Product Features

Meet the Maker: Chocolates by Grimaldi

In recent years, gourmet food has been skyrocketing in the gift industry. From sauces and jams to flavor-specific sweets, gastronomy is the new black. Over in Grand Haven, Michigan, Chocolates by Grimaldi is a fine... more »

Time for Toddlers

What comes to mind when you think of the word “toddlers?” Probably chaos, personality, a little bit of tomfoolery and total cuteness overload. There’s an overwhelming sense of amusement when it comes to these crazy... more »

Pumpkin, Spice and All Things Nice

As much as fall is a time for family, it too is a time for eating and drinking (and repeating) with friends. And while the mere mention of the season is enough to stir a... more »

Tasting Menu

You’ve probably already noticed it in your Instagram and Facebook feeds; the fancy doughnuts, gourmet cakes, melt-in-your-mouth cookies, and the exciting ice cream combos all point to one thing: food is big. It’s also a... more »

Meet the Maker: Son of a Sailor

It takes real heart and soul to be in the pet industry. From leashes and grooming supplies to all the tricks and tips to keep your pet healthy, these companies understand that it takes a... more »

Meet the Maker: Harry Barker

It takes real heart and soul to be in the pet industry. From leashes and grooming supplies to all the tricks and tips to keep your pet healthy, these companies understand that it takes a... more »

The Power of Focal Points in Store Design

Brick-and-mortar stores have one prominent competitive advantage over the quick-click sale. They have the capacity to engage and direct customers through thoughtful and expressive displays. Understanding the influence of powerful environments and designing a focal... more »

Products with Purpose

Love Your Melon Zachary Quinn, President www.loveyourmelon.com Company mission: Love Your Melon is an apparel brand dedicated to giving a hat to every child battling cancer as well as supporting nonprofit organizations who lead the fight... more »

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This year’s outlook is just peachy.The Pantone Color Institute named Peach Fuzz (PANTONE 13-1023) its 2024 Color of the Year, and the hue is already permeating retail. Here we present the latest products adorned in the peachy hue, as well as four complementary hues selected by Pantone for 2024. Read the Spring 2024 Trend Report here: giftshopmag.com/article/spring-2024-trend-report-peach-fuzz-and-its-supporting-cast/📸: Photo courtesy of Mud Pie. ... See MoreSee Less
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