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Stormy Vault is a designer toy store and art gallery specializing in limited-edition art toys, collectibles, and custom pieces from independent artists around the world. Based in the U.S., the store curates a selection of sofubi (soft vinyl), resin, and hand-painted figures, featuring works from well-known and emerging artists in the designer toy scene. Stormy Vault frequently collaborates with artists to release exclusive colorways and custom-painted editions of popular art toys. The store also hosts live auctions, online drops, and gallery shows, making it a hub for collectors looking for rare and unique pieces Self-produced art toys are designer collectibles created and manufactured independently by the artist or small teams without the backing of a large toy company or mass-market brand. These toys are often highly personal, artistic expressions and are usually made in limited runs. Key Characteristics include independent creation where the artist is in control of the entire process from concept, sculpting, and painting to production and packaging. These are usually made in small batches, often 10–100 pieces, which adds to their rarity, made using materials like resin, sofubi (Japanese soft vinyl), or 3D-printed components. Float Like A Butterfly, Sting Like A Bee. Inspired by Ali, FLABSLAB pays homage to the latest international trends with a passion for creativity that celebrates all things well designed. Founded by Nerf Creative, FLABSLAB is an independent multi-disciplinary platform bringing together international and notable contemporary artists and designers, trendsetters and design lovers. Big or small, general or intricate, the visual filtration and collaboration of ideas, aesthetics and life’s gratification with esteemed visionaries ignites FLABSLAB. In everything creative, iconic and innovative, FLABSLAB is the explicit manifestation of anything that inspires, intrigues and impresses us.