Harry Potter

Updated Post on 8 September 2008

Writting a post on Harry Potter must be something that had been already done by millions of people.
I'm not really a super Potter Fan and then maybe just not yet.
I really don't know because I haven't complete the books.
Brought them last year, six of them. Bloomsbury adult cover - paperback
Kept them as I wanted the 7th book to release before I start to read all.
My friends think that I'm weird. Nevermind them.
21 August 2007 must be what all Potter's fan been dreaming of.
Bookstores even gave out free breakfast for Potter's fans that queeue overnight for their book.
Now I am close to the end of Philosopher's Stone - Book 1.
I would say it's rather a interesting read as I've always like fantasy world.
World that is different from what I am in. World of magic ........
So if I'm not posting anything up my blog, you'll know I'm still busy reading HARRY POTTER!

Post Additions on 8 September 2008 :
As I was reading my above post again, I've realised that I've only completed Book 1!
Guess I've just too many distraction now.
But tonight, no more DS playing, I'm going to start reading the books again!Hehe...
In this post addition, I've also added some of my Harry Potter playsets collection.

Harry Potter - Wizard Chess
Make : Mattel
Year : 2002
When I brought this chess set, I've actually wanted to learn how to play chess.
Sadly, till now, nothing is acommplished.
I still don't know how to play!!!




HARRY POTTER PLAYSETS :
So far, I've found only 3 of these playsets.
Don't know if there are any more playsets in this series.
But there was also a released on Harry Potter mini figures, a total of 4 sets.
I like these playsets very much because of all the other accessories that makes it's so interesting. The Potion Class playset is my favourite among the three.

Harry Potter - Potion Class Playset
Make : Mattel
Year : 2003


Harry Potter and Snape


Harry Potter - Magical Creatures Playset
Make : Mattel
Year : 2003


Harry Potter and Hagrid


Harry Potter - Dueling Club Playset
Make : Mattel
Year : 2004


Harry Potter and Draco Malloy

TAG

I am wondering about this tagging thing.
I mean, write 8 things about ourselves and tag 8 other bloggers.
This is something like a chain letter except that it doesn't curse you for not following, which is good.
I spent my entire afternoon today trying to find interesting blogs to tag.
Tagged 2 blogs which I like which left me 6 more to go !
Have also found a few blogs of interest but I can't tag them as they are already being tag.
Imagine being tag many times !
It would have become a chore to write 8 things plus find 8 people over and over again.
Maybe a new rule can be added that no matter how many times you are tagged, you need to write 8 things or find 8 bloggers only once as minium requirement.
This is just my thoughts.
I'm not the one who started this so I can't change anything !!
For viewing, my tag is listed under "8 tags" in July 2007.
http://astrogalaxy.blogspot.com/2007/07/8-tags.html

Elvis Collectibles

This post is updated on 28 March 2008 with full replacement of new pictures.

Welcome to my Elvis Presley BLVD !


Zippo Lighters :
Although I do not smoke, I do fancy Zippo lighters.
They have many varieties and the workmanship is alway very good.
This Graceland 50th anniversary edition is my favourite.
Limited to 5000 pcs worldwide.






Another 2 Elvis Zippo Lighters collection.


This is a cigratte holder & lighter box.
Not an official Elvis product.
Brought this in Thailand, Bangkok.


Elvis Collectibles Coins :

Theme : Elvis Presley 25th Anniversary 1977-2002
Back of the coin is the US silver eagle. Genuine coin by Morgan Mint.
Year : 2002


Theme : Offical colourized state quarters - Special 25th anniversary edition
Back of the coin shows a Tennessee 1796 Muscial Heritage : 2002
Genuine coin by Morgan Mint. A box with 10 coins.
Year : 2004





Elvis poker cards with different Elvis pictures.


Elvis Keychain brought at Elvis Concert in Singapore.


Metal Car License Plate.


I found this Elvis Hard Rock Cafe 1935-1977 pin in a Sunday market.
This is the only Elvis pin I have beside the Elvis insider pin.


Elvis T-shirt in a box. Unofficial product.
I got this in Thailand, Bangkok.


Sometimes, I would wear this sunglass and walk around the house, pretending to be Elvis! Aha...
Laughters always follows ...


Elvis cap with printed signature and an elvis official logo at the back.



This is my elvis membership certificate and membercard.
The fan club also gave me a sticker and an Elvis Pin.


Diecast Cars :
I collect Hotwheels, Tomy and Matchbox cars.
This is my another favourite Elvis collectibles.



Car with stickers "He Dared To Rock". I think it's COOL!




Elvis Games Collectibles :
An Elvis trivia game box.
Didn't play this game because I didn't open the cards.
Kept it sealed, so I don't know what is this Elvis trivia about...
Very nice metal tin box !




When I know there was a ELVIS monopoly, I was so happy.
I remembered I used to play monopoly with my cousins & neighbour when I was a kid.




A Elvis Magnet
When I ordered for it, I had actually wanted to stick it on my fridge.
But when it came, I decided to kept it orignal.
Can't bear to take it out.
(This photo is the only photo not changed in this post. As I couldn't find this item???)











