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Trademarks are one of the most asked questions I get on the Cutting for Business blog. To make the trademark information easier to find on the blog – here it is all in one place!
General knowledge:
- Understanding Licenses on Cutting Files, Designs, and Fonts
- Why doesn’t Etsy Remove Trademark Violations?
- Trademark Infringements & Alternatives for Silhouette Cameo and Cricut Crafters
- What is the Trademark Official Gazette?
- Does a Disclaimer Protect You From Copyright or Trademark Issues?
- Tutorial: How to Search the US Patent & Trademark Office TESS Database
- International Trademark Info for Silhouette & Cricut Crafters
- Who Owns the Rights to Custom Made Designs
- Cricut’s Angel Policy for Licensed Images in Design Space
Articles related to specific companies or products:
- Can I Sell Handmade Disney items?
- Trademarks: Can You Sell NFL Items Made with Your Silhouette Cameo?
- Trademarks: Collegiate School Licensing in Your Silhouette Business
- Greek Licensing in Your Silhouette or Cricut Business
- Trademarks: Straight Outta Shirts and Your Silhouette or Cricut Business
- Trademarks: Military Licensing in Your Silhouette Cameo Business
- Can you Create Products for Direct Sales Reps?
- Are Bible Verses Copyrighted or Trademarked?
- Trademarks: Can I make and sell personalized Starbucks cups?
- Are ‘Keep Calm’ Sayings Trademarked?
Crafter to crafter issues:
- Copying Another Crafter’s Design versus Getting Inspiration
- How to Deal with Copycats in Your Craft Business
- Help Stop Image Theft Between Crafters
Remember, while you may see other crafters selling trademarked products – the consequences can be life changing. I mean, who has a larger legal team: You or a major corporation? Instead, I’d recommend you focus on something different and unique in your own small business.
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Since 2015, Christine Schinagl has been helping crafters start and run craft businesses through her blog, Cutting for Business. As a Silhouette and Cricut crafter herself, she has a unique take on what works and what doesn’t work in the craft business world. She also enjoys teaching other crafters how to create digital SVG designs, available at through the Design with Me series.