Disney Traditions collectible figurines designed by Jim Shore combines the magic of Disney with traditional motifs of handmade folk art. Shore creates new interpretations of classic characters that are sure to endear themselves to the young and the young at heart!

Minnie Mouse is playing the part of Marie from The Nutcracker story. Marie receives a wooden nutcracker carved in the shape of a little man and immediately takes a liking to it. Minnie however gets a wooden nutcracker in the familiar shape of a little mouse:

Yup. She really does seem to love the little guy. Mouse. Mickey Mouse. Go figure!

The Walt Disney Showcase Collection is still alive and producing more figurines as I type. The Enesco company hosts a wonderful website where you can see many of them.

I’m just nuts for these little figurines!