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mccalls pattern copyright
We have a 1987 Mccalls pattern for a toy which we would like to make & sell - is the copyright still valid?
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Copyright lasts for life of the author, plus 70 years. That is, unless the droit-de-suite is initiated and the copyright sold on to another party as a resale right. This is assuming you're in the UK.
Your question suggests to me the pattern is like a fabric design, perhaps? I'm unsure of what exactly the item or design is- you may find that it was a functioning trademark, which may last indefinitely.
Alternatively, you may have meant a 'patent' for a toy? This would be a whole different game.
Assuming the pattern was copyrightable in the first instance, I really don't suggest you make, distribute or in any way duplicate it- it's not worth the potential hassle. Let us know what the pattern is, and I'm sure someone will be around to help you further...
Your question suggests to me the pattern is like a fabric design, perhaps? I'm unsure of what exactly the item or design is- you may find that it was a functioning trademark, which may last indefinitely.
Alternatively, you may have meant a 'patent' for a toy? This would be a whole different game.
Assuming the pattern was copyrightable in the first instance, I really don't suggest you make, distribute or in any way duplicate it- it's not worth the potential hassle. Let us know what the pattern is, and I'm sure someone will be around to help you further...
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