San Francisco Music Box Fall 2012

It's All About the Shoes Music Box

Plays Original Movie Recording of Somewhere Over the Rainbow

SRP: $40.00

 

 

 

Mini Musical Rotating Figurines 

SRP: $40.00

 

Glinda's Crown

3.75" tall

Plays Optimistic Voices

 

 

Emerald City

4" tall

Plays We're Off to See the Wizard 

 Dorothy's House

4" tall

Plays It Really Was No Miracle

 

 Ruby Slippers

3.25" tall

Plays Somewhere Over the Rainbow

 

 

 

Emerald City Waterglobe with Dorothy and Friends

Lights Up

6.5" tall

Plays Follow the Yellow Brick Road

SRP: $65.00

Wizard of Oz House Keys

From Howard Keys.  Available from many online retailers.  You can take them to any key cutting service.  The keys are rather pretty in person especially the ruby slipper glitter key.  Priced from $6 to $8 each

 

 

Witch Key front and reverse

http://www.howardkeys.com/warnerbrothers.php

You can order individual keys from Karen Owens  Storyland Collectibles
http://wizardofozland.com/index.php?cPath=123&osCsid=6bb4912b7f72809c1f3d6616c5d4662c

Steiff 75th Anniversary Wicked Witch of the West

 

 

"I'll get you, my pretty...and your little dog, too!" With this immortal line, the Wicked Witch of the West cemented her place in movie history as one of the greatest villains of all time. Over the decades, audiences have grown to love this colorful character -- making her second only to Dorothy in terms of popularity. As the third in our series of "The Wizard of Oz" collectibles, we're pleased to present a mohair Teddy bear version of the Wicked Witch of the West. Dressed in black satin from head to toe, her gown is a miniature replica of the one in the film. Atop her head sits a satin hat that is custom made just for this bear. Her green mohair was custom-dyed to match the witch's makeup color in the film. Around her neck, she wears a commemorative anniversary medallion. And finally, even the straw broom in her paw is handmade. No detail has been spared in bringing this classic character to life. Join us in celebrating the 75th anniversary of "The Wizard of Oz" by reserving your Wicked Witch of the West Teddy bear today!

Made of the finest quality custom green mohair
5 way jointed
Surface washable
With gold plated "Button in ear"
75th Anniversary Medallion
11" tall
Limited to North America
Edition of 1500
SRP: $275.00 

  

 

 

Again Steiff is ordering a 10% discount to International Wizard of Oz Club members on the bears and Toto.  Enter code IWOC13 once items are in your shopping cart.  You must order direct from Steiff for this discount.  

Wicked Witch

Mini Dorothy

Toto

Dorothy

R. John Wright Toto

 

R. John Wright's rendition of Toto has to be one of the cutest EVER!!!!   Toto stands at 3 1/2" tall.  He's scaled just right to nestle in Dorothy's arms.  He is made of custom mohair plush and felt with airbrushed coloration.  His features are hand embroidered and he has glass eyes.   He'll come in a presentation box and certificate of authenticity.  Toto will be made in the USA at R. John Wright's Bennington, Vermont production studio.  If you have other characters in the series you'll be able to acquire Toto with a matching number pending availability so order early!  Toto is an edition of 350. 

 

 

 

 

How precious is that little face???!!!!???!!

 

http://www.rjohnwright.com/toto.html

 

Hallmark Recordable Storybook

At last!!!  This has been on my wish list for a long time!  Lots more exciting things coming from Hallmark this year. Stay tuned......

There's No Place Like Home and There's No One Like You!

