Product Features

Focus On: Stationery

Carlson Craft Floral lace gets even more romantic when it's printed in your choice of ink or foil color on this black shimmer wedding invitation. Children of the Inner Light Marci shares her philosophy for living... more »

Fashion Forward

There are a number of reasons why consumers are drawn to gift shops to buy apparel and accessories. Unlike big-box stores, the fashion and accessories on display in gift shops are not likely to be... more »

Trendmakers

Each year, the spring issue of Stationery Trends brings you the results of current trending favorites in all things stationery. The Trendys — now in its seventh year — celebrates designers and manufacturers in seven... more »

The Individual Insignia

In an age where mass-produced goods... more »

Living the Organic Lifestyle

For some period of time, a clean way of life has been at the forefront of a lot of people’s lives. What starts out with exercise, a healthy diet and routine yoga classes eventually snowballs... more »

Never Grow Up

Amidst the plethora of children’s products that are introduced into the juvenile industry in a given year, arguably the favorites are the hidden gems found by grandmas and papas who spend countless hours, weeks and... more »

And the Bride Wore…

It finally happened. The day every girl has been dreaming about for as long as she can remember, and it was everything she had hoped for — the love of her life got down on... more »

Products with Purpose

Acacia Creations Maura Kroh, owner Mission: “The mission of Acacia Creations has always been to improve lives in a long-lasting, sustainable way. The company goes beyond fair trade by creating jobs, providing training and giving back to... more »

Distinctly American

Creating his products in a workshop off of a dirt road in Embden, Maine, LeHay believes American consumers have started to have their fill of throwaway items. “They are moving back to a lifestyle that... more »

Hungering For Handmade

A “Made in the USA” label is a powerful marketing tool these days. Boasting an item is handmade or handcrafted, and it becomes even more attractive to the consumer. Perception Research Services (PRS)... more »