Show Review UK - Issue 109 December/January

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Issue: 109 - December/January 2014/15

Show Reviews:

Top Drawer Home & Gift, Harrogate Pg 4

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Also Inside This Issue Ideal Home Show Autumn Fair International Plus much more...

Next Edition Hospitality Show Farm Shop & Deli and much more...

Your Essential Guide To The Biggest And Best Exhibitions Held In The UK

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Show Review UK Magazine Issue 109

Show Review UK

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Top Drawer

EDITOR’S COMMENT Welcome to the latest edition of Show Review UK. Hasn’t the weather been freezing?! We have had a couple of snowy moments but nothing spectacular so far, perhaps the worst is yet to come.

While we have been wrapped up warm over autumn and winter our team at Show Review UK have been working hard travelling the country attending various exhibitions to conduct our unique ‘Best Selected Exhibitor’ reviews.

In our December/January edition you will be spoilt for choice with the selection of reviews we have featured for you. Starting off this edition of the magazine is Home & Gift, Harrogate. This event was full of outstanding exhibitors who launched various new products and showcased their best sellers to the Gift & Retail industry. Our directors have singled out who they felt stood out at this years event.

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Autumn Fair Pg 12

Ideal Home Show Pg 17

Following Home & Gift is Top Drawer London. Based around the Gift & Retail Industry, visitors of the show were treated to some of the most innovative and unique products on the market. With an increased attendance of 4% it proved to be an event not to be missed.

World of Learning

Next up is the Autumn Fair International. It attracted over 29’000 visitors at the NEC, Birmingham with an increase of overseas buyers as well. With 1000’s of product brands to browse our directors were extremely impressed with the high quality exhibitors on show this year. Find out who we singled out as the best at the show.

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Finally we also have our reviews on the the Ideal Home Show at Christmas and also the World of Learning Exhibition. All fantastic events and full of the most innovative products in their industries.

Find out who we selected as our ‘Best Selected Exhibitors’ for these exhibitions further into the magazine.

So grab a cup of tea or coffee, sit back and read on to see who catches your imagination in this edition...

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HOME & GIFT HARROGATE

Home & Gift Harrogate - Best Selected Exhibitors UWORLDWIDE: Luxury Brands & Bespoke Printed Products.

Cuckoo: Bringing New & Exciting Toys and Gifts To The Market...

UWORLDWIDE are based in NW England and we distribute branded products that focus on weather & luxury travel accessories. We pride ourselves on showcasing well-made merchandise to help stores breathe fresh air into their accessories offering.

Cuckoo continues to being committed to bringing new and exciting toys and gifts to the market.

They aim to do this whilst keeping to the belief that their products have lasting play value and educational benefit.

we www.uworldwide.com info@uworldwide.com tel: 01204 238300

Umbrellas Our umbrella collections offer high quality products combined with innovative technologies, stylish appearance and timeless elegance. Our travel accessories aim to solve the problems faced by the frequent traveller. As specialists in umbrellas, gazebos and parasols we can also offer our clients a full branding service to enable you to create full bespoke items.

HOME OF LUXURY BRANDS

We distribute worldwide brands such as Blunt, Doppler, Bugatti, Prato, BrollyDry, M-Clip & Rollor. Are you tired of seeing the same old same in every store? Our commitment to supplying the best products for your needs is born from years of experience within the accessory market so get in touch today, immerse yourself in our world and start to enjoy the weather!

Cuckoo endeavours to supply toys, which are suitable for children with special needs who find play more challenging. The company distributes a wide range of brands including Alex Toys (USA), Alexander Dolls (USA) Sugar Pie (Aus), the Rudolph Schaffer collection (Germany), Ecoboo bamboo toys (UK), Streamline novelty Clocks (USA) Barrutoys (Spain) and T.S.SHURE (USA).

Telephone: 01937 848460 Website: www.cuckoo.ltd.uk Email: info@cuckoo.ltd.uk

Telephone: 01204 238 300 - Email: info@uworldwide.com Website: www.uworldwide.com

My Gifts Trade: Home & Gift Supplies For Traders.

My Gifts Trade are a leading wholesaler of giftware and licenced products. Our product range includes Chinaware, Homeware, Jewellery, Accessories, Greetings Cards, Stationery, Novelty Goods and more.

At this year’s shows we launched an exciting range of homeware and gifts for the renowned designers Hinchcliffe and Barber. Inspired by a love of the British countryside, these collections draw from some of their most popular archives).

Featuring designs that were created using traditional craft skills, our ceramic and textile ranges have proved to be widely acclaimed.

Also this year we displayed our new licenced designs from Valentina Ramos, who has inspired a colourful, vibrant range of giftware. Another of our licenced collections is ‘Spirit’, which includes abstract and colourful interpretations of city landmarks.

My Gifts Trade are also the official suppliers of BBC licensed products, offering home and giftware products from popular ranges such as Doctor Who, Top Gear and Something Special.

Email: sales@mygiftstrade.co.uk Phone: 0161 946 1234 www.mygiftstrade.co.uk

Crabtree & Evelyn: Original Fragrances, Fine Foods and Gorgeous Gifts!

Founded 42 years ago by Cyrus Harvey, Crabtree & Evelyn has evolved since 1972 from a small, family-run business specialising in fine soaps from around the world, to an international company with a strong retail presence in more than 65 countries with over 200 wholly owned branded retail stores worldwide. Soaps were the first products to be launched under the Crabtree & Evelyn brand and from here the product portfolio expanded to include English Flower Waters and Toilet Waters, Bath Gels and Men’s Colognes.

The use of natural ingredients continued with the introduction of preserves, biscuits, teas and confectionery and Crabtree & Evelyn became known for its gourmet products in beautiful, botanically inspired packaging. The company continues to draw on its rich heritage and knowledge of plants and botanicals whilst embracing new discoveries.

Today the Crabtree & Evelyn product range comprises fragrances, bath and shower gels, soaps, home spa products, body lotions, hand creams and home fragrance. The ethos of the company remains, seeking out the most beneficial ingredients inspired by nature to create a range of products which make a world of difference. A blend of the very best of nature and science coupled with tradition and innovation.

Telephone: 0800 1114 406 - Website: www.crabtree-evelyn.co.uk

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Home & Gift Harrogate - Best Selected Exhibitors Bexy Boo Designs: Greeting Cards and Bespoke Pictures...

Bexy Boo Designs is a refreshingly contemporary new company that creates beautiful, hand-finished greetings cards and picture frames, made entirely in the UK from the best selected materials.

We have 3 new cards ranges : Renew your enthusiasm of the board game with ‘Scrabbley Scribbles’, meet the ‘Stick Chicks’ Fairies and Super Heroes and enjoy the Swarovski sparkles of the Wooden Wishes.

Every card is printed in the UK on top quality board, lovingly hand-finished in the Cheshire studio and individually wrapped and packed with a co-ordinating envelope.

Our fantastic ‘Scrabbley Pictures’ have launched with outstanding success and literally’ flying off retailers shelves’.

Babies 1st Christmas won ‘Editors Pick’ at Harrogate 2014. All entirely hand-made, this quirky and original range is a perfect gift for all occasions.

www.lunaporcelain.co.uk

Snug by Design: A Unique Collection of Handmade Signs and Accessories!

Snug by Design is a small independent business that creates gorgeous handmade signs, hand printed cushions and home accessories from our little studio in Wetherby, West Yorkshire.

We make beautiful items for you and your home and as each product is handmade your purchase will always be unique! www.snugbydesign.co.uk snugbydesign@yahoo.co.uk Mobile: 07889207842

All Bexy Boo cards and gifts are sprinkled with a little bit of love.

