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HOLLYWOOD – The HUB, a newly-formed division at The Jim Henson Company responsible for licensing products for third party properties, has signed on with Kamibashi Corporation based in Asheville, N.C. to act as an exclusive licensing agent for The String Doll Gang, a band of kooky characters in the form of handmade string figures, each with his or her own special power that is always positive and helpful.
The String Doll Gang has been growing steadily since its North American debut in May 2005, to now include over 50 unique characters. The HUB, led by Melissa Segal, senior vice president of global consumer products, will be securing licensees for The String Doll Gang for larger scale dolls, apparel, accessories, home furnishings, stationary, gifts, crafts, personal care, publishing, and video games.