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« on: August 22, 2017, 04:17:58 PM »
I believe both of these are mail order (the right one for sure). The store release version didn't have the pink-blue-yellow stripes. Left Scoops is made in Hong Kong. Right is made in China. Both came with sets that were supposedly mail order. The one of the left actually had the packing slip and the seller wasn't a collector. So unlikely they got a mis-match of ponies. visitors can't see pics , please register or login
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« on: August 22, 2017, 01:47:02 PM »
I have gotten to like variations more as my collecting goes on, I think.
But they have to be pretty big or so, for me to want to keep both in my collection. Like, an eye-shade difference as Carrehz mentions, and I won't bother, but something big like with the Glow n Shows, and yes I'll keep 'em all! I hope someone owns the 'flying under the radar' examples mentioned on the first post...I didn't even know Count a Lot had a variable. I've got photos, but they're only the 'big stuff' that doesn't count but, I will list more & maybe we'll see:
TAF Scoops:
The HK & China one are a bit different symbol shades but it's fairly noticeable
Baby Starbow:
Sometimes the blue stripe is more into the purple realm
Rockin' Beat:
The one who has a blue stripe, that blue may sometimes be purple-er
Tutti Fruity I think can vary her body shade or something
Baby Cuddles: There can be one that is QUITE blue vs the usual blueish greenish one
Big variables I own:
HK vs China Sherbet Sunday Best (one is VERY plum)
Perfume Puff Dainty Dahlia (One is pale blue the other quite dark gray strange)
Grayish Sprinkle vs Pink Sprinkle
I also didn't realize the pose difference on the flutter with diff size head. It's quite a big one on how the legs are wider apart.
What's the baby princess Sparkle difference? I didn't realize she had one.
If someone starts posting pics I bet I'll end up with more wanted ponies...which is ok I guess because this is interesting
Scoops also has 3 different apron patterns too, by the way  Tutti Fruiti does come in 2 shades and also her yellow mane stripe can be on one side, verses the other. The different baby Cuddles, I think, is due to China vs Hong Kong manufacturing. Baby Princess Sparkle can have magenta glitter in her symbol, or dark purple.
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« on: August 22, 2017, 11:55:58 AM »
Oh, I'm a big sucker for variations  My photo albums are riddled with comparison photos. A lot of the same variations you mentioned are things I like as well. I haven't listed ponies in a long while, but when I did, I always mentioned the variation. A lot of people may not care, but there are a lot of people that just don't know there are different ones and find it interesting, even if they aren't hunting for them. For me, it extends to ponywear too. Lace trim variations, material pattern changes, soft shoes vs hard shoes. One of my favorite variations are the "fat-head" flutter ponies. The pose is just so different! REGULAR: visitors can't see pics , please register or loginFAT HEAD: visitors can't see pics , please register or loginThe flutter ponies have wing holder variations too, as well as hair styles. They're all over the place, but each new one I find feels special.
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« on: August 07, 2017, 08:00:59 AM »
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« on: August 02, 2017, 06:01:17 AM »
I haven't read all 15 pages of this thread yet, but wanted to pop in and drop off this info. I've used photobucket for years, and it's become increasingly crappy, from their mobile site to trying to download images and albums. So this is just the HUGE straw that broke the camel's back. Because I've been a Plus Member, they'll keep my links active until I need to renew, so I have till next May thankfully. But I've got a TON of pictures and albums that I need to download and get off there.....hundreds upon hundreds! Now the download album link has been very quirky for me. Half the time I get the "Hmmm...something went wrong" message and unless I close everything out and start over in a new window, I can't get it to work. The download itself, when it is working, is super slow. Well, now I keep getting that message no matter what. I've used Explorer, Chrome and Firefox. Nothing will work and I'm wondering if they just flat-out disabled it on purpose. I managed to get maybe a third of what I need downloaded and have been looking for a work-around. I think I found one that is going to make my life MUCH easier: https://sharecoding.wordpress.com/photobucket-downloader/It adds a new button inside Photobucket, if you use the Chrome browser. It's SUPER FAST... like a couple of seconds! The free limited version is fine for me, because I don't think I have any folders with more than a hundred images. But even at $2, if I need to upgrade, it's well worth the money. The only unfortunate thing is that it won't download sub-albums -- you have to do that separately. Still, I wanted to share with those that are in the same boat as me and are overwhelmed with how to get all my albums to somewhere safe before I have the "It's you, not me" breakup talk with Photobucket.
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« on: July 30, 2017, 02:51:22 PM »
I see a replica set omg want !!! are you allready taking orders?am looking like grazy but must overseen something !!! where can I orderrrrrr ^^
I'll set up a sales thread next week. Got all the details worked out and have begun printing some sets, but it's going to be a crazy busy week getting ready for a ponymeet. So after that's over (next weekend), I'll be ready to focus on taking orders. I'll post the sales link here when it's all set up
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« on: July 28, 2017, 08:17:22 AM »
Personally, original hair is always going to win with me in my collection. But it's a pretty common pony, easy to find a cheap upgrade if you sell both.
That said, I'd rather you keep the rehaired pony for the simple fact that if you sell it, it might eventually and accidently get resold as one having original hair, since it's such a close match. Is it marked, so any new owners know it's new hair?
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« on: July 26, 2017, 12:03:58 PM »
I apologize, apparently it's Legion Printing that I'm thinking of, not Offworld Designs. Pretty sure my sister has their business card; we're going to try finding it.
Edit: Found it! http://legion-bhm.com
Thanks, although there may be copyright issues in going with an outside printing company. Sometimes they can be pretty strict about that. Checking it out though
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« on: July 06, 2017, 08:23:39 AM »
Ohhhhh yesssss.
Trying to figure out if they're a legit release variation, or variation from different factory materials, or a false variation (differences due to environment factors like fading).
When in doubt, I hold onto them, but the shelves are getting really crowded! Rainbow ponies are the worst.
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« on: June 30, 2017, 01:20:36 PM »
Thanks for the responses. I'll take any concerns to heart for sure, but overall, I'm hearing a positive response. See original post for updated comparison pics and descriptions (points up) 
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« on: June 29, 2017, 01:20:15 PM »
That sounds so cool! Especially, if you get the board figured out. Was the dice paper/cardboard also?
Yes, and I could replicate that as well. Although I much prefer a hard die. The paper ones get roughed up fast! I think it's a great idea!
Imma be blunt: I don't care one whit if originals (of MLPs or cards or anything else) is "devalued." I think it's great when more people can afford replicas and complete their collection. People who want a guaranteed return on an investment should go for government bonds, not collect toys, lol.
I agree with that, anyone that's collecting ponies or most modern toys because they think they'll get rich on it is taking a huge gamble. Collecting is not a sound investment! Too many variables. But there are special cases where you need to liquidate a collection (severe illness, to save a pet, loss of job, new baby). I can understand that in those cases, it would be important to get back something close to what you put in. But I think there will always be people (like me) that will seek out the originals over replicas, whether it's flutter wings, seashells, princess accessories or adventure cards. So they may still hold value.
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« on: June 29, 2017, 11:34:59 AM »
EDIT: Now taking orders! http://mlparena.com/index.php?topic=387501.msg1658378#msg1658378  (Previous information) For those of you who don’t know what Adventure Cards are, see here:Spoiler Baby Blue Ribbon and the Adventure Card board game (poster) were available through the mail order and points program. The game could be played with or without special Adventure Cards, which gave commands like Go Ahead 2, or Miss a Turn. These cards were only available in specially marked packages of ponies sold in stores, two per package. Since there are a whopping 42 cards, and they were only available for a short time, they are difficult to find and even harder set to complete. http://mylittlewiki.org/wiki/The_Adventures_in_Ponyland_Game#Adventure_CardsI’d like to get your thoughts on making replica Adventure Cards. Every now and then someone will ask me about doing them and I’ve held off for a few reasons: - potentially dropping the current value of the originals Spoiler on one hand, good for those looking for originals still, but not so good for those trying to sell them and those that already spent $$ on theirs and don’t want to see their collection value drop - accidently/purposefully being sold as originals in the secondhand market Spoiler I’ve added a small statement on both sides about them being Custom Replicas, to distinguish them from the originals, nothing that impedes the image or text, but still noticeable should anyone resell them. - finding good quality card paper and printer for the job, something that meets people’s expectations Spoiler I found paper that’s a close match to the original card stock, glossy on one side, matte on the other, and it’s compatible with my printer. They’re not exactly the same, pixel-to-pixel, but close enough and actually cleaner, brighter, and more consistent than the original scans. Also, while the paper front is glossy, the ink is not, so unlike the originals, they would not