Opinion: Should Pins Be Sold Online In Bulk?

Should people be allowed to sell pins online, like on E-bay, in a bulk pack for a small price? I do not believe they should. First, the pins may be fake. A person can easily make pins and sell them for triple the cost to gain a profit. Also, trading fake pins is not allowed at Disney, which would be hard if a family comes with a pouch full of fake pins. Also, Disney is not involved in the sale. A person could claim that Disney ripped them off with this, but Disney had no part of it. Many sellers do this to try and convince a family that is practical, as opposed to just buying from Disney. This practice is very unethical. Disney is aware of this, but there is not much that they can do. Technically, the sellers are not doing anything wrong by selling them. It is hard to tell through pictures if the pins are fake. It is just the ethics of how right it is to do this.

How To: Spotting Fake Pins

When you trade pins, you always want to make sure they are real. Most people do not realize that fake pins are very common when pin trading. Many fake pins come from packs that are bought in bulk off of E-bay or come from outside companies. Cast members can only trade Disney pins. Cast members are given real pins that can be traded with any guests. If they find that they have a fake pin, they must turn it in for a real one. Here is how you can spot if a pin is a fake:

Pin Trading 101

One of the best things to do in the Disney parks is pin trading! Since starting in 1999, fans have been collecting and trading pins based on favorite attractions and characters. While there are huge pin traders, there are also fans who do not know how to pin trade. It is so easy and simple! This will give a little overview of how to pin trade:

35 Years of Magic at Epcot

The time has come! This Sunday, October 1st, marks Epcot’s official 35th anniversary! Epcot opened in 1982, bringing new innovations and technologies to a place where the public could explore the world of motion, the seas, the land, the imagination, and the culture of the world in one day. Epcot was Walt Disney’s dream, and its become a symbol of inspiration for all who enter its gates. For the 35th, a special collection was made to celebrate this miraculous milestone. Let’s take a look:

Hungry for the 22nd Annual Epcot Food & Wine Festival Merchandise

I don’t know about you, but Epcot’s Food and Wine festival is feeling 22!

The 22nd annual Epcot Food and Wine festival is upon us and it could not come at a better time! With Epcot’s 35th anniversary just a month away, the festival is showcasing Epcot’s rich and diverse history.  The festival is also at a record breaking 75 days this year. The first day of the festival, August 31st, is the earliest the festival has ever started. Along the 11 country world showcase and future world will be over 35 marketplace kiosks serving foods from around the world as well as foods that spark innovation. And with a new festival, comes new merchandise. This year’s includes more Figment and Remy (Ratatouille) related items, as well as Brews Around the World and Taste Epcot. I got a sneak peek at some of the merchandise in late July. Let’s take a look:

The Real Magic of a MagicBand

One of my favorite things Disney invented was the MagicBand. If you don’t know what a MagicBand is, it is an all in one wristband that makes your vacation very convenient. The band is your room key, park ticket, photopass card, fastpass, dining reservation and even your charge card if you are staying in a Disney resort hotel.The MagicBand is something I love to wear, and even accessorize my outfit with when at the parks.

 

These bands are waterproof, and can be adjusted for adult and kid sizes. Coming in a variety of colors, they are free if you stay in the resort, as they are your room key. But, you can buy ones with different designs. Most of them are open edition, but there a few special edition that you can get at certain parks or during different events! And, at Disney Springs and Tomorrowland in Magic Kingdom, you can make a custom one! Here are a few I’ve loved:

Traveling to Pandora for ‘Avatar’ Merchandise

With there being exactly one month until Guests of Disney’s Animal Kingdom getting to travel to Pandora, the world of Avatar, it is only fitting that there is a sneak peek of new merchandise! These photos were just released, and the merchandise looks absolutely stunning. Guests will be able to find all of these items and more at Windtraders, the primary merchandise store in Pandora, starting May 27th.

Blog Update: Thank Yous & We’re Going To Disney World?!

It’s been ten weeks since this blog started, and I cannot believe how fast it went! I want to thank everyone who read this blog and took time to share it. I really appreciated it! This was my semester project, and I loved doing it. Each post was something that I knew most people would enjoy. And, with the semester just about over, I have decided to keep this blog going! It may not be as weekly, but I will still post once new merch is available.

And, with the blog continuing, I have a big announcement to make.

Drum roll, please…

WE’RE GOING TO DISNEY WORLD!!!!

If you have read the “about me” page, you will know I did two college programs in merchandise. A special summer alumni program was available this year, and I happened to be accepted for it for merchandise again! So Magical Merchandise with Meghan is going to be at the resort this summer! Be sure to follow the Instagram page here, as I will be posting quite frequently!

Will you be heading to the resort this summer? I’d love to meet with people who read the blog! It’s always great when I hear feedback and meet new friends that share this common interest!

Again, from the bottom of my heart, thank  you! And see you all at Walt Disney World real soon!!

Running Into Hyperspace at the 2017 RunDisney Star Wars – Dark Side Half Marathon

Stormtroopers. The Force. Darth Vader. These are things you may encounter this weekend if you’re running in the RunDisney Dark Side Challenge. This is just the second time this half marathon is being offered, but it’s proving to be very successful, with most races selling out within an hour of being open for registration. With most runners gearing up to run tomorrow, let’s take a look at some of the dark side merchandise they can try to smuggle into their luggage for their trip back to Earth:

A Handy Disney Handbag

I cannot tell you how much of an accessory person I am. Clothes and accessories are what make or break my park visits. I have to be looking cute and representing what I can while I’m out and about. And, to me, purses and handbags are my main staple. They have to serve a purpose as a statement to an outfit and also be functional. There are a few brands and bags I love, and I will share them with you: