I've commenced working towards the KickStarter campaign for this book. More details can be found here.

-Windebieste.

yup, may never own an original now.

http://news.toyark.com/wp-content/up...r-Size-006.jpg

Oh, this is just too awesome. ...and 2 variants of the figure, too! So happy now!

-Windebieste.

I am pleased to announced the KickStarter campaign for the book HIDEOUS PLASTIC - In stores everyone can hear you scream has gone live.

The 200+ page book investigates just about every aspect of the original Kenner ALIEN action figure that was released in 1979. The KickStarter campaign will run for 60 days spanning March 1st to April 29. A minimum of US$20,000 is needed to reach the Primary Goal for this Project to be successful. Not high at all and very achievable.

Visit the KickStarter campaign page and show your support! Currently, the KickStarter campaign is the only way to secure your copy of HIDEOUS PLASTIC - In stores everyone can hear you scream. The availability of this book after the campaign concludes is not guaranteed.

You have 60 days to decide if you want support this Project and acquire a copy.

Thank you for your attention. ;)

-Windebieste.

Don't forget, the HIDEOUS PLASTIC 'Early Bird' tier rewards Backers who support this Project now. You will receive a 30% discount on the book with your pledge! This offer is limited in quantity and time. Only 250 units are available. The offer expires on March 31.


HIDEOUS PLASTIC - In stores everyone can hear you scream a 200 page book about one of the world's most notorious children's toys, the 1979 Kenner ALIEN Action figure. Now on KickStarter.

-Windebieste.

The HeartStarter FLASH SALE! Reward Tier is now open for would be Backers on the HIDEOUS PLASTIC KickStarter campaign.


It’s the cheapest support option on the list that will reward you with a copy of the book. At 50% off the Full Print Edition you’ll be paying half price. There’s just one catch. Well, two actually. Firstly, the FLASH SALE is limited to only 50 copies. If they don’t move fast enough, then this Reward Option closes on March 16, less than 48 hours.

This Reward Tier is intended to appeal to anyone who may be undecided about supporting this Project. At half price the decision is made for you. All you have to do is make a Pledge. Pledges are AU$32.50 (Approx US$25).

Make a pledge. Make a difference. Do it now. This offer won’t last long.

-Windebieste.

The HeartStarter FLASH SALE! is now over. Some people decided to make a Pledge and take advantage of the cheapest rate on offer and that’s terrific. Now that the HeartStarter incentive has expired, it’s still not too late to demonstrate your support for this Project and still benefit from a cheaper rate.

The Early Bird Reward option is still available and offers 30% off the standard Full Print Edition reward. It’s a substantial saving for anyone who wants a copy of the book at a very affordable Pledge level. Visit the KickStarter campaign page for more details.

-Windebieste.

A small update - more of a reminder - on the KickStarter campaign for anyone who is interested in making a pledge to help get this book published.

The Early Bird Reward for Backers who are wanting a 30% discount on the standard Pledge will expire in 48 hours. The campaign will still be running for another 30 days but this incentive will be gone by the time the weekend has arrived.

Please make a pledge. Your support will make a difference.

Thank you.

Only 10 hours remains if you want to snag a 30% discount on the HIDEOUS PLASTIC KickStarter Early Bird Pledge. 10 hours, that is, if you live in Australia. The rest of the World is not far behind. Once this Reward Tier has expired, the campaign will still continue for another 30 days but this Reward will no longer be available.

Now, if the world was flat, time zone issues wouldn't be a problem, would they? ;)

-Windebieste.

45 images of the new 18 inch tall Kenner inspired Super7 ALIENS 'Classic Toy Edition' Warrior:

http://www.hideousplastic.com/wp-con...Warrior_19.jpg


-Windebieste.

This is a great thread! great read :)

Thank you. I appreciate it.

The KickStarter campaign for this book is now closed.

It was not successful in raising the necessary funds. While this is a disappointing result financially for the Project, I'm only treating it as a setback that delays the book's inevitable release.

You can read the post mortem on the KickStarter campaign.

Thank you to anyone here who supported this campaign with a pledge - we aint done yet. Not by a long shot. ;D

-Windebieste.

three loose AFA-graded 1979 Kenner Aliens
 

Hello,

These are pics of my AFA-graded loose figures. It is a really complex figure to case because the case builder must create separate pieces of formed acrylic inside the outer case to stabilize it. AFA has only graded 9 loose as of 12/17: I suppose because there aren't that many in a condition that would warrant spending as much as it does to have these graded and cased. They do look impressive though when put side-by-side.

I am also attaching pics of my HG Toys Alien target sets because I just like them.I think the HG Toys Alien Blaster Giant Target Set (rare in very good condition) and Alien Chase Target Set (practically impossible to find in any condition) are great pieces because of the artwork and the 70's kids' expressions on the boxes (from their cheery faces they probably had not seen the film as I had at their age in '79).