There is nothing worse than the feeling of excitement to disappointment. Back in 2021, I felt this when I purchased Smurfette with Flower. I do not doubt that I wasn’t the only one who felt like this.
The first pictures of Smurfette with Flower made her look beautiful, standing underneath a flower. It’s like she was using the flower as an umbrella. Soft paint colours also complemented Smurfette.
However, when I finally received Smurfette with Flower, I couldn’t believe Schleich would not have noticed their error. Typically, the stem of the flower is not flush at the bottom with Smurfette’s feet as it protrudes a few millimetres further. As a result, Smurfette cannot stand up and can only be displayed if supported by something else.
Let’s hope Schleich can find a a solution to this flaw because Smurfette with Flower is such a pretty figurine.
What do you think of Smurfette with Flower? Like? Dislike? Let me know in the comments
Schleich has released six new Smurfs for 2021 once again made in Romania. The theme of each new Smurf is nothing new but I like them. In some cases, it is nice to see a remake on certain Smurfs. I understand some collectors won’t agree though coming up with new ideas for the Smurfs would be no easy task.
#20827 Vanity Smurf with mirror
Schleich hasn’t changed the concept of this Smurf for over the last fifty years. A Smurf is admiring himself in a mirror. However, this one is slightly different to past versions because of the pink flower on his white hat.
#20828 Smurfette with Flower
Sadly this one had so much potential but it failed for the simple fact that it cannot stand up on its own. A cute looking Smurfette is standing a big lavender coloured flower. Let’s hope Schleich remake this, so it doesn’t fall over because it’s quite pretty.
#20829 Good Luck Smurf
This Smurf may look familour to those that purchased the 2020 Smurf with a Sign. Actually on closer inspection you will see that they share the same markings. One could say that the makers were short of ideas when making this Smurf. It’s pleasant enough but not amazing.
#20830 Baby Smurf
Schleich has always had a fascination with Baby Smurfs. Eversince 1984 Baby Smurfs have been a feature with a new one being created regularly. I like this one, especially with the hand covering over it’s mouth and the rattle beside him. One can only imagine why is Baby Smurf looking so guilty.
#20831 Chef Smurf
The appeal of cooking is a global thing, one only has to see how many cooking shows are on television. It has been a while since Schleich has made a Chef Smurf. Like the other Smurfs from 2021, this one is going to make a pleasant birthday present for someone. If anything, a little bit more colour on this Smurf would have been good. For example a little colour representing some food or sauce on his apron would have been a nice touch.
#20832 Handy
Another option for a birthday present, Handy Smurf will appeal to many. It is little unclear what trade is Handy Smurf representing but that’s when the imagination can come into play. All we need now are some new mushroom cottages to complement Handy.
In my opinion, I like the Schleich 2021 Smurfs as they have given a fresh lease of life to some of the more popular Smurfs from the past. The 2020 Smurfs looked a little tired and weird but I cannot say that about the 2021 Smurfs. With a little bit of tweaking of the design and colour the Schleich 2021 Smurf may just surprise you.
Photos shared online this week has given us the first look at the 2021 Smurfs. Up until now all we knew was that there would be six new Smurfs with a classic theme. There has been a mixed response from those online which is not surprising.
I am always aware that Smurfs in my collection were not created to be items of display that they have been for me. They were created for children to play with. Though it is disappointing to see Good Luck Smurf looks like Smurf with Sign #20823 from 2020, but I will be still keen to purchase them all. In short, I can’t wait to get my hands on them!
In conclusion, it really doesn’t matter what others think of the 2021 Smurfs but what do you think?
