"The Matlocks" - Custom Thimblestump Hollow figures by JonPaul Kaiser

UK-based toy-designer/customizer Jon-Paul Kaiser has unveiled an entire “family” of customs on his Instagram - utilizing “Thimblestump Hollow” mini figures (originally designed by Chris Ryniak & Amanda Louise Spayd and produced by Cardboard Spaceship Toys), with these being commissioned customs. A total of 10 figures were completed, and you can scroll down to read about their originals, regaled by JPK himself too!

“The Matlocks” needs to be made into a mini-series (in stop-motion or animation) with equal parts “The Addams Family”, “Twin Peaks” and daytime soaps, for that excessive OOMPH and AAAAHHHH!

Check out more of JPK’s work on www.jonpaulkaiser.com and Instagram @jonpaulkaiser.

This week I'll be posting up a project I very recently completed, piece by piece. I was commissioned to paint the entire Thimblestump Hollow series. The original series of figures was designed by @chrisryniak & @amandalouisespayd and produced by @cbspaceship The series represents the Matlock family, former aristocrats who have set out West across the rugged wilderness towards their new homestead at Scarlet Ridge. The family are accompanied by the few staff who stayed loyal to the family and are determined to make this venture work for all of them. The patriarch other the household is Papa Matlock; a string, staunch but naive man. His confidence and bluster mask his fears in front of the family. #handpainted #jpk #custom #jonpaulkaiser #thimblestumphollow #ryniak #spayd #victoriana #scarletridge #homesteaders

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Lady Matlock, the wife and somewhat unwilling travel partner of Papa Matlock as their family and staff head across country to their new home at Scarlet Ridge. Part 2 of the Thimblestump Hollow custom set. The original figures were designed by @amandalouisespayd and @chrisryniak and produced by @cbspaceship #jpk #handpainted #custom #jonpaulkaiser #ryniak #spayd #thimblestumphollow #scarletridge

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Cousin Glenn, not a member of the Matlock clan, nor even an actual cousin. A younger member of the old Manor house staff who is following his old employers on their quest and settlement at Scarlet Ridge. Part 3 of the Thimblestump Hollow custom series, using the figures designed by @chrisryniak and @amandalouisespayd and produced by @cbspaceship #jpk #handpainted #custom #jonpaulkaiser #workwear #thimblestumphollow #ryniak #spayd #scarletridge

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Lady Beatrice Matlock, youngest daughter of Papa Matlock and easily the least agreeable member of the expedition group. Maintaining her gowns and immaculate hair across dusty plains and dank forest paths. Part 4 of the Thimblestump Hollow custom series. The original figures were designed by @amandalouisespayd & @chrisryniak and produced by @cbspaceship #jpk #handpainted #custom #jonpaulkaiser #thimblestumphollow #ryniak #spayd #scarletridge #homesteaders #victoriana #marioncotillardeyes

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Hubert Matlock, the only son of the dynasty. Self-proclaimed poet, businessman and genius. His greedy scheming and low wit are the main reasons the family lost the estate and had to sell the manor house to move west. Lessons not learned he eyes up the opportunities available to him at Scarlet Ridge. Part 5 of the Thimblestump Hollow custom series. The original figures were designed by @chrisryniak & @amandalouisespayd and were produced by @cbspaceship #jpk #custom #jonpaulkaiser #handpainted #scarletridge #homesteaders #victoriana #fop #thimblestumphollow #ryniak #spayd

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Gertrude Matlock, eldest daughter of the Matlocks. Her slight appearance and satin gowns hide a strong heart and a formidable character. It was Gertrude and her hidden revolver who drove away the brigands when they ambushed the family above the sandstone hills leading to Scarlet Ridge. Part 6 of the Thimblestump Hollow custom series. The original figures were designed by @amandalouisespayd & @chrisryniak and were produced by @cbspaceship #jpk #handpainted #custom #jonpaulkaiser #thimblestumphollow #ryniak #spayd #scarletridge #homesteaders #victoriana #satinballgown @batwings

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Barghest the Pup. Too young to be a steed and lacking the strength yet to pull the wagons, Barghest races along the trail, scouting ahead and returning for fuss and morsels of food. His innocent demeanor masks a fierce loyalty to the Matlock family. Part 7 of the Thimblestump Hollow custom series. The original figures were designed by @chrisryniak & @amandalouisespayd and were produced by @cbspaceship #jpk #handpainted #custom #jonpaulkaiser #ryniak #spayd #victoriana #scarletridge #homesteaders #thimblestumphollow

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Veronica Matlock. The quiet one, fiercely intelligent, well-read and one of the unsung heroes of the family. It was Veronica who negotiated the purchase of Scarlet Ridge and raised the funds for the wagons for the trek westward. Part 8 of the Thimblestump Hollow custom series. The original figures were designed by @amandalouisespayd & @chrisryniak and were produced by @cbspaceship #jpk #handpainted #custom #jonpaulkaiser #scarletridge #homesteaders #ryniak #spayd

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Gustav Jaeger on his trusty steed Mächtig. Gustav was the head huntsman for the Matlock family? As well as the pack-master. Still loyal to the Matlock family he accompanies them on their trek West along with Mächtig, a fully grown Shuck and sire of Barghest. Keeping them safe with an ever-watchful eye, especially on two of the daughters... Parts 9 & 10 of the Thimblestump Hollow custom series. The original figures were designed by @chrisryniak & @amandalouisespayd and were produced by @cbspaceship #jpk #handpainted #custom #jonpaulkaiser #scarletridge #homesteaders #victoriana #ryniak #spayd

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