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The home and gift industry creates Lifeline to support feeding America’s natural disaster relief efforts
The U.S. gift and home furnishings industry is responding to the essential needs of people affected by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma and the California wildfires with LIFELINE, a national program to fund food and water... more »
Redesigned floor plan, new Artisan Alley headline Winter 2018 Seattle Gift Show
The Seattle Gift Show returns to the Washington State Convention Center, January 20-23, 2018 – bringing new discoveries to a redesigned floor plan. Shining an even stronger spotlight on the show’s popular Makers’ Market, Urban Craft Uprising Pavilion,... more »
Pet industry set to meet all under one roof at 14th annual Global Pet Expo
Who: The American Pet Products Association (APPA) and Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA) present the premier industry event, Global Pet Expo. When: March 21-23, 2018 Wednesday and Thursday: 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. New Products Showcase... more »
You’ll fit right in at WWIN
Attracting apparel retailers from throughout the USA and 29 foreign countries who come to discover its all-category selection, Womenswear In Nevada (WWIN) once again returns to the Rio Hotel & Casino for its February 12-15, 2018 edition. As Las... more »
Rocky Mountain Gift Show announces 2018 dates for February, August
The Rocky Mountain Gift Show and Denver Apparel & Accessory Market combine twice per year for the region’s premier wholesale buying event. Recognized as the regional leader in lodge and resort souvenirs, Native American jewelry and... more »
September retail sales up after hurricanes increase demand for building supplies
Retail sales in September increased 0.5 percent over August on a seasonally adjusted basis and were up 3.2 percent year-over-year unadjusted, according to calculations released today by the National Retail Federation. The numbers exclude automobiles, gasoline... more »
L’OCCITANE launches limited edition Shea Butter Trios for Fall 2017 in collaboration with Rifle Paper Co.
L’OCCITANE introduces two Shea Butter Trio Sets in collaboration with Rifle Paper Co. and their creative director and celebrated illustrator Anna Bond. Through the whimsical world of color and art of Rifle Paper Co., L’OCCITANE... more »
Focus On: Bath & Body
K. Hall Designs’ Triple Milled Bar Soap in Water Lily... more »
New Artisan Alley to debut at winter 2018 Philadelphia, Seattle Gift Shows
In an effort to connect even more artisans with retailers seeking one-of-a-kind designs and other unique finds at its regional gift shows, Urban Expositions will launch Artisan Alley at the Winter 2018 Philadelphia Gift Show (January 5-8) and... more »
Mohawk and The Opalka Gallery announce a fall exhibition: Paper is Part of the Picture: Strathmore Paper and the Evolution of American Graphic Design
Mohawk, North America’s largest privately-owned manufacturer of fine papers, envelopes and specialty materials for commercial and digital printing announce the opening of Paper is Part of the Picture: Strathmore Paper and the Evolution of American Graphic... more »
The world gathers in Atlanta for AmericasMart January 2018 Market
When the global buying community convenes at AmericasMart Atlanta beginning January 9, The Atlanta International Gift and Home Furnishings Market sets the 2018 wholesale trading year in motion with the world’s single-largest product mix fueling business growth in the... more »
Chicago Toy & Game Group now accepting submissions for 11th annual Young Inventor Challenge at ChiTAG 2017
Last Year’s Winner, Ship of Treasures, Soon to be Available at Target Video Entry and Remote Participation Available in 2017 Registration is now open for the 11th Annual Young Inventor Challenge (YIC) through October 28, 2017. Held annually as... more »
