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17 08, 2025

A Unique Insight into Dinosaur Model Design

By |2025-08-14T14:42:44+01:00August 17th, 2025|Categories: Everything Dinosaur videos|0 Comments

At Everything Dinosaur, we collect models too. The team behind the new Evolution T. rex figure includes fellow collectors and passionate dinosaur fans. As the scientifically accurate model moves through production, let’s explore the work that brings this incredible figure to life.

We commissioned a series of videos. Award-winning digital sculptor Glen Southern (Southern GFX) demonstrates how he builds a T. rex in 3D. The design follows fossil evidence to ensure scientific accuracy. Our team developed the new Evolution T. rex figure from the bones up. It is meticulous and painstaking work. Every stage focuses on evidence, creating a realistic and authentic Tyrannosaurus rex scale model.

In this short video (YouTube short), designer and digital sculptor Glen Southern outlines how the design is brought to life.  It is his job to interpret drawings and illustrations from team members and to visualise the dinosaur in three dimensions.  Glen’s extensive knowledge of software combined with his understanding of anatomy help to create a realistic, plausible theropod figure.

To pre-order the Everything Dinosaur Evolution T. rex figure (whilst pre-order is available): The 1:33 Scale Evolution Model.

Mike from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“We were fortunate to be able to utilise Glen’s expertise and comprehensive knowledge of digital sculpting.  His passion for this project is reflected in the amazing detail that’s baked into our Tyrannosaurus rex figure.”

For other videos and YouTube shorts that document the development of this remarkable dinosaur model: Everything Dinosaur on YouTube.

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The team members behind the Everything Dinosaur Evolution T. rex figure.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Visit the customer friendly Everything Dinosaur website: Dinosaur Toys and Models.

9 08, 2025

Innovative Product Packaging for an Innovative Dinosaur Model

By |2025-08-15T06:45:56+01:00August 9th, 2025|Categories: Everything Dinosaur videos|0 Comments

The new Everything Dinosaur Evolution Tyrannosaurus rex model is not just an amazing figure, it has amazing packaging too. At Everything Dinosaur, we are passionate about improving sustainability in our industry. We want to be a more responsible manufacturer.  For example, we have developed innovative model packaging for our range of figures.

Explaining Our Plans for More Responsible Manufacturing

We commissioned videos to help explain the work we do. A key element that differentiates Everything Dinosaur Evolution is the compostable and recyclable packaging.  The tray the model is securely packed in is 100% compostable. Furthermore, the soft cloth that the T. rex is wrapped in is recyclable like other textiles.  Also, the cardboard packaging is fully recyclable.  There are no single use plastics.  We do not use plastic bags or plastic trays.

Moreover, unlike most other manufacturers, we do not use EPE foam (Expanded Polyethylene foam), in our packaging. Whilst EPE foam is technically recyclable, this plastic foam requires processing before reuse and not all recycling facilities accept it. Huge volumes of EPE foam end up in landfill.

Video credit: Everything Dinosaur

To pre-order the Everything Dinosaur Evolution T. rex figure (whilst pre-order is available): The 1:33 Scale Evolution Model.

This dinosaur model is the first museum-quality prehistoric animal figure to have a Digital Product Passport (DPP).

Sue from Everything Dinosaur explained:

“This is a digital record providing essential information on a product’s manufacturer, testing, safety, compliance and sustainability. Sometimes referred to as a “technical file” a digital product passport helps to share important information about a product and its supply chain. It will soon be mandatory for all European sales.”

The Everything Dinosaur Evolution T. rex with its innovative model packaging is leading the way.

For other videos and YouTube shorts that document the development of this remarkable dinosaur model: Everything Dinosaur on YouTube.

Take a look at the Everything Dinosaur YouTube channel and join the Evolution!

Sue is enthusiastic about the innovative model packaging.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Visit the customer friendly Everything Dinosaur website: Dinosaur Toys and Models.

