Category Archives: News

Light Bulb Baking: A History of the Easy-Bake® Oven Book Available November 4th

Posted on November 1, 2013 by Gooney Bird

If you are looking for a gift this holiday season for that hard to buy for Kenner fan on your list, I have just the book for you.  Light Bulb Baking: A History of the Easy-Bake® Oven is a new … Continue reading →

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Cool & Collected Magazine Meets Kickstarter Funding Goal

Posted on October 30, 2013 by Gooney Bird

Cool & Collected – the magazine for pop culture collectors, has met it’s Kickstarter funding goal.  We are getting a new toy collecting magazine on the news stands! KennerCollector.com is proud to be on board as an  advertiser, and we … Continue reading →

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Cool & Collected – The Magazine for Pop Culture Collectors

Posted on October 8, 2013 by Gooney Bird

As much as I love the speed and convenience of getting my collecting fix over the Internet, there is still nothing like sitting down in a comfy chair with a brand new toy magazine and pouring over all of the … Continue reading →

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A Look Back at Kenner’s Toy Building History in Cincinnati

Posted on December 21, 2012 by Gooney Bird

Cincinnati.com has posted a great slide show reminiscing about Kenner’s toy building history in Cincinnati.  There are some amazing behind the scenes photos of toy production and testing.  Highly recommend checking it out here! Image property of Cincinnati.com.  

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Lego Meets the Vintage Star Wars Micro Collection

Posted on December 20, 2012 by John Wooten

One of the best things to happen to the Star Wars toy world in recent years has been the addition of Lego as a licensee.  Add some creativity to a flair of vintage and you get some fantastic results.  Star … Continue reading →

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Easy-Bake Oven History Infographic

Posted on November 27, 2012 by Gooney Bird

Here is a fun infographic that PartSelect.com has put together to show the history of Kenner’s Easy-Bake Oven.  The Easy-Bake Oven turns 50 years old next year, but there’s no reason we can’t get the celebration started early! Just click … Continue reading →

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KennerCollector 2012 Collector Club Edition

Posted on May 22, 2012 by John Wooten

This summer and fall, Kenner Collector will be providing select Star Wars Collecting Clubs with a special item for their raffles and auctions.  What could it be??  

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Plastic Galaxy: The Story of Star Wars Toys

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Gooney Bird

If you are a fan of Kenner Star Wars toys, you will not want to miss Brian Stillman’s upcoming documentary!  It looks like a total labor of love and I can’t wait to see it!  Here’s a sneak peek: From … Continue reading →

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FAO Schwarz Celebrates 150 Years With Display Of Historic Toys

Posted on February 22, 2012 by Gooney Bird

FAO Schwarz is celebrating their 150th anniversary with a tribute to some of the most popular toys of all time. “Now celebrating its 150th Anniversary, FAO Schwarz is marking this rare milestone in the world of retail by unveiling a … Continue reading →

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Super Powers Batmobile Groom’s Cake!

Posted on January 4, 2011 by Gooney Bird

Here is a story about an awesome groom’s cake inspired by the Super Powers Batmobile.  Great idea and execution! Source: USA Today

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