Zutano and DEMDACO announce Strategic Licensing Agreement to Create Extensive Line of Zutano-Inspired Plush and Gifts

Cabot, VT - Zutano, the Vermont-based designer of children's clothing, accessories and nursery products, is excited to announce a strategic licensing agreement with DEMDACO®, the Leawood, Kansas-based design firm specializing in gift and home décor... more »

Seattle-based Compendium Wins Seven LOUIE Awards at the National Stationery Show in New York

Compendium had a winning night at the stationery industry's premier awards event, the LOUIE Awards, held in New York City on May 19, 2013. Celebrating the honor's silver anniversary, the LOUIEs recognize amazing talent and... more »

Hit the Slopes with Colonial Candle’s Vail Collection

Transform your store into a winter wonderland with the Vail line, new to the Destinations collection from national brand leader Colonial Candle. With four new resort-inspired fragrances, customers can spend the day on the slopes... more »

IMC Appoints Nicole Hoppen Consultant for Las Vegas Market Veteran Leasing Manager Focusing on Home Decor, Home Textiles

International Market Centers (IMC) announced today that veteran real estate and leasing manager Nicole Hoppen has joined the Las Vegas Market team as a consultant, effective May 28. Hoppen previously was Leasing Manager of Home... more »

Archipelago to Receive Industry Achievement Award

Gift for Life, the gift, stationery and home decor industries' leading charitable organization, announced today that Archipelago and its co-owners, Gregg Corzine and David Klass, will be honored with the Gift For Life Industry Achievement... more »

Dallas’ Sneak Peek Gives Bloggers a Behind-the-Scenes Look at Market

Dallas Market Center today announced that it will host its second bloggers' gathering, Sneak Peek: A Conversation Starter, June 21 and 22, during the Total Home & Gift Market (June 19-25, 2013) to give design... more »

NY Now’s “Sustainability” Project Showcases “Green” Products, Production and Business Practices

White Plains, NY - New resources and trends in sustainable home and lifestyle products, production and business practices will be featured through the SustainAbility: design for a better world®initiative at the summer 2013 edition of... more »

The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index Increases to Five-Year High

The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index®, which had improved in April, increased again in May. The Index now stands at 76.2 (1985=100), up from 69.0 in April. The Present Situation Index increased to 66.7 from... more »

Midwest‐CBK Introduces Major Expansion of Home Accents Line with 300+ New Designs

Midwest‐CBK, LLC, national designer and manufacturer of seasonal, everyday gifts and home accents, introduces a significantly expanded home décor line featuring 320 new designs set to debut during the summer 2013 markets. Midwest‐CBK's home décor... more »

Las Vegas Market Introduces Global Goodness Initiative

International Market Centers announced today the creation of a special "Global Goodness" awards program, which will recognize and celebrate Las Vegas Market vendors for acting in a socially responsible manner and making the world a... more »