gift industry

Gift for Life raises record funds for 30th anniversary

Gift for Life, the gift and home industries’ sole charity, marked its 30th anniversary by raising more money than ever for charitable causes. The total of $160,495 raised was through 15 fundraising campaigns held during... more »

Myriam Barker Schneider, gift industry professional, passes away

Myriam Barker Schneider, a well-known gift industry professional and a resident New York City passed away peacefully in her home, Monday, Aug. 1, 2022. She was a young 69 years old. Growing up, Myriam had... more »

Beadworx moves production to Haiti

Extol Accessories Ltd continues its humanitarian efforts and has acquired Beadworx and moved its production to Haiti. Extol Accessories is a family owned business that has provided jobs, education and emergency shelter to Haitian individuals... more »

Gift for Life honors Anne McGilvray at Party for Life

Gift for Life, the gift and home industries’ sole charitable organization, shares that Anne McGilvray, founder of the eponymous sales agency, will be honored during the 28th annual Party for Life. The event will take place... more »

Legal Corner: Trade Dress

What is Trade Dress? Trade dress is a form of intellectual property that is categorized under trademark law. Trade dress was originally defined as the way a product was packaged. Think of the little blue... more »

Nashville Wraps offers new services

Nashville Wraps, a full-service retail, gift, and gourmet packaging company, now offers digital printing services. Nashville Wraps introduced this service, which provides minimum orders of only 25 pieces, and full-color capabilities, to assist clients in... more »

Wild & Wolf has new partnership with Draper James

Gifting manufacturer Wild & Wolf has a new partnership with Draper James, Reese Witherspoon’s charming Southern inspired lifestyle brand. Under Reese Witherspoon’s direction, the new collection of gifts, drinkware and stationery accessories launched on March 15,... more »

Social Connections

What's trending in Gift Shop's #modernretailer community online and on social media Here are a few of our current faves on Instagram. Add them to your feed for design, style and retail inspiration. Teramasu Handmade... more »