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New layout for The Gardens debuts at AmericasMart January 2018 Market
It’s a new season for The Gardens at AmericasMart Atlanta and change is in the air. The nation’s largest collection of casual furniture, accessories, holiday and innovative garden gift merchandise takes on a new look for January... more »
Nation’s largest Creative Co-Op showroom to open at AmericasMart
Creative Co-Op is reimagining the showroom buying experience in a spectacular 28,000-square-foot AmericasMart space that will set the bar for new product resources with inspirational presentations, new categories and a dedicated events space for networking,... more »
Brand Keys 2017 holiday shopping survey finds increase in consumer spend doubles YOY
A robust stock market and high levels of consumer confidence have coalesced to double the increase in anticipated 2017 holiday spending over 2016. “Generally good economic news has consumers signaling a 4% increase in their... more »
Demdaco introduces artist Sharon Nowlan’s pebble art collection
DEMDACO, the Leawood, Kansas-based wholesale distribution firm specializing in gift and home décor products, is delighted to partner with fine artist Sharon Nowlan in debuting The Sharon Nowlan Collection to the gift industry. This collection... more »
The Halloween & Party Expo announces 2018 retailer education
An all-new and redesigned retailer education program has been announced by the Halloween & Party Expo for the 2018 event (January 12-15, 2018 at the Ernest Morial Convention Center in New Orleans). This marks the third... more »
Compendium extends UK distribution with WIDDOP and Co.
Compendium, the company behind New York Times best-seller “What Do You Do With an Idea?” and other inspirational gift products, announced their partnership with WIDDOP and Co. to expand distribution to the United Kingdom. This... more »
Northern Lights celebrates 40th anniversary in Atlanta
Northern Lights will be hosting a birthday party bash at the America’sMart Atlanta, January 9-16. Cake and drinks will be served January 9-13 from 4 to 6 p.m. daily in the Northern Lights showroom, #1308. Festivities will include new and... more »
Temporary exhibitors expanding at Las Vegas Market
Las Vegas Market announced that a significant increase in temporary exhibit leasing will fill three Pavilions with some 500+ gift and home décor exhibitors at the Winter 2018 Las Vegas Market, January 28-February 1, 2018. The... more »
Maxine Burton recognized in the University of Georgia, College of Education Insider publication
In 2017, Maxine Burton, president and founder of burton + BURTON, was recognized in the University of Georgia, College of Education Insider publication. She obtained her bachelor of science in elementary education and master’s degree... more »
Discover the extraordinary at Las Vegas Market
“Discover the Extraordinary” at Las Vegas Market — the nation’s fastest growing gift and home décor market and the leading furniture marketplace in the western U.S. Las Vegas Market offers an extraordinary showcase of innovative, trending... more »
NSS Paper Clips for October
I hope your 4th quarter is off to a great start! For many in our industry, this is the busiest season of the year – with lots of holiday product now being shipped to retailers,... more »
Your Guide to Bespoke Invitations
...From Westchester Magazine As ‘unique’ becomes the buzzword for wedding planning, brides and grooms think about ways to personalize everything from the wedding feast to the first dance song. The key to setting the tone... more »
