Shelterbank‘s latest sofubi/plush makes its overseas debut this week Size: 11″ (TBC) Articulation: 0 points (Wire fitted free articulation) Edition size: TBC Price: 20,000yen plus shipping A mix of flesh-tone sofubi and blue fur, Yankey features black, brown and white sprays with hand painted detailing Currently available via email order, interested parties are going toContinue reading “Shelterbank’s Yankey overseas order…”
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Shelterbank’s Medicom Toy exclusive Fang…
Shelterbank join forces with Medicom Toy for an exclusive version of Fang this month Size: 13″ Articulation: 0 points, features built in bendy wire articulation Edition size: TBC Price: TBC The My Pet Monster/Ed Roth-inspired Fang features elements produced in sofubi, resin and plush, this time coming in red/black fur with blue cast hands, feetContinue reading “Shelterbank’s Medicom Toy exclusive Fang…”
Shelter Bank’s “Mojo” Monster…
Japanese producers Shelter Bank come with their latest bespoke Kustom-Culture style monster Size: 9″ (TBC) Articulation: 4 points (wire-infused arms and legs) Edition size: TBC Price: 20,000yen plus shipping “Mojo” Monster comes with a mix of flesh-tone sofubi and plush parts, complete with blue, red, black and yellow sprays for this release Available via mail orderContinue reading “Shelter Bank’s “Mojo” Monster…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Fluffbun Ree” sofubi micro-run from Melancholy Kitties x Paul Kaiju…
Famed for her beautiful custom Calavera dolls, artist Kat Caro of Melancholy Kitties has turned her talents towards Paul Kaiju‘s Mr Ree sofubi for a special limited run release! Based on the one-off custom Kat created earlier in the year (check it out here), the 5.5″ tall figures have been produced in a vanilla colored vinylContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Fluffbun Ree” sofubi micro-run from Melancholy Kitties x Paul Kaiju…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The BLObPUS x Dol Roffo x T9G “Vatundoo” lottery sale…
Following the success of the “Jellyfish Dokugan” last year, BLObPUS has once again teamed up with amigurumi (knitting) artist Dol Roffo, this time taking on T9G’s Vatundoo for a special painted/crocheted release! Coming cast in a glow-in-the-dark soft vinyl and treated to red, gold and black sprays courtesy of BLObPUS, the huge figure comes complete with an amigurumiContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The BLObPUS x Dol Roffo x T9G “Vatundoo” lottery sale…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The MetaSlug wooden toys from Psycho Scimitar…
Following the release of the Crystal Lady back in December, Alex Gavryushenko over at Brooklyn based toy and apparel brand Psycho Scimitar has just unleashed his latest batch of unique wooden toys, the MetalSlugs! Following a similar approach to past figures, the beautiful pieces have been hand cut and screenprinted, coming with interchangeable articulation at the waist thatContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The MetaSlug wooden toys from Psycho Scimitar…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The custom “My Pet Monster” Autopsy Baby from Topheroy…
Topheroy proudly presents his latest custom masterpiece, the “My Pet Monster” Autopsy Baby! Cast in a clear blue resin for this incredible one-off, Topheroy has adorned the gruesome infant in a mixture of neon red, purple, blue and orange sprays 100% faithful to the cult 80’s plush (the MPM chains reference in the staple stitchesContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The custom “My Pet Monster” Autopsy Baby from Topheroy…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Taylored Curiosities’ ‘Brilliant Blue’ & custom Giant Monster Embryos now available online…
Another artist we were finally able to catch up with at ToyCon over the weekend (however brief!), the lovely Penny Taylor of Taylored Curiosities brought along a mesmerising display of aroma-plush, one-off mini sculpts, resins (including a cheeky proto of a forthcoming collab with Alto!), and of course, the hotly tipped Giant Monster Embryo customs.Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Taylored Curiosities’ ‘Brilliant Blue’ & custom Giant Monster Embryos now available online…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Natural Brown Raar and the ‘Cornish Copper’ Evil Origami from Monsters & Mecha…
Hot off the heels of an impressive ToyCon showing (best both design- hands down!), DMS and Neese over at Monsters & Mecha are proud to announce 2 new post-con releases that have just crept into the M&M store, the Natural Brown Raar and ‘Cornish Copper’ Evil Origami… Going down a storm over the weekend, Neese’sContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Natural Brown Raar and the ‘Cornish Copper’ Evil Origami from Monsters & Mecha…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Fenegrygs from Taylored Curiosities…
“Fenegrygs are magickal creatures that inhabit our world, but in a different dimension. You’ll only see them when they choose to let you. I think there is a dance you can do to tempt them to show themselves, but I forget how it goes…” Penny over at Taylored Curiosities kindly shares details of her latestContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Fenegrygs from Taylored Curiosities…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The White Winter Raar and Mumble from Neese…
