Originally released in 1940, this year marks the 80th anniversary of Disney’s Pinocchio. The movie is one of the very first major animated films released by the media giant, coming in only second after Snow White and the Seven Dwarves.

Despite the film being close to a century old, its legacy continues in modern times. And although characters like Pinocchio and Jiminy Cricket are still instantly recognizable to this day, the animation classic doesn’t seem to get as much merchandise as other more popular Disney films.

Luckily, Japanese home decor company Francfranc has come up with a new product line that features the beloved wooden puppet. Now fans have a way of showing their love for Pinocchio through different items that they can use in their day-to-day life.

The products include tableware, such as plates that depict colorful images of the characters and memorable scenes from the movie, and a mug of Pinocchio trapped inside a birdcage, which then lets you release him if you lift up the accompanying lid.

There’s also a glass designed with Cleo the goldfish, and a stirrer with Cleo and Figaro, the cat with a feisty personality that first appears with Geppetto in the movie.

For everyday items, there are pouches that again feature Cleo and Figaro.

There are some more slightly unusual household items too, such as a fragrance gel that’s meant to look like an aquarium and comes with LED lights. The aquarium theme can also be seen in the design of this multipurpose pouch.

Another unusual item is the Pinocchio pastel-colored bath fizzies. Bath fizzies are meant to be dropped into water to produce bubbles and scents that can help you enjoy your bath. The pink bath fizzies have a floral scent, meanwhile the yellow ones are more citrusy.

The complete Pinocchio home decor line can be seen and bought on Francfranc’s website.


By - Jen Laforteza.