Our Collectors Blog

A little corner of the internet created for Disney collectors, treasure hunters, and anyone who understands the joy of finding that one special piece that makes your heart skip. Take a look for hints and tips - sprinkled with a few moments of Disney magic!

✨ A Little Bit of Disney Magic… Jim Shore’s European Virtual Signing Event Is Here! ✨

✨ A Little Bit of Disney Magic… Jim Shore’s European Virtual Signing Event Is Here! ✨

Every now and again something happens in the collecting world that makes you stop scrolling and immediately think… "Oh. I need to tell people about this." 😂 And this is...

Retired Doesn’t Always Mean Rare: Why Are Some Disney Figurines Worth So Much More Than Others?

Retired Doesn’t Always Mean Rare: Why Are Some Disney Figurines Worth So Much More Than Others?

If you collect Disney figurines, you have probably experienced this moment... You find a beautiful retired piece, excitedly search online expecting to discover you have uncovered a hidden treasure and...

Ornaments, Figurines or Collectibles? Why Disney Collectors Around the World Aren’t Always Speaking the Same Language

Ornaments, Figurines or Collectibles? Why Disney Collectors Around the World Aren’t Always Speaking the Same Language

I recently discovered something which I found really interesting! For years I have happily talked about my Disney “ornaments”. My shelves are full of ornaments. I clean ornaments. I photograph...

Jim Shore's June Preview: Disney Magic, Family Stories and a Museum I Can't Wait to Visit

Jim Shore's June Preview: Disney Magic, Family Stories and a Museum I Can't Wait to Visit

If you've not yet watched Jim Shore and Robin's latest vlog (you hace watch the full video here), I would highly recommend setting aside some time and making a cup of...

Disney Figurine Variations – The Tiny Differences Collectors Become Obsessed With

Disney Figurine Variations – The Tiny Differences Collectors Become Obsessed With

If you collect Disney figurines long enough, you start noticing things. At first, it’s harmless. A slightly different paint colour here.A missing glitter detail there.A face that somehow looks… angrier...

How to Safely Package Figurines Without Their Original Box

How to Safely Package Figurines Without Their Original Box

There are few things sadder in the collectibles world than opening a parcel to find a beloved figurine broken in transit. Honestly? It breaks my heart every time I see...

Why We Collect the Disney Characters We Loved as Children

Why We Collect the Disney Characters We Loved as Children

For many adult Disney fans, collecting is not really about owning “things”. It is about keeping hold of a feeling. A figurine on a shelf can seem small, but the...

How to Pair Disney Figurines With Disney Books for a Beautiful Shelf Display

How to Pair Disney Figurines With Disney Books for a Beautiful Shelf Display

For book lovers, shelves are rarely just storage. They are small windows into personality, memory and imagination. A well-loved bookshelf can say as much about someone as a favourite film,...

Ariel’s Green Tail, Pink Dress and Blue Dress: What Each Look Says About Her Story

Ariel’s Green Tail, Pink Dress and Blue Dress: What Each Look Says About Her Story

A collector guide to Ariel's green tail, pink dress, blue dress and wedding look, with display ideas for Little Mermaid figurine collectors.

Ursula & King Triton: The Character Backstory and Display Options for Collectors

Ursula & King Triton: The Character Backstory and Display Options for Collectors

For collectors of The Little Mermaid figurines, Ariel is often the natural starting point. She is the dreamer, the princess, the one who wants more than the world she was...

Why Selling Disney Figurines as a Job Lot Is Faster, Easier & Less Stressful

Why Selling Disney Figurines as a Job Lot Is Faster, Easier & Less Stressful

Why Selling Your Disney Figurines as a Job Lot Makes Sense (And Why We’re the Easy Option) If you’ve built up a collection of Disney figurines over the years, chances...

Disney Traditions Storybook Series Guide

Disney Traditions Storybook Series Guide

For many Disney collectors, the magic isn’t just in the films - it’s in the figurines that bring those stories to life. One of the most charming lines in the...

Disney Figurines Explained: Showcase, Traditions, Enchanting Collection & Disney Britto

Disney Figurines Explained: Showcase, Traditions, Enchanting Collection & Disney Britto

Disney figurines have long held a special place in the homes of collectors, offering a way to bring favourite characters and memorable film moments into everyday display. For some, they...

The Dark Side of Disney: A Collector’s Guide to Disney Traditions Villain Figurines

The Dark Side of Disney: A Collector’s Guide to Disney Traditions Villain Figurines

Disney may be famous for its heroes, princesses, and happy endings, but every unforgettable story needs a memorable villain. From the chilling elegance of Maleficent to the fiery temper of...

The White Woodland Disney Traditions Series: A Collector’s Guide to Soft White Charm

The White Woodland Disney Traditions Series: A Collector’s Guide to Soft White Charm

For collectors of Disney figurines, few lines capture gentle nostalgia, artistic detail and seasonal charm quite like the White Woodland Disney Traditions Series. Designed by award‑winning artist Jim Shore and released...