Following the reveal of DMS‘ Overmaster Supreme in Carbonite yesterday (just below!), we bring forth the latest project from his partner in crime Neese, the White Winter Raar and Mumble! Featuring the same mix of hand cast resin and plush from previous releases, the impressive 12″ tall White Winter Raar has been decked out inContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The White Winter Raar and Mumble from Neese…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Seedlings resin figures from Taylored Curiosities…
Penny over at Taylored Curiosities kindly shares with us her latest fully sculpted designer toy, the absolutely adorable Seedlings… Combining a boundless talent in plush with her new found skills in the world of resin, the figures have been hand cast in a vibrant green resin with a hand sewn felt and wool sprout growing outContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Seedlings resin figures from Taylored Curiosities…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Raar Noir resin/plush from DMS x Neese…
Partners in crime, DMS and Neese team up once again for their latest resin/plush masterpiece, Raar Noir! Standing at a lofty 12″ tall, the all black figure comes cast in resin by DMS, with a beautiful faux fur trim from Neese… Limited to just 10 pieces this time around, Raar Noir will be touching downContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Raar Noir resin/plush from DMS x Neese…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Seedlings “Delphinium” and “Pom Pom Dahlia” from Taylored Curiosities…
“Seedlings are the tiny creatures that help your plants grow!” Penny Taylor of Taylored Curiosities kindly shares with us the latest release in her extensive line of aromatherapy designer plushes, the delightful Seedlings! Coming packaged in a beautiful custom box, each 2.25″ Seedling has been lovingly hand stitched in gorgeous moss green wool felt with aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Seedlings “Delphinium” and “Pom Pom Dahlia” from Taylored Curiosities…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Mother Series from Taylored Curiosities…
Penny Taylor over at Taylored Curiosities kindly shares with us news of her latest aromatherapy plush, the beautiful “Mother Series”! Combining her signature plush characters with enchanting hand cast resin faces, the “Mothers” come in a variety of different colours and smells based on Penny’s previous “Feelings” releases; the Worry (lavender scented), Fruity (strawberry scented) andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Mother Series from Taylored Curiosities…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Rainbow Takeout series from Shawnimals…
“So deliciously cute, it should be illegal!” Shawnimals are proud to present the latest Pocket Pork Dumpling incarnation, the plush Rainbow Takeout series! Coming packed in an authentic looking Chinese takeout box, $18 will get you 3 of these delectable, individually hand made little chaps. Featuring a staggering selection of solid colours, patterned designs andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Rainbow Takeout series from Shawnimals…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Bridget Rhee’s “Buddy’s Den” at TT Underground…
“Buddy is a hunter. A cute adorable one. But Buddy doesn’t prize the ordinary wild animal, he seeks to collect the eccentric– fantastic, strange, and unique creatures and odds and ends from the likes no one has ever seen before.” Peter Kato kindly shares with us the first group art show from friend, artist andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Bridget Rhee’s “Buddy’s Den” at TT Underground…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The custom Munny Bunny from Neese…
DMS kindly shares with us details on his wife Neese’s latest plush/plastic hybrid, the ever so cute Munny Bunny! Limited to an edition of 10, the 7″ Munnys (10″ with ears!) have been spray painted matt cream, with three types of high quality faux fur used; honey for the body, white for the tail and short creamContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The custom Munny Bunny from Neese…”
MAN-E-NEWS// ToyCon UK 2013 confirmed…
Designer toy collectors Jonjo Glynn, Ben Hart and Barry Darnell have finally answered the prayers of thousands here in the UK, with the official reveal of the country’s very first art toy convention! Dubbed ToyCon UK, the event is set to take place on Saturday, April 6th 2012 (364 days and counting!) at the Baden PowellContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// ToyCon UK 2013 confirmed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Tea Feelings from Taylored Curiosities…
Penny Taylor over at Taylored Curiosities has been kind enough to share with us her latest project, the Tea Feelings. Inspired by her love of a cuppa, Penny has fused her adorable plush creatures with resin, vintage tea cups, and her extensive knowledge of aromatherapy to create the perfect homage to Britain’s favourite beverage. PennyContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Tea Feelings from Taylored Curiosities…”
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