Jun 12, 2008

Romanian glass artists to make SFIGF debut

WHITE PLAINS, NY — Twelve handcrafted glass companies from Romania, under the auspices of the Romanian Ministry of Trade, will make their San Francisco International Gift Fair debut this summer. Exhibiting within the Fair’s Handmade division, the Romanian National Pavilion will feature quality producers of glassware, glass and crystal containers, decorative accessories and art glass products including vases, lamps, tableware and kitchenware, July 26-29, 2008, at the Moscone Center.

“We are confident that the Romanian glass companies participating in the prestigious San Francisco International Gift Fair will benefit fully from this opportunity, gaining visibility in the market with positive business results,” said Costin Lianu, general director, Romanian Ministry of Trade.

“We are delighted that the Romanian Ministry of Trade has chosen the San Francisco International Gift Fair as a venue for presenting this fine group of glass artisans to the American gift market,” said Aubin Wilson, show manager. “The Gift Fair’s Handmade division is a prominent section of the show, providing a focused area for buyers seeking distinctive handcrafted products.”

A complete list of companies participating in the Romanian National Pavilion is attached; product photos are available on request. The industry’s hallmark of design, craftsmanship, artisanry and original applications, Handmade features a juried collection of accomplished international and domestic makers and artisans.

Handmade’s juried participants display unique, handcrafted pieces in all media and across categories including functional and decorative accessories, tabletop, ceramics, textiles, home decor, jewelry, apparel and an array of other unique craft objects.

The next edition of the SFIGF will run July 26-29 at The Moscone Center. The Fair will feature some 1,200 exhibitors in 17 divisions, including Accent on Design, At Home, Cash & Carry, Details, Distinctive Lines, FoodFocus, GardenStyle, General Gift, Handmade, The Jewelry Vaultsm, Just KidStuff, The Museum Source, Personal Accessories, PetStyle, Stationery & Trend, Village Arts and The Vintage Collection.

The SFIGF is managed and produced by GLM, a dmg world media business, in cooperation with Gift at 888 Brannan (formerly The Giftcenter & Jewelrymart). For exhibitor information contact GLM, by telephone at 213-362-5640. For attendee information, contact GLM Customer Relations at 800-272-SHOW (7469) or 603-665-7524; e-mail: customer_relations@glmshows.com. Additional information and registration are available online at www.sfigf.com.