By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Lego Group has literally created a work of art in its latest brick set, in partnership with the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. Lego has just unveiled its new Vincent Van Gogh - Sunflowers Set as part of the company's Lego Art collection. Created in close collaboration with the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, the set allows users to create … [Read more...] about Lego’s Vincent Van Gogh Set Turns You Into a Master Artist
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Toon2Tango and Schleich Launch Eldrador Creatures Partnership
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Toon2Tango has signed an agreement with Schleich to develop and produce multi-platform entertainment content based on its Eldrador Creatures brand. First launched by Schleich in 2019, Eldrador Creatures is a toy figurine brand that features ferocious magical creatures from five different fantasy worlds. The narrative of Eldrador … [Read more...] about Toon2Tango and Schleich Launch Eldrador Creatures Partnership
New Hot Wheels Formula 1 Collection Crosses the Finish Line at Nuremberg
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Mattel, Inc. will unveil new additions to its Hot Wheels Formula 1 collection at the upcoming Nuremberg International Toy Fair. The new line is being issued following the success Mattel and Formula 1 enjoyed with the first collection in 2024, and includes a range of collectible cars and race track sets, offering fans an opportunity … [Read more...] about New Hot Wheels Formula 1 Collection Crosses the Finish Line at Nuremberg
Teddy Mountain Introduces Sustainable ECO Origins Plush Line
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Teddy Mountain has just launched a line of sustainable plush products under its new ECO Origins banner. The line is not only sustainable in terms of the materials used, but also carries important messages about local conservation and environmental sustainability. Florida-based Teddy Mountain is a massive wholesale supplier of DIY plush … [Read more...] about Teddy Mountain Introduces Sustainable ECO Origins Plush Line
Hasbro Partners with Marine Toys for Tots to Bring Holiday Joy to Children
TLL Staff Hasbro and Marine Toys for Tots are teaming up once again to bring holiday cheer to children in need. Together, they aim to support 11 million children this season and invite everyone to join their mission by donating at www.toysfortots.org/support-us. “At Hasbro, giving back to our local and global communities has been an integral part of our business since our … [Read more...] about Hasbro Partners with Marine Toys for Tots to Bring Holiday Joy to Children
Toikido and Eolo Sign Long-Term Toy Partnership
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Toikido and Eolo have signed a multi-year partnership to create licensed toy collections for Toikido’s portfolio of entertainment IP. “This partnership with Toikido is a dream come true for us at Eolo," said Eolo founder, Alex Prieto. "Their bold and imaginative approach to IP development is a perfect fit for our expertise in crafting … [Read more...] about Toikido and Eolo Sign Long-Term Toy Partnership
Who’s News: People of Play Welcomes Shannon Swindle as New Director
TLL Staff People of Play (POP), a division of The Toy Association, has named Shannon Swindle as its new Director. POP says Swindle brings deep experience and a passion for the toy and game industry to the role. Previously, Swindle served as Inventor Relations Manager for Games at Moose Toys. There, she successfully licensed 18 games over the past two years, including … [Read more...] about Who’s News: People of Play Welcomes Shannon Swindle as New Director
Sky Castle Toys and Jazwares Partner on Sticki Rolls Brand Expansion
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sky Castle Toys has signed a multi-year partnership with Jazwares to expand its Sticki Rolls brand across North America and Europe. “Jazwares is an ideal partner for Sticki Rolls, with its proven track record of scaling collectible toy brands and its strong global distribution network,” said Sky Castle Toys president, Josh Loerzel. … [Read more...] about Sky Castle Toys and Jazwares Partner on Sticki Rolls Brand Expansion
Angry Mom Sues Mattel For Porn Link on Wicked Doll Package
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Toymaker Mattel was sued this week by a mother for mistakenly putting a link to a porn site on the packaging for its Wicked line of dolls. The inclusion of the link was clearly an honest error on the part of Mattel, as the link for the Wicked Movie (wickedmovie.com) was very similar to that of the porn site. However, South Carolina mom … [Read more...] about Angry Mom Sues Mattel For Porn Link on Wicked Doll Package
Teddy Mountain and Encantos Bring Canticos Plush Toys to Life
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The global DIY plush toy producer Teddy Mountain has partnered with Encantos Media Studios to launch plush toys inspired by the pre-school series Canticos. Canticos is a bilingual preschool series celebrating Latino culture through Spanish-language nursery rhymes like Los Pollitos and Sol Solecito. Featuring adorable characters like … [Read more...] about Teddy Mountain and Encantos Bring Canticos Plush Toys to Life