29 06, 2025

The First Proof of Concept Model for the New Everything Dinosaur Evolution Range

By |2025-07-03T07:30:20+01:00June 29th, 2025|Categories: Everything Dinosaur videos|0 Comments

The journey towards the new for 2025 Everything Dinosaur Evolution T. rex model has been long.  This model range has been years in development.  Today, we take a look at an extremely important model.  The first ever proof of concept figure we produced.  This is a 3D printed figure made in collaboration with the engineering department at Liverpool John Moores University.  The Everything Dinosaur proof of concept T. rex represents a milestone for us.

This model demonstrated that we had the ability to take a two-dimensional design and to create a data file enabling us to make scientifically accurate scale models.

A small but extremely accurate figure was the start of our journey.  It demonstrated that we had proof of concept.

Recently, Mike from Everything Dinosaur made a YouTube short highlighting this remarkable figure.

Video credit: Everything Dinosaur

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The First Everything Dinosaur Proof of Concept Model

The proof of concept model was printed to demonstrate that the development processes that we had in place would work.  It provided tangible evidence that we were capable of making dinosaur models.

From this proof of concept, we were able to design and develop EDE001 the first dinosaur model in the Everything Dinosaur Evolution model range.

Introducing Everything Dinosaur Evolution.

Introducing Everything Dinosaur Evolution. A stunning range of prehistoric animal models developed by following the fossil evidence. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

To learn more about Everything Dinosaur Evolution: Everything Dinosaur Evolution.

Mike from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“Once we had successfully demonstrated proof of concept, we had the confidence to continue our development plans. Our thanks to the wonderful engineering team at Liverpool John Moores University.  Without their technical input we would never have been able to introduce our own range of prehistoric animal models.”

The award-winning Everything Dinosaur website: Prehistoric Animal Models.

4 06, 2025

Exclusive Look at the New Everything Dinosaur Evolution Teaser Trailer Video

By |2025-06-04T14:20:58+01:00June 4th, 2025|Categories: Everything Dinosaur videos|0 Comments

The Everything Dinosaur Evolution video has been launched. A special 16:9 ratio format is premiered on the Everything Dinosaur blog site.  A teaser trailer for this new range of prehistoric animal models has been posted up onto our social media platforms.  However, for our blog we wanted to provide readers with a special 16:9 ratio format version.

In this short video (55 seconds duration), we provide a brief insight into Everything Dinosaur Evolution.

Video credit: Everything Dinosaur

The Everything Dinosaur Evolution Video

Everything Dinosaur Evolution is a new range of fantastic prehistoric animal models and figures. We are following the fossil evidence to produce incredibly detailed, highly collectable scale models. This project is a collaboration between acclaimed palaeontologist Dr Dean Lomax, award-winning digital sculptor Glen Southern and renowned palaeo-reconstruction artist Bob Nicholls. Let’s change the world one dinosaur model at a time!

For more details and to join the evolution: Learn More About Everything Dinosaur Evolution.

Sue from Everything Dinosaur commented that this project was the realisation of a dream for all the team members.  The first figure to be introduced to the range would be a 1:33 scale model of Tyrannosaurus rex.

Sue added:

“We want to stay true to the science.  Each series of four figures in this new range will represent a specific geological formation.  Hell Creek is the first visited.  The first four figures made will represent dinosaurs from this famous formation.  Moreover, it is our aim to produce a community of dinosaur models for the model collecting community.”

Introducing Everything Dinosaur Evolution.

Introducing Everything Dinosaur Evolution. A stunning range of prehistoric animal models developed by following the fossil evidence. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

The Everything Dinosaur Evolution video is just one of the ways collectors can engage with this new range of figures.  For example, Everything Dinosaur want to hear from dinosaur fans what geological formation they should explore next.

Visit the Everything Dinosaur website: Dinosaur Models and Toys.