Website: www.bexyboo.co.uk Telephone: 01565 830546

Windhorse: Ethically Traded Giftware.

For over 30 years Windhorse has been ethically sourcing giftware and homeware from developing countries around the world – and funding community social projects where the products are made. Their products are much in demand, from independent - thinking retailers across the UK and Ireland, and many are in-house designs exclusive to Windhorse. They stock a wide range of fast moving lines, from windchimes and metal plaques to Moroccan lanterns, handmade cotton rugs, bronze buddhas and ceramic foxes.

And their globally sourced products are constantly refreshed - in fact, 30% of what they’re showing at this Autumn Fair is brand new stock that makes great Xmas lines and are available for you in good time for Xmas.

At a time of economic challenge, when retailers are looking to be both commercial and have a heart in the face of corporate globalization, Windhorse offers distinctive, sellable products with a friendly personal service.

Visit our website www.windhorse.biz to find products that your customers will love.

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Home & Gift Harrogate - Best Selected Exhibitors Craftwerk: Unique Sculptural 3D The Old Bag Company: Don’t Go Needle Felting Kits...

Round In Circles!

Heather O’Leary of Craftwerk has designed an exceptional series of sculptural 3D needle felting kits using native British wool.

From an immensely tactile Shetland wool Panda to a hugely expressive Old English Sheepdog in the Advanced kit series, and a Bearded Elf to a Curly Sheep in the Beginners range, Craftwerk kits represent a delightful introduction to this quite magical craft form.

Heather is launching a number of Christmas kits, among them a charming little Snowman and a Baby Penguin. In addition, Heather has just completed her design for a wonderful Alpaca, complete with a genuine British reared Alpaca wool coat.

All of the kits carry the British Wool Mark as standard, and Craftwerk is also a supporter of the Campaign for Wool. Craftwerk is a true celebration of British Design and British wool and the kits make ideal gifts for Christmas.

Website: Craftwerk.co.uk Tel: 01492 643488 Email: heather.nutt1@btinternet.com

Don’t go round in circles it’s all here……… The brand new CIRCLE range from The Old Bag Company.

With this contemporary and fresh feel to this new design available in on-trend colours we are delighted to offer it in our most popular designs, Poppy, Sophie, Burtie and Betty and also in the Baby Changing Bags which now have stroller straps.

We also have our Commemorative Poppy range and we are proud to donate a percentage of sale proceeds to The Royal British Legion Women’s Section.

To view our Award Winning full range go to www.tholdbagcompany.com Telephone: 01548 853444

Jo Downs Handmade Glass: Beautiful Range of Giftware...

Jane Abbott’s Fine Bone China: Quality and Classic British Style.

One of the world’s most prominent fused glass artists, British designer Jo Downs’ handcrafted work is inspired by the coastal setting of her Cornwall galleries.

Her range of beautiful giftware includes coasters, bowls, hangings, candle holders and seasonal gifts, alongside her much sought after statement interior pieces such as wall panels and art frames.

Jane Abbott’s Fine Bone China range is illustrated and designed by Jane at her Hertfordshire studio. The artwork is then individually hand applied to the china and fired in Stoke on Trent. The emphasis is on quality and classic British style.

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Jo has also developed her studio to undertake larger architectural and interior projects. Her innovative designs have earned her commissions for cruise liners, hotels, churches and corporate headquarters. She has also created hundreds of private commissions, producing fused glass windows, mirrors, wall panels and other artworks for homes around the world.

The collection includes Pheasant, Grouse, Partridge, Hens and Dancing Mice and is inspired by the Great British countryside, eccentricities and traditions.

It is extremely popular with men, women and children alike.

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Janes’ china can be found in various independent shops around the country from The House of Bruar in the Highlands to Fodder in Harrogate, Yorkshire, Wales and the Home Counties.

Website: www.janeabbott.com

For further information contact Jo Downs Handmade Glass, Pennygillam Way, Pennygillam, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 7ED, Tel 01566 779779. www.jodowns.com

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Home & Gift Harrogate - Best Selected Exhibitors Schnucki Images: Unique, Innovative Greeting Cards & Stationery!

Heyland & Whittle: Sandalwood & Oud - ‘New’ Exotic and Luxurious Scent!

Schnucki Images was born out of years of experience as a Sales Agent in the card industry. Schnucki Images is an independent distributor offering unique, innovative greeting cards & stationery products from Berlin, Paris & New York. The ranges are very diverse suiting all tastes and ages: from lenticular 3D, to pretty, arty and humorous. If you want something truly original, come and browse our site.

Introducing our ‘new’ fragrance, Sandalwood & Oud. Heyland & Whittle has captured this exotic and luxurious scent complimenting it with warm Sandalwood to fill your home with a rich warmth this winter.

Derived from Agarwood, the most expensive wood in the world, the incense of Oud evokes the spirit of balmy Arabian nights. Available in a 100ml reed diffuser, 230g candle in a class, 180g candle in a tin and a 200ml diffuser refill.

We sell cards, gifts and stationery from Europe and always looking for new, beautiful designs.

In our range we have lenticular products. As you change the angle of the card or picture in relation to your line of sight, you see the different image strips as a series of complete images.

We also have soft velvet cards for this touchy feely sensation.

Website: www.schnuckiimages.co.uk

Heyland & Whittle is committed to ensuring all their products are sulphate and paraben-free and continues to extend and develop its luxurious, British-made range.

Visit our website; www.heylandandwhittle.co.uk Alternatively contact us on sales@heylandandwhitte.co.uk or telephone 01293 525825

Farrah’s of Harrogate: Purveyors The Intelex Group: Heatable Soft of Fine Foods and Confectionary Toys and Gifts...

Farrah’s was established in 1840 by John Farrah who created the famous Harrogate Toffee and distinctive blue and silver tins. Today the business has developed and evolved into purveyors of fine foods and confectionary.

Personalisation is our speciality and we offer an extensive range of over 200 bespoke gift confectionery items, including biscuits, fudge and toffee, sweets, preserves, nougat, chocolate, tea, cakes and novelty items.

A wide assortment of packaging styles are available incorporating boxes, drum, churns, bags, tins and more.

We provide a range of personalisation options to suit your requirements, from a simple photograph of your choice in a standard template, to entirely bespoke artwork. Our own label service is free of charge, and our minimum order value is only £200.

We also offer the traditional range of Farrah’s embossed tins and a wide selection of branded items as an alternative range of confectionery gifts.

Website: www.farrahs.com Email: enquiries@farrahs.com Telephone: 01423 883000

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The Intelex Group has seen a continued rise in interest in their heatable toy range in recent months, with their range consistently expanding to include new characters and products to satisfy the growing demands of the market. They supply to over 8000 retailers worldwide, including big name stores such as Sainsbury’s, River Island and Debenhams. The Intelex Group has also expanded to supply internationally, proving the products popularity.

Traditionally, Intelex’s heatable toy products have proven to be popular and vital products during the winter season, for both providing heat application to relax tired and aching muscles and for keeping the bed warm during those cold winter nights. Simply put, the likes of Intelex’s Cozy Plush™ models and Hooty™ owls are great, microwavable substitutes for the traditional hot water bottle. The new range includes the highly anticipated Warmies® as well as new additions to the Cozy Plush™ and Hooty™ ranges.

Website: www.intelex.co.uk Email: sales@intelex.co.uk Telephone: 01933 679 777

TOP DRAWER SHOW

Top Drawer Show Review - Best Selected Exhibitors OLYMPIAN RESULTS FOR TOP DRAWER AND THE BRAND NEW AUTUMN HOME SHOW The new autumn edition of Home ran alonsgide the largest Top Drawer in many years to help secure 4% buyer increase and a 14% uplift in international visitors.

