The Licensing Letter

Gifts/Novelties

Crayola Renews TheSoul Agreement, Following Huge Boost in Consumer Engagement

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter TheSoul Publishing and Crayola are extending and expanding their licensing partnership following the significant growth of Crayola's digital consumer engagement. Building on their initial YouTube marketing campaign, the two companies will be expanding their agreement to include collaborations on social media platforms such as TikTok and … [Read more...] about Crayola Renews TheSoul Agreement, Following Huge Boost in Consumer Engagement

Jazwares and Crunchyroll Partner on Anime Collectibles

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Toymaker Jazwares is teaming up with the anime streamer Crunchyroll to develop a new anime collectibles portfolio. Jazwares is a global toy manufacturing company that creates products based on its portfolio of wholly-owned and licensed brands. Jazwares was acquired by the international holding company, Berkshire Hathaway, in 2022. The … [Read more...] about Jazwares and Crunchyroll Partner on Anime Collectibles

Crayola Adds Big Colors to Little Words Bracelets

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Little Words Project and Crayola have partnered for the second time on a bracelet collection inspired by Crayola’s Colors of Kindness product line. “Teaming up with Crayola, another mission-driven brand, is a natural fit to help us bring meaningful and exciting products and stories to life," said Little Words Project CEO, Adriana Carrig. … [Read more...] about Crayola Adds Big Colors to Little Words Bracelets

Crayola Partners With TheSoul Publishing For Social Media Programming

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Crayola has entered a licensing agreement with TheSoul Publishing for co-produced digital content on Crayola-owned social media channels. Crayola is a global art supply company that specializes in crafts, art tools, and toys for children. “We are excited to take crafting content to the next level and grow our content library with … [Read more...] about Crayola Partners With TheSoul Publishing For Social Media Programming

The London Studio Sashays Into Licensing With Flame Tree Publishing For Art of Drag

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The London Studio has partnered with Flame Tree Publishing for a licensed product collection featuring the Art of Drag. The licensing deal between the two companies was managed by KJG Ltd on behalf of The London Studio, alongside BlueSkye Licensing. "I was over the moon when Flame Tree loved the Art of Drag designs I showed them," … [Read more...] about The London Studio Sashays Into Licensing With Flame Tree Publishing For Art of Drag

Old World Christmas Kicks off 2023 with Four New Partnerships

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The holiday ornament brand Old World Christmas has secured four new licensing partnerships for its hand-made glass ornaments. The newly licensed brands include Mars Wrigley, Major League Baseball, Norman Rockwell, and Morton Salt. Each of these brands will receive a new line of hand-painted, blown-glass ornaments designed by Old World … [Read more...] about Old World Christmas Kicks off 2023 with Four New Partnerships

Moonpig and Swizzles Launch Love Hearts Themed Card Collection

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The gifting brand Moonpig has launched a range of Love Hearts cards in collaboration with their licensing partner, Swizzles. The deal for the licensed card collection was brokered by Blonde Sheep Licensing on behalf of the confectionary brand, Swizzles. The current partnership is an extension of the brand's pre-existing relationship with … [Read more...] about Moonpig and Swizzles Launch Love Hearts Themed Card Collection

Smiley x Moleskine Collection For Those Who Take Happiness Seriously

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Moleskine has released a new stationery collection that embodies the don't worry, be happy philosophy of Smiley. The exclusive box set was released as a licensed collaboration to celebrate Smiley’s 50th anniversary, and comes with feel good quotes, planners and plenty of pages to express your creativity. Smiley and Moleskin's … [Read more...] about Smiley x Moleskine Collection For Those Who Take Happiness Seriously

Precious Moments Signs New Licensees

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Precious Moments has expanded its licensing roster with the addition of four new licensees in popular product categories. The new licensees include Diamond Dotz from Needleart World, The Galway Company, Major Trading Inc., and Nu Trendz from Silicon Valley Textiles. The Precious Moments Family of Companies is best-known for its hand-painted … [Read more...] about Precious Moments Signs New Licensees