Priced at $29.95

 

 

 

For more information on Hallmark Recordable Storybooks please see

http://www.hallmark.com/recordable-storybooks/browse-recordable-storybooks/

 

Photos and info courtesy Barbara Huddleson

Smithsonian Origins of Oz DVD

Original Smithsonian Channel Documentary

46 minutes long

SRP: $14.95

Release February 12th 2013

 

Please see the Smithsonian Channel website for more information

 

 

On a related note just found what looks to be a really cute children's book about the mystery of the disappearance of the Smithsonian's Ruby Slippers

 

 

http://www.amazon.com/Case-Ruby-Slippers-First-Mystery/dp/082342409X/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1356911043&sr=1-1&keywords=case+of+the+ruby+slippers

 

For more information on the history the Smithsonian has with the ruby slippers please see  my previous blog entries:

 

http://curiozitycorner.blogspot.com/2009/06/10950-nights-at-museum.html

 

http://curiozitycorner.blogspot.com/2009/06/museum-pt-2-collecting-ruby-slippers.html

 

http://curiozitycorner.blogspot.com/2009/06/museum-pt3-links-sources.html

 

 

 

Wonderful Fashions of Oz Figurine Collection

As much as I adore the classic film characters, I LOVE snazzy new interpretations almost as much, collectibles that will really stick out in the collection. 

 

First in the series is the Wicked Witch.  $69.99 plus $9.99 shipping.  GORGEOUS!!!  

Item no: 903441

 

http://www.bradfordexchange.com/products/903441_the-wonderful-fashions-of-oz-figurine.html

 

Department 56 Snowbabies, Pillars, Classic Collection 2013

Snowbabies Guest Collection    June 2013

 

There's No Place Like Home

4" H by 2.75" L

SRP:  $25.00

 

 

Oil for Tin Man

4" H by 2.75" L

SRP: $25.00

 

 

March  2013

10" H by 8.5" W by 5.5" L

stone resin sculpture

SRP: $250.00

 

This new Pillar represents the magic nostalgia of the classic Wizard of Oz. The sculpted characters and sparkling city of Oz draw you in. Once you open it up you will discover Munchkinland; the yellow brick road; and quotes from your favorite characters.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Classic Collection   July 2013

 

 

Ruby Slippers Trinket Box

2.88"  H by 3"  W

SRP:  $18.50

 


Toto in Slipper Waterglobe

60 MM globe

3.37"  H by 2.5" W

SRP:  $27.50

 

Good Witch/Bad Witch Figurine

7" H by 4" W

SRP:  $45.00

 

Wicked Witch/Dorothy Waterglobe

60 MM globe

6.36" H by 4.87" W

SRP: $47.50

 

 

Dorothy/Toto Waterglobe

60 MM globe

3.13" H by 4.13" W

SRP: $32.50

 

Steiff Miniature Dorothy 2013

From one of the biggest films of all time comes a dainty interpretation of one of last year's biggest successes! Presenting the 5 1/2" miniature version of Dorothy from "The Wizard of Oz".

This version of the popular character includes all the features of the larger original, but in a petite size...with the exception of one major addition: the famous ruby slippers! This Dorothy boasts the trademark shoes from the film handmade from a sparkling red, very unique material. In addition, her nose and mouth are hand-stitched of brown floss. Whether you own the full-sized Dorothy or not, you'll want to get this delightful miniature Dorothy because no collection would be complete without it!

Made of finest quality cream mohair
Stuffed with synthetic filling material
Safety eyes
Surface washable
5-way jointed
With gold-plated "Button in Ear"

5 1/2" tall

Limited to North America and the UK

Edition of 1,939

ETA:  May 2013

SRP: $149.00

 

 

 

Steiff Toto In Stock

The eagerly anticipated Steiff Toto is on the way to retailers now.  You may find Toto under your tree this Christmas!!   The Dorothy teddy bear is in low supply right now and stock won't be replenished until 2013.   http://www.steiffusa.com/productdetail.aspx?productid=682261

 

International Wizard of Oz Club Members are entitled to a 10% discount when they sign up to receive emails from Steiff.   http://marketing.steiffusa.com/acton/form/3624/0011:d-0001/0/index.htm

It's Beginning to Look Like Christm'Oz

Santa's little helpers at Spooky Cool Labs have gone into overtime decking the halls with boughs of ozzy.   Munchkinland has been blanketed with snow in anticipation of Santa's arrival.   New buildings, fashions, decor, and missions have been added all with a cheery holiday theme.  

You can read more here at Spooky Cool Labs' official blog

 

Learn more about the game in my original post and with the many links included therein