Another Lion King

   We got a look at Timon earlier this month, but now we get a look at Pumbaa too! Also the Wonka boxed set has been sited! We are nearing the end December so we might start some January releases. Keep an eye out and let us now who you spot!

Coupon

Heads up! If you make a purchase in store or online at Hallmark anytime between Jan 11th - Feb 14th you will earn a 20% off your total purchase coupon to use in March! See details Here.

After Christmas Sale

Hallmark is had marked down some of their Christmas itty bittys and well as most of this year's online exclusives, some sports, Star Wars and some others. They have even marked down further some of the bittys that had already been on sale. Check it out!

Also (not on sale) the new Unicorn itty bitty and Valentines Mickey and Minnie are in stock.

Happy Holidays!

More Pics!

Photo Credit Rhonda's Hallmark

      Here are some pictures of the new itty bittys! Fun the see the Wizard of Oz boxed set. They are 2-sided. New look at Timon from the Lion King! Looking forward to see the other characters. Also in the picture is Voldemort, Prof. Snape, and Emperor Palpatine. Let us know if they show up in your store!

Photo Credit Rhonda's Hallmark

Photo credit to Ohnobetty

Mickey

     
Here is a new Mickey and Minnie with a kiss itty bittys. I assume this will be for Valentine's Day, so we will probably star to see them after Christmas. Maybe January.

   

HP Baddies + Aladdin

Photo credit to Marilyn K.

   
 Be alert! I hear that Harry Potter itty bitys of Voldemort and Prof. Snape have been sighted! Let us know if they pop up in your store!! Also it sounds like the Quidditch Harry and Draco 2-pack are also hitting stores!
There is a new Aladdin 2-pack of Prince Ali and Jasmine on the magic carpet

Photo credit to Rhonda A.

New Bittys!

   New itty bittys online! All are in stock, but the Unicorn at the moment. The Unicorn, New Year Pig (Limited Edition), Three Little Pigs storybook. Cantina Band boxed set.

New!

    Keep and eye out for the new Chinese's New Year itty bitty, The Year of the Pig! The Star Wars Cantina band boxed set is arriving in stores, as well as a 3 Little Pigs storybook with a pig and wolf itty bitty!

Thank you Peter for the heads up!

Wonka & Sesame Street

    I have confirmed with Hallmark that the Willy Wonka boxed set and Sesame Street's Bert and Ernie are still set to be released this month. They should be shipping to stores soon! So if you spot them let us know! Also I hear that the Star Wars Cantina Band boxed set is also shipping out.

2019

  Since Hallmark isn't releasing a checklist for next year that isn't going to stop us from coming up with a list of what we know or have heard rumored that is coming in 2019!

What we know:
Star Wars
Luke in Sand Speeder
Gamorrean Guard
Emperor Palpatine
Cantina band 4-pack
R5-D4 Online Exclusive - April

Star Trek
Janeway & Seven of Nine 2-pack (we heard they were a 2-pack from the Trek Con) Slave girl

Harry Potter
Hagrid
Dobby
Prof. McGonagal
Voldemort
Quidditch Harry & Draco (2-pack?)

 Ghostbusters
The Ghostbusters (boxed set?)
Stay Puft Marshmallow Man

Black Panther  
Shuri  
Nakia

Wizard of Oz
Lollipop Guild - Special Edition
Lullaby League - Special Edition 
Wizard of Oz boxed set (of Dorothy and the trio that's double sided black & white on one side and colored on the other.)

Peanuts 

What we've heard:

The Lion King

December Releases

     I hate to say, but Hallmark hasn't announced any releases for this month. Though there was a possibility that Willy Wonka collectors set might come out. So if anyone spots it let us know! Also fingers crossed that they release some of next years itty bittys a little early as they have in the past. If I learn anything else I will be sure to post!

Griswold

Clark Griswold, limited edition, is now available online! See him Here.

Reminder

Last day of the 20% off online sale!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Anniversary Winner

      First of all I want to thank all of you for sharing your stories and appreciation of this blog. I very much enjoyed reading all of your comments and seeing pictures of your collections! I am so glad that it is helpful to all of you (Clark Griswold itty bitty is being sighted by the way!).

      And now the winner is Penguin101! Please e-mail your mailing address to the blog's e-mail ittybittyscorner@gmail.com and I will get your card in the mail soon!

Sale

    Hallmark is starting their Black Friday sale early online. Get 20% off your order online starting today till the 26th! A good time to snag the new itty bittys!

New

  

    Black Manta from Aquaman is now available online! He is a Limited Edition. See him HERE. There is also a placeholder up for a Statue of Liberty itty bitty! Another Limited Edition and super cute! Hopefully she will be out soon! Take a look HERE.
UPDATE!: Statue of Liberty is now in stock!

No checklist

Sad news, I have learned that Hallmark is not putting together a checklist for next year (2019) and possible discontinuing it all together. This is very disappointing, I was very much looking forward to the checklist possible coming out soon. I have heard that Popminded's instagram will be making announcements of releases and they will still be doing sneak peeks at the conventions.

