Nearly everyone has a soft spot in their hearts for Disney characters, possibly because we associate them with happy childhood memories of watching Saturday morning cartoons in our pajamas on a day off from school. We also cherish those memories because they are most likely some of the first comedic stories that we remember from our childhoods. The slapstick humor, fantastical yet believable story lines, and the stunning artwork are what make Disney characters so memorable.

Now as an adult, you can continue your love of all things Disney by starting or building a collection of Disney figurines. There are several beautiful Disney figurine models from which to choose, and they are valued in fine collectible circles.

Disney collectibles are one of several popular figurine lines. There are many themes for Disney figurines, so that you have a great deal of choice in picking out those that are your favorites. You can select from baseball, fairies, Irish, John Deere and sports themes, or choose a Disney figurine that commemorates a family member, such as your daughter or granddaughter.

For those who enjoy Mickey Mouse as well as baseball, you cannot go wrong with a Home Run Hero Mickey figure. Produced in conjunction with Major League Baseball, these figurines, which start at just under thirty dollars, feature the Championship New York Yankee's logo on hats as well as a replicated Yankee uniforms that Mickey wears.

The most widely admired Disney cartoon fairy is Tinkerbell. You will find several Disney collectibles that feature her beautiful countenance and clothing. There are figurines of Tinkerbell seated on a diamond, on a sugar and spice shaker, on a glorious flower or magical mushroom, or posing by a mirror. Tink's image has also been captured in clear art glass, in the Reflection of Tinker Bell figurine collection, the figurines of which are hand-numbered and come with certificates of authenticity, which adds to their value.

Tinkerbell also spills over into Disney's Irish line of collectibles; one figurine in their Irish Luck collection depicts her lying on top of a green pot of gold.

For those who enjoy farm motifs in their collectibles, Disney has teamed with John Deere tractors to craft a figurine that you will like. Mickey Mouse is seated on a bright green John Deere tractor model, with the brand's distinctive bright yellow wheels. Mickey wears a blue pair of overalls with a yellow shirt and cap.

To see these and other Disney figurines, you can visit an online fine collectibles dealer.