Once Upon a Pin Podcast #032 - June 7, 2013

Once Upon A Pin is a podcast all about Disney Pins. We deliver all the latest news, release dates and reviews with a fun Disney magic twist.

The first set of July releases have been announced, and we preview each pin. Also, the 2013 D23 Expo catalog was released and we take a look at all the pin offerings... as well as a few other special items. And... Pins Charming isn't the first to travel to WDW for a limited edition pin, nor will he be the last. We tell you all about his soggy journey.

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2013 D23 Expo Pin Lineup

The 2013 D23 Expo takes place in Anaheim this August 9-11 and just like two years ago, there is plenty of special merchandise to pick up to commemorate the event. On Tuesday, the RSP Merchandise and Dream Store Advanced Orders form was made available to Sorcerer level ticket holders. All the pins seen below will be available to any guest of the Expo inside the the Dream Store, but Sorcerer level ticket holders do get first crack at ordering a few of the products.

It is overall an impressive lineup of pins that includes what you would expect as far as event logo items and event mystery sets as well as a few surprises and odd choices. Here is a look at the four D23 logo pins that mimic the sorcerer characters shown in the graphic above.

The Donald is of course my favorite, but it also has the most real features of all the pins. These are all wonderful designs and I am a sucker for stained glass. The next pin is for the Disney Legends Ceremony.

I bet this pin looks great in person. Lots glittery sparkle elements and a stone up atop the wand. There is a nice sculpted pin on pin element with the scroll, castle and arm with wand. The next pin is exclusive to D23 members and is for PinDisney Traditions.

This one is the most plain of offerings we have in this catalog. We get another Sorcerer Mickey against a blue circle background. The next one is the most interesting, but certainly not the best in my opinion.

I know Disney fans go crazy over LE Piece of Disney History items... but do we really want a piece of the banner they were going to toss after the first expo? And who said, "Hey, we should keep that. It may come in handy in the future?" It is a decent design and Chip and Dale were kind of the mascots of the first expo back in '09 I believe. But could they not think of something more cool to stick in that bubble? A piece of Johnny Depp's jacket? Bob Iger's tie? Hannah Montana's wig? Next we have an open edition pin that should be quit popular.

Anything Nightmare sells well. This is a wonderful design with a great slogan. Now for a couple sets of pins. First up is the expo logo set.

A very nice take on a theme of getting that D23 Expo banner into a series. Here, we have some seldom used characters for sets like this "enjoying" the expo. I particularly like the Ursula with Minnie ears, Mickey plush and shopping bag. Lummiere is fun character to toss into the mix. And collectors certainly can not get enough Tangled... and this is funny depiction of Rapunzel dragging Flynn along for some shopping.

This mystery set features Pixar shorts! Love the idea here as these guys certainly do not get much love. I especially love the Day/Night guys. That short is so under rated. And I'm sure little Buzz will be a popular one.

The two framed sets above are not for sure available in the Dream Store at the Expo. They are only available for order before the event by Sorcerer Level ticket holders. I would imagine any left over would show up at the Dream Store.

New D23 Expo Silent Auction and Logo Pins Revealed

Bursting with D23 Expo-themed official merchandise and other specialty items from Disney Theme Park Merchandise, the D23 Expo Dream Store returns with something magical for Disney fans of all ages. From Disney-inspired apparel, art and collectibles, accessories, books and more, the D23 Expo Dream Store is a Disney enthusiast’s dream come true.

Official D23 Expo Merchandise will allow Disney fans to take home a piece of the magic from this year’s expo, with an assortment of official D23 Expo inspired merchandise including tees, baseball cap, fleece, jewelry, drink ware, accessories, pins, and Vinylmation. Here is one of those pins:

D23 Expo 2013 Silent Auction offers Disney enthusiasts the rare opportunity to bid on unique artifacts, artwork, experiences, props and more. The D23 Expo 2013 Silent Auction takes place Saturday, August 10, 2013. Tickets for the Silent Auction go on sale June 11, 2013, at 11:00 a.m. (Pacific) via www.ArtofDisneyParks.com for $23. Separate D23 Expo admission is required. Ticket also includes a special limited edition pin:

Being a fan of Sorcerer Mickey and Donald Duck, I especially love the logo branding for this year's event. Of course, Sorcerer Mickey is always the D23 mascot, but they expanded the idea this year and tossed a robe and hat on other characters as well.

For more info on the D23 Expo, the Dream Store and the auction, please visit the full article at Orlando Sky Radio.

Once Upon a Pin Podcast #031 - May 11, 2013

Once Upon A Pin is a podcast all about Disney Pins. We deliver all the latest news, release dates and reviews with a fun Disney magic twist.

On this episode, we take a detailed look at the Reflections of Evil pin catalog and let you know all the registration details.

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Reflections of Evil Catalog and Event Details

The event catalog for the Reflections of Evil trade event, along with all the registration details, was released on Friday. You can follow this link to the official event details and registration info and links. Registration begins on Monday, May 13 at 1pm EST. I can't believe pin collectors have to pay a separate admission for each day!!!

Click here to check out all the Pins!!!

Hollywood & Dine Cel and Pin Release

Join us on Saturday, June 22, 2013, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 to 5 p.m. at Animation Gallery inside Disney’s Hollywood Studios,  for the release of  the Hollywood and Dine cel. This piece features Minnie, Mickey and a hand painted Goofy at the iconic Hollywood and Dine location.

Open from 2001 – 2002, Hollywood and Dine was located inside Disney’s Hollywood Studios™. The outside of the building, like much of Hollywood Pictures Backlot, resembled a soundstage. The outdoor dining area featured assortments of movie props and equipment. A large mural, depicting a futuristic Hollywood, featuring movie theaters (showing films such as Scream 33, The Sixty-Sixth Sense, and Fantasia 2460) and futuristic landmarks such as a DisneyQuest hovering thousands of feet over Los Angeles.

The first 750 framed cels ordered will come with a special limited edition pin to commemorate the release of Hollywood and Dine.

The Ink and Paint cel frames are wooden frames with options of either black or gold finishing.  All Ink and Paint cels are framed in museum grade plexi to preserve the delicate art.

If you are unable to attend the premiere of Hollywood and Dine, but would still like to purchase the Ink & Paint cel, please contact Walt Disney Event Services to pre-order your cel at 407-827-7600, Monday – Friday from 9am to 5pm. All pre-orders must be placed with Disney Events no later than Friday, June 21, 2013 by 12:00pm EST.

Cel Edition Size: 1000
Pin Edition Size: 750

Hollywood and Dine is available in the following Framing Options and Retails:
Unframed Cel $125
Cel with Black Frame $215
Cel with Black Frame and Pin $245
Cel with Black Frame, Pin, and Postcard $255
Gold Frame $285

Once Upon a Pin Podcast #030 - May 7, 2013

Once Upon A Pin is a podcast all about Disney Pins. We deliver all the latest news, release dates and reviews with a fun Disney magic twist.

This week we take a closer look at more previews of the Reflections of Evil Trading Event pins. We also have a full June release slate to run down with some never before seen pins added to the calendar.

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