Online

Black Panther's Okoye is now in stock online. She is a limited edition. See her HERE

Anniversary!

Happy Anniversary!!!

    The end of October marked the 3rd Anniversary of Itty Bittys Corner! Thank you everyone for visiting, sharing pictures and news, and loving itty bittys with us. Looking forward to a new year and a new batch of itty bittys with all of you!
   Make sure you comment below for a chance to win an itty bitty greeting card! Just tell us what itty bitty was your favorite this year! I will draw a name in about 2 weeks and post an announcement.

The details: For US addresses only, sorry! Comments made under 'Anonymous' or 'Guest' will not be counted. The winner will be announced in a post and asked to e-mail their mailing address to the blog's e-mail.

November Releases

   Here are a few releases that are expected out in November, though several of them have already shown up in stores.

Ralph (Wack-it-Ralph) - Limited Edition
Vanellope (Wack-it-Ralph) - Limited Edition
Clark Griswold (Christmas Vacation) - Limited Edition
Ralphie & Old Man Parker (A Christmas Story) 2-pack - Limited Edition

Happy Halloween!

More Online

     The Marie Aristocats in card is in stock online! See Here. There are also cards with Elmo, Cookie Monster, and Elena. Also if you missed out on the Grinch last year he is also in a card.
   Also just added online is the A Christmas Story 2-pack. See Here 
UPDATE: Boba Fett in blister pack and the Gorn are in stock!

Available Online

        Hallmark online store now has several of the new itty bittys in stock.  All are limited editions: Mulan, Mushu, Ralph, Vanellope, Queen Amidala, Aquaman, and Mera. This means the should be showing up in stores if they aren't there already.

    Also, they are shown as 'Out of Stock', but the convention Gorn and Boba Fett have placeholders.So they might become available at some point. 

Aristocats

Picture posted by megsittybittys

     Looks like Hallmark has released Marie from the Aristocats in a card! The 2-pack was cancelled this year, but we were holding out hope that they would be released next year. Let me know if you spot her or any others!

Look Out

      I hear that several itty bittys are arriving at stores on top of Black Panther's Okoye. So look out for these November releases Ralph, Vanellope, and Christmas Story 2-pack with Ralphie and old man Parker! Also these October releases are being seen Mulan, Mushu, and Queen Amidala!

Comparison

Comparison volume #2

      Here is a second wave of itty bittys that have more than one version. We are looking at the differences between the two kinds so you can tell them apart and know what you have. Sometimes it just helps to see them side by side.  I think I have them listed, but 'Regular' refers to the normal versions that are normally sold in stores and don't have a limited run. This includes ones that are in 1st in series, boxed sets, or 2-packs, etc.
   In case you missed it here is a Link the the first set of comparisons that we did. The links to these posts can also be found on the "Itty bitty Basics' page.

 

Shirt Tales - Online Exclusive vs. Regular (Boxed set)
 Pammy, Tyg, Rick

Regular ones on top row vs. Online Exclusives bottom row

Shirts & tags - The Online ones have them stitched on and are the same plush as the actual itty bitty. While the regular one (or boxed set version) has a flap like a normal tag and a more stretchy material for the shirts.
Back of shirts - The online version have a blank back in their shirts, while the regular's have a printed quote or saying.



Snow White - Regular vs. Event Exclusive

Cape - The event has one along with red tie in front while the regular doesn't.
Stitching - The Regular has stitched/embroidery detail, while on the event it's printed on.


Classic Batman - 1st in series vs. 2nd in series

Material - The 1st version is made up of the normal plush material while the 2nd is a more textured material.

Winnie the Pooh and Friends - 1st in series vs. 2nd in series

Top row: 1st series. Bottom row: 2nd series

Details - There are more details in the face of the 2nd version over the 1st versions. Further more 1st series has the word 'Pooh' on his shirt while 2nd series doesn't.
Coloring - The coloring is sharper on the 2nd version. Most noticeable is Eeyore 1st series is blue and 2nd series is gray.


Greedo - Limited Edition (Carded) vs. Regular

Coloring - The limited edition one favors brighter more vibrant colors, while the regular is more subdued.
Details - The regular version has much more detail in the clothing with a vest, shirt, and blaster holster. The limited edition has a solid color suit.


Luke - Regular (Boxed set) vs. Limited Edition (Carded)

Details and accessories - The regular has minimal details, like just a simple belt and seam in the shirt. While the limited edition has a greater detailed belt with even an accessory in Luke's hand.
Color - The newer limited edition has stronger colors, like the brighter blond hair. The regular has munch more subtle color palate.


Leia - Regular vs. Limited Edition (Carded)

 Details - The regular's belt is solid silver while the limited edition has a combination of white and silver. The sleeves are a little more flared and there are more seams in the dress.


