Gift Focus - Sep/Oct 2019 (Issue 115)

111 AUTUMN FAIR PREVIEW CLASSIC CANES Stand: 9G100-F101 classiccanes.co.uk Walking stick specialist Classic Canes is set to launch a collection of adjustable walking sticks and folding canes in a range of exclusive new patterns. The derby-handled canes will feature colourful animal friends patterns, including crazy cats, forest friends, flamingos and butterflies, while new folding canes will be available in the contemporary chic patterns of skulls, bats at night and swallows. Classic Canes is renowned for the quality, elegance and style of its products. Managing director Charlotte Gillan explains the appeal of the new canes, “Fashions change in walking sticks, as with most accessories, and it’s important Classic Canes remains at the forefront of walking stick design. Younger walking stick users are demanding more contemporary patterns, often with a sense of fun to them, and it’s important that our stockists have products to offer that are different to the standard walking stick patterns seen everywhere. “We have designed patterns that people will find charming and enjoy giving as gifts, as well as adding to their own cane collections. A stylish cane is a great morale boost and something no walking stick user should have to be without.” The new canes will be formally launched at Autumn Fair. Other new products will include an ultra-petite folding cane for stick users who are not very tall and some new dog head collectors’ canes, featuring spaniels and Labrador retrievers. FRITH SCULPTURE / BLUE POPPY ART LIMITED Stand: 20H41/J40 frithsculpture.co.uk For 26 good years, Frith has been creating bronze-finish sculptures, and this year it is launching its first brand spanking new coloured sculpture: the Robin Redbreast, skilfully created by Thomas Meadows. Frith hopes you agree he certainly makes it feel a lot like Christmas – a perfect Christmas gift. The company is proud of its British heritage and its fabulous sculptures. Because of the success of its MINIMA exquisite miniatures, Frith has expanded the range. All reasonably priced in attractive gift boxes, they make Christmas gifts. Meet Pickwick and Mischief, the adorable new Cockapoo sculptures by Adrian Tinsley. Frith is also now introducing Burkina Bronzes – exquisite female sculptures made in Burkina Faso in hot cast bronze. WILD THINGS GIFTS Stand: 7D50 wildthingsgifts.com Wild Things Gifts has taken advantage of changes at Autumn Fair to take a larger space in a new position, with a completely revamped exhibition display – bigger and brighter, with even more crystal sparkle. Lots of work has been going on behind the scenes. Not only will the company be showing off new designs, but it will also be unveiling the upgraded rotating tree booth for the first time. Wild Things Gifts will be offering three packages with this booth: Wildlife, British Made, and Best Sellers. Wild Things products are popular with anyone wanting to add a bit of sparkle to their home. All products are designed in the UK (most are made in the country too), are bright and colourful, made with the best crystal and they’re reasonably priced. From hand- painted fantasy glass animals to more abstract cascades to Crystal Fantasies with a variety of motifs to Guardian Angels, they appeal as Christmas decorations, wedding favours, end-of-term presents, sympathy gifts and to anyone looking for an unusual British-designed handmade gift. Visitors to the stand can claim exclusive discounts on counter-top displays featuring specific ranges or carry the whole spectrum in the illuminated display booth. Join Wild Things for a celebratory drink and a browse, and the company will be delighted to show off products that can bring increased revenue to your business. From the company’s beginnings in a disused shower room in Leamington Spa 35 years ago, Wild Things has become a British success story, and its team is dedicated to customer service. 