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Messe Frankfurt Exhibition: The Christmasworld highlights at a glance
Future-oriented trends, spectacular special shows, creative designer Christmas trees and much more Christmas: the festival of festivals offers a host of opportunities for creativity. From decorating the home, via shop-window dressing, to elaborate indoor and outdoor lighting, there are no limits on imaginativeness. And when Christmasworld – The World of Event Decoration – opens its doors from 27 to 31 January 2012, buyers from all over the world will be able to see this multi-faceted spectrum for themselves.
White Ginger Joins AmericasMart’s Vibrant Tabletop, Living and Entertainment Area With New Showroom
White Ginger joins AmericasMart at a time when the Living & Entertaining, Housewares, & Gourmet segment is soaring to new heights as more than 400 lines will be on display for buyers and exhibitors as AmericasMart Atlanta presents the nation’s only global wholesale trade event of 2012: The Atlanta International Gift and Home Furnishings Market Jan. 11-18 (Temporaries: Jan. 13-17), with the Atlanta International Area Rug Market featuring the National Oriental Rug Show taking place Jan. 12-15 (Temporaries: Jan.
Homeless Navy Vet Finds and Returns Lost Wallet. One Year Later he Designs his Own Wallet with the Manufacturer.
Last year Dynomighty Design, makers of the Mighty Wallet, learned of the inspiring story of Brian Christopher(1) who was, at the time, a homeless Navy Vet who had found a Mighty Wallet® full of cash without ID in the streets of Boston.
Faced with a moral dilemma of wanting to buy gifts for his own kids he nobly decided to turn the Mighty Wallet® in to a local Police station.
Dallas Gourmet Gold Awards Announces Call for Entries
Dallas Market Center, the world’s most complete wholesale marketplace, today announced the call for entries for the 3rd annual Dallas Gourmet Gold Awards to be held during the upcoming Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, January 18-24, 2012.
“We look forward to January when we honor the best The Gourmet Market has to offer,” said Cindy Morris, COO, Dallas Market Center.
DaySpring Expands Recordable Storybook Collection
Just in time for the holidays, DaySpring, the world’s largest Christian-message product provider, expanded its best-selling Recordable Storybook Collection to include three new titles. With the addition of one Christmas-themed and two everyday titles, DaySpring offers these Christian Recordable Storybooks in addition to the largely popular Hallmark collection.
Added this fall, new titles to the collection include: I Love You Head to Toe, God’s Christmas Promise, and All Day Long with Jesus.
SARO Expands, Relocates Showroom at Winter 2012 Gift+Home at Las Vegas Market
World Market Center Las Vegas announced today that SARO has nearly doubled their showroom space for the upcoming Winter 2012 Gift+Home at Las Vegas Market, Jan. 30 – Feb. 3, 2012.
The manufacturer and importer of linens, accessories, tabletop and gift has signed a multi-year deal for a more than 4,000 square foot showroom in Building C, Suite C-804.
“We’re thrilled to have expanded our Las Vegas showroom by 100 percent to better serve our company’s growing customer base,” said Kev Kalenderian, president of SARO.
Robin Smith Named New Sales Coordinator for Shannon Martin/Girl Designer
Robin Smith has been hired as sales coordinator for Shannon Martin/Girl Designer, award winning greeting card and gift product designer.
Robin Smith is a seasoned sales professional, having served most recently as a Shannon Martin sales representative in Washington State. Robin started in the wholesale trade in the 1980’s, working with major manufacturers in the table top industry. She also has extensive experience working in retail and trade shows focusing on the bridal and gift industries.
Robin’s motto: I think I can, I think I can . . . I know I can!
C.R. Gibson Announces Licensing Agreement With Cid Pear
C.R. Gibson, a leading manufacturer of treasured gifts that preserve, create and celebrate memories, announces the acquisition of the Cid Pear license, a brand founded in 2004 by Tina Givens known for its soft, sophisticated and character-driven premium stationery. An expanded Cid Pear collection by C.R. Gibson will debut at the 2012 Winter Markets, beginning with the Atlanta Gift Show in January. The new collection will be on display in C.R. Gibson’s newly renovated showroom in AmericasMart Building 2, Suite 1837.
Over 100 Million Shoppers Help Jumpstart the Holiday Season for Independent Merchants on Small Business Saturday
The second-annual Small Business Saturday gave a boost to Main Street merchants and spurred an estimated 103 million Americans to shop at independently-owned small businesses. That is up from a pre-Thanksgiving forecast of 89 million. Increased awareness of the day and dozens of locally organized initiatives helped merchants leverage the wave of consumer support.
Eco-Distribution USA Named Official U.S. Distributor for BecoThings Eco-Friendly Baby Products
Eco-Distribution USA, a U.S.-based distributor of eco-friendly baby and family products, today announces that the company is now the official U.S. distributor for BecoThings™, a UK-based company that manufactures the award-winning BecoPotty and BecoStep.
Eco-Distribution USA adds BecoThings to the growing line of eco-friendly family products it distributes to U.S. retailers, including the Australian-based cloth diaper company itti bitti™.
he BecoPotty is a sturdy, eco-friendly child’s potty made from plant waste materials.
Candle Warmers Etc. Promotes Brett Heyland To Vice President of Sales
Known for its leading assortment of candle warming appliances, lamps, lanterns, candles, and giftware accessories, Candle Warmers Etc. today announced the promotion of Brett Heyland to vice president of sales. In his new role, Heyland will direct the company’s in-house sales team to exceed revenue, sales profitability, and budgetary objectives.
John C. Portman, Jr. to Receive Legend for Life Honor
Gift for Life, the gift, stationery and home decor industries’ leading charitable organization, announced today that trailblazing architect and developer John C. Portman, Jr. will receive a special Legend for Life honor at the organization’s gala event on January 29 in New York City.
Christoper Radko Expands Showroom as AmericasMart Continues its Momentum as the Destination for Holiday & Floral
AmericasMart’s Holiday & Floral/Home Décor center, the established destination for gift, home and specialty retailers, is flourishing and gaining momentum with each Market.
Planet Dog’s New, All-Natural Treats Hit the Spot
Planet Dog, the socially responsible pet industry leader, is barking about the launch of two new flavors of Planet Dog EATS, a line of premium and healthy dog treats made by their new local baking partner, Polka Dog Bakery in Boston, MA. Designed with form, function and versatility in mind, the 100% natural dog treats aid in tartar control and offer super nutrients in every bite for optimal health and wellness.
“We are honored to be working with an organization like Polka Dog,” says Stephie Volo, Planet Dog’s Top Dog.
a’ la carte Joins the Synergy of Gourmet and Tabletop With a New Major Showroom at AmericasMart
AmericasMart solidifies its position as the premier player in the wholesale gourmet/housewares sector with the addition of á la carte to the eighth floor of Building 2West Wing.
With 2,678 square feet of prime space adjacent to the demonstration cooking arena, á la carte offers several major lines such as Bormioli Rocco, Dr. Vranjes, Ego-Alter, et al Designs, La Mediterranea, Lifetime Brands, Lunares, Paderno, Q-Squared, Rosenthal, Sambonet,Secrets de Provence, Tradition Sud, Versace and Vista Alegre/Atlantis.
AmericasMart Entertains Explosive Growth in Gourmet, Gift and Houseware Segment with More than 400 Lines
The recognized growth of AmericasMarts’ gourmet, tabletop, giftware, living and entertaining, and housewares is soaring to a new heights as more than 400 lines will be on display for buyers and exhibitors at the Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market Jan. 11-18 (Temporaries: Jan. 13-17), with the Atlanta International Area Rug Market featuring the National Oriental Rug Show taking place Jan. 12-15 (Temporaries: Jan.
Local Gift Shop Supports Kentucky
Bowling Green, KY – On the counter of Jeff Meo’s shop, Meo’s Collection, there is a miniature outhouse. When the curious customer opens the mini- door to sneak a peek, the entire structure comes tumbling down. But Meo takes it all with a laugh as he puts the mouse-trap outhouse back together.
The Raleigh, N.C., native has traveled throughout his life, spending 30 years in the Army and collecting items from the travels.
Ft. Harrison Gift Shop Helps Vets With Christmas Shopping
Ft. Harrison, MT – Over the past two days, the Fort Harrison Veteran’s Affairs Hospital has offered a service to help vets with Christmas shopping.
Gerome Weinand, a Korean War Veteran, says, “I don’t get anything unless it’s got pockets”.
Pockets or no pockets, there was plenty of clothes and other items for vets to choose from at the Fort Harrison VA Hospital.
Sandy Runkel, Fort Harrison Gift Shop Chairwoman, says, “It’s a great kickoff for the holiday season.
Unique Holiday Gifts at Brissonte
North Reading, MA – Brissonte, a chic boutique on Main Street, opened in September of 2010. The French-themed boutique offers a variety of unique and hand-made gift items.
At Brissonte, you will find jewelry, cards, candles, home decor, accessories and more. Specializing in Paris-themed items, they stock French design books, linens, pillows and stationary.
Andover resident Colleen Perry originally opened Brissonte in a mill building in Lawrence and was there for three-years.
Interior Design Society to Hold 2012 National Leadership Conference at Las Vegas Design Center
For the second year in a row, the Interior Design Society has selected Las Vegas Design Center as the host site for their 2012 National Leadership Conference, Jan. 27-29, to coincide with the upcoming Winter 2012 Las Vegas Market, Jan. 30-Feb.