FRAME Collectibles :
My only frame record.
Title "Wear My Ring Around Your Neck."
Wish I can have more but they are very expensive to me.
I brought this at the Elvis concert in Singapore.
I didn't hang it up my wall because I was worried that it might fall off and crash one day, so I have it in my shelf. Safer that way !
Pardon me for being paranoid !


This is a limited edition Toon Collectible "Tender Me Tender" collection.
Limited to 5000 pcs and my number is 571 of 5000.
I ordered this because I like the dreamy look in Elvis and black & white photographs.

Elvis Dolls (McFarlane, Barbie...)

This post is updated on 28 March 2008 with a full replacement of new photos, 24 November 2008, 27 January 2010

McFarlane Toy's Series :
Elvis 1 : 68' Comeback Special (also released 12" figure)
Manufacturer : McFarlane Toys
Released Date : September 2004
Scale : 6" (In Clamshell)
Make : China
This Elvis is the 1st figure in this series. Showing Elvis in his stunning black leather jacket from his 68" comeback TV special. Comes with a stage diorama including chairs, guitar & Elvis backdrop.
I like this figure the best out of the 6 in a series.




Elvis 2 : Rockabilly
Manufacturer : McFarlane Toys
Released Date : September 2004
Scale : 6" (In Clamshell)
Make : China
Showing an early Elvis in 1954. An 50th anniversary figure celebrating Elvis first recording at the Sun Records Studio. Comes with a diorama, guitar and mic.




Elvis 3 : Las Vegas (also released 12" figure)
Manufacturer : McFarlane Toys
Released Date : November 2004, August 2005 (12")
Scale : 6" (In Clamshell) or 12" (In window box)
Make : China
Showing Elvis in his Las Vegas performance. Elvis figure on a Elvis Stand.

Elvis 4 : 1956 The Year In Gold
Manufacturer : McFarlane Toys
Released Date : June 2005
Scale : 6" (In Clamshell)
Make : China
Elvis in his famous gold suit. Complete with diorama stage setting & Mic.
I had a very difficult time searching for this figure. Everywhere it was SOLD OUT !
Just when all hopes seem lost, I found it in a toy shop. It was labelled as "Rare"??? ...
So I paid almost triple the original price for it!! Sucks!




Elvis 5 : Jailhouse Rock
Manufacturer : McFarlane Toys
Released Date : February 2006
Scale : 6" (In Clamshell)
Make : China
Elvis in Jailhouse Rock. With cell bars as backdrop and Elvis stepping on a vinyl record stage.




Elvis 6 : Blue Hawaii
Manufacturer : McFarlane Toys
Released Date :
Scale : 6" (In Clamshell)
Make : China
Elvis in a flower printed red shirt. Comes with a big surf board.




12" McFarlane Dolls :
Elvis 1 : 68' Comeback Special (also released 6" figure)
Manufacturer : McFarlane Toys
Released Date : September 2004
Scale : 12" (In window box)
Make : China
This 12" figure looks very detail and realistic.
Saw it in one Holland Village frameshop that actually frame up this 12" Elvis figure... Fantastic. But very expensive.
Photo four sides of the box.






Elvis 3 : Las Vegas (also released 6" figure)
Manufacturer : McFarlane Toys
Released Date : August 2005
Scale : 12" (In window box)
Make : China
Elvis in Las Vegas performance







MATTEL COLLECTION ELVIS BARBIE DOLLS :
Tommy as Elvis - 3 dolls set
Manufacturer : Mattel - Barbie
Released Date : 2003
Scale : Mini (In window box)
Make : China
We have 3 Elvis here.
Elvis in Jailhouse Rock 1957
Elvis as King of Rock & Roll 1957.
Elvis in Aloha Concert 1973
At the back of the box it is stated that " Dolls cannot stand alone. Costumes are not removable."



Elvis the King of Rock & Roll Collector's Edition
Manufacturer : Mattel - BARBIE
Released Date : 2001
Scale : 12" (In window box)
Make : China
Figure shows Elvis in his famous gold suit. Complete with a microphonw, album frame & certificate of authenticity.
This is the last Elvis doll in a series of Timeless Treasures Collection.
I didn't get to see the certificate of authenticity because the box still sealed. Guess it is somehere inside the box. I find the small album frame rather unique.





X-TOYS Collection Dolls :
Elvis - Aloha Hawaii
Manufacturer : X Toys
Released Date : 2000
Scale : 6" in a plastic box
Make : China
Elvis in his white jewel decorated jumpsuit. This also have the light up feature.




Elvis - Aloha Hawaii
Manufacturer : X Toys
Released Date : 2000
Scale : 6" in a plastic box
Make : China
Elvis in his famous jailhouse rock black & white shirt.




Elvis - Teddy Bear from Graceland
This is a Elvis in GI Blues Christmas Bear.
Although the printing on the bear is not very vivid but it is still acceptable.
I especially like the Teddy feet bottom with Elvis picture, pose the bear sitting down, you'll see it.


Post Additions on 24 November 2008 :
Elvis and Priscilla
Manufacturer : Mattel - Barbie
Released Date : 2008
Scale : 12" in a plastic box
Make : China

One of the most beautiful barbie dolls couple.

This has instantly become my top favourite among all my Elvis dolls collection!

Mattel even make the Elvis lucky ring!

Post Additions on 27 January 2010 :

Elvis Bobble Head
Theme : 68 TV Special
Make : Funko