Home & Giftware Magazine – Retail News, Home & Gift Trends
Home & Giftware Magazine is published by Gifts & Greetings Review Ltd. and produced by industry trade journalist, Charlotte Cowell and account director, Denre Bruins. We have over 20 years’ experience in trade publishing, covering exhibitions at home and overseas, industry news and trends and always keeping our eyes peeled for the beautiful new products that will fly off the shelves of retail businesses large and small. From exquisite handmade crafts and original art, through to design-led home interiors, perfect gifts and greetings cards for all ages, we hunt out the hero products across sectors. Our circulation includes some of the best galleries, independent retailers, museums, zoos and heritage centres from around the UK and beyond, plus garden centres, department stores and interior designers.
If you have news or new products to share, email Charlotte. For advertising, contact Denre.
Send your ‘Love Letters to Retail’
Spring Fair (NEC Birmingham from 7–10 February) has launched a new campaign film for its ‘A Love Letter to Retail’ initiative, bringing together voices from
Designers Guild shuts up shop after 56 years
Home & Giftware magazine is sorry to report that luxury British homeware brand, Designers Guild, as entered administration after 56 years of iconic, high-end design.
Home & Gift Association Launches 100 Days to Christmas Challenge
New industry-wide initiative encourages retailers, suppliers, brands and manufacturers to take one small action every day in the run-up to Christmas 16 September 2026 marks
Autumn Fair sets the scene for Retail ahead of Christmas
Day Two at Autumn Fair hosted thousands of buyers from all parts of the UK combine product discovery and new supplier connections with practical insight into
Beano teams up with Mr Jones Watches
The mischief makers at Beano and their licensing agent, Bulldog Licensing have collaborated with Mr Jones Watches to celebrate 75 years of Dennis the
RHS endorses Tapestry, a new Ca’ Pietra porcelain paving design
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has announced its endorsement of Tapestry, a new porcelain paving design from Ca’ Pietra, its licensee for outdoor paving.
Redefining Discovery of Fragrance with Ampersand
Ampersand Fragrances, a UK-based fragrance house, is continuing to build momentum within the independent retail sector with a model shaped around bricks-and-mortar stores, placing
Songbirds Now Number 18 for Umbellifer!
Umbellifer’s bestselling Songbirds & Seedheads range is now 18 designs strong after the publication of the latest three designs: Willow Tit, Robin and Cetti’s
WeWeed digital platform aims to connect thousands of gardeners across the UK
Campaign calls for a new standard for Britain’s new-build homes
Dylan Cairns celebrates 40 years as Plant Manager at Cowell’s
Could your car park become your next revenue stream?
Mims Pottery & Errington Reay have the pots you need!
Peat Free Growing: Where are we at now?
Paper Starlights celebrates 30 years of colour, craft and Fair Trade
Derbyshire-based Paper Starlights is celebrating its 30th anniversary, marking three decades of handmade design, independent retail and a partnership with its makers in India that has grown alongside the business. The story began when founders Andy Jupp and Jules Cooper encountered paper star lanterns during Diwali. Captivated by the colour,
Laura Ashley Partners with Carousel Worldwide To Introduce New Dated Stationery Collection
Laura Ashley has formed a new licensing partnership with leading publisher and distributor Carousel Worldwide, bringing a branded collection of stationery to retail. Available in-store from 1st September 2026, the collection will launch across a number of key UK retailers including John Lewis, Waterstones, Amazon UK Easons and TGJones, with
Love Letter to Retail
Spring Fair (NEC Birmingham from 7–10 February) has launched a new campaign film for its ‘A Love Letter to Retail’ initiative, bringing together voices from across the retail community to celebrate the people, passion and connections that make the industry unique.
2025 Festive Trends
The seasons have well and truly turned into autumn and up and down the nation gift, home and garden retailers are planning festive shop windows,
BDA London is Autumn Fair Trend partner
Autumn Fair has announced that BDA London is its official trend partner, bringing an exclusive preview of the key trends set to shape Autumn/Winter 2026/27.
Gale Astley writes: Hip To Be Square
Giddy for gingham or tender for tartan, plaid and chequerboard have cornered greeting card designs in 2025. From the bonny Highlands to Dorothy on the
Spring Fair partners with Trendhub
Spring Fai (2nd – 5th February 2025, NEC Birmingham) has partnered with leading trend agency BDA London and their smart forecasting service Trendhub to deliver
Are you on the ‘viral pilgrimage’ shopping route?
Research carried out by American Express in partnership with Retail Economics in spring 2026 found that social media is helping to drive around 1.7 billion
How Period Homes Are Shaping Modern Flooring Choices
Period homes already have a visual identity before furniture, paint or accessories enter the room. Deep skirting boards, fireplaces, decorative cornicing and older door frames
Floral Centrepieces for Summer Occasions
When it comes to diversity, few summer flowers can compete with geraniums. Their blooms come in a variety of colours and shapes, and their decorative
