Through the wonders of Twitter yesterday, we became acquainted with the enchanting world of Taylored Curiosities, an aromatherapy plush and designer toy company based in Plymouth, UK. Created by Penny Taylor of Tiny Oyster Designs, Taylored Curiosities have produced several therapeutic plush toys under the ‘Feelings’ banner, with recent additions coming in the form of theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Feelings’ plush toys from Taylored Curiosites…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// The Hell Cats from Arganaut Resins x Robbie Busch…
After the success of the McBoing Boing Hell Hounds back in December, Argonaut Resins have once again teamed up with Robbie Busch for the launch of the all new 8″ Tuttz artist custom series. Retaining the hellish flames of his previous work, the series consists of 5 one-off customs in the form of a MonoContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Hell Cats from Arganaut Resins x Robbie Busch…”
MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Gus’ resin figure from Blurble x Rampage Toys…
Jon over at Rampage Toys has recently revealed images of the final sculpt from his latest collaboration with Blurble, entitled ‘Gus’ (or Gusto). Heading for the silicone and resin vats over at the Monstre Hero studio as we speak, the beautifully designed figure sees the long awaited debut of Blurble’s characters in 3D- and here’s hoping it’sContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Gus’ resin figure from Blurble x Rampage Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Art toy in a cup: The Creature Cups…
“Creeping along the bottom of your cup, the Octopus is up to noooo good. He’ll be a little startled if you catch him, and who knows what he’s doing if you don’t.” Whilst sifting through the stacks of cool designers and products over at Storenvy yesterday, we stumbled upon the perfect drinking untensils for theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Art toy in a cup: The Creature Cups…”
MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Lambert’ custom Kracka from UME Toys…
“Lambert loves his match – don’t try and take it off him or he’ll kick off metal dragon hidden fire style.” Rich over at UME Toys has sent us some pics of his latest custom pieces, the first coming in the form of ‘Lambert’ the clockwork dragon. Painted in an expertly weathered bronze colour scheme,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Lambert’ custom Kracka from UME Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Artist proof and custom OMFG Crawdad Kids from Daniel Yu…
Featured here on MAN-E-TOYS a few weeks back, we’re proud to reveal that Daniel Yu aka Dory will finally be releasing the artist proof’s of his OMFG contribution, Crawdad Kid: Lobster Soup edition tonight (March 4th) at 9pm EST through his store. Limited to just 200 pieces, each 2″ hot pink Crawdad comes bagged andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Artist proof and custom OMFG Crawdad Kids from Daniel Yu…”
MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Moof’ resin figures from Jason Freeny x Jailbreak Collective…
Initially sculpted by Jason Freeny over six months ago, and later released as an edition of 2 on his store, the much sought after ‘Moof’ figure is finally seeing an official release in conjunction with art toy purveyor, the Jailbreak Collective. Limited to an edition of just 25, the hand sculpt and cast 2″x2″ resinContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Moof’ resin figures from Jason Freeny x Jailbreak Collective…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Not So Glorious Soaring Hatchet Munk 8″ Dunny from Huck Gee…
Huck Gee has raised the bar once again with the reveal of his latest 8″ Dunny custom, the Not So Glorious Soaring Hatchet Munk. Coming decked out with Gee’s trademark better-than-production quality Japanese garb, bronze-infused stainless steel hatchets, and laser etched box, the custom Dunny has been limited to an edition of 10. Each figureContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Not So Glorious Soaring Hatchet Munk 8″ Dunny from Huck Gee…”
MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Super Fattie’ 6″ Fatcap from Queen Andrea x Kidrobot…
Dropping alongside Frank Kozik’s ‘Bondage’ Labbit this month comes the arrival of Kidrobot‘s latest 6″ Fatcap, the ‘Super Fattie’ from New York based artist, Queen Andrea. It’s been nearly 3 years since we last saw the super-sized Fatcap platform in action (Toofly’s 2009 addition was the last, I think?!), so it was a great surpriseContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Super Fattie’ 6″ Fatcap from Queen Andrea x Kidrobot…”
MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Bondage’ 10″ Smorkin Labbit from Frank Kozik x Kidrobot…
The first Friday of the month can mean only one thing- Kidrobot release announcements! March sees two awesome toys dropping at your local Kidrobot retailer, the first coming in the form of Frank Kozik’s newly revised 10″ Bondage Smorkin’ Labbit. Sporting a new glossy finish, the Bondage Labbit comes replete with a PVC/metal colar andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Bondage’ 10″ Smorkin Labbit from Frank Kozik x Kidrobot…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Robot 13 mini figure reveal from Motorbot x Blacklist Studios…