The two shows have created the ultimate Autumn event for design-led homewares and giftware buyers. Feedback from buyers and exhibitors welcomed the exciting developments, placing the show firmly at the forefront for trend leading retailers and design-led suppliers and buyers.

“We’ve been really pleased with the outcome of Home; there has been great footfall throughout show. You can immediately tell that Home offers only the best and it’s a great place to exhibit for us as the buyers who visit are also of the highest quality – so my brand is instantly understood.” Ella Doran, Owner, Ella Doran Taking place at the newly refurbished Olympia in London and showcasing over 800 exhibitors over 2 halls, organisers consider the event a resounding success. With new initiatives including Retail Masterclasses - a re-branded seminar agenda, and a luxury Indigo VIP Lounge designed by British designer Ella Doran, all presented within a newly captivating space with a stunning show design incorporating a striking entrance tunnel.

80% of exhibitors exclusive to Top Drawer Covering four vibrant zones packed with design-led products (Gift, Fashion, Children’s and Stationery and Greetings) Top Drawer offered buyers greater depth of product than ever with many exhibitors choosing to launch new ranges ahead of the forthcoming spring/summer season.

An impressive 80% of exhibitors were exclusive to the London show this autumn - a fact that was not lost on visitors who were pleased to discover a satisfying range of products within one easy to navigate event.

A new Home for Homeware…

The launch of Home’s autumn edition alongside Top Drawer successfully added a serious homewares offer to the Top Drawer mix this September. Home covered all the bases for buyers of design led homeware, including kitchen and dining, interior accessories, furniture and lighting with exclusive exhibitors including Alessi, LSA and Parlane, Garden Trading and PR Home.

Positive buyer reactions led to the highest exhibitor re-bookings on record, a sure indication that the autumn edition of Home will echo the success of the January edition which has more than doubled in size in just 3 years.

“The response from buyers has been incredible, they are all enthusiastic and make serious enquiries. We were delighted to be featured in the entrance tunnel, the show looks lovely and the atmosphere is buzzing” Linda, Iris Hantverk “I thoroughly enjoyed the show - I met some fabulous people and I thought the whole thing was beautifully arranged and well laid out.”

Liz Murray, Director, The Cookcraft Kitchen Shop

January promises more growth with the largest event of its type ever staged in London Top Drawer and Home promise further innovation for spring and will be joined by sister show Craft as well as a new floor devoted entirely to fashion accessories and jewellery plus a new talent section. Launched in 2014, Craft which already boasts a 50% increase in makers for 2015, is not to be missed. Together, the three events represent the largest ever event of its type in London, with over 1000 exhibitors spread across four halls and two floors. All three shows will take place at Olympia from 11th – 13th January 2015.

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Top Drawer Show Review - Best Selected Exhibitors Lovesmith UK: British Designed BerinMade: Fanciful Illustrations Scarves and Fashion Accessories and Beautifully Crafted Lettering A new and exciting brand of scarves created by designers Mark Goodhall and Leanda Bowden-Smith.

Producing strong visual designs across two ranges using the finest fabrics in wool and silk for Lovesmith UK and polyester crepe de chine for lovesmith urban. Generous sized scarves: long 60cms x 200cms, square 106Cms x 106cms and bandanas 48cms x 48cms.

Mark and Leanda both worked in television and film design, and share a mutual love of colour, design and fashion which led them to create The brand, Lovesmith.

All the artwork is designed and drawn by themselves, striving each season to produce quirky and unique pieces.

Many of the initial designs reflect their travels and experiences.

As award-winning paper-perfectionists, our mission is simple: to make gorgeous stop-in-your-tracks stationery with a surprising twist for our stylish and design-savvy clientele.

Each piece is designed by Erin and printed locally in England, using digital printing and hand-printed methods from our artists’ network right in the east end of London. We pride ourselves on the quality of our finished products, attention to detail, and our signature style that is youthful, vibrant and often a little tongue-in-cheek.

Our product range includes greetings cards, notebooks sets, hand-bound notepads, and prints for the home.

Website: www.berinmade.com Email: info@berinmade.com

The brand itself is going to develop with a range of shirts for men and Women and in time soft furnishings as requested by interior designers At Top Drawer in September.

Website: www.lovesmithuk.com

English Pewter Company: Debut Babouche Home: A New Brand Success at Top Drawer! of Homewares...

To mark their debut appearance at Top Drawer, English Pewter Company unveiled over 300 new lines to their already substantial range of quality pewter gifts.

A collection of sentiment gifts proved a real hit. Items such as trinket dishes, keyrings, spoons and photo frames each with a special message and elegantly gift boxed, proved popular with buyers.

Coupled with the fact that the company has no minimum order and will let customers order in quantities they are comfortable with, means it is easy to sample some new ideas.

Another popular line was the luxury range of mens shaving accessories. A fine collection of pewter shaving mugs, brushes and razors were very well received by those retailers looking to stock unusual items for their mens gift section.

Finally, a superb range of on-trend luxury gifts for the home, With ‘Country Theme’ becoming more and more popular, a range of tableware, home accessories and men’s gifts adopting themes such as Stag, Pheasant and Fox, the range has something that would certailnly appeal to the most discerning of buyers.

With over 1000 items in the range, all of which are proudly made in Sheffield, we strongly recommend a closer look at the English Pewter Company.

Telephone: 0114 2428710 - Website: www.englishpewter.co.uk

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We are proud owners of a new and exciting homewares brand called Babouche. We have had an amazing time launching our new collections at Top Drawer, the highlight was winning an award for one of the Best Selected Exhibitors. Showcasing our fun and fresh shoe print design for the first time really made for an eye catching stand and the response has been fantastic!

We have worked hard to develop a range of kitchen textiles and mugs that not only make you smile but also have a quality that makes them a pleasure to use day in day out. This unique and timeless design, inspired by two ladies with a passion for the simple things in life will make a perfect gift or even just a treat for yourself!

Please have a look at our fabulous ranges on www.babouchehome.co.uk.

If you are interested in becoming a stockist please contact us at gemma@babouchehome.co.uk

TOP DRAWER SHOW

Top Drawer Show Review - Best Selected Exhibitors Kiitta Designs: Contemporary Fine Bone China.

Kiitta Designs brings together traditional British chinaware shapes with a modern twist.

Kiitta Designs’s inspiration is an amalgamation of the owner’s origins from Finland with bright, bold, Scandinavian design influences and the British tradition of tea drinking.

These fine bone china products are loving hand decorated in Stoke on Trent with 9crt gold gilding.

They are perfect to create a luxurious table setting in one full design or a magnificent crazy collection.

Telephone: 07800 648347 Website: www.kiittadesigns.co.uk Email: kristina.blinnikka@icloud.com

DeBono & Bennett: Bringing You KeepCup: Keep It and Use It The Gift of Glitter!

Again and Again!

DeBono & Bennett are makers of affordable quirky gifts. Their creations consist of sparkling artworks, twinkling cushions and glittering tea towels/aprons.

Debuted at “Pulse” and “Top drawer” 2014, they have gained over 20 retail partners in their first six months.

This new and innovative British brand has developed a new technique called “Liberace” which allows glittered textiles to be machine-washed.

DeBono & Bennett love to spend hours having serious but comical, heated but (to be frank) bonkers conversations about what is going on in the world today. They channel these thoughts into desirable and affordable gifts that have a hidden depth.

