So, now I’m a Hallmark ornament collector. Ugh. Seriously, how could I not collect these things when they keep coming out with items that I have to have for my Christmas tree year after year? Have you seen what they are offering up this year? Here’s what I’ve got (so far). The classic Batman ornaments […]
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Friday Face-Off: Funko Pop!
Welcome to a new feature here on Cool & Collected: Friday Face-Off! Each week, I’ll post a topic and see if we can get a friendly debate going. Please no biting, kicking, or hitting below the belt — let’s keep things civil. To start things off, let’s discuss those ubiquitous pieces of plastic that can […]
The five stages of being a collector
Assembling a collection that rivals no other is a challenge that many of us aspire to, but few ever achieve. So, what does it take to become a super-collector? What are the stages of building a museum-worthy collection? Here’s how I see it… 1. The Spark is Lit For whatever reason, you are attracted to […]
What does the future hold for comic book collecting?
While comic book fans descended on New York City for NYCC this past weekend, we had our own little comic show here in northern Virginia. The Shoff Show comes around every few months, and I’ve been going to it fairly often lately — I’m a sucker for the bargain bins. There is one dealer who […]
This Dr. Zaius bank just got a little more rare
We’ve all done it — the shameful act that can elicit shrieks of terror and uncontrollable sobbing. Yes, I’m talking about that moment when tragedy strikes and we accidentally destroy a prized possession in our collection. It might be an item falling off a shelf and smashing to bits on the ground far below, or […]