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Nominations open for 2025 Spotlight Awards

Gift Shop® Plus and Stationery Trends have officially opened nominations for the 2025 Gift + Stationery Spotlight Awards. We invite you to participate in the Gift + Stationery Spotlight Awards by nominating outstanding individuals who... more »

Gift for Life presents ‘Party with Peter’ in Atlanta this July

Gift for Life, the gift and home industry’s longest-running, volunteer-led charitable organization, will host an evening of celebration and philanthropy at "Party with Peter," a 70 ½ birthday wine tasting fundraiser benefiting World Central Kitchen,... more »

Retail sales jump in May 2024 after April slowdown

Retail sales jumped significantly in May, showing strong increases both month over month and year over year, according to the National Retail Federation (NRF). “Consumers have clearly retained their ability to spend and are driving... more »

Las Vegas Market unveils programming for summer 2024

Las Vegas Market announces a full slate of programming designed to round out summer sourcing with live seminars, including five CEU-eligible courses, community-focused parties and elevated amenities at the July 28–Aug. 1 market at World... more »

Papersalt, Broken Top Brands launch candle collection

With summer shows around the corner, Papersalt will debut the latest addition to its growing brand of gifts, books and stationery items — a clean, cocktail-scented candle collection, inspired by their retro Pop Life! line.... more »

OneCoast partners with new brand Questionables

OneCoast, an omnichannel wholesale sales and marketing company, established a partnership with Questionables. This partnership marks a strategic expansion for OneCoast, aiming to further enhance... more »

Aurora World acquires Mary Meyer

Aurora World, a global brand in gift plush and plush toys, acquired Mary Meyer, an established, branded plush toy company specializing in baby, general and seasonal plush products. This strategic move not only aims to... more »

Abbott celebrates 75 years

Abbott, a wholesaler in the home décor and giftware industry, is celebrating its 75th anniversary. From its beginnings, this family-run business has grown to become a trusted supplier for retailers across Canada and the U.S.... more »

She Said It collaborates with The Blue Angels

She Said It, a mother-daughter owned stationery company based in Milwaukee, launched a new product collaboration with the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, The Blue Angels. She Said It stationery products, including greeting cards, stickers,... more »

Casual Market Atlanta adds 100+ temporary exhibitors

Casual and outdoor furnishings brands will have more than 100 temporary exhibitors confirmed for the second annual Summer Casual Market Atlanta, running July 15-18 at AmericasMart Atlanta. "Casual Market’s temporary exhibits showcase a dynamic collection... more »