Their aim is to infuse each artwork with their quirky sense of humour, sparking people’s imaginations in homes across the UK and beyond. All their gifts are sealed in their unique quirky packaging, hand finished and made in the UK For further information please contact Caroline. Phone: 0208 502 9179 E-mail: debonoandbennett.com@hotmail.com Website: www.debonoandbennett.com

It started in a Melbourne café in 2008 with a simple idea; Keep it and use it again.

KeepCup offers premium on the go cups that combine innovative design, serious environmental credentials and a beautiful aesthetic. Sold in premium retailers and the best specialty coffee roasters in over 32 countries.

Features include 5 standard café sizes, splash proof lid, lightweight design, dishwasher safe, colourful, recyclable, fits in a car holder and allows you to become part of a global campaign.

Available ranges include recently launched glass, Alchemy Brew, limited edition Alchemy Brew CORK (#1 best-seller globally) and Alchemy Original.

We’re now offering free freight on all orders of 40+ KeepCups from December 1, 2014 until March 31, 2015 (conditions apply).

Become part of the solution and promote the movement of reuse. Feel Good. Do Good.

Please contact Bahar Gharaei-Tafti for more info on 0207 042 3300 or email: bahar@keepcup.com

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Top Drawer Show Review - Best Selected Exhibitors Judy Lumley Prints: 3-D Cards I-CLIP®: The Sexiest Wallet In That Stand Out From The Crowd The World!

For those occasions when a greeting card is not enough, illustrator Judy Lumley has designed a stunning range of original 3-D cards that stand out from the crowd. These striking paper sculptures are created from original lino cuts in her Hertfordshire studio and are a new alternative to a traditional greetings card.

The designs were initially based on animals and birds but now they have been extended to include a range of occasions and activities.

There are lovebirds for Valentines or weddings, a stork for a new baby and turkey, pheasant and Santa for Christmas.

These elegant cards, which have room in side for a message and are posted flat and the recipient simply slots the wings together to make them stand up.

They are produced on high quality 300gms card and are printed and finished in England.

Website: www.judylumley.com Email: judy@judylumley.com

After 10 years of developing high-end lifestyle products which add a splash of colour to everyday life, the designer Frank Mayer revisits the must-have fashion accessory for your cards.

A classy wallet to suit any outfit or occasion.

His key concept? “Male Elegance”.

A simple flip and you will find your cards with ease. Light and compact with only 15 millimetres it can contain from 1 up to 12 cards. You also find space to store your receipts and banknotes.

The desirable (Made in Germany) product is available in several different natural materials: calf, caiman and ostrich leather as well as stingray skin.

Discovering the colour pallet is akin to a getaway to Morocco ochre, Far East red lacquer or Austral night blue.

With its elegant lines and intuitive design, the I-CLIP is perfectly suited to the modern trends of today.

Visit: www.i-clip.com Contact Details: Name: Jonathan Boehm Email: jonathan.boehm@i-clip.com Tel: +49 6322 9548 03

Little Butterfly London: A Gentle Lift...A Precious Gift...

Delicate as a butterfly ... only the gentlest and most precious ingredients combine to create dreamy organic-certified baby skincare. This is nature at her finest ... pure indulgence for your little one.

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Little Butterfly London, Britain’s first luxury organic-certified skincare range for babies only, has an air of elegance, with chalky pastel hues, fine natural oak wood closures made in Spain, raised-ink labels made in France and presented in luxurious cartons.

Created with care in London and manufactured exclusively in England the products are formulated to the highest standards, organic-certified by Ecocert, hypoallergenic, dermatologically tested and free of mineral oil, paraffin, parabens, silicones, SLS, DEA, TEA, PEGs or artificial fragrances and never tested on animals.

TERRIBLE TWINS - SWEDEN

WhatWeDo - DENMARK

A high-end organics label that treads lightly on the planet... and brings a touch of magic to the nursery routine. www.littlebutterflyorganic.com | info@littlebutterflyorganic.com 1KERTAA2 - FINLAND

VISSEVASSE - DENMARK

RO COLLECTION - DENMARK

BRINGING DESIGN-LED BRANDS AND RETAILERS TOGETHER E: info@designandquality.co.uk W: www.designandquality.co.uk

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TOP DRAWER SHOW

Top Drawer Show Review - Best Selected Exhibitors Universopositivo: Refined and Timeless Playful Universe!

Welcome to universopositivo.

Discover design democratization through contemporary, multifunctional and European made furniture. Our first collection was presented in September 2013 at Maison&Objet fair in Paris. It was a fresh and dynamic celebration of a surprising mix between solid oak and laquered metal.

Universopositivo was initiated by Ethnicraft and the designers duo Jan&Lara. The collection navigates through collaborations with Hertel & Klarhoefer, David Caspar Schäfer, Thomas Merlin or Jonas Wahlström.

It takes you to a refined and timeless playful universe.

In our “Universo Positivo”, each piece of furniture, each accessory or lighting was created with a sense of aesthetics and simplicity, and a coherent approach of lifestyle.

Enjoy life, enjoy our universe.

Telephone: +32 3 443 01 00 Website: www.universopositivo.com Email: info@universopositivo.com

Neola: #EscapeTheOrdinary Neola is a London based jewellery designer offering unique and imaginative collections in sterling silver and gold vermeil. Our skilled artisans make every piece by hand, using only precious metals and natural gemstones.

Neola is synonymous with intricate and unusual designs, inspired by a lifelong passion for travelling. The rich tapestry of art, architecture and nature are also reflected in the design, resulting in a fusion of organic and fluid shapes set against more linear and minimalist lines.

Neola means ‘youthful’ in the attitudinal sense of being creative, playful, curious, and free spirited.

Neola is a constantly evolving, absorbing new influences and translating them into directional designs.

Neola was first launched in a pop-up store in Notting Hill and is now available on www.neoladesign.com and selected jeweller stores and designer botiques. #EscapeTheOrdinary - imaginative designs with an eclectic twist.

Halcyon Days: Decades of Royal Warrants!

Established in 1950, Halcyon Days is known for specialising in creating the ultimate keepsake hand-crafted and decorated enamels made in Britain and has accumulated all three Royal Warrants to the British Royal Household as suppliers of Objets d’Art. Over the years, the product selections have grown and now offer English fine bone china, luxury lifestyle goods, filled candles, soft accessories and jewellery - all of which are beautifully packaged.

T: 0844 880 8210 W: www.halcyondays.co.uk E: enquiries@halcyondays.co.uk

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Autumn Fair International - Best Selected Exhibitors

STRONG EDITION OF AUTUMN FAIR INTERNATIONAL REFLECTS REVITALISED MARKETS • Minister of State for Trade & Investment, Lord Livingston, launches UKTI’s e-export programme at the exhibition • The Lighting Industry Association forges a new partnership with Autumn Fair that will see the launch of The Light Show at next year’s event • A buoyant furniture and home interiors market and booming eCommerce industry fuel growth • Over 29,000 visitors and more international buyers increased the footfall at this year’s show Autumn Fair International, an i2i Events Group exhibition, attracted more than 29,000* visitors to this year’s event, which took place at The NEC, Birmingham from September 7 – 10 2014.

Retailers from 84 countries turned out to see 60,000 new product launches from 1,400 suppliers across 12 different market sectors at the UK’s largest and most important seasonal trade show. There was a rise in footfall compared with Autumn Fair 2013 as more visitors opted to attend on multiple days.

A buoyant atmosphere was apparent throughout the event, where 400 companies were exhibiting for the first time this year. The positivity reflected a strengthened British retail industry that is benefitting from good tourist trade and a welcome bounce back in the furniture market amidst improved housing sales.

Buyers from some of the most prestigious stores in the world attended Autumn Fair to select new ranges from the wealth of product launches on display, including: Fortnum & Mason, Liberty’s, The National Trust, John Lewis, Selfridges, The Science Museum, Harrods, Topshop, WH Smith, Laura Ashley, The Eden Project, Homebase, Heal’s, Clintons, Haskins, Toys R Us, Sainsbury’s, Haskins, Tesco, Warner Leisure Hotels, River Island and Fenwick.

Speaking during the show, independent retailer Mark Jones of Occasions Retail said: “Because it’s the last big push before Christmas you’re able to get those key items that are on trend at any particular moment that can draw people into our stores.”

Kevin Bellwood of Roobarb Retail also gave Autumn Fair the seal of approval, saying that “If you are a retailer you cannot afford to not be here.” This view was echoed by the owner of Wild Olive, Julie Holmes, who exhibited her award-winning Body, Bath & Home fragrance company within the superb Contemporary Gift & Home sector.

“It’s our fifth Autumn Fair,” said Julie, “and along with Spring Fair this is one of our most important shows. Autumn Fair is very good for Christmas and we’ve had a very high level of order taking, also picking up a lot of leads. In this industry exhibiting is absolutely vital and for retailers it’s equally important to visit, I don’t see how you can run shops without visiting trade shows, people just need to come”.

The upswing in retail markets that helped generate such a positive atmosphere at Autumn Fair also points to a strong 2015 edition of Spring Fair International. Spring Fair is the UK’s largest retail trade show, where international trade and ecommerce are high on the agenda and participants will have the perfect opportunity to maximise their profits in the year to come. 3,000 of the world’s best suppliers will use the event as their launchpad for the year ahead, with some 70,000 retailers selecting merchandise from hundreds of thousands of new products and market-leading brands.

The importance of i2i Events Group exhibitions to the wider retail industry and UK economy has been marked by a number of new or enhanced collaborations and partnerships with government

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agencies and trade associations, including UK Trade & Investment (UKTI), The Lighting Industry Association and Brands of China.

UK Trade & Investment (UKTI), the Government Department that helps UK-based companies succeed in the global economy, chose to launch its new e-Exporting Programme at Autumn Fair. Lord Livingston, Minister of State for Trade & Investment gave the keynote speech announcing the Programme and Dan Wagner, CEO and founder of mobile payments company Powa Technologies, shared his perspective on how technology has developed over the years in Britain to help retailers.

The initiative is aimed at encouraging UK exporters to reach out to the generation of digitally-capable consumers who are increasingly influenced through online channels. With more and more retailers now adopting a multi-channel approach to delivering goods, services and information to the consumer, the increasing importance of e-commerce as a way of tapping into new markets is a key issue for the international retail industry.

Lord Livingston commented: “The UK leads the world in cross-border online sales, but there is still much more we can do to help British business seize this huge opportunity with forecasts of three billion online consumers in just three years.”

Speaking at the close of the show, Portfolio Director Nick Davison commented: I’d like to thank all the fantastic suppliers and visiting retailers for supporting the show, which has an unrivalled reputation as the seasonal exhibition of choice for the UK market”.

Florelle: Realistic Artificial Flowers, Trees, Plants & Decorations!

Florelle is a long standing supplier to the retail trade of all types of artificial flowers, trees, plants and christmas decorations. Following seasonal trends we can supply your company with a quality service and meet your specific needs.

We are a family run company established in 1981 and pride ourselves on excellent customer care. Our team has many years experience from sourcing the products worldwide to delivering them effectively to market and the Autumn Fair International is the perfect opportunity for us to showcase this. Our large exhibition stand at the front of the Volume Hall displays all product effectively, enabling customers to see for themselves the quality and care we take over our artificial plants.

We hope to see you there next time!

Contact details: Telephone: 01484 353 000 Email: sales@florelle.co.uk Website: www.florelle.co.uk

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Autumn Fair International - Best Selected Exhibitors Voyage Decoration: Innovative and Stylish Designs For The Home Voyage Decoration has built a reputation worldwide with innovative and stylish designs for the interiors market. Our boundless energy, creative focus and expertise allow us to reinvent ourselves each season.

Voyage Maison creates considered and beautifully designed cushions, accessories and furniture for your home. Each piece is individually designed using natural fibres such as cotton, linen, wool and silk.

Our vibrant in-house design studio is renowned for creating imaginative designs, each one hand drawn or painted. We specialise in watercolour painting, a style which allows us to express ourselves in a truly unique way. We use print, embroidery, weave, woven velvet and British wool to enhance our look. Designs are printed in our own printworks on natural Scottish linen allowing us to capture every detail and lively hue by retaining the quality of the original paintings. Voyage Maison cushions and soft accessories are all manufactured in Great Britain.

Telephone: 0141 641 1700 - Website: www.voyagedecoration.com Email: info@voyfab.co.uk

Seascape Island Apothecary: Discover Bath & Body Luxury...

A 100% British brand, award - winning Seascape Island Apothecary features 7 different ranges of luxury bath and body collections, something for the whole family.

Inspired by and including ingredients from the beautiful island of Jersey, Seascape is the most exciting new bath & body collection to hit the market in a long time.

Featuring maternity - safe ranges and an award - winning children’s range that’s been certified by a dermatologist, Seascape works as well, if not better that it looks and smells.

Amongst the most popular products are the 8ml Soothe Sleep Oil, the 75ml Refresh Hand & Nail Cream, the very invigorating 175ml Uplift Sea Salt Scrub and the newest addition to the Seascape collection - the very refreshing 100ml Soothe Body Mist.

All Seascape products are 100% natural essential oil based formulations and are paraben, silicone, petroleum and SLS free.

Suitable for vegetarians, Seascape Island Apothecary does not use artificial colors or synthetic fragrances and Seascape is against animal testing.

Discover Seascape - Island Apothecary.

The best kept secret in luxury toiletries.

Whether it is our striking packaging, our natural fragrances or our product performance, Seascape is one of the most exciting bath & body collections to come out of Britain in a long time.

NEW! 100ml SOOTHE BODY MIST FROM SEASCAPE! Introducing our new 100ml Soothe Body Mist from Seascape. With a beautifully blended natural essential oil mix of lavender, bitter orange, mandarin orange peel and ylang ylang, our new Body Mist is refreshingly light and very relaxing at the same time. Part of our maternity - safe Soothe range, the Body Mist joins our award winning 8ml Sleep Oil, our very decadent 175ml Body Butter and our 300ml Body Wash. RRP: £16.00.

SEASCAPE ISLAND APOTHECARY: A 100% BRITISH BRAND Email: contact@seascapeuk.com Web: www.seascapeuk.com Tel: 0845 003 5255 COME AND SEE US AT STAND 20C15, SPRING FAIR, NEC, BIRMINGHAM, FEBRUARY 1st - 5th!

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Autumn Fair International - Best Selected Exhibitors Chic Antique: French Country Style!

Trianquility: A Revolution In Comfort...

Chic Antique is a woman’s passion for the unique as a dream developed into a business.

The dream started on a hot summer day in the south of France, but not by the sea where most tourists are. This woman went to the countryside and to the small villages where you still find the past. At the flea markets, an old French tradition, you still find the most beautiful things - beautiful things that look like they did in the past. The uniqueness cannot be erased by time!

This is where Chic Antique was born.

Old beautiful things deserve a future and this was the beginning.

Today Chic Antique has a broad selection of interior, furniture and decorations which upholds the “Chic Antique” style.

The style is both unique and rustic mixed with French romance.

“Dreams are meant to come true, otherwise they are just dreams!”

Chic Antique, Denmark When the past creates the future.

Website: www.chicantique.dk/en

Autumn Fair 2014 saw the launch of an innovative product, designed and manufactured in the UK. It’s not quite a re-invention of the wheel…merely of the humble cushion. This is a design that is set to revolutionise comfort.

Cushions have become more of a decorative item, but Trianquility cushions are designed to sit perfectly into the corner of your sofa or chair, where we all love to snuggle up.

Due to their unique 3D shape Trianquility cushions stay put even on leather, requiring no plumping or fussing. Available in three sizes, they are not only eye catching but are functional and comfortable.

The secret is at the back, where there are three panels doing all the work.

When used either in the corner of the sofa or square onto the back they offer great lumbar support.

There is no longer any need to compromise on comfort.

Website: www.trianquility.com Telephone: 07793 288644

Aimex: Mini, Portable, Compact and Versatile Speakers!

Aimex (UK) Ltd is UK based trading company and supplier of high quality goods and customised merchandise services for wholesalers, retailers, and individual customers. Now, Aimex presents a few collections of portable Bluetooth speakers with creative and amazing design and ground-breaking sound quality.

Can you image a speaker with a “toilet shaped design”? This Music Toilet Speaker has built in a high-quality speaker which works wirelessly through Bluetooth.

Not creative enough? Magic Mushroom Lamp & Speaker combine in an innovated gadget mushroom shape with wireless Bluetooth reception of music.

If above creative portable speakers cannot grab your interest, check out our Water Dancing Speaker. It allows you to watch the dancing water inside the speaker while your body flow with the rhythm of the music. The multi-colored LED lights reflect off the water and create many marvellous visual effects.

Above speakers are light weighted, portable, versatile, and compatible with majority of smart devices. It is perfect for your loved ones for all occasions.

Tel: 0333 088 0008 - Email: info@aimex.eu - Website: www.aimex.eu

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Autumn Fair International - Best Selected Exhibitors TP24 Introduces Their Super-Slim Bluw: Showcasing Award-Winning G40 LED Downlight Star Wars Homewares Range The designers at TP24 are introducing their all new, super slim, Plug & Play LED downlight; upgradeable, building regulations compliant, fire and IP65 rated. These downlights have been developed with the installer in mind and at only 55mm deep, insulation can be rolled right over the top.

This downlight is suitable for bathrooms, showers and kitchens ensuring low energy can be the first choice every time.

Super quick fit - Plug & Play downlights can have all the cable laid in preparation. Additional cables can be inserted between the slimline canisters which can be added last.

Advantages of this system are numerous; these fittings have been designed to be future proof with the use of the replaceable G40 lamp which can be upgraded as LED technology improves.

TP24 has over 500 of modern, stylish and glamorous LED fittings.

Telephone: 0844 822 8096 Website: www.tp24.com

KidKraft: Live. Learn. Play.

KidKraft specializes in toys that are inventive, interactive and educational. Play kitchens, dollhouses, doll furniture and train sets are just some of the many items that KidKraft is known for throughout the world. KidKraft also makes children’s furniture items such as chairs, tables, train tables, vanities and beds. In fact, if it goes in your young boy or girl’s bedroom, there’s a good chance KidKraft makes it!

After more than 40 years in the industry, KidKraft continues to take the wooden toys and furniture industry by storm.

KidKraft’s product line is always expanding.

Is there something you need for your child that KidKraft does not make? Just wait 6 months and look again – it’s very possible that KidKraft will be making it by then.

This Spring, KidKraft is introducing two new categories into their line.

The KidKraft Magnetic Dress Up Doll sets includes two magnetic dolls and 51 accessory pieces to mix and match and create your very own hot new look. The Travel Box Play Sets allows you to take playtime with you on the go! With four different travel cases which open up into four different themes - beauty salon, emergency rescue, Farm and Princess.

Each Travel Case includes wooden toys and accessories.

With its high quality standards, dependable products and endless imagination, parents trust KidKraft to create smart, sophisticated products that their children are sure to love.

At Spring Fair 2015 Bluw will be exhibiting gift ranges from leading licenses as well as our own brands. We will be showcasing our award-winning Star Wars(tm) homewares range that includes an X-Wing(tm) Knife Block and Lightsaber(tm) BBQ tongs as well as exciting new additions like Illuminated Canvases and Stormtrooper(tm) bookends. We will also be presenting a new range of Smileyworld(tm) branded homewares that help you express yourself through every little thing.

Our in-house brands are going from strength to strength right now and these should not be missed. Silly Socks has hilarious socks for all ages that are guaranteed to put some fun on your feet. Our own-brand Bluw Gifts label has crazy creations like a Desktop Buddha (press his belly for instant zen sfx!), a Dad Dance Mat that’s perfect for any Dads that wanna have fun and the fortune-telling Mystic Mug. Come and see us on stand 6H31 Website: www.bluw.com

Handirest: The Ultimate Manicure Cushion!

Handirest is the perfect manicure accessory, ideal for use at home or in a salon environment.

Already embraced by nail professionals up and down the country, Handirest holds the hand comfortably, keeping is steady and secure during the application of nail polish, gels, foils, acrylics and more intricate nail art.

Fingers are kept slightly raised and separated ensuring a comfortable manicure and a smudge free finish.

An ideal product to compliment a beauty or gift range, the patent protected design is durable, easy to clean and resistant to nail polish remover.

Recently endorsed by top magazines Cosmopolitan, Scratch and Salon.

Handirest is available online www.handirest.com Telephone: 01494 440 022 Email: info@handirest.com

Telephone: +31 (0)20 305 8620 - Website: www.kidkraft.com

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Autumn Fair International - Best Selected Exhibitors Lovelane: A Leading Supplier Of Pictures And Wall Art. Based in Manchester, we are one of the UK’s leading suppliers of pictures to the high street.

At Lovelane we appreciate the importance of style and trends. In a constantly changing and challenging market, we offer a continually updated selection of framed art, ideal for contemporary and traditional living.

With a range exceeding 1000 products and regular bespoke contracts that we undertake, you can trust our experience to supply all of your picture needs.

For further information please contact garyskelton@lovelaneltd.com

FabScraps: Timeless Keepsakes!

We are the first and largest scrapbooking manufacturer in South African, we design, develop and produce co-ordinated collections in-house and offer custom designed individual products as well as kits in fabric, and paper.

We are geared for mass production with trained staff of which at least half of them have been with Fabscraps from inception.

FabFabrix will be the first company in the world to put together manufactured pre-cut fabric quilt kits and are in tune with design trends around the world. Our 12 design team members are trendsetters in their own country and they design projects and kits for us.

We attend 4 - 6 trade shows a year, which ensures we are in touch with what the rest of the design world are doing. We are a proudly South African based and owned PTY, which allows us the flexibility in price negotiation and product and kit development.

Contact Details: Website: www.fabscrapsusa.com Email: sales@fabscraps.com Telephone: 616-328-6220

E-Gistics Provide Competitive Carrier Rates For Uk Retailers.

Stow Green: Successful Launch of New Range...

We partner with a number of trusted carriers to suit the retailer and their consumer’s needs, ranging from a premium air express solution to an untracked postal service. Because we consolidate multiple retailer volumes, we are able to negotiate keen prices.

We expect to ship in excess of 4 million shipments this year.

Established in 1975 Stow Green is known for providing quality and popular ranges of kitchenware, housewares and Basketware to independents throughout the UK and Ireland.

2014 has been a dynamic year for Stow Green including an enthusiastic focus on new and refreshed ranges which has resulted in extremely good take up form new and existing customers.

Autumn Fair was a great success resulting in Stow Green being recognised in the Top 25 Best Exhibitors.

An excellent level of interest was enjoyed at Autumn Fair. Our new coordinated ranges of Mugs, Trays, Table Mats and Coasters were well received as were the four new collections of kitchen textiles now in stock.

The launch of the Peter Rabbit inspired range of Table top items and kitchen accessories secured very substantial results. Delightful designs in both the Cotemporary and the Classic ranges ensure exceptional take-up in either giftware of kitchenware departments.

Further developments lie ahead with an ongoing programme of investment in place to maintain Stow Green’s progress in today’s fast moving market.

Contact us on 01451 821491 or sales@ stowgreen.co.uk for further information on our range.

Most retailers could save money simply by segmenting their orders by value and attributing the most relevant delivery service to that order. We help our customers create what we call a “Carrier Architecture” through consultation and then we deliver this through a cloud based multi carrier system which requires one integration or data feed but provides the retailer with access to over 120 different carriers which future proof ’s their business.

We had a number of customers using City Link in December and when they sadly went into administration, none our retailers experienced any service disruption because we were able to swap them to an alternative carrier within 24 hours and in some cases less time.

Telephone: 0208 808 4239 Website: http://e-gistics.com Email: info@e-gistics.com

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IDEAL HOME SHOW

Ideal Home Show at Christmas - Best Selected Exhibitors IDEAL HOME SHOW AT CHRISTMAS CELEBRATES WITH 85,000 VISITORS AT THE FINAL EXHIBITION HELD AT EARLS COURT. The Ideal Home Show at Christmas celebrated its final show at Earls Court with the honour of being the final exhibition to be held at the venue before closing to the public.

and greeted show visitors. Peter Andre visited the Show on Sunday to greet fans and sign autographs.

Other highlights of the show included –

The award-winning festive home event, the Ideal Home Show at Christmas sponsored by Gocompare.com, welcomed a packed out crowd of 85,000 visitors through the doors of Earls Court its five day run this year – the final exhibition to take place at the iconic London venue. The show continues to be the biggest consumer home show at Christmas, with over 650 exhibitors offering thousands of unique products, a huge indoor Ice Rink and Christmas tree installation.

· Christmas Ice Rink, sponsored by Gocompare.com – The centrepiece of the exhibition was a spectacular ice rink to get visitors in the festive spirit and for the whole family to show off their moves!

There was also a Bandstand, which featured a whole host of talent and musical genres to bring the best Christmas tunes whilst individuals skated.

Rob Nathan, group marketing director for Media 10, who own the Ideal Home Show at Christmas, said: “With a huge number of visitors attending again this year, and an incredible opening day full of celebrities and live expert demos, we hope all who came had a day out to remember. We are sure our five day run helped to put the British public in the festive mood and really give them some inspiration for gifts for this year’s celebrations. A terrific final show for Earls Court, and an honour to be the final exhibition held here, before we return to our original roots at Olympia London next year.”

· The Christmas Theatre – The main theatre hosted talks and workshops from a range of experts to advise on how to create the perfect homemade Christmas. The hourly sessions focussed on making Christmas cards, festive wreaths, decorations, table settings and much more! · The Christmas Catwalk sponsored by Lexus – A round up of the latest trends and festive fashion, from the best Christmas party dresses, hair styles, and make up looks were demonstrated five times a day on the popular catwalk stage.

2014’s Christmas Show saw a host of celebrities on hand as ‘Ideal’ ambassadors for each section of the event to visitors. These included Suzi Perry, Gino D’Acampo , Olly Smith, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, and Lisa Faulkner. Gregg Wallace, also made a special appearance at his popular show Restaurant.

· The Christmas Food & Drink Theatre sponsored by Regina – This interactive theatre featured top celebrity chefs, including Gino D’Acampo, and drinks expert Olly Smith, giving handy hints and tips for Christmas culinary creations and festive tipples to match.

With live cook along demonstrations, foodies were able to learn from the experts in how to cook up a storm in the kitchen this Christmas.

And as well as all of these famous faces there were plenty others that graced Earl’s Court with their presence over the duration of the event. Amy Childs launched her new range of clothing, which was showcased on the Fashion & Beauty Catwalk sponsored by Lexus

The Ideal Home show will be returning to Olympia London in 2015 for the Ideal Home Show, from 20th March to 6th April.

Firing Earth: Success At Ideal Home Show at Christmas!

For the first time Firing Earth Ceramic Studio in November 2014 had a stand at The Earls Court Ideal Home Christmas & Gift Fair.

Christmas ceramic tree decorations add fun and colour to your Christmas, unique and beautiful! I hand-make, hand paint and fire each individual decoration. I am an elf all year round, making Christmas! For eight years I have produced new designs with a different look and character each year selling successfully within my studio and at outside events .

As a small company, this was my biggest fair ever! My stand was decorated with a beautiful fresh grown Christmas tree, from Santa Fir Christmas Tree Farm, www.santafir.com a Christmas wreath decorated with ceramic love hearts and gingerbread men, polka dot red and white heart garlands! Penguins, Robins & Christmas trees with angels were very popular this year!

My New Hamper range called `Taste the Colour at Firing Earth` filled with local products, painted floral design dishes & ceramic gifts were admired with great comments. My full range of decorations hung on a beautiful Christmas tree looking amazing!

Firing Earth Studio in Ifold West Sussex produces painted ceramics for gifts for all special occasions - www.firingearth.co.uk commission work taken!

CLOUD9 TRAVEL TRENDY

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CLOUD9 HAVE TAKEN THE TRAVEL GADGET MARKET AND ADDED COLOUR, FUN AND PRACTICALITY AT A PRICE TO SUIT THE CUSTOMER TO ADD TO THERE HOLIDAY AND TRAVEL EXPERIENCE Our range of products are sourced with ideals in mind, including space and weight, durability, practicality and sometimes necessity. we have added colour and fun with out loosing site of affordability and quality. products include a range of water, sand, dust and snow protection, floating speakers, bluetooth headphones, euro adapters, emergency power, leads and cases for a range of phones, tablets and laptops, as well as a photography range and accessories

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Ideal Home Show at Christmas - Best Selected Exhibitors Majique Ltd: ‘Nail Buddy’ - The Unique Fashion Accessory!

Gala Tent: Marquees And Pop Up Gazebos For All Occasions.

Majique, UK Innovators, creators and manufacturers of the ‘Nail Buddy’ and suppliers of associated beauty products including Professional Nail Polishes, Treatments and Beauty Gift Sets.

Offering an extensive range of high quality marquees, gazebos and modular structures at affordable prices, Gala Tent is the largest supplier of temporary structures to the event, exhibition and leisure industry.

‘Nail Buddy’, a unique, must have fashion accessory to securely hold your nail polish bottle wherever you are – at home or on the go!!

It’s handy, compact and holds all shapes and sizes of bottle, speeds up application producing fabulous looking nails without the worry of spills or mess! Designed to sit perfectly between your knees or used on any surface, with its secure non-slip rubberised base.

Simply locate your polish bottle into your Nail Buddy, position between your knees or place on a hard surface and both hands are free to paint. Nail Buddy can also be used on its side to remove the last few remaining drops of polish from the bottle.

For further information call 01843 589 666 or visit our website: majiqueltd.com

The award-winning marquee company is the ideal solution for almost any event, with a variety of different sized marquees and pop up gazebos at reasonable price. Amongst the variety of accessories Gala has to offer, also available are infrared heating appliances, LED lighting and dining facilities which are all completely portable!

