There’s clever, there’s well-observed, and then there’s this a fearless and inventive way of crafting packaging for fan-made Star Wars props that honour the original action figures of the 1970’s and by doing so creates something very special indeed. Watch as Van Oaks Props not only creates the props themselves, but designs and prints packaging for them that looks like they slipped through a wormhole direct from 1978.
In this build, I recreate the magic of the vintage Star Wars toy aisle by turning my replica Star Wars props into Kenner-style action figure displays. Using original 1970s and 80s packaging references, custom Photoshop templates, chipboard card backs, and vacuum-formed blisters, I design and assemble retro action figure packaging for obscure Star Wars props like screen-used comlinks and accessories. This project blends prop making, graphic design, and custom toy packaging to create display-ready pieces that feel right at home on a peg hook. If you’re a Star Wars fan, collector, prop maker, or custom toy builder who loves vintage Star Wars nostalgia, this one’s for you.
