1980 Italian Magazine "Sorrisi e Canzoni TV"

On December 19, 1980, Snow White returned to cinemas in Italy. To commemorate the occasion, issue no. 52 of the Italian magazine, Sorrisi e Canzoni TV (Smiles and Songs TV), included an 8-page spread with photos and info on the film. The characters were also pictured on the cover with the text, Buone Feste Con Biancaneve (Happy Holidays with Snow White).

Special thanks to Nunziante Valoroso for sharing these images from his collection.

1994-2000 Disneyland Candlelight Pin Set

This Snow White eight-pin set was issued in 2000 to commemorate the 1994-2000 Christmas Candlelight Processions at Disneyland. One dwarf for each of the seven years, plus a banner logo pin. Limited edition (size unknown).

1937 Snow White Holiday Banner

A large 1937 Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Christmas banner for display in cinemas or department stores. Imprint in lower left corner reads, "By Permission Walt Disney - Mickey Mouse Ltd." Made of paper. Issued in two pieces and meant to be combined. Measures 20" x 79.75".

Info and image via Hakes.

1960s Seven Dwarfs Italian Xmas Comic

I Sette Nani e l'incantesimo di Natale (The Seven Dwarfs and the Christmas Spell) was a holiday-themed comic book issued in Italy on December 20, 1964. Published by Mondadori in the Albi della Rosa series, no. 528. Written by Gian Giacomo Dalmasso. Art by Giuseppe Perego. Total pages 52 (story 37). Price ₤50.

Synopsis: The Queen employs the help of the Seven Evil Dwarfs (yes, there are evil dwarfs in Italian comics). They go after Snow White's son (yes, she has a son; his name is Glauco and he first appeared in a 1939 comic, Biancaneve e il mago basilisco by Nino Pagot). They lure Glauco out of the castle where they transform him into a Christmas tree. The good Seven Dwarfs arrive on the scene. The evil ones try to do them in, along with Snow White, by causing an avalanche. The princess uses her body to protect the little Christmas tree. With this act of motherly love, her son's life is miraculously restored. The story ends when the Queen turns the Evil Dwarfs into crows. They then attack her.

The scene where Glauco is turned into a tree.

Special thanks to Nunziante Valoroso for the scans and his generous assistance with this post.

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This story was actually a reprint of a comic that was published four years earlier in the December 1, 1960 issue of Walt Disney Almanacco Topolino (Mickey Mouse Almanac). Albi D'oro no. 48. Total pages 68 (story 28). Price ₤100.

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The Seven Dwarfs (along with Thumper) appeared on another cover of Walt Disney Almanacco Topolino. January 1960, no. 37. They were not, however, included in the comic stories inside.

The cover artwork of the Seven Dwarfs with Thumper was traced from the original, which was first published in the US in the February 1958 issue of Silly Symphonies, Dell no. 8 (see earlier post).

1967 Disney Character Decals by Jesco

A Jesco booklet of Disney character decals copyrighted 1967. Published in Paris. Product reference no. S-255/2. The front cover features a Snow White Christmas dinner scene created by Disney illustrator Wolfgang Schafer. Includes four pages of decals with instructions on back cover.

Image scans courtesy of Nunziante Valoroso.

Snow White 80th Anniversary Window Displays - Saks Fifth Avenue

To celebrate the 80th anniversary of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Saks Fifth Avenue in New York dedicated their Christmas window displays to this special occasion. The animated scenes include a new 3D layering technology that uses original artwork from the film within each diorama. Fourteen windows in all.

Inside the Magic did a fantastic job of capturing the displays on video and in stills.

Video and stills copyright insidethemagic.net.

The window displays launched with a live-streamed event on November 20, 2017. It included a light show, costumed cast members, and a singing performance by Sofia Carson. The light show and window displays will be available for viewing until Jan. 2, 2018.

Breakfast at Saks is also available and includes a visit from Snow White, the Prince, and Dopey. $100/person.

In an earlier Archive entry, see the 2017 Saks Fifth Avenue Snow White doll.

2017 'Snow White' Cast Member Holiday Pin

A hinged Snow White apple pin was made available at in November 2017. Theme Parks Cast Exclusive. Limited edition of 1000. Retail $9.95. Text inside reads, "Happy Holidays 2017".

Images courtesy of drj1828.

2017 Grumpy Holiday Tee & Accesories

"Light on Cheer" Grumpy t-shirt. Appeared online at Disney Store in September 2017. Material: 50% cotton, 50% polyester. Retail $22.95.

Item No. 5620045532159M.

In November, this pair of Grumpy socks was listed online. Comes inside clear plastic Mickey icon head ornament. Opens in half and snaps together. Retail $9.95.

Item No. 2721047482281M.

Matching Cufflinks. Enameled metal cloisonné. Set of two. Retail $65.95.

Item No. 3227057020293P .

2017 Saks Fifth Avenue Snow White Doll

At the start of the holiday season later this November, Saks Fifth Avenue will be celebrating Snow White's 80th anniversary with themed light and window displays (see them in a future post). To kick things off, they released a "Once Upon a Holiday" Snow White vinyl doll. Height: 17" (listed at 18.75"). Limited edition 1000. Retail $370. Issued in select store locations October 26, 2017; online October 27 (sold out by end of day).

Stock images copyright Saks/Disney.

Additional images courtesy of drj1828.

Doll collector, drj1828, did a comparison of the Saks doll with earlier releases that share similar design elements. 

Original shipping carton.