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Summer Fancy Food Show Largest Ever
The Summer Fancy Food Show is back in New York with its largest show ever. The exhibit halls have been sold out for weeks as specialty food artisans, importers and entrepreneurs seek to tap into record demand for specialty foods and beverages from across the U.S. and around the world.
The show takes place June 30 – July 2, 2013, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. Now in its 59th year, it is the largest marketplace devoted exclusively to specialty foods and beverages in North America. The exclusive trade event will fill more than 354,000 sq. ft.
More Exhibitors and More Categories In AmericasMart’s Temporary Collection This July
With hundreds of new exhibitors showcasing product in 35 different categories, the TEMPORARY collections at The Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market® (July 10 – 17, 2013, TEMPORARIES July 12-16) present an extensive, fascinating and ever-evolving selection of home, gift, rug and apparel product.
An incubator for innovative new products, AmericasMart®’s expansive TEMPORARY collection is offered alongside its comprehensive PERMANENT GIFT, HOME & RUG and APPAREL collections in one continuous, easy-to-navigate campus.
NEW TABLETOP LUXE CATEGORY
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Knock Knock Prevails Over Copyright and Trademark Infringers In the Unites States and Internationally
Knock Knock, a leader in creating interesting, well-designed gift and stationery products with a distinctive voice and look, is proud to announce recent settlements with several companies, both international and domestic, involving significant cases of plagiarism.
Knock Knock has recently experienced an uptick in knockoffs from every direction: domestic chain retailers; international publishers and manufacturers; and on networks like Etsy®, Pinterest®, Flickr® and Reddit®, in which individuals take credit for Knock Knock’s work and either try to sell or copy it freely.
Crowd Favorite FIRST LOOK Takes a Coveted Second Spot on Las Vegas Market’s Summer Seminar Roster
The Summer 2013 Las Vegas Market, taking place July 29-August 2, will offer attendees a week-long roster of compelling educational sessions designed to stimulate retailers and designers, and kicks off with a double header of the flagship program, FIRST LOOK, on Monday and Tuesday.
Two editions of the popular new product program will be on tap for market attendees—aptly titled FIRST LOOK: Home Furnishings and FIRST LOOK: Tabletop+Gifts—and this summer will feature more designer prowess and new-to-market products than ever before.
Cathedral Art Bracelets Raise Thousands To Benefit Boston and Oklahoma Victims
When disasters strike, Americans respond with a helping hand – or wrist, in this case! Cathedral Art Metal – located just a short drive from Boston – responded quickly to raise money for the Boston Marathon victims, and have already raised close to $40,000 for The One Fund Boston, the official fundraising agency, with an original line of bracelets.
And although Cathedral Art is not close to Oklahoma, the company recognized another opportunity to aid those impacted by the devastating tornados.
Ford Mustang History Captured In 12 Hours Of Classic Nostalgia
The power of the ’65 Ford Mustang roars to life at one o’clock. The unmistakable style of the distinct “2+2 Fastback” is featured at three o’clock.
One of the most unique ways to highlight the iconic Ford Mustang is the licensed History of Ford Mustang Sound Clock from Mark Feldstein & Associates, inc. (MFA), a Product Development Company and Importer of innovative Housewares and Gifts.
The clock’s bright black frame with white stripe is surrounded by detailed images of 12 popular Mustang models that span its famed history from the 1960s through the present.
Summer Heats Up With Sizzling New Summer Line From Dogeared
Summer is the time for fun, and Dogeared’s Summer 2013 line injects a whole lot of fun into the mid-year mix–yet one more reason to love this time of year! All new designs, new message cards and new ideas build upon what Dogeared does best: handcrafting quality jewels that make people happy.
Personalization is one trend that’s showing no signs of slowing down, and Dogeared’s expanded assortment of initials and charms gives customers more ways than ever to make a style statement that’s uniquely their own. Core collections have been infused with a fresh, modern energy.
Texas One Stop: October 13-15, 2013 Galveston Gift & Resort Merchandise Show Offers One-Stop Product Resource For Region’s Coastal, Resort Retailers
Returning to its traditional Sunday- Tuesday date pattern, the October 13-15, 2013 Galveston Gift & Resort Merchandise Show at the Galveston Island Convention Center offers a one-stop product resource for the region’s coastal and resort retailers.
Roman Moves to the 9th Floor in Las Vegas Mart
After five months of occupancy and a highly successful January Show at the Las Vegas Mart, Roman has made a strategic move with its showroom location.