6 04, 2025

A Helpful Script for an Everything Dinosaur YouTube Short Introducing New Nanmu Studio Figures

By |2025-04-02T18:04:43+01:00April 6th, 2025|Categories: Everything Dinosaur videos|0 Comments

Recently, Everything Dinosaur created a YouTube short about the new articulated Nanmu Studio figures.  These six theropod models have numerous points of articulation.  They have been skilfully crafted, and all six figures are popular with collectors.  As a result, we wanted to highlight these models in a brief video.  The video was posted on-line earlier this week.  It was posted onto our social media pages.  In addition, we wrote a short blog post that featured the video: New Nanmu Studio Articulated Dinosaur Figures in Stock.

Nanmu Studio figures (articulated dinosaur models).

Some of the new, articulated Nanmu Studio figures that feature in the Everything Dinosaur YouTube short. Beautiful, theropod models with multiple points of articulation. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Producing a Script for the Video Subtitles

Accurate subtitles are essential when it comes to making video content more accessible. Automatic AI generated subtitles are helpful and promote inclusivity. However, the complex dinosaur names and terms featured in our videos often lead to errors in the automatic subtitles. We at Everything Dinosaur recognise we make videos for a diverse audience. We want to be as inclusive as possible. By providing accurate and meaningful subtitles, we can help those viewers who are hard of hearing or deaf to fully engage with our content.

So, we manually created our own subtitles for this YouTube short.

Here it is:

Hi, Everything Dinosaur here.

There has been a trend recently in dinosaur model collecting for the production of articulated prehistoric animal figures.

Do you want to look at some of the latest?

Such as….

This one here.

Stick around we’ll tell you more.

There is a pause in the video at this point permitting a transition to more footage of the Nanmu Studio figures.

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Articulated Nanmu Studio Figures

The subtitles script went onto highlight individual models:

These are the Nanmu Studio articulated dinosaur figures.

The V-rex Dark Moon Queen has an incredible 28 points of articulation.

Here’s the first “raptor” Tiger Blade and next to it, the stunning Carnotaurus Ranger Red Two Horns figure.

Then, we have the second “raptor” Shadow Blade with the second Carnotaurus Broken Horn Demon.

All stunning Nanmu figures.

Beautiful Nanmu Studio articulated dinosaur figures available from Everything Dinosaur: Nanmu Studio Figures.

Producing precise and accurate subtitles helps. It is about eliminating barriers. Additionally, subtitles can assist our social media followers and customers who do not have English as a first language. They may find it easier to understand the narrative if it is provided in written form.

Mike from Everything Dinosaur stated:

“Precise and well-written subtitles can foster inclusivity. Furthermore, it is about respecting diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Subtitles help all viewers connect with our videos. For us, it is about promoting a sense of community and belonging. Ultimately, quality subtitles enrich the viewer’s experience and demonstrate our commitment to equality.”

Visit the Everything Dinosaur website: Prehistoric Animal Models and Figures.

2 04, 2025

New Nanmu Studio Articulated Dinosaur Models in Stock

By |2025-04-02T13:34:56+01:00April 2nd, 2025|Categories: Everything Dinosaur videos|0 Comments

The six, new Nanmu Studio articulated dinosaurs are now in stock at Everything Dinosaur. There are two “raptors” as well as Carnotaurus Ranger and V-rex.  The V-rex figure is the Studio’s version of the Hollywood creation Vastatosaurus.  This is a tyrannosaur that featured in the 2005 film remake of “King Kong”.  Vastatosaurus is thought to be a descendant of the Late Cretaceous tyrannosaurs like T. rex.  Thanks to these articulated figures, model collectors can make their own stop-motion Vastatosaurus movies!

