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May Gibbs

Studio / Rights holder

Northcott & CPA

About

May Gibbs is the iconic Australian children's illustrator and author best known for her enchanting Gumnut Babies and the beloved Snugglepot and Cuddlepie stories, which have captivated generations since 1916. Her uniquely Australian bush fantasy world‚ rendered with exquisite botanical detail and whimsical character design‚ has become foundational to Australian cultural identity and remains in continuous print. The brand offers exceptional licensing breadth: from children's apparel and nursery to premium quilting fabrics, homeware, and stationery, with strong retail presence across the retail landscape in Australia.

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Highlights
Gumnut Babies and Snugglepot and Cuddlepie have never been out of print since 1916 and 1918 respectively, cementing enduring cultural resonance Australia's first female professional cartoonist whose Bib and Bub comic strip became the nation's longest-running from 1924 to 1967 Beautifully detailed botanical accuracy combined with imaginative character design appeals equally to children, crafters, and adult nostalgia consumers Recent fabric partnership with Devonstone Collection 2025 and exclusive collaborations with Pass~Port and Urban Road demonstrate continued licensing momentum Copyright bequest supports Northcott and Cerebral Palsy Alliance, enabling cause-related marketing and family-oriented brand positioning Over a century of beloved Australian cultural heritage with deep intergenerational appeal across apparel, homewares, publishing, and crafts

Recent News

Dec 2025
Australian skate brand Pass~Port drops exclusive May Gibbs collaboration capsule
Feb 2025
Devonstone Collection releases official May Gibbs premium quilting cotton and wideback fabrics
Aug 2025
May Gibbs online shop and official website refreshed with expanded content and audiobook offerings

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