By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The licensed product manufacturer Trends International has acquired the ecommerce platforms Art.com and Allposters.com. Founded in 1998, Art and its sister website Allposters are direct-to-consumer, online retail platforms that specialize in art and décor products. Art’s content library contains over two million images that can be … [Read more...] about Trends International Makes Key Acquisition in Art Licensing
Canada
Corus Debuts New Kids Series Based on Property Brothers
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Corus Entertainment is debuting a new, animated childrens' series inspired by the Property Brothers home improvement franchise. The original 3D-animated series, Builder Brothers Dream Factory, will feature child characters inspired by the reality TV hosts Drew and Jonathan Scott, also known as the Property Brothers. Drew and Jonathan … [Read more...] about Corus Debuts New Kids Series Based on Property Brothers
Unicorn Academy: Spin Master Unveils Its Latest Entertainment and Toy Franchise
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Spin Master has announced a new multiplatform children's franchise called Unicorn Academy, which will debut with a Netflix-original animated series. Spin Master is a global children's entertainment company that specializes in creating toys, entertainment content, and digital games. With distribution in over 100 countries, Spin Master … [Read more...] about Unicorn Academy: Spin Master Unveils Its Latest Entertainment and Toy Franchise
Corus Entertainment: Big Changes Coming to Children’s Programming in Canada
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Canadian media giant Corus Entertainment just announced it is rolling out major changes to its children's entertainment platforms. Those changes should positively impact those working in the licensing of content or entertainment characters, as Corus expands its reach in both streaming and linear TV. Corus is also a major partner of Warner … [Read more...] about Corus Entertainment: Big Changes Coming to Children’s Programming in Canada
Fred Rogers Secures First Licensees for Donkey Hodie
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Fred Rogers Productions and Licensing Street have secured several consumer products partnerships for the Donkey Hodie childrens' entertainment franchise. The first licensed collections scheduled for release include sleepwear from Komar, apparel from Mad Engine, costumes from Rubies and a range of toys and plush from Jada Toys. As the … [Read more...] about Fred Rogers Secures First Licensees for Donkey Hodie
Barney is Back in Purple Hued Nelvana x Mattel Partnership
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Mattel has announced plans to revitalize the Barney childrens' franchise with a wide range of new content and licensed consumer products. The Barney relaunch includes an updated animated series that will be co-produced by Nelvana Enterprises and Mattel Television. Nelvana is an entertainment company that specializes in producing and … [Read more...] about Barney is Back in Purple Hued Nelvana x Mattel Partnership
The BAGuette: Panera’s Purse for Fashionistas and Foodies
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief I don't know about you, but whenever I'm at Fashion Week, I always wish I could pull a Green Goddess Caprese Melt sandwich out of my purse, and just chow down. Well, that dream has become a reality. The sandwich chain Panera has just launched a new purse cleverly called The BAGuette which is perfectly sized to house it's new Toasted … [Read more...] about The BAGuette: Panera’s Purse for Fashionistas and Foodies
Hugely Successful Paw Patrol Spawns Spin-off Show
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Spin Master and Corus Entertainment have announced the premiere of a licensed PAW Patrol spin-off series called Rubble & Crew. The new series, produced by Spin Master Entertainment, follows the adventures of Rubble, a well-known character from the original PAW Patrol series, and his construction family as they work together on … [Read more...] about Hugely Successful Paw Patrol Spawns Spin-off Show
WildBrain CPLG To Rep Petronix Defenders in North America
WildBrain CPLG has been granted representation rights for the new superhero adventure series, Petronix Defenders, in the United States and Canada. The brand licensing agency, under its North American office, will build a cross-category consumer product program aimed at kids aged 4-8, which will include categories such as publishing, apparel, and role-play … [Read more...] about WildBrain CPLG To Rep Petronix Defenders in North America
North American Toy Revenue Flatlined in 2022
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief A report from NPD Group shows growth in the North American toy sector has stalled, after two record breaking years. “After three record-breaking years for the toy industry, 2022 was a challenging year. U.S. consumers were forced to endure significant economic headwinds stemming from inflation and adverse macroeconomic factors,” said … [Read more...] about North American Toy Revenue Flatlined in 2022