Nanmu Studio Articulated Dinosaurs

On the subject of movies, Everything Dinosaur has made a YouTube short to celebrate the arrival of these figures.  Our sixty second video highlights the product packaging and shows the two Velociraptors and the two V-rex figures.  In addition, the Carnotaurus pair (Broken Horn Demon and Red Two Horns) are featured.  Sixty seconds to highlight six new, articulated dinosaur figures.  Between these models there are one hundred and fifty-four points of articulation!

Video credit: Everything Dinosaur

To view the range of Nanmu Studio figures in stock: Nanmu Studio Dinosaur Models.

Mike from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“These are fantastic, articulated dinosaur models.  We have been busy sorting out orders for customers.  However, we wanted to produce a short video highlighting these figures and the colourful artwork on the packaging.”

Ranger Carnotaurus, “Raptors” and a Pair of V-rex

Nanmu Studio have chosen to produce articulated theropod figures.  Each model has multiple articulation points.  For example, the “raptors” Tiger Blade and Shadow Blade have twenty-three points of articulation each.  In contrast, the Vastatosaurus figures have a whopping twenty-eight points of articulation.

Nanmu Studio articulated dinosaurs.

The pair of articulated Vastatosaurus figures from Nanmu Studio. Dark Moon Queen (reddish colour) is in the foreground. The model entitled Scarface Black is in the background. Two beautiful, articulated Nanmu Studio figures.

The two Carnotaurus Ranger figures have twenty-one points of articulation.  One model is entitled “Red Two Horns”, the second darker figure is named “Broken Horn Demon”.  This figure has a battle-damaged horn on its head.

The two Nanmu Studio Carnotaurus Ranger models (Broken Horn Demon and Red Two Horns).

The two articulated Nanmu Studio Carnotaurus Ranger models (Broken Horn Demon and Red Two Horns).

Mike added:

“The Carnotaurus Ranger Broken Horn Demon has a broken left horn.  In contrast, the other figure has both horns intact.  These models are the same sculpt.  However, they have different paint schemes.  For example, the darker Carnotaurus has amazing green eyes.”

Visit the award-winning Everything Dinosaur website: Dinosaur Models and Toys.

16 03, 2025

Seven Amazing CollectA Prehistoric Animal Models

By |2025-03-16T20:50:41+00:00March 16th, 2025|Categories: Everything Dinosaur videos|0 Comments

CollectA are introducing seven new prehistoric animal models this year (2025).  Six of these figures are scale models.  The exception is the CollectA Age of Dinosaurs Furcatoceratops model.  At Everything Dinosaur, we enjoy highlighting new figures.  We have made a YouTube short highlighting these new CollectA prehistoric animal models.  In sixty seconds, we outline what is coming in and when it is likely to be in stock.

Seven, new for 2025 CollectA prehistoric animal models.

The seven, new for 2025 CollectA prehistoric animal models. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

To view the range of CollectA Deluxe models in stock: CollectA Deluxe Prehistoric Animal Models.

The not-to-scale range of CollectA prehistoric animal models: CollectA Age of Dinosaurs Prehistoric Life Range.

We have produced a YouTube short to celebrate these seven amazing CollectA prehistoric animal figures.  We congratulate CollectA for introducing such an eclectic group of figures. After all, these figures span a vast track of deep time.  There is the Jaekelopterus (J. rhenaniae) from the Devonian, as well as the Giant Short-faced bear (Arctodus simus) which lived during the Pleistocene.

Video credit: Everything Dinosaur

CollectA Prehistoric Animal Models for 2025

Here is the list of new CollectA figures:

  • The Age of Dinosaurs Popular Furcatoceratops model.
  • A CollectA Deluxe 1:20 scale Giant Short-faced bear.
  • 1:40 scale Ingentia prima (sauropod).
  • A wonderful 1:20 scale replica of the giant eurypterid Jaekelopterus (J. rhenaniae).
  • The 1:40 scale Maip macrothorax (giant megaraptorid).
  • A 1:20 scale “terror bird” – Phorusrhacos.
  • 1:40 scale Gallimimus figure.