With the in-house printing department, you can even have your gazebo or marquee printed for a high quality, and unique finish. 0% finance is available on the whole product range, and prices start from only £149, so why hire when you can buy for less?

Telephone: 0800 988 4252 Website: www.galatent.co.uk

iPilot: Flight Simulator Experience Choco Passion UK: Hand Crafted Chocolate Made In Italy... iPilot was founded in 2009 by German entrepreneur and amateur pilot Wolfram Schleuter. Since 2009 he and his team established 11 stores in 6 different countries.

Each store houses a different flight simulator, each modelled exactly as it is in the real live aircraft. iPilot offers various flight experiences for customers to give them the opportunity to find out what it is like to be a pilot. iPilot’s customers can create their own flight experience. They can choose between different flying times and special products including night flights, corporate entertainment events and a fear of flying program.

Guests of iPilot can choose from more than 24.000 airports around the world, Hong Kong Kai Tak, London Heathrow and St. Maarten being firm favourites.

In addition they can try out different situations such as engine failures or different weather conditions.

During the flight our customers will be guided by one of our instructors. All of iPilot’s instructors have a licence to fly real airplanes and are able to answer questions about flying airplanes.

Telephone: 020 3695 0968 Website: www.flyipilot.co.uk

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We are the business behind the stall, Choco Passion UK Ltd, which has been selling novelty chocolate since 2013 but which refer to an older Italian company established 12 years ago in 2002 which is the chocolate producer.

Our products include a variety of moulded chocolate going from old rusty tools such as spanners and monkey wrenches, old charcoal irons and coffee mokas; to items such as pegs, a variety of animals including monkeys, dogs and cat, pistols and handcuffs. We also sell hot chocolate beverages.

Currently, our chocolates sell for different prices and our clients are usually a mix of people who intent to make a nice gift for the people they love and for themselves too.

You can view our products at www.chocopassion.co.uk and follow our social networks for the latest news and promo.

MADE IN ITALY

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WORLD OF LEARNING

World of Learning - Best Selected Exhibitors Kogan Page: Innovation and Best Turning Technologies: Practice for Business Success!

Interactive Learning Tools...

Kogan Page is the leading independent global publisher of specialist business books and content at all levels encompassing the fundamentals of business, practical guidance and cutting-edge business topics.

Since 1967, we have published some of the world’s foremost and innovative books and our award-winning work offers solutions for professional practice and academic achievement in both print and digital form.

Our author base, which is part of some of the most prestigious academic institutions, international commercial organisations and professional associations, delivers high level, accessible, professional content to our readers in our key subject areas: Leadership and Management, Marketing, Branding and PR, Human Resources, Coaching, Change Management, Learning & Development, Training, Logistics, Supply Chain Management and Entrepreneurship and Careers.

You can browse the latest business titles and additional content on our website: www.koganpage.com

Turning Technologies creates electronic voting systems proven to enhance meetings, trainings and events with interactive presentations.

Response technology allows speakers to ask questions and receive real time participant feedback.

TurningPoint polling software directly integrates with PowerPoint®, polls with any application and offers self-paced assessment capabilities.

Results are instantly displayed on screen and collected in detailed reports. Track audience data or poll anonymously to gather honest feedback. Generate reports with customizable views and export into several formats. Transform presentations into engaging, collaborative experiences that involve audiences, spark additional dialogue and allow all delegates to be heard.

Product offerings also include remote training and meeting capability with web-based voting options and multi-site polling options.

Tel: 028 9008 0188 Web: www.turningtechnologies.co.uk

Ketso Means Action!

Pearlcatchers: Inspiring Learning.

“I’m amazed at how much we got through in two hours, and by the quality and quantity of the ideas people came up with” Anne Turner, Senior Business Consultant, Scottish Environment Protection Agency. What is the magic ingredient that is making meetings and workshops more effective and productive?

Pearlcatchers develop successful and emotionally intelligent people, relationships, organisations and leaders.

They do this through bespoke, blended and accelerated learning.

Pearlcatchers is home of the Award Winning POW! Effect and Fusion® Learning (Sector Success Awards 2014) The POW! Effect is their unique approach to combining business expertise, passion and creativity to develop impactful learning interventions; and Fusion® Learning is a game-changing methodology that transforms training into learning in 7 easy-to-follow steps.

Pearlcatchers are on a mission to revolutionise learning and they aim to transform the role of L&D from being ‘passive providers of training’ to focus more on facilitating performance capability and supporting all forms of learning.

They are passionate about making a difference for their customers by combining business know-how with creative flair to design and deliver impactful events and activities. Their holistic approach involves coordinating a wide range of development techniques and methodologies – from the traditional to the innovative.

Website: www.pearlcatchers.co.uk Email: admin@pearlcatchers.co.uk

The answer is Ketso, a hands-on kit for creative engagement. The word Ketso means action in Lesotho, where it was invented).

Since launching as a social business in 2009, Ketso has been used in 40+ countries, with 20,000+ participants and 400+ customers, including over half of the UK’s universities, Local Authorities, NHS trusts and Clinical Commission Groups. Richard Sullivan, ex Head of Pay and Rewards says: “Using Ketso is an activity where everyone can contribute.

This is the sort of tool that Tesco employees really like to use - hands on, visual and it lets everyone shape the outcomes.”

An independent survey showed that 88% of customers recognise substantive benefits, seeing Ketso as more inclusive than traditional methods (flip charts, post-it notes).

Airbus, France has recently experienced the benefits of this re-usable toolkit: “Ketso provided us with an effective visual means for grasping a complex structure and playing with it in an innovative way.”

Telephone: 0844 879 4483 Website: www.ketso.com

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Digital Balance: Create Solutions, Not Products.

What if you could wave a magic wand to embed your training and help people excel beyond the workshop?

People have different learning styles, and each company has a set of requirements to cater for their learners.

What if your magic wand could ensure maximum return on your investment by providing your delegates with effective performance support whilst doing their job?

Digital Balance partner with these companies to create strategic solutions.

All tailored to any budget. Together they create engaging elearning modules that increase knowledge retention.

What if your magic wand could support your workshops with comprehensive pre-course learning and testing, post-course materials, top-tips, evaluation, and much more sent easily to any mobile device?

Digital Balance designs and develops training portals, using responsive design techniques. This means a learner is in control of their learning journey regardless of their device. These portals can generate detailed reports to analyse success and identify potential knowledge gaps.

The team at DB believes in providing excellent user experiences.

They understand needs change, and work using an agile and flexible approach. Digital Balance delivers solutions iteratively, resulting in minimal risk and better ROI.

What if your magic wand could embrace 70-20-10 on all your programmes?

In addition to all this magic, what if your field technicians could, at the point of need, instantly access vital SOP or technical information on any mobile device – how would that boost efficiencies?

That magic wand is here now – SelfPoint!

We provide simple, easy-to-access mobile apps, which connect people with the skills and content they require to excel in their role.

Website: www.selfpoint.eu

Get in touch to see how they’ve helped companies such as Expedia, EE, Santander and Shop Direct, and how they can help you. info@digitalbalance.co.uk - www.digitalbalance.co.uk

Your knowledge in their hands

The Fifteen Minute Trainer...

Fifteen Minute Trainer (FMT) was founded

by Master Trainer, Angelena Boden in 2011 in response to client requests for online training materials which meet the time, cost and environmental concerns of today’s businesses. In 2013, we were joined by Ann Clayton, Chartered Director.

We use our extensive experience as training and