Thomas Hall of Blacklist Studios has just sent over the first full shot of Motorbot‘s finished Robot 13 sculpt, leaving us with no doubt that the eventual 6 pack release will become one of the artist’s most sought after releases. Offered as part of the Robot 13 trade book Kickstarter project (featured here) to anyoneContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Robot 13 mini figure reveal from Motorbot x Blacklist Studios…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Turtle Tetsujin : Hinomaru Charity Special from Peter Kato…
Peter Kato has just sent over some rather interesting news regarding his latest charity based toy project- the Hinomaru Charity Special Turtle Tetsujin. As we near the 1 year anniversary of the earthquake/tsunami in Japan, the country’s people are still recovering from the effects of this catastrophe, so to show a continued effort to support their rebuilding,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Turtle Tetsujin : Hinomaru Charity Special from Peter Kato…”
MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Morksta’ Mork Wondercon exclusive from De Korner x MAD x Pobber Toys…
Released last month in prisoner #816 and #913 editions, Jeremy Madl aka MAD has teamed up with De Korner for the release of the latest addition, Morksta. Available exclusively at the De Korner Wondercon 2012 booth (#390), Morksta is said to be a reinterpretation of the good half of the Mork Twins, pre-jail sentence. Featuring a pearlescentContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Morksta’ Mork Wondercon exclusive from De Korner x MAD x Pobber Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Tokidoki’s Royal Pride blind-boxed mini figures…
Originally revealed way back in 2010 at SDCC, Tokidoki‘s long awaited Royal Pride minis (check the HUGE versions here!) should finally be touching down some time in April. Papa Lion and GF Savanna (pictured at the front) have already made an appearance as a two piece set at both SDCC and NYCC, but this is theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Tokidoki’s Royal Pride blind-boxed mini figures…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Suckadelic x Phillips de Pury auction and action figure…
The Philips de Pury auction house is pimping out a huge selection of the finest Suckadelic wears in their latest art auction, Under the Influence. Featuring a staggering 78 pieces, the lot includes 70 resin bootleg figurines, two vinyl figurines, full printed cardboard backing and plastic packaging, four photographs, and two printed catalogues. Anyone lucky enoughContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Suckadelic x Phillips de Pury auction and action figure…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Jelly Empire Zombies from Selena Briggs…
Ruler of the Jelly Empire, Selena Briggs, has just revealed the latest batch of Jelly Zombies, which are poised to drop exclusively on the Jelly Empire store on Wednesday, March 7th at 3pm EST. Limited to an edition of just 3, each hand cast, painted, and customised resin Jellybot comes with its own unique accessory-Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Jelly Empire Zombies from Selena Briggs…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Metal Gear Solid REX 3AVOX from 3A Toys…
3A Toys have released a special edition of 3AVOX this week, dedicated to the upcoming pre-order of their most ambitious project yet, the Metal Gear Solid REX. Standing at a monstrous 18″ tall, the fully articulated, blue LED strutting robot will be available from the Bambaland store tomorrow (March 2nd) at 9am HK for $490,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Metal Gear Solid REX 3AVOX from 3A Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Year of the Dragon Synbora from Chris Ryniak x Squibbles Ink x Rotofugi…
Chris Ryniak‘s Synbora is making a return in the new ‘Year of the Dragon’ edition, which is set to drop exclusively through Rotofugi tomorrow (March 2nd) at 11am Central time. Cast in black vinyl, with hand sprays of red, gold and matte black from Joe Sommers (Squibbles Ink) and Kirby Kerr (Rotofugi), the 5″ figuresContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Year of the Dragon Synbora from Chris Ryniak x Squibbles Ink x Rotofugi…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Shawnimals’ Ninja of the Month: Galaxy Ninja…
Signifying the beginning of another month (already?!), Shawnimals proudly presents the third NOTM (Ninja of the Month) of 2012 in the form of Galaxy Ninja. Measuring in at 7″ x 7″, the star-dashed plush comes with a signed and numbered tag, sticker and button. Limited to just 100 pieces, Galaxy Ninja will be available exclusivelyContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Shawnimals’ Ninja of the Month: Galaxy Ninja…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Exclusive Frombie releases for Wondercon 2012…
As mentioned in our GID Maria post yesterday, the Frombies will be out in force for this year’s Wondercon (booth #285), with the first batch of planned releases announced today. First up, the friendly zombies will be dropping an exclusive ‘Glow in the Dark’ edition of flying squirrel SB, who will be available to orderContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Exclusive Frombie releases for Wondercon 2012…”
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