Wicked Ornament - Just Released

Now at Carlton Cards or stores that carry American Greetings. Retail $27.50. Plays a clip from Defying Gravity. This ornament is first in a series. Wicked ornament can be ordered online for 20% off plus shipping from Long Island Treasures.
http://www.litreasures.com/xcart418/product.php?productid=18307&cat=0&page=1

Wonderful Bandeez of Oz!!

Remember the rubber bracelets from the 1980s? They've been kicked up a notch and made a comeback! The latest children's craze are silicone bracelets that come in a variety of shapes and colors that retain their shape when removed. They're small, inexpensive, durable items that are fun to collect and trade. They've been around for two years now and they are everywhere! Some Hallmarks have them displayed on their counters. Schools have deemed them too distracting and banned them from the classrooms. They retail anywhere from $3 to $5 a pack. Bandeez has just released the Wonderful Wizard of Oz bracelets. A second set is coming soon. They are available on Amazon for $2.95 plus $1.00 shipping.
http://www.bandeez.com/
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00418QS4Y/ref=dp_olp_new?ie=UTF8&qid=1283116990&sr=8-1&condition=new

Party Like It's 1939!!

I don't know about anyone else but I'm certainly inspired to start planning a 75th anniversary bash!

http://www.birthdayexpress.com/browse/_/N-i/Ntt-wizard+of+oz/results1.aspx

Wicked Witch, Toto, and Dorothy Cake Toppers

http://wizardofozland.com/product_info.php?cPath=45&products_id=330

 

Storyland Collectables also has other assorted Oz party supplies and check out the new birthday train from Westland.

http://wizardofozland.com/index.php?cPath=83

Found this balloon on eBay. Cute!

Wizard of Oz 70th Anniversary Watch

Bradford Exchange 70th anniversary women's watch. Accented with Swarovski crystals and packaged in wooden keepsake box. Watch reverse is etched with 70th anniversary character silhouette logo.

$149.00 plus $9.98 shipping payable in installments Order #108384001

http://www.bradfordexchange.com/products/108384001_.html

Order by phone - 1-866-907-3607

Mail - Bradford Exchange
9333 Milwaukee Ave.
Niles, IL 60714

Email - http://www.bradfordexchange.com/service_contact-us.html

Magical Land of Oz Masterpiece Globe

Cancelled

 

New 8 " tall globe from Bradford Exchange Edition of 5000

Interactive features including characters that rotate around the Emerald City as the Wicked Witch flies overhead, light up crystalline Emerald City and plays "We're Off to See The Wizard"

Item no: 01-10355-001-B1 Priced at $125.00 plus shipping. Payable in four installments.

Order by phone - 1-866-907-3607
Mail - Bradford Exchange
9333 Milwaukee Ave.
Niles, IL 60714
Email - http://www.bradfordexchange.com/service_contact-us.html

 

Photo and info courtesy Louis Berrillo

Tonner Dolls Fall 2010

The Tonner Doll Company continues to push the envelope with re-inventions of the Wizard of Oz characters. We've seen many different visions of Dorothy, Glinda, and the Wicked Witch, but now we have the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion re-interpreted as female fashion dolls. Jasmine Becket-Griffith was the first to do Dorothy's companions as female characters for Ashton Drake. http://wizardofozland.com/index.php?cPath=22_73 Now the Tonner Doll Company follows those up with a BANG!!! It will be interesting to see how these dolls are received among Oz collectors, but I think they're fabulous and expect them to do very well.

Each doll stands 16" tall and is an edition of 500. For more detailed information please see
http://www.tonnerdoll.com/wizofoz.htm#2010


Beauty and Brains $199.99


Heart on my Sleeve $189.99


Hear Me Roar! $199.99


2010 has been an outstanding year for Wizard of Oz dolls. We have the vintage Barbies and sassy Dorothy from Mattel, the toddlers from Adora, the Adventures in Oz collection from Jasmine Becket-Griffith, Halloween dolls from Madame Alexander and now the Fall 2010 intros from the Tonner Doll Company. Simply amazing introductions this year. I can't imagine what could be in store for the future. It's an exciting time to be collecting Oz!!!

Miss Dorothy Gale

Dorothy has been re-interpreted as a blithe coquette high of heel and short of skirt as 2010 couture dictates, yet she's also youthful spirit and charm.

Her sidelong glances and mischievous smile seem to indicate she knows her ruby stilettos and matching handbag will be the envy of all in Oz.

Some are a little too envious, but with her loyal companion tucked safely in her purse, Dorothy journeys onward braving the perils of Oz. She knows you can't go wrong with cute shoes and a feisty dog.

After vanquishing her competition, she's ready to conquer the boutiques of Emerald City.



Dorothy's favorite girlish hairstyle has been updated with a sophisticated sweep to the side and tied with red bows. Her skirt is tucked into two tabs in the back of the box giving it a sweeping motion. Her peasant blouse bears beautiful stitching and the sleeves are accented with blue bows. Blue bows also adorn the thigh high stockings which are tucked into her hard won sparkling red heels. She comes with a COA and a doll stand.











*quote is not mine. It's been on plaques on eBay lately and I thought it was appropriate for this entry*

Miss Dorothy Gale is en route to Karen Owens. She has the vintage Barbies in stock as well. Check out her other fine collectibles while you're there!
http://wizardofozland.com/product_info.php?products_id=360

Bradford Exchange "Treasures of Oz" Jeweled Box Collection

Each metal Limoges styled box is beautifully crafted and painted by hand. The shiny enamel finish is enhanced by hand applied simulated jewels. Dorothy's ruby slippers have over 120 red, glittering stones. They measure approximately 2 1/2" to 3 1/4" long.

#1 Dorothy's Ruby Slippers
#2 Scarecrow's Diploma
#3 Tin Man's Heart
#4 Cowardly Lion's Medal of Courage

Each issue is $39.99 plus $7.99 shipping

Please enlarge photo for detail

http://www.bradfordexchange.com/products/901979_wizard-of-oz-limoge-music-box.html

Special Announcment!!!! - Updated

Something mysterious is afoot in the land of Oz...........
Please click on photo to enlarge for detail.


The Thomas Kinkade Gallery stores in Colorado have a little more information about the Wizard of Oz series. There will be eight issues with the first scheduled for release this month.

Strictly Slots May 2010

I believe you can order this back issue for around $5 by email or calling Customer Service. You may also want to inquire about the April issue from 2008 if you missed that. Cover can be seen here.







Ruby Slippers game will be followed up by a sixth edition called The Great and Powerful Oz.

Run, Toto, Run! Hallmark Success

Toto ran out of Hallmark during Premiere weekend July 10 - 11. The number one selling limited ornament of the weekend was a three way tie between Lady Cardinal, O Christmas Chipmunks (Disney's Chip N Dale), and Run, Toto, Run! Wonderful news that Toto is so popular. Of all the ornaments made since 1994, Run,Toto, Run is one of my all time favorites.

More Halloween in Oz!! New Madame Alexander

All dolls are 10" Happy Halloween!!!!!

Halloween Wicked Witch of the East $129.95

Halloween Wicked Witch of the West $129.95

Halloween Dorothy $119.95

Wicked - Citizen of Oz $124.95

Wicked - Emerald City Citizen $124.95