Independent creative Danny Heffer on heritage highlights with the Ashmolean Museum, The Royal Entomological Society and more

“The usual method of putting a nice bit of the archive on a mug will only go so far”: Danny Heffer shares his tips for heritage brands looking to commission creative.

PAW Patrol and Bluey rollercoasters are on the way… Which other brands are ripe for rides?

From Crayola Doodle Coasters to a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Sewer Launch… Industry figures share their picks for IP well-suited to rollercoasters.

Wellness trends, kawaii domination and sausage rolls: Danny Heffer reflects on recent trade fairs

“Kawaii feels like it’s just getting started”: Independent creative Danny Heffer reports back from recent trips to London Toy Fair and Spring Fair.

Year in Review with… Freelance creative Danny Heffer

From KPop Demon Hunters to the rise of the Norman… Independent creative Danny Heffer on the highs and lows of 2025.

Talking Brands: A Miss Piggy movie is in the works… Could the famous Muppet sustain a solo licensing push?

“Licensing, moi?!”: Industry figures tell us where the iconic swine could shine in consumer products, experiences and beyond…

From floral fever to AI fears: Industry figures discuss highlights, trends and challenges of 2025 so far…

Dot Dash Design’s Paula Rich, independent creative Danny Heffer, Apparel of Laugh’s Jude Coram and Doodlebug Design’s Maria Thomas give us their half-year review.

More or Less…

We asked industry figures what they’d like to see more of from the licensing sector – and what they want less of…

Freelance creative Danny Heffer talks trade show highlights – and why heritage brands might be missing a trick…

“I think stands that create retail-like environments really work”: Danny Heffer reports back from London Toy Fair and Spring Fair.

Freelance creative Danny Heffer talks heritage brands, style guides and industry evolutions

“People watching and store visits are vital”: Danny Heffer shares his thoughts on creativity, retail and 25 years in the industry.

Talking Brands: What brands could be a great fit for the gift market?

Dynamo’s Danny Heffer, Start Licensing’s Ian Downes and Atlantic Mat’s Susan Baker share their picks of brands that could win in gifting.

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