The latest giftware industry news from Gift Focus magazine

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All Personal Gifts releases reusable metal straws
With plastic continuing to have a detrimental effect on our environment, many ending up in UK rivers or in the sea, the push towards alternatives increases. ...read more
Posted: 18 October 2018

Shearer Candes announces Xystos as distributor in UK
Shearer Candles and TransAtlantic Partners, an international-based firm that distributes luxury brands worldwide is partnering with Xystos Flame & Fragrance Ltd. ...read more
Posted: 17 October 2018

SDEA hosts Creative Retail Awards 2019 launch party and networking evening
The Shop and Display Equipment Association recently played host to an excited audience at Birmingham’s exclusive night spot, The Sugar Loaf Bar, to officially launch the Creative Retail Awards 2019. ...read more
Posted: 9 October 2018

Attire Accessories scoops best Fashion Accessories Magazine title at the Lux Life Fashion & Lifestyle Awards!
We are proud to announce that Attire Accessories magazine - sister title to Attire Bridal and Craft Focus - has scooped the best Fashion Accessories Magazine award at the Lux Life Fashion & Lifestyle Awards, organised by Lux Magazine. ...read more
Posted: 3 October 2018

Kit Heath achieves success with first rhodium and 18ct gold launch for AW18 collection
Sterling silver jewellery designer Kit Heath has announced it has achieved great results with its AW18 collection launch, making the company's investment in rhodium and 18ct gold a successful business strategy. ...read more
Posted: 21 September 2018

Ben Langworthy is Top Drawer Spotted winner
Spotted, Top Drawer’s curated showcase of innovative, market ready, design-based businesses that are new to the major UK trade fair market, announced Ben Langworthy Paper Goods as the winner of the Autumn/Winter 2018 Spotted Award. ...read more
Posted: 20 September 2018

New trade catalogue from Classic Canes
Walking stick specialist Classic Canes has launched a new trade catalogue including many creative designs exclusive to the family-run firm. ...read more
Posted: 12 September 2018

My Gifts Trade/ECP Design to present new ranges at Top Drawer
My Gifts Trade/ECP Design will be presenting a beautiful new series of tabletop, housewares and home textiles ranges at Top Drawer on stand F41. ...read more
Posted: 5 September 2018

Autumn Fair seeks international trade success with returning Brands of China showcase
Autumn Fair, taking place at the NEC in Birmingham, is to host manufacturers and wholesalers of Chinese home and giftware as part of the 15th annual Brands of China showcase. ...read more
Posted: 30 August 2018

New sales force for Apples to Pears
Apples to Pears has changed the dynamic of its sales team, with two new additions and five new agents to cover the UK. ...read more
Posted: 28 August 2018

Happy Hashtag to launch at Autumn Fair
Scott Lever, co-founder of Happy Hashtag explains how the business began: "It all started when our kids already had what felt like every variant of the yellow round emoji cushions and our 12-year-old daughter wanted something new for her bedroom." ...read more
Posted: 21 August 2018

PMC announces first open showroom event
The Personalised Memento Company has decided to break away from tradition, by inviting existing customers and potential new relationships to join the team at the site in Stoke-on-Trent ...read more
Posted: 2 August 2018

Top Drawer's PaperAwards deadline draws near
Now in its 5th edition, the PaperAwards shine a spotlight on entrants and have become an essential feature for Greetings & Stationery where the awards consistently attract a high number of entries and public votes - combined with a prominent showcase in the live seminar area of the show - raising the profile of all of the runners up and winners. ...read more
Posted: 25 July 2018

Search is underway to find UK's best small shop
The search for the best small shop in the UK is underway as The Best Small Shops competition, managed by the Independent Retailers Confederation (IRC), is launched to celebrate the commitment and creativity of independent retailers on the UK’s High Streets and the central role they play in their local community. ...read more
Posted: 17 July 2018

IJL reveals 2018 Bright Young Gems, The Stars of the Future
International Jewellery London (IJL) has announced the four winning designers nominated as the Bright Young Gems for 2018 – Katharina Kraus, Zeemou Zeng, Daisy Grice and Yayun Fang – at a special celebratory preview in London, IJL Curated 2018. ...read more
Posted: 6 July 2018

A Gift From The Gods seeks licensee partners
Accessories brand A Gift From The Gods is seeking licensee partners in a move that could signal a slew of new products. ...read more
Posted: 27 June 2018

Blue Eyed Sun’s BambooCup is hot property
BambooCup is a beautiful fast-selling range of eco-friendly, reusable coffee cups which continues to sell well with retailers throughout the UK. ...read more
Posted: 25 June 2018

Email scam hits Attire Accessories subscribers
KD Media Publishing has been made aware that some subscribers have received a fraudulent email requesting the payment of balances under the guise of a false member of the Attire Accessories team. ...read more
Posted: 12 June 2018

Theo Paphitis brings #SBS to Autumn Fair
Autumn Fair will be welcoming entrepreneur and small business champion Theo Paphitis as the host of its #SBS Pavilion, a showcase dedicated to highlighting new products from ambitious start-ups and small businesses. ...read more
Posted: 11 June 2018

PG Live 2018 Prepares For Sold Out 10th Anniversary Show
Taking place from 5th - 6th June 2018, this year's PG Live will be an inspiring celebration of original design and creative talent. ...read more
Posted: 30 May 2018

How Jigsaw Puzzles can improve your Mental Health
Approximately one in four people in the UK will experience a mental health problem each year and in England, one in six people report experiencing a common mental health problem (such as anxiety and depression) in any given week ...read more
Posted: 16 May 2018

SDEA invites retailers to its Annual Review Day
SDEA invites retailers to its Annual Review Day to discuss the future of retail on the high street. ...read more
Posted: 9 May 2018

The Successful applicants have been chosen for Tillington
The Giftware Association is delighted to announce the successful applicants for its exclusive ‘Meet the Buyer’ event on 17th May with The Tillington Group of Garden Centres ...read more
Posted: 4 May 2018

Discover exciting new products from the rising stars of design
Europe’s largest Art and Design University to present up-and-coming designers at London trade show Pulse (13th-15th May, 2018) ...read more
Posted: 30 April 2018

My 1st Years lauch Limited Edition Royal Range
Much-loved personalised children’s brand My 1st Years is thrilled to announce the launch of its Limited Edition Royal-themed range, just in time for what is an exciting couple of months for the Royal family. ...read more
Posted: 24 April 2018

David Hick's Search for a Giftware designer!
The Founder of Greeting card and gift brands Really Good and Soul has launched a nationwide search for a new aspiring giftware designer ...read more
Posted: 23 April 2018