Product Features

Sails to Sales

As the sea continues to exert its influence on a wider variety of giftware, the category is making a splash by differentiating into discrete nautical and coastal trends. There's something about the ocean that calms,... more »

Boom Time for Bamboo

This grass is truly green. Bamboo's biggest asset, its sustainability, has made it a darling in the green industry and wholesalers are morphing it into a variety of fun products. When Tom Sullivan first saw... more »

Eco-Choice Awards

Biannual awards event recognizing outstanding environmentally conscious products in the gift industry sees first-ever online voting participation. Twice a year, more than 2,800 companies showcase an extraordinary breadth and depth of design-driven home fashion products... more »

Fab Finds for Fall 2012

Chicken Coop for the Soul Recycled Paper Animals Eangee 785.856.2999 eangee.com In Full Bloom Flower Photo Frame a.i. paper design 800.414.1654 aipaper.com Bags for Banter Conversation Pillows Buzz Bags 336.373.1980 buzzbags.net Scandinavian Men-tality Men's Skincare... more »

Born in the USA

Today Chris Hazelwood sells in his shop the beloved American-made dishware he himself grew up using, the popular lines of Hadley Pottery of Louisville, KY. But along with helping continue a tradition for others, Hazelwood... more »

Stocking Stuffers that Sell!

Stocking stuffers are small and relatively inexpensive. The perfect impulse buys to increase your holiday sales. Which ones should you stock in your store? Who doesn't love a big stocking filled with fun little gifts?... more »

GREEN Retailer Fab Finds Fall 2012

Re-tired Chic Flat Tire Décor Made from recycled scrap tires, the Tube Tote messenger bag works for hauling tools. The Flat Tire Décor collection includes baskets, pots, and containers, suitable for home and garden use.... more »

Baby Boom

The forecast for eco-friendly juvenile products is looking up as the category matures past its infancy. Whether they're in the market for pink or blue, one thing is increasingly true: consumers are going for green... more »