Re: sale of arts and crafts decorated with licensed characters or logos

Subject: Re: Re: sale of arts and crafts decorated with licensed characters or logos

Comments:
: : I sell hand-decorated clothing items at flea markets. I cut out designs from fabric, make them into patches, and applique them to the clothing. Occasionally if fabric is not available, I purchase articles of clothing which have been printed with characters or logos, cut the designs out, and use them as appliques to decorate other clothing. Is it legal to sell items that have been decorated with character appliques cut from licensed trademarked fabric or clothing items which have been purchased retail? I was under the impression that because I purchased the licensed fabric retail, whatever I do with it falls under "secondary market", so sale of it is legal. : Dear Marie, : Without taking ANY professional responsibility for this answer, my guess is that what you do sound all right. Lawyers stay in business because there is usually more than way to look at a legal situation. : M. Arthur Auslander : Auslander & Thomas-Intellectual Property Law Since 1909 : 505 Eighth Avenue, New York, NY 10018 : 212-594-6900, fax 212-244-0028, aus@auslander.com : ELAINE's Workshop™ : E arly L egal A dvice I s N ot E xpensive™

Optional Link URL:
Link Title:
Optional Image URL:

Do not disclose any details of any trademark or any facts relating to your circumstances. See a lawyer.
Before you post a message you must agree to the Terms of Use.