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Celebrity guests to speak at Dallas Total Home & Gift Market
Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, the country’s premier trade event for unique, one-of-a-kind merchandise, will feature celebrity guest speakers including Rebecca and Sharrah Robeson, Jeffrey Alan Marks, Kelli Ellis, Lori Dennis and Denise McGaha... more »
Thanksgiving weekend shopping brings big in-store and online crowds, according to NRF survey
Thanksgiving weekend shopping brings bi in-store and online crowds, according to NRF surveyHoliday shoppers were on their feet and online early over the Thanksgiving weekend as millions of people grabbed their friends and family and... more »
New online portal launched as International Greeting Card industry prepares for PG Live 2016
The organizer of PG Live 2016, Max Exhibitions, has launched a fresh new website for the dedicated greeting card trade show, taking place May 10-11 at London's Business Design Centre.The online portal, progressive greetings live,... more »
Growth in AmericasMart international temporaries reaches 100 percent
AmericasMart Atlanta’s January 2016 Market Temporaries will post 100 percent year-over-year growth in international exhibiting companies with globally sourced product presented across all 35 collections, according to JoAnn Miller Marshall, executive vice president of AmericasMart trade... more »
Chavez for Charity extends partnership with Gift for Life
Gift for Life, the gift and home industries' sole charitable organization, announced an extension of its partnership with Chavez for Charity, a leading fashion accessories company combining style with support of charitable causes. In connection with... more »
Major expansions showcase even more new product in leading Holiday & Floral/Home Décor collection
Bigger is better in the nation’s most comprehensive Holiday & Floral/Home Décor collection as leading seasonal décor and faux botanical collections significantly expand their AmericasMart Atlanta footprints in preparation for the industry’s first, largest and most... more »
Thomas Pheasant to be honored as 2016 Design Icon at Las Vegas Winter Market
Thomas Pheasant, award-winning interior designer recognized internationally for his interior designs and furniture collections, will be honored as the 2016 Design Icon during Winter Las Vegas Market, Jan. 24-28, 2016. Pheasant will share his experiences... more »
Yelp finds 64 percent of Americans plan to shop local this holiday
Yelp, the company that connects consumers with great local businesses, announced the results of a survey predicting how Americans will spend their money with independent retailers this holiday season. The survey found that 64 percent of... more »
Uglydoll and Loonacy make the perfect match
Pretty Ugly, LLC owner of the Uglydoll brand is pleased to announce its recent partnership with Looney Labs, creators of Fluxx, Just Desserts and the fast paced matching game Loonacy. "As an artist driven brand, Uglydoll... more »
Woodstock Chimes to bring charm and cheer to winter markets with Heart Charm series
Woodstock Chimes, a leading manufacturer of musically-tuned wind chimes, garden décor, and high-quality gifts, is set to delight market-goers in Atlanta, Dallas, Las Vegas, and other cities with more than 30 new products, including the... more »
At long last, YGE goes live
After logging tireless man hours, Young Gift Executives (YGE) has finally launched its website. A platform to connect, contribute and build relationships, the website hopes to generate the engagement necessary to secure a vibrant gift and... more »
Nearly sold-out Discover Design becomes new expo for 2016 International Home + Housewares Show
Design-focused exhibitors from all show categories will fill the new Discover Design Expo at the 2016 International Home + Housewares Show, March 5-8 at Chicago’s McCormick Place. Previously a category in the Dine + Décor... more »
