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Continuing our International Women's Day series, we catch-up with Kerry Bilson, founder of Letterbox Love. Kerry reflects on her journey as a female founder and her mission to help other women…
Holly Stafford‑Smith represents the fourth generation of her family business, G H Stafford & Son Ltd, and the first woman to step into a leading role. With nearly twenty years in the Walsall-…
As part of our International Women’s Day series, we’re proud to spotlight the inspiring journeys of female founders within The Giftware Association community. Today, we’re celebrating…
To mark International Women’s Day, we are celebrating the talented female founders within The Giftware Association community by sharing their stories, achievements and experiences. Our…
The Giftware Association is thrilled to unveil the finalists for the Gift of the Year 2026 awards! After months of anticipation, hundreds of exceptional entries, and two rigorous rounds of judging…
EU Toy Safety Regulation: What is included and how to prepare your brands On 1 January 2026, the European Union announced a new era of toy safety with the implementation of its updated Toy Safety…
UK’s Standout Specialist Retailers Named as Farm Shop & Deli Retailer Awards 2026 Finalists From village stores breathing life back into rural communities to pioneering farm shops redefining…
Brookpace Fine Art Announces New Collaboration with Meg Hawkins Art Brookpace Fine Art is pleased to announce a new collaboration with artist and designer Meg Hawkins, launching an exclusive collection…
Spring Fair 2026, the UK’s leading retail experience for Gift, Home and Fashion (1–4 February 2026, NEC Birmingham), is set to spotlight an exceptional line-up of brands exclusive to …
The Giftware Association (GA) is delighted to announce a new strategic partnership with ACID; the UK’s leading membership and campaigning organisation for design and intellectual …
Hale Events Confirms Final Edition of Gift & Home Trade Show Following conversations with our longstanding clients at this year’s event, Hale Events can confirm that the 2026 edition of…
SPRING FAIR ANNOUNCES PITCH LIVE FINALISTS FOR 2026 Dragons’ Den-style pitches spotlight the most exciting new brands across Gift, Fashion and Kids Spring Fair has announced the…
SCOTLAND CELEBRATES QUALITY AND VARIETY AT ITS TOP GIFT TRADE FAIR Quality, variety and innovation were heard as the buzzwords around the hall at Scotland’s Trade Fair Spring, which closed …
Grace Jackson Design Announces First Licensed Greeting Card Range in Collaboration with Artist Emily Smith Launching at Spring Fair 2026 | Stand 3R37 Grace Jackson Design is delighted to announce…
Beating Blue Monday – Business Boosts for the Giftware Community Blue Monday may have a reputation for being the “gloomiest day of the year,” but for our vibrant, creative…
Cultural Enterprises Awards Shortlist Reveals Outstanding Showcase of Innovation and Best Practice in Cultural Income Generation The Association for Cultural Enterprises …
Spring Fair and Autumn Fair have announced a series of senior leadership appointments, reinforcing their commitment to long-term growth, strategic focus and delivering exceptional experiences…
The Giftware Association (GA) is delighted to announce it has officially joined the British Retail Consortium (BRC), strengthening its commitment to championing and supporting businesses across…
Announcements and Calls for Evidence: Business investment boosted with new tax relief taking effect todayBusinesses to receive boost to investment as a new first-year allowance takes effect today…
The final remaining stands are being snapped up by suppliers eager to tap into the Scottish market at Scotland’s only trade gift show – Scotland’s Trade Fair Spring, which…
The UK Government has published an update via GOV.UK relating to a new consultation on the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS). The consultation is seeking views on the proposed approach…
Sell out annual charity Christmas Ball raises over £25,000 The Benevolent Society celebrated its 91st Annual Christmas Ball in style at The Grand Hotel Birmingham on Thursday 4th December, …
Spring Fair, the UK’s most influential retail trade event for Home, Gift and Fashion, is proud to announce the debut of the Widdop & Co Village, an immersive new destination showcasing…
January and February can feel painfully quiet after the rush of Christmas. Sales tend to be slow, and it can be tempting to just coast while you wait for things to pick up. But…
