Gift Shop Plus Summer 2021

Hot Finds By Debbie Eisele

In this year of unknowns, it is exciting to see new gift and home product lines launching. Vaccinations and the easing of travel restrictions have retailers more willing to make the trip to attend trade shows in person. And for those who aren’t traveling, digital marketplaces and virtual showrooms allow buyers to shop new products from their homes.

IN-PERSON EVENTS

In terms of in-person markets, first up is Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, followed by Atlanta Market, LA Mart, Minneapolis Mart, NY NOW and Las Vegas Market.

Atlanta Market’s summer 2021 edition indicates a post-pandemic rebound. “Buyers and sellers are preparing for a strong market as industry recovery continues and business approaches pre-pandemic levels,” said Bob Maricich, CEO for International Market Centers.

Las Vegas Market is positioned as the West Coast’s last major sourcing opportunity for 2021. “There’s an industry-wide need for product and Las Vegas Market is prepared to help meet that demand,” said Maricich. “April Market was an important first step towards business recovery for the western states, and we look forward to continued progress by connecting buyers and suppliers again this August.”

DIGITAL EVENTS

Digital offerings this summer include Juniper Market, Faire, Brandwise, SHOPPE ON and NY NOW Digital Market Week.

No matter how orders are placed this summer, there are many new and exciting products to discover. Here is a preview of some new introductions.

Beaded Round Localized Wall Art

Sincere Surroundings

Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, Atlanta Market, Las Vegas Market

Bold New Cards by Carol Avalaris

Leanin’ Tree

Las Vegas Market

Minis and Base Pieces

nora fleming

Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, Atlanta Market, Las Vegas Market

Goodness Grows Planter with Journal Gift Set

DEMDACO

Atlanta Market, Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, Las Vegas Market

Fidgit Stix

Wikki Stix

Hope Floats Greeting Card

Cardthartic

Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, Las Vegas Market

Tiffany Field of Lilies Expandable Luminaries

Modgy

Atlanta Market, NY NOW, Las Vegas Market

The Nutcracker a Holiday Collection

Casafina

Atlanta Market, NY NOW, Las Vegas Market

Leopard Planner

Callie Danielle

Atlanta Market

Dip & Veggie Ceramic Platter & Bowl

Totalee Gift

Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, Atlanta Market, Las Vegas Market, Minneapolis Mart

Confetti Lite Greenhouse with Cardinals

Roman

Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, Atlanta Market, Las Vegas Market

Modern Artists Jigsaw Puzzle

Unemployed Philosophers Guild

Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, Atlanta Market, Minneapolis Mart

Blue & White Shore Birds

Willow Street Designs by dei

Atlanta Market, Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, Las Vegas Market

Paddleboard Card

Cardthartic

Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, Las Vegas Market

VeroPop Collection by Italianavera

Zia Pia Imports + Italian Kitchen

Las Vegas Market

Jason Naylor Pride Calendar and Monthly Planner

The Lang Companies

Atlanta Market