By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Teddy Mountain UK is set to release a licensed make-a-bear plush toy based on Gromit from Aardman's Wallace & Gromit franchise. Available in the UK on April 25, the upcoming Gromit plush follows last year's debut of a licensed plush toy inspired by Aardman's Shaun the Sheep character IP. “The hugely successful release of our Shaun … [Read more...] about Teddy Mountain and Aardman Launch Cracking Plush Gromit!
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Wyncor and Hasbro Announce Licensing Deal for Dungeons & Dragons Miraball™ Surprise Toys
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The new and fast-growing toy company Wyncor will be producing a new line of Dungeons & Dragons-themed Miraball Surprise toys. Wyncor says it just signed a licensing agreement with Hasbro and its Wizards of the Coast division, which owns the Dungeons & Dragons brand. The new collection is set to launch in the second quarter of … [Read more...] about Wyncor and Hasbro Announce Licensing Deal for Dungeons & Dragons Miraball™ Surprise Toys
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
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
Kids Preferred Expands 2025 Catalog with Licensed Peanuts Collection
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Kids Preferred has partnered with Peanuts Worldwide for a licensed collection that celebrates the 75th anniversary of the Peanuts franchise. “We are beyond thrilled to announce the partnership between Kids Preferred and Peanuts," said Kids Preferred president, Larry Presser. “There are very few brands in the marketplace as iconic and trusted as … [Read more...] about Kids Preferred Expands 2025 Catalog with Licensed Peanuts Collection
Spin Master Launches New Toy Line with YouTube Sensation Ms. Rachel
TLL Staff Spin Master has announced the launch of an exciting new toy collection created in partnership with Rachel Griffin-Accurso and Aron Accurso, the creators of the Ms. Rachel YouTube channel. This new line, developed in collaboration with Melissa & Doug, merges Ms. Rachel’s expertise in early childhood education with Spin Master’s innovative toy design. The … [Read more...] about Spin Master Launches New Toy Line with YouTube Sensation Ms. Rachel
Signet Jewelers’ Plush Campaign for St. Jude Children’s Hospital
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Signet Jewelers has launched their 2024 charitable plush campaign as part of an ongoing licensing partnership with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The charitable partnership between Signet Jewelers and St. Jude's tasks Signet employees to vote for the two plush designs that will be featured during the holiday campaign. Patients at St. … [Read more...] about Signet Jewelers’ Plush Campaign for St. Jude Children’s Hospital
Cloudco Secures Global Partnerships for Care Bears Plush
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Cloudco Entertainment has launched three global partnerships for Care Bears plush toys with the Simba Dickie Group, Dan Dee International and Grupo Ruz. The new licensing partners are set to bring a wide range of Care Bears-inspired plush and toy products to customers across the European Union, North America and Mexico. "We are thrilled to … [Read more...] about Cloudco Secures Global Partnerships for Care Bears Plush
New Kidazzle Company Named Master Toy Partner for Iyanu Animated Series
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Kidazzle has announced its official launch alongside its appointment as master toy licensee for Lion Forge Entertainment’s upcoming animated series, Iyanu. Under the multi-year master toy partnership, Kidazzle will be responsible manufacturing and marketing an extensive range of toys inspired by characters and settings from the Iyanu franchise. … [Read more...] about New Kidazzle Company Named Master Toy Partner for Iyanu Animated Series
LoCoco Licensing Has Oodles of Moodles to Share at Expo
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief If you're having a rough time at Expo this year, maybe drop by the LoCoco Licensing booth where you can spend some time with Moodles. LoCoco is representing the innovative emotional plush and doll line Moodles, an award-winning toy that has been strongly endorsed by parents, educators and child therapists. The toy line was formerly … [Read more...] about LoCoco Licensing Has Oodles of Moodles to Share at Expo