Hundreds of top tier artisans offering unique handmade products at the British Craft Trade Fair (BCTF) can help retailers satisfy the huge consumer appetite for authentic British design and attract greater footfalls into high street stores. Now in its 45th year, BCTF will host a fantastic selection of creative designer-makers in a fabulous state of
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We recently discovered the work of Yorkshire artist and illustrator, Eleanor Tomlinson, who developed her passion wildlife and the countryside into this beautiful range of cards, stationery, limited edition prints and homeware. Says Eleanor, who will exhibit at the British Craft Trade Fair for the first time in April: “Taking great pride in
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Alan Monahan writes: And so to Harrogate. Next week I will be happily heading to the Home & Gift Buyers’ Festival in the spa town as I have done for the past 23 years. Driving to North Yorkshire, my spirits will be lifted as I re-enter the time warp that is Harrogate in the knowledge
The failure of Maplin, New Look and Toys ‘R’ Us in the UK came in the wake of a dire year for multiple store closures, with every region except Yorkshire and Humber seeing closures in 2017. As multiple stores (characterised as brands with more than five stores nationally) closed their doors, independents have emerged as
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Whilst Valentine’s Day has long been associated with blossoming romance and showing affection to partners, the occasion is now increasingly celebrated by families. According to national polling on behalf of Clintons, one-in-20 UK adults have sent a Valentine to a parent or their child. More Valentines are sent to Mums than Dads with 9% of
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