Moda X Pure joins Autumn Fair, the UK's leading marketplace for Home, Gift & Fashion, at the NEC Birmingham from 7–10 September 2025 with an exciting celebration of global craftsmanship.
Playing a key role in this international showcase, the South African Footwear and Leather Export Council (SAFLEC) will lead a curated selection of exceptional brands, showcasing the country's flair for quality, sustainability, and bold creativity. This growing international profile signals the rising appeal of South African-made products to UK and European buyers seeking fresh, design-led sourcing opportunities.
SAFLEC continues to champion export-ready South African businesses, creating valuable pathways to international markets and helping buyers discover products that embody authenticity, quality, and compelling brand stories.
Posted: 18 August 2025
A new collaboration between Gardening for Kids and Emma Lawrence Designs is a natural match – combining a love of the outdoors with beautifully illustrated, educational products.
Gardening for Kids is a family business with one goal – to get children growing! Founded by Louise Edgeworth, a teacher, in response to the question "What's the point of plants Miss?" they are the UK's only specialist children's gardening supplier.
The company has licensed Emma's charming sub-brand, Little Nature Explorers®, across a brand-new range of growing kits, garden tools and accessories.
With a shared ethos of helping children learn about nature and encouraging outdoor play, the range is designed to inspire curiosity and creativity - while also supporting the KS2 science curriculum.
Posted: 6 August 2025
Anna McLoughlin Fine Jewellery has been awarded the prestigious HALO Award for 2025, in recognition of her innovative work to engage customers with the importance of hallmarking and consumer protection in the jewellery sector.
The HALO Award, established by the British Hallmarking Council in 2021, and now operating under the Assay Assured banner, a joint venture between the four assay offices of the UK (Birmingham, Edinburgh, London and Sheffield) is awarded annually. HALO recognises the UK-based jewellery business that uses their online platform in the most creative ways to leverage the added value that hallmarking provides and to educate their audience on the meaning and importance of the hallmark.
Posted: 6 August 2025
The Giftware Association is delighted to announce that Gemma Sault will be joining as managing director at the beginning of September. With a strong background in the giftware and retail sectors, Gemma brings a wealth of experience and fresh energy to the Giftware Association as it continues to support and champion the UK's vibrant home, stationery, craft, jewellery and gift industry.
Posted: 5 August 2025