Category Archives: Collectibles

Wreck-It Ralph ‘Video Game’ Alarm Clock

Posted on July 26, 2020 by Dis-LEE

An alarm clock isn’t a prize. Or… is it? Who remembers the old Disney Movie Rewards program? As with so many other Disney programs, this one was reworked and then renamed, in this case as Disney Movie Insiders. Is it … Continue reading →

Posted in Collectibles, Pixar | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Walt Disney’s Zorro 78 RPM Record

Posted on July 18, 2020 by Dis-LEE

The Zorro television series only lasted for two seasons but made almost as much of a sensation as did the Davy Crocket series before it. But not quite! Based on the Zorro character created by Johnston McCulley, the series premiered on … Continue reading →

Posted in Collectibles, Music, Soundtracks | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Captain Hook Pirate Ship Snow Globe

Posted on July 17, 2020 by Dis-LEE

Time to sail the Seven Seas and perhaps the Spanish Main as we board Captain Hook’s pirate ship (stuck in a snow globe). Will we arrive in Never Never Land or will we have to scuttle our vessel along the … Continue reading →

Posted in Collectibles, Figurines, Music | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Walt Disney’s Acting Out the ABC’s LP Record

Posted on July 17, 2020 by Dis-LEE

Disney is no stranger to exploiting the child market with various types of content. This is perhaps nowhere more truthful than with the many LP Record releases of Disneyland Records. Although I may not listen to such offerings, I do … Continue reading →

Posted in Collectibles, Education, Music | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Nostalgic 50s Family Drive In Clock

Posted on July 14, 2020 by Dis-LEE

American Graffiti did much to romanticize the 50s and Drive In culture. Like it needed any help! I love that era and always appreciate a good movie set in the period or a piece of merchandise that celebrates the cars, … Continue reading →

Posted in Collectibles, History, Restaurants | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Jim Henson’s Super Grover from Sesame Street

Posted on July 5, 2020 by Dis-LEE

“Presenting the adventures of everybody’s favorite hero. The man who’s faster than lightning, stronger than steel, smarter than a speeding bullet. It’s… Super Grover!“ With that, we usually hear fanfare as a blue blur bursts through a paper wall bearing … Continue reading →

Posted in Collectibles, Figurines, Muppets, Plush | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 4 Comments

Lands of Walt Disney World Tin Tray

Posted on July 1, 2020 by Dis-LEE

At first glance this tin tray, or metal platter, probably looks much older than it is. Although it likely dates from the 70s it has been antiqued with fake patina to make it appear rusted and damaged. I do like … Continue reading →

Posted in Collectibles, Theme Parks, Walt Disney World | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Disneyland 40th Anniversary Castle Cookie Jar

Posted on June 25, 2020 by Dis-LEE

This ceramic ornament will bring back bad memories if you are one of the many who hated the Birthday Cake makeover of Cinderella Castle in Walt Disney World. On October 1, 1996, it was the 25th Anniversary of Walt Disney … Continue reading →

Posted in Anniversaries, Ceramics, Collectibles, Disneyland | Tagged , , , , , | 2 Comments

Mickey Mouse & Horace Horsecollar Cup

Posted on June 22, 2020 by Dis-LEE

Sometimes children get the best stuff to play with! This cup is part of a complete set of dining ware made for small children to have tea parties with. Sets could have up to 15 pieces consisting of cups, plates, … Continue reading →

Posted in Ceramics, Collectibles | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Mickey & Minnie Sitting On the Moon Big Fig

Posted on June 20, 2020 by Dis-LEE

This wonderful piece stands about 16″ tall and features Mickey and Minnie spooning on the moon! How cute is that? It was produced as part of the Mickey & Co. line of merchandise and isn’t as old as it looks. … Continue reading →

Posted in Big Figs, Characters, Collectibles, Merchandise | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment