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The Giftware Association Announces Stephen Illingworth as New Chair at 2026 AGM The Giftware Association (GA) is delighted to announce the appointment of Stephen Illingworth of Widdop & Co. as…
Brand Licensing Europe elevates attendee experience with new pass options BLE – 6-8 October – Excel London Brand Licensing Europe (BLE), the European epicentre for the business…
Gibsons Launches Two Cat-Themed Games to Purr-fect Reception at UK Games Expo Gibsons is delighted to announce the successful launch of two brand-new feline-themed games, Take Cat and Categories, …
Kleine Wolke and Meg Hawkins are set to unveil a beautifully considered new bathroom collaboration at Exclusively Housewares this summer. Blending Kleine Wolke’s reputation for…
We’re sharing the latest government announcements and resources relevant to our sector. Announcements Shop second-hand with confidence - GOV.UKNew government guidance to help avoid…
GA Takeaway from The Gift & The Gab with Amazon expert Vicki Weinberg - There is no shortage of opinions when it comes to selling on Amazon. For some brands, it feels like an obvious next step…
Gibsons, the Surrey‑based family games and puzzle company, is proud to announce that on the company’s 107th birthday, it has been honoured with a hat-trick of awards at The Giftware Association…
We’re sharing the latest government announcements, consultations and regulatory updates relevant to our sector. Covering areas such as trade, sustainability, and export support, these developments…
Source Fashion is partnering with Leicester Made & Regions, an initiative from Fashion-Enter, www.fashioncapital.co.uk and the ATMF to launch a new series of regional UK roadshows…
Celebrating Creativity, Innovation and the Very Best in the Home and Gift Industry The UK’s most prestigious and highly anticipated gifting awards have been revealed, the winners of …
We’re sharing the latest government announcements, consultations and regulatory updates relevant to our sector. We encourage members to review the updates and engage with any consultations …
The London Home Fragrance Show - The UK’s first dedicated home fragrance event launches this July. The London Home Fragrance Show will make its debut on 9–10 July, marking the UK&rsquo…
We’re sharing the latest government announcements, consultations and regulatory updates relevant to our sector. Covering areas such as trade, sustainability, and export support, these developments…
UK India Roadshow 2026: Unlock your export growth with the UK–India FTA The UK–India Free Trade Agreement (FTA), due to enter into force in 2026, is one of the most significant trade …
Gibsons, the UK-based family games and puzzle company, has announced a major sustainability milestone: the protection of 2 million trees through purchases made on its website, in partnership with…
Registration is now officially open for Autumn Fair 2026, the UK's definitive buying destination for home, gift and fashion ahead of the peak retail trading season. Taking place at the NEC Birmingham…
For two decades, United Oddsocks has championed individuality, colour, and the joy of not matching. This anniversary collection brings together refreshed classics, new ideas, and bold packaging designed…
Landmark new report from Spring & Autumn Fair and Faire combines insights from 650 UK retailers and over 2,000 consumers, revealing what separates growing retailers from those in decline - and…
The UK Food & Drink Shows: Three days that brought the industry together For three amazing days, tens of thousands of visitors came together from across the UK food and drink sector to…
Dragons’ Den entrepreneurs launch bee habitat made from ocean plastic Devon-based entrepreneurs and Dragons’ Den duo Beevive have launched a new product designed to support pollinators…
The Gift & The Gab: Navigating Compliance, Legislation and Member Support The very first ‘The Gift & The Gab’ session brought together members of The Giftware Association…
We’re sharing the latest government announcements, consultations and regulatory updates relevant to our sector. We encourage members to review the updates and engage with any consultations …
Victoria Eggs, Founder and Creative Director of Victoria Eggs Ltd, has built a British-made homeware and gift brand rooted in storytelling, craftsmanship and meaningful design. In this Member…
We recently joined a webinar from the Department for Business & Trade’s Business Academy, focusing on the UK–India trade deal (CETA) and what it means in practical terms…
