Gift Shop Magazine - Press Releases

Laura Ashley Inks Licensing Deal for South America

admin — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 09:52:10 -0600

Ft. Mill, S.C. -- Laura Ashley, Inc. announced today licensing rights have been granted to Brazilian textile manufacturer,Artelassê Indústria e Comércio Ltda., to produce and distribute a collection of fashion bedding and bath products and table linens in select Latin American countries. The collection will offer a range of casual, traditional and formal styles in bedding coordinates including comforters, duvet covers, dust ruffles, sheets and decorative cushions as well as a coordinating line of bath textiles and accessories.

Furniture Brands Expands Presence at World Market Center Las Vegas

admin — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 09:49:27 -0600

St. Louis, Missouri -- Furniture Brands International (NYSE: FBN) announced today that four of its brands will join the growing roster of World Market Center exhibitors. Thomasville, Drexel Heritage, Henredon, and Maitland Smith will debut at the upcoming 2009 Winter Las Vegas Market, February 9-13 at World Market Center Las Vegas. These leading furniture companies will join Broyhill and Lane, which have shown at World Market Center Las Vegas since the Market's opening in 2005.

Dogeared Jewels & Gifts Launches New Collections at Winter Trade Shows

admin — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 09:46:22 -0600

Los Angeles, CA — Dogeared, a trendsetting brand that creates handcrafted jewels and gifts in Los Angeles, will preview their latest line at the NY ENK Accessorie Circuit & Intermezzo Show, Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market, LA Market, NY International Gift Fair, and Project Las Vegas. The line includes new styles and collections, all featured in the company's largest line to date.

Roger Thomas of Wynn Design and Development to be honored as Design Icon at February Las Vegas Market

admin — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 09:43:38 -0600

Las Vegas — World Market Center Las Vegas will honor Roger Thomas of Wynn Design and Development as a “Design Icon” on Thursday, February 12 during the Winter 2009 Las Vegas Market. In the exclusive Las Vegas Market Design Icon Lecture Series, design legends share their stories and experiences in order to inspire future designers.

Bandals Steps Into the Spotlight with Unveiling of Innovative Beach Bandals Footwear

admin — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 09:40:00 -0600

Atlanta, GA — Bandals International, a new manufacturer and marketer of high quality footwear, based in Commerce Township, Mich., is proud to announce the launch of Bandals® (Bandals.com), patented sandals that are stylish, comfortable and offer interchangeability.

Enesco Signs Licensing Agreement with My Soul's Window Brand

admin — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 09:36:55 -0600

Itasca, Ill. – Enesco, LLC, a leader in the gift, and home and garden décor industries, announced today that it has signed a licensing agreement with Maggie Lindley, the artist and creative inspiration behind the successful My Soul’s WindowTM brand. Lindley’s uses of vivid colors, contemporary hand-painted images and heart-felt words have been important ingredients in the continued growth of the brand.

Alexa’s Angels Kicks Off 2009 With New Designs, New Energy

admin — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 09:02:39 -0600

(Windsor, CO) -- Alexa’s Angels, a leading inspirational and gift jewelry manufacturer known for its high-quality original designs, is kicking off 2009 with fantastic new fashion-forward designs, a renewed charitable mission and new national representation. “We’re looking forward to the new year and are starting off 2009 with some exciting new products and developments,” said Beth Lang, founder of Alexa’s Angels.

Midwest Introduces World's Largest Sock Monkey During Winter Market

admin — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 09:05:13 -0600

Cannon Falls, MN – Midwest, leading designer and manufacturer of the Seasons of Cannon Falls®, Colonial Candle® and Delight™ brands, takes its popular plush sock monkeys to new heights – literally – by introducing the world’s largest Genuine Monkeez sock monkey during the Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market.

NCE Seeks Chapter 11 Protection

admin — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 20:18:29 -0600

Milford, OH -- New Creative Enterprises (NCE), a leading designer and manufacturer of outdoor living décor and gift items, decided to seek Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in an effort to maximize value for its creditors and restructure the company or find a financial partner, according to Benno Duenkelsbuehler, president and CEO since the end of 2006. The current global banking/credit crisis, coupled with a significant sales drop before new regional sales agencies were recently appointed, were the main reasons behind the company's decision.

Area Rug Trend Leader Turns Five, Expands at Americasmart

admin — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 20:10:50 -0600

Atlanta —Five years after its debut in Atlanta, Loloi Rugs makes another statement as it celebrates a major expansion in its current AmericasMart showroom (Building 1, 4C7). Loloi is adding 3,000 square feet and will unveil its new, grander 8,000-sq. ft. showroom during the January Atlanta International Area Rug Market. “We pride ourselves on providing superior personal customer service, and when we were ready to make our official introduction to the industry, we wanted a home that aligns with our business standards and practices,” says Amir Loloi, founder of Loloi Rugs.