makers & suppliers

Canadian gift and home suppliers open new permanent showrooms SHOW T.O.

A collective of Canada's suppliers of home and gift merchandise are working together to open permanent showrooms at the International Centre, 6900 Airport Rd., Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. What will collectively be known as SHOW T.O.... more »

U.S. Federal Court rules in favor of artist Christopher Radko over name dispute

Artist Christopher Radko faced down a preliminary injunction challenging the fair use of his name with regards to the launch of his new line of original ornaments. The U.S Federal Court in New York denied... more »

Aurora World donates plush products to children and families in Ukraine

When there are opportunities to spread joy and comfort to those in need, we all should take a step forward to lend a helping hand. “Aurora World’s initial mission from the start has always been... more »

Burton + BURTON hosts Ballooniversity 2022

In celebration of its 40th Anniversary, burton + BURTON will host Ballooniversity in Athens, Georgia, Aug. 10–13, 2022. The event is held every five years and provides opportunities to learn from the best in the... more »

Toysmith partners with Yoobi to help kids in need

Toysmith announced an exclusive agreement to distribute Yoobi school supplies and stationery products to its thousands of North American retail and e-commerce partners across all sales channels in the U.S. and Canada. Toysmith will introduce... more »

Gift For Life shares Fine Lines raises more than $11,000

Gift for Life announced that a January fundraiser spearheaded by Matthew Katzenson, CEO of Fine Lines sales agency and Gift For Life immediate past chair, raised $11,000+ for World Central Kitchen (WCK). “I have been... more »

All Around Inspiration

For Brits who found themselves living in North America, purchasing products from “the old country” was delightful. That was back in 1949, when Abbott Collection was launched as an import business catering to people who... more »

DEMDACO celebrates 25th anniversary

DEMDACO, a gift and décor company, is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2022. Named for its founders Demi and Dave, DEMDACO designs purposeful gifts that help Lift the Spirit – in times of celebration, when... more »