 Darth Vader - First in Series vs. Second in Series

Eyes/face - The first version of Vader has the signature oval itty bitty eyes while the new version has the more square shaped eyes. His mouth is also more defined with sliver/gray on the 2nd series and well as having a more flared helmet.
Belt and Control panel details - The 2nd version has colored detail on the belt while the first doesn't. The control panels has variation. The 1st has red and blue coloring while the 2nd has red and green coloring.


Other Star Wars carded/blister pack versions
Boba Fett (Carded Event Exclusive), Jawa, Han Solo, and Chewbacca.

Material - The designs are different on these, but the main difference the the fabric they are made out of a kind of vinyl/pleather while all the ealier versions are made of the soft plush.


 Rudolph - Regular (1st in series), Storybook, and 2nd in series
 

2nd in series, 1st in series, and Storybook

 Nose - The 2nd one has a plastic nose while the 1st is embroidered on.
Sleigh Bells - Only the Storybook one wears them around their neck while the others don't. (There is also a shrink wrapped Rudolph in a Christmas card which takes after the Storybook version and the sleigh bells.)

 Clarice - Regular vs. Storybook

 Scarf - Storybook one wears a spotted scarf while the regular don't wear one.
Hoof color - The regular one has dark brown colored hoof/hands and the Storybook is wearing pale colored gloves.

Bumble - 1st in series vs. 2nd in series 

 Star - 2nd in series is holding one while the 1st version doesn't have one.



Santa - Rudolph Santa vs. Countdown Santa

 Face - The Rudolph Santa has a mustache and eyebrows while the Countdown Santa doesn't.
Mittens - The Countdown has green gloves while Rudolph has white.
Hats - The Rudolph hat hangs down farther.
Belts - The buckle on the Countdown is yellow compared to silver on the Rudolph version. Also the Countdown has a red stripe over the boots.


Other Mentions 

Jack & Sally (Nightmare before Christmas)

It appears that the new stock ones have slightly different packaging for the Anniversary.  On the original release the card has a gold ban across the top while the new ones have a black band and a line mentioning the Anniversary under the title. There don't appear to be any other difference.
 

Sale

  

Today starts the the itty bittys sale Buy 2, Get 1 Free. It goes until the 21st and on itty bitys $6.95 to $9.99.

Watch Out For!

     

       Keep an eye out for Okoye from Black Panther! She is a limited edition and appearing in stores. Let us know if you see her! This could mean the other Black Panther charters could be showing up as well!

Available online

The Nightmare Before Christmas trio is now available online! Lock, Shock, and Barrel are limited editions and the online exclusives for October. Find them Here

  Also the limited edition Walking Dead set featuring Glenn and Maggie are now available online! See them Here

New York Comic Con 2018

     New York Comic Con is under way and that means itty bitty news! I will continue to update this post so keep checking back. Please let me know if you find any news as well!

2019 Previews

Star Wars - Other picture links (Cantina, Here)
Luke in Sand Speeder (closer picture Here)
Gamorrean Guard
Emperor Palpatine
Cantina band 4-pack

Marvel
Black Panther
Shuri
Nakia
Okoye

Star Trek 
Janeway & Seven of Nine 2-pack (we heard they were a 2-pack from the Trek Con)
Slave girl

Picture from Megsittybittys on instagram

Harry Potter Other pictures Here,
Hagrid
Dobby
Prof. McGonagal
Voldemort
Quidditch Harry & Draco (2-pack?)

Picture posted by Pop Minded

Ghostbusters
The Ghostbusters (boxed set?)
Stay Puft Marshmallow Man

 

 2018 Previews

Aquaman - I heard release it this month

• Take note of Mera and Black Manta. Two new ones we didn't know about. Could release this month with Aquaman or they could be released in December when the movie comes out.

Nightmare Before Christmas trio - Online Exclusive for October
Wack-it-Ralph - Limited Editions due out November

A Christmas Story 2-pack is limited edition and is due out in November, not sure why it says 2019 preview.

Picture posted by La Covacha

Thank you C for your contribution!

October Releases

     A few releases for October. Also remember that Hallmark is having a sale this month from the 12th through the 21st 'Buy 2, get 1 free' on the itty bittys (priced $6.95-9.99).

Mulan - Limited Edition
Mushu the Dragon - Limited Edition
Queen Amidala (Star Wars)
Aquaman (I believe the movie version)

Online Exclusives
Nightmare Before Christmas trio

Now Online

     This year's Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer itty bittys are now online. Rudolph, Bumble, and Sam the Snowman and Dolly are all in stock. Keep an eye out for other Christmas itty bittys. They are normally released in September to October.

October Sale

        Hallmark is having an itty bittys sale in October from the 12th to the 21st. Buy 2, get 1 free ($6.95 - 9.99). Nice to stock up on the new releases and there will be a couple new releases in October as well.

Darth Vader

 

Darth Vader (the 2nd in series) is now available online (see here)!