Roman is moving from what was a brand new showroom in January 2013 to another new space on the ninth-floor of building C. “Roman was recently presented with an opportunity to move to a key location in the mart,” says Sally Murphy, Roman’s Director of Merchandising.
Local Toy Shop Brings Fun, Imagination to Plymouth
Plymouth, MI – Charles Dare, co-owner of Genuine Toy Co.
Dallas Gourmet Gold Awards Judges Announced
Dallas Market Center today announced the judges for the 4th annual Dallas Gourmet Gold Awards to be held during the upcoming Dallas Total Housewares & Gourmet Market, June 19-25, 2013.
The Dallas Gourmet Gold Awards celebrates exceptional manufacturers in the gourmet products industry who exhibit in Dallas.
C & F Enterprises Adds 13 New Quilts to Their Bedding Collection
C & F Enterprises, an artist-designed, quality fabric and home décor specialist has added fifteen new quilts to their bedding collection.
“We will be debuting several unique, fashion-forward patterns that differ from our more traditional collections,” Vice President of Sales, Nelson Chow says. “Many of the new fabric prints appeal to a younger customer, while maintaining sophistication and style.”
Paisley inspired by Persian and Indian motifs is a consistent theme in Veda, Daphne, and Nadia, while St.
Downtown Stuart to Launch ‘Shop Local’ Campaign
Stuart, FL – Downtown Stuart will officially launch its new shop local campaign next week. Shop Local | Shop Smart is an awareness campaign designed to educate shoppers about the benefits of shopping and dining at locally based businesses.
Stuart Vice Mayor Troy McDonald, a vocal advocate for the program, will be joined by members of the local business community to share details of the effort at Coffee with the City Manager Coffee Wednesday, June 12 at 8 a.m.
Cash Mob Scheduled at North Shore’s Thrive
Chattanooga, TN – The North Shore’s Thrive Café and Boutique will be the location of Tuesday’s cash mob, which is a River City Company event aimed at boosting sales and support at downtown businesses.
“We chose to select a River Street business, as those tend to have less familiarity with the community, versus shops on Frazier Avenue,” Amy Donahue with River City said via email.
A cash mob is when a group of people goes to a small business on a designated day to make purchases.
Gift Shop Aims for Eclectic Mix of Merchandise
Fairhaven, MA – A few key components are enough to make a business unique, and easily differentiate it from the rest.
That’s the case with Robin’s Village Barn, where owner Robin Botelho does her best to ensure that her store isn’t just another run-of-the-mill shop.
First off, Botelho, who owns the shop with her husband John, sells handmade pieces that her husband crafts himself.
Simply Shabby Chic Offers Variety of Unique Items
Sumter, SC – Shopping for the person who has everything recently got easier in Sumter.
Simply Shabby Chic opened at 540 Bultman Drive in late December.
“I thought it would be a great idea to open a vendor shop in Sumter,” said Jeanie McConnell, co-owner. “We have a lot of talent here.”
Tammy Gerow provides three lines of items for the business – Emmett’s Edibles, Loda luminaries and Arrogantly Shabby Designs.
The Benefits of Buying Local
The average adult must shop for gifts for friends or family members several times over the course of a typical year. Birthdays, holidays and anniversaries are often the driving force behind such excursions, but some people will buy a gift for a loved one even if there is no special occasion attached.
When buying gifts for those we love, many consumers hope to find something unique. But unique items can be hard to find at the local shopping mall, where national chain stores tend to dominate.
A Gift For Every Occasion
North Tonawanda, NY – Looking for a last minute gift?
Or a stylish accessory for a night out?
Stop in at Pam’s Gifts to Go, in Tonawanda.
There, you’ll find all different types of specialty items for almost every occasion.
Bultema Lambert Communications Announces New In-House Creative Department
Bultema Lambert Communications, a public relations and marketing communications firm serving the non-profit, manufacturing, gift, service-oriented, and home décor industries, recently launched an in-house Creative Department. This is a new venture for the company, which previously outsourced creative work to its freelance partners. Bultema Lambert has hired Creative Director, Marc Scaturro, to lead the department.
AmericasMart Presents an Engaging Permanent Gift Collection Across All Categories
Ever responsive to retailers’ desires to present an integrated merchandise mix with items from multiple product categories, AmericasMart® presents a diverse and innovative GIFT product collection highlighted by new and expanded showrooms at The Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market® (July 10 – 17, 2013) and The Atlanta International Area Rug Market® (July 11 – 14, 2013) this July.
AmericasMart’s expansive, easy-to-navigate campus allows national and global gift retailers to conveniently cross between product categories to source top product that will engage