be completely glossy across the whole surface. - copyright issues with Hasbro Spoiler If I go through with this project, I wouldn’t sell on ebay, etsy or other public shopping site. Basically, if someone wants a set, they could contact me and spread word of the project to others looking. I care more about getting a good product to fellow collectors and also not overstepping my bounds with Hasbro’s products than I do about making a quick buck If there's enough interest and positive reaction to the idea, I'd consider making and selling these sets to other collectors. As far as pricing goes, I’m thinking around $55* due to the work that’s already gone into cleaning up the scans, the paper and ink expense, and I also cut these by hand and there’s time involved in that process. Spoiler *Probably would include free USA priority shipping with tracking, or $50 for untracked economy only if paypal GIFT payment is sent, with the understanding that I won’t be responsible for lost or damaged packages; International shipping would be worked out on a per-person basis At least initially, only orders of full sets of 42 will be made. Spoiler Individual card requests will be much harder to do because they artwork is laid out in groups to fill up a sheet. I would have to spend time in moving around the requested cards, and depending on how many are requested, they may not fill a full sheet. So pricing would vary on individual cards, but would be at least $2 a card just for the time involved, and maybe more depending on how many is ordered. I’m working on the gameboard and die as well, although the gameboard is huge. It was made to use full-sized ponies as the game pieces! I’m researching different options for large-scale printing but haven’t found a good option yet. Anyway, I’d like to get your thoughts on this project – ethical issues, pricing, interest. If there are a lot of legitimate objections, I won’t pursue it. If you don’t feel comfortable publicly posting, feel free to PM me. I’m just trying to gather information (not orders) at this point Thanks! Update 06/30/2017 ORIGINAL CARDS vs TEST CARDS: visitors can't see pics , please register or loginSimilarities:Same size A close match in thickness of card stock Glossy on the front, matte on the back visitors can't see pics , please register or loginOriginal scanned artwork of rainbow and pony A close match to the blue and purple colors used on the back A close match to the font used Differences:Card stock is a brighter white Copyright information removed and replaced with “2017 Custom Replica Adventure Cards” on both sides, to avoid mistaking them as originals. Probably going to make this text a smidgen larger and bolder than what appears here. visitors can't see pics , please register or loginGlossy side is slightly different type of glossy; ink is matte, so where the rainbow, text and pony is printed, it is not glossy like the background visitors can't see pics , please register or loginBack side artwork is recreated so that the colors are more uniform; scans used as templates for accuracy Rainbow artwork on front is the same rainbow in the same place on every card (something that is not uniform on the originals) Pony artwork may be bumped up or down a bit so that it doesn’t come so close to the edge of the card
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« on: June 07, 2017, 12:06:41 PM »
Is this the variant with "Pouncing Action"? 
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« on: June 05, 2017, 02:03:32 PM »
Looks like pony cancer  The bad news is, it's not likely you can fix it. The good news is, it shouldn't spread as long as the pony is dry and kept low-humidity conditions (below 70%). This site has some good information on these kinds of spots: http://www.mlppreservationproject.com/body.html
If your pony display or storage area tends to get warm and humid, invest in a dehumidifier. That's probably the best thing you can do for your ponies. I bought these egg things for my shelves too. You can also get a small air filter / purifier if you think there's a lot of bacteria or mold floating around.
Ah, I see! Shame it can't be fixed, but I'm relieved it's not something nastier. I've never seen it on a so-soft before, thanks for the link and the help!
I've seen many so softs develop it (mostly on white ponies!). At least on a non-so-soft, you can try to lighten it. But on a so-soft, you usually end up creating a bald spot trying to treat it directly, yellowing the glue trying to sunfade it, or messing up the soft flocking by getting it wet in some way. I would LOVE to know if anyone's had any success removing these, but I haven't seen a solution yet :/
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« on: June 05, 2017, 12:36:20 PM »
Looks like pony cancer The bad news is, it's not likely you can fix it. The good news is, it shouldn't spread as long as the pony is dry and kept low-humidity conditions (below 70%). This site has some good information on these kinds of spots: http://www.mlppreservationproject.com/body.htmlIf your pony display or storage area tends to get warm and humid, invest in a dehumidifier. That's probably the best thing you can do for your ponies. I bought these egg things for my shelves too. You can also get a small air filter / purifier if you think there's a lot of bacteria or mold floating around.
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