Mike from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“We had fun making the YouTube short.  The video is just under sixty seconds long.  That’s not long when it comes to discussing these new CollectA prehistoric animal models.  A picture speaks a thousand words.  So, hopefully, the visuals will help collectors and give them an opportunity for an early view of these new models.”

The Everything Dinosaur YouTube channel: Everything Dinosaur on YouTube.

Visit the award-winning Everything Dinosaur website: Dinosaur Models and Toys.

19 01, 2025

How to Assemble the Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex Cream Figures

By |2025-01-19T22:03:45+00:00January 19th, 2025|Categories: Everything Dinosaur videos|0 Comments

Dinosaur model collectors and fans of Rebor figures have been contacting Everything Dinosaur.  We have been emailed with dinosaur fans seeking advice on assembling the tail.  The Rebor T. rex Cream models have been beautifully crafted.  However, inserting the tail into the body can be a bit tricky.  It can take considerable force.  If you are careless, you might damage those small T. rex arms.  Not to worry, we have put together a short, five-minute YouTube video that provides advice.  Furthermore, we demonstrate how to insert the tail.  In addition, we show how the arms can be positioned for display.

Video credit: Everything Dinosaur

To view the range of Rebor figures in stock at Everything Dinosaur: Rebor Models and Figures.

Assembling the Rebor T. rex Cream Figures – A Video Guide

Our video lasts a little over five minutes.  It includes our top tips for assembling the Rebor Cream “Mountain” and “Skull Walker” models. Inserting the tail and posing the arms without any fuss.

Video Contents:

0:00 – Introduction.
0:43 – Subscribe!
0:54 – Unpacking your figure.
1:38 – Inserting the Tail.
3:01 – Apply some Heat!
3:39 – Moving the Arms.
4:18 – Where to Buy?
4:39 – “Skull Walker” or “Mountain” which figure do you prefer?

To visit the Everything Dinosaur YouTube channel: Dinosaur and Prehistoric Animal Model Videos.

Mike the narrator of the video commented:

“We hope this video helps.  As well as showing how to assemble the Rebor T. rex Cream models, we demonstrate that these figures can stand on a flat surface unaided.  However, we recommend that collectors use the transparent display stand that is supplied with these models.”

Rebor T. rex Cream "Skull Walker" figure.

The Rebor T. rex Cream “Skull Walker” figure can stand on a flat surface without the transparent support stand. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

“Skull Walker” or “Mountain” Which Model do you Prefer?

Towards the end of our video, we pose a question.  Which is your favourite Cream figure?  Are you a fan of the “Skull Walker” model or do you like the “Mountain” variant?

Whichever figure you prefer, when it comes to Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex models there are plenty of exciting figures to choose from.

Visit the award-winning Everything Dinosaur website: Dinosaur Figures and Toys.

16 01, 2025

Helpful Advice on Assembling the New Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex Cream Figures.

By |2025-01-19T15:35:36+00:00January 16th, 2025|Categories: Everything Dinosaur videos|0 Comments

The fantastic Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex Cream “Mountain” and “Skull Walkers” have arrived. Struggling to insert the tail piece? Our next video will demonstrate how to assemble your Rebor figure. It will be up soon! The next Everything Dinosaur YouTube video will provide advice on how to assemble these amazing Rebor replicas.

Assembling the Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex Cream figures.

Everything Dinosaur’s next YouTube video will provide a guide to assembling the new Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Cream” figures. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Visit the Everything Dinosaur YouTube channel for more helpful videos: Everything Dinosaur on YouTube.

These beautiful 1:35 scale theropod figures require assembling. The tail must be inserted into the body. In addition, the moveable arms can be stiff and difficult to move, we demonstrate how to set up these models.

Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex Cream “Mountain” and “Skull Walker”

The figures measure an impressive forty-two centimetres in length. The head height is around fifteen centimetres.  Each model has an articulated lower jaw and moveable arms.  In addition, the figures have flexible tails. They are supplied with a clear, plastic support stand.

How to assemble the Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex Cream figures.

The video will demonstrate how to insert the tail, adjust the jaw if necessary and to ease the moveable arms into place. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

To view the range of Rebor figures in stock: Rebor Models and Figures.

Mike from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“It can be a struggle to insert the tail.  We demonstrate how to do this without too much effort. In addition, we show how to ease the forelimbs of this detailed figure into place.”

The award-winning Everything Dinosaur website: Dinosaur Models and Toys.

7 12, 2024

A New YouTube Short Highlights New Dinosaur Models

By |2024-12-08T05:24:58+00:00December 7th, 2024|Categories: Everything Dinosaur videos|0 Comments

This week, two new Wild Safari Prehistoric World models arrived at Everything Dinosaur. The Wild Safari Prehistoric World Therizinosaurus and Saltasaurus are in stock.  It is great to see these new figures arrive at our warehouse and to celebrate their arrival we got creative and produced a short video. In our YouTube short we briefly introduce the figures with Mike and Sue each highlighting a model.

Video credit: Everything Dinosaur

The short video was posted up on the company’s social media pages.  In addition, it was posted onto Everything Dinosaur’s YouTube channel.

To visit the YouTube channel of Everything Dinosaur: Everything Dinosaur on YouTube.

Wild Safari Prehistoric World Models

The Wild Safari Prehistoric World range of models is manufactured by Safari Ltd.  It is extremely popular.  However, in the past, this company had two, main ranges of prehistoric animal figures.  Alongside their own figures, models approved by the Carnegie Museum of Natural History were also made. First marketed in 1988, the Carnegie Collectibles range featured a number of iconic dinosaur figures. In addition, this range included many dinosaurs that had only recently been scientifically described. For example, a Concavenator model was introduced in 2013, just three years after the formal scientific description.

Concavenator dinosaur model.

Carnegie Collectibles Concavenator dinosaur model.  This figure was introduced in 2013.  It was one of the last dinosaur models to be added to the Carnegie Collectibles series. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

After twenty-eight years of partnership and collaboration, it was decided to move on and to terminate the Carnegie Collectibles. As a result, the Wild Safari Prehistoric World range became the mainstay of the company’s prehistoric animal model production efforts. Since then, Safari Ltd have regularly introduced new dinosaur models.

To read a blog post from 2015 about the ending of the Carnegie Collectibles model range: End of the Line for Carnegie Collectibles.

Therizinosaurus and Saltasaurus

The Therizinosaurus and Saltasaurus figures discussed in the YouTube short are new sculpts.  However, Safari Ltd have produced a replica of Saltasaurus before.  There was a Saltasaurus model in the Carnegie Collectibles range, and in 2012 we reviewed it.

Everything Dinosaur’s review of the Carnegie Collectibles Saltasaurus model: The Carnegie Collectibles Saltasaurus Model is Reviewed.

We look forward to hearing what dinosaur model fans think of the new Therizinosaurus and Saltasaurus figures.  Furthermore, we would welcome any comments about the new Saltasaurus and how it compares to the Carnegie Collectibles Saltasaurus.

Saltasaurus dinosaur model

“Reptile from Salta Province”.  The Carnegie Collectibles Saltasaurus dinosaur model.

Picture credit: Safari Ltd

To view the range of Wild Safari Prehistoric World figures in stock at Everything Dinosaur: Safari Ltd. Wild Safari Prehistoric World Figures.

Mike from Everything Dinosaur explained that the Saltasaurus and Therizinosaurus models will join the Estemmenosuchus and Kentrosaurus models that arrived earlier this year.

In addition, he added:

“Safari Ltd are already working on several new figures.  We will do what we can to bring new for 2025 models into stock quickly.”

Visit the award-winning Everything Dinosaur website: Dinosaur Models and Toys.

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