Spring in our Step
February 2, 2022
No Comments
As we step into the Spring Season, Home & Giftware magazine looks at some of the consumer trends to keep your eye on whilst sourcing new product
News
A visit to the Summerhouse at Spring Fair
January 23, 2022
No Comments
For many visitors the Summerhouse is an undisputed highlight of Spring Fair, an exclusive launch platform for many exceptional homeware and gift brands. Here is
Grim December for retail but the bounce back has started
January 21, 2022
No Comments
The ONS has reported that retail sales volumes fell by 3.7% in December 2021 but were 2.6% higher than their pre-coronavirus (COVID-19) February 2020 levels.
GIMA enters 2022 with over 40 new members
January 20, 2022
No Comments
As gardening continued to rise in popularity during the pandemic, GIMA – the leading trade association representing garden manufacturers – has seen its membership grow.
The Inspiring Retail Stage is set at Spring Fair
January 19, 2022
No Comments
Spring Fair (6th – 9th February 2022, NEC Birmingham) has revealed the Inspiring Retail Stage content programme, which is set to deliver a schedule packed
Giving & Living restores trading spirits
January 19, 2022
No Comments
Home & Giftware magazine was thrilled to attend Giving & Living for the first time this week, enjoying a wonderful trip to the show’s home
Latest Stories
Voices of Retail launched at Spring Fair
February 1, 2026
Two industry leaders call for independent retailers across the UK to shape the future of the industry in latest campaign – ‘Voices of Retail’ For
Bira calls for business rates relief for retailers
January 27, 2026
The British Independent Retail Association (Bira) has called on the Chancellor to urgently reconsider business rates relief following new figures showing sharp job losses in
Spring Fair Treasure Trove Preview!
January 27, 2026
Home & Giftware magazine has scoured the Spring Fair exhibitor list for goodies and put together our wish list for the show, which will run
Exclusive to Spring Fair: Be there or miss out!
January 27, 2026
Spring Fair (1-4 February, NEC, Birmingham) wi ll spotlight an exceptional line-up of brands exclusive to the show, offering buyers first access to some of
Spotted at Giving & Living 2026
January 23, 2026
The team at Home & Giftware Magazine was excited to attend Giving & Living at Westpoint, Exeter, although this was tinged with sadness as the
Farewell to Giving & Living
January 23, 2026
As the doors closed on the 2026 edition of Giving & Living, the most important retail trade event for the South West region, organiser, Hale