Feb 7, 2018
Rocky Mountain Gift Show highlights seven ‘outstanding new exhibitors’

Temporary exhibitor booths sold out for the combined Rocky Mountain Gift Show and Denver Apparel & Accessory Market. New exhibitors account for almost 20% of the show plus an array of new lines represented in permanent showrooms, buyers will have a great selection to choose from. With so many new products, we asked our show liaison with 20 years of industry experience to do some research. Here are Karla’s top seven picks for outstanding new exhibitors:

Badass Babe – (Booth X412) Jewelry created from spent-round ammunition, handcrafted with as many made-in-the-USA parts as possible. Also shirts, lip balm and other great items! Products for men and women who wish to make a statement! Badass Babe donates 5% of gross sales to the NW Montana Veterans Stand Down & Food Pantry in Kalispell, Montana.

Colorado Crème – (Booth X327) All natural crèmes, lotions, lip balms and body mousse handcrafted in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Specially formulated for sensitive skin with 100% natural ingredients and essential oils, no perfumes or irritating chemicals.

Culture Shock Designs – (Booth X227) Handcrafted collections by Tibetan artisans including jewelry, handbags, belts, and gift items. All products are eco-friendly. This company creates livelihoods for Tibetan artisans living in India and honors children’s rights. Unbelievable color combinations. Check out their gorgeous handbags.

Good Work(s) Make A Difference – (Booth X808) Specializing in inspirational bracelets, made of metal or leather, and other gift items. One of the fastest growing socially conscious fashion accessory brands in the market. Good Work(s) contributes 25% of their net proceeds to charitable organizations. Beautiful, expressive pieces!

Koru Street – (Booth X803) Offering a variety of ecofriendly items fashioned from discarded materials. Check out their “Klikety Klik” gift boxes, made from simple plastic bottles and paper napkins, turned in to bright boxes, perfect for gift giving, flower arrangements, and are waterproof! Koru Street items are fair trade, created by organizations around the world that help to provide sustainable employment.

McCrea’s Candies – (Booth X523) Delicious, award-winning caramels handcrafted with premium, all natural ingredients. Wrapped up in beautifully designed, environmentally friendly packaging. These unique caramels are sure to satisfy with luxurious flavors including; Black Lava Sea Salt, Dark Roasted Mocha, Single Malt Scotch, Deep Chocolate, Tapped Maple, Rosemary Truffle Sea Salt, Ginger Fusion and more. McCrea’s Candies also offers customized client gifts with your logo or message.

Raven Productions, Inc. – (Booth X610) Books for children and adults, note cards and journals. Based in Ely, Minnesota, their mission is to encourage children and grown-ups to explore, enjoy and protect the natural world and share experiences with one another through storytelling, writing and art. Check out “At the Cabin,” one of their finest children’s books.

GIFT SHOWROOMS: Feb. 21-26, 2018

MART TEMPORARIES: Feb. 22-26, 2018

EXPO TEMPORARIES: Feb. 23-26, 2018

APPAREL SHOWROOMS: Feb. 23-26, 2018

For more information about the February Rocky Mountain Gift Show visit: www.rockymountaingiftshow.com.




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