usage at Disney Parks around the world (something of a first for us). A style guide gives reference material, character designs, backgrounds and more that are used to achieve a consistent look in all the merchandise created. If you aren’t the dressing-up type or you are looking for a simple costume, this lanyard should work for you.
Do you have a favorite Halloween pin in your collection? Please share :)
Oct 24, 2011
Valiant and Villainous
This is a new pin of the month collection coming to Walt Disney World®
in 2012. Titled "Valiant and Villainous," this collection celebrates
match-ups from classic Disney animated features. Each pin will have an
edition size of 1,000.
The first pin in the collection has Alice and the Cheshire Cat. Two addition pins from this collection are pictured below.
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The first pin in the collection has Alice and the Cheshire Cat. Two addition pins from this collection are pictured below.
Aug 26, 2011
Disney Pins for the official opening of Aulani Resort
The official opening of Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa at Ko
Olina, Hawai'i will take place on August 29.
Finally, we have an image of a boxed set set featuring Mickey, Minnie, Chip, Dale and a Menehune.
This next pin will be sold only to Disney Vacation Club Members who present a valid DVC identifcation card.
Finally, we have an image of a boxed set set featuring Mickey, Minnie, Chip, Dale and a Menehune.
Guests visiting Aulani should stop by Kalepa's Store where they can
trade pins from a specially designed pin trading book.
Aug 19, 2011
Some Disney Pins from D23 Expo 2011 [Star Wars. Sorcerer Mickey & More]
Here is a look at some pins coming to the D23 Expo. The artwork for these 2 pins below was
created by Adrianne Draude.
The first pin features a Piece of D23 Expo History. The first expo was
held in September 2009 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim,
California. Several banners were displayed outside this venue to market
the event. This pin contains an actual piece of the banner featuring
the beloved Jiminy Cricket. The pin will have an edition size of 1,000
and a retail of $12.95.
The second pin Adrianne designed celebrates Star Tours. The pin has an
edition size of 2,000 and a retail of $15.95. Each pin contains an
acutal piece of the mural from the side of the Starspeeder 3000 vehicle
from the original Star Tours attraction at Walt Disney World® Resort. Not sure what we mean? See the image below.
This is a piece of that hand painted mural that was cut up to add to
each pin. The mural was once affixed to a Starspeeder 3000 vehicle in
the attraction. Awesome!
The newxt pin was created to celebrate Disney Legends Induction Ceremony. This
limited edition pin has an edition size of 750 and a retail of $15.95.
The artwork for the pin was created by Quynh Kimball from Disney Design
Group.
The Disney Legends program was established in 1987 to acknowledge and
honor the many individuals whose imagination, talents and dreams have
created the Disney magic. The awards are given annually by Robert Iger
during a ceremony at The Walt Disney Studios.
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The actual award (which is rather heavy!) was created in 1987 by Andrea
Favilli. The awards are cast in bronze and hand-crafted each year by the
artist that characterize the contribution made by each talented
recipient.
This is the logo pin that was designed by Monty Maldovan from Disney Design Group.
This pin has a retail of $10.95 and features Sorcerer Mickey and the D23 Expo Logo as a pin-on-pin element.
The next pin was created for D23 Members only. It features a classic
image of Mickey Mouse in front of a red glitter-filled shield. This pin
will have an edition size of 3,000 and a retail of $12.95. D23 Members
must present a valid D23 Member ID in order to purchase this pin.
This is a Disney
Passholder exclusive pin that celebrates the D23 Expo. This pin
features a sculpted metal image of Sorcerer Mickey on a magnificent blue
background (it REALLY pops!). The pin has an edition size of 1,000 and
a retail of $12.95. Passholders must present a valid Annual Pass in
order to purchase this pin.
Alex Maher will be appearing at the follow times and locations: Friday, August 19, 2011 - 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. at the Product Showcase and Trading Area Saturday, August 20, 2011 - 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. at the Product Showcase and Trading Area Sunday, August 21, 2011 - 12 Noon - 2:00 p.m. at the Product Showcase and Trading Area |
Aug 11, 2011
Pins that will be released at D23 Expo
With less than 10 days until the start of the D23 Expo, we are giving
a closer look at some of the pins that will be released for this event.
We start with the logo pin that was designed by Monty Maldovan from Disney Design Group.
This pin has a retail of $10.95 and features Sorcerer Mickey and the D23 Expo Logo as a pin-on-pin element.
The next pin was created for D23 Members only. It features a classic
image of Mickey Mouse in front of a red glitter-filled shield. This pin
will have an edition size of 3,000 and a retail of $12.95. D23 Members
must present a valid D23 Member ID in order to purchase this pin.
We've added something new this year to the assortment - a Disney
Passholder exclusive pin that celebrates the D23 Expo. This pin
features a sculpted metal image of Sorcerer Mickey on a magnificent blue
background (it REALLY pops!). The pin has an edition size of 1,000 and
a retail of $12.95. Passholders must present a valid Annual Pass in
order to purchase this pin.
We also have some exciting news for fans of Disney Design Group Artist
Alex Maher. He will be attending the D23 Expo this year and will be
participating in a meet and greet session.
Alex will be appearing at the follow times and locations:
Friday, August 19, 2011 - 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. at the Product Showcase and Trading Area
Saturday, August 20, 2011 - 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. at the Product Showcase and Trading Area
Sunday, August 21, 2011 - 12 Noon - 2:00 p.m. at the Product Showcase and Trading Area
Alex along with Quynh Kimball from Disney Design Group created the
artwork for this awesome jumbo pin celebrating the 45th and 40th
Anniversaries of the attraction at Disneyland® Resort and Walt Disney World®
Resort respectively. The pin will have an edition size of 250 and a
retail $44.95. Here are a few additional images of this pin.
The pin contains a spinner element that rotates to highlight either the 45th or 40th anniversary.
See more of the D23 Expo assortment on this page.
Aug 9, 2011
Exclusive Pins for Epcot International Food and Wine Festival 2011
New pins being released for the Epcot® International Food and Wine Festival this year.
The Passholder exclusive pin. Edition size: 2,500
The Disney Vacation Club Member exclusive pin. Edition size: 1,000
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