Some Blues & Reds

The inventory and shipping shortages of 2021 will prove to be a cautionary tale for everyone in 2022. Retailers can get a jump on holiday merchandise with careful planning and an eye for the hot... more »

Toysmith hosts virtual event in February

Toysmith will stream its first annual Joy Fair, a virtual trade show event, Feb. 7-10 at 12:00 p.m. EST each day. Toysmith is a toy and gift distributor in the U.S. Joy Fair provides retail... more »

Spielwarenmesse cancels physical show, offers digital platform

The toy industry has been looking forward to the industry's toy event for the sector at the beginning of February. The rapid growth of the Omicron variant in recent days, however, and the resultant increasing... more »

Early Holiday 2022 Preview

With a record fourth quarter wrapping up, retail holiday sales are predicted to repeat next year. The inventory and shipping shortages of 2021 will prove to be a cautionary tale for everyone in 2022. Retailers... more »

IndieMe hosts 5th Virtual Expo

IndieMe Marketplace, LLC, an online marketplace for retailers to source handmade American and Canadian artist-made craft, announced that it will hosts its 5th Virtual Expo, Feb. 2-8, 2022. The IndieMe Marketplace has over 24 years... more »

Comfy Cozy

With a record fourth quarter wrapping up, retail holiday sales are predicted to repeat next year. The inventory and shipping shortages of 2021 will prove to be a cautionary tale for everyone in 2022. Retailers... more »

IMC invests in women-owned businesses through acquisition of Dough

International Market Centers (IMC) announced the acquisition of Dough, an e-commerce platform focused on empowering women-owned businesses. This strategic investment will be the first in a series of initiatives designed to emphasize and support values-based... more »

NY NOW implements strict health and safety guidelines

NY NOW announced strict guidelines in its health and safety protocols for its Winter Market at the Javits Center in New York City. With the health, safety, and support of its community of small businesses... more »

C.R. Gibson Signature partners with Kailo Chic for January shows

C.R. Gibson, a gift and decorative products maker, launches its partnership with Kailo Chic. Founded by Kara Witten, Kailo Chic rethinks what traditional holiday décor should be and brings bold colors and patterns into the... more »

The Gathering Space

The kitchen is THE place to gather and it also plays an important role in all of life’s everyday and celebratory events, both large and small. Trends this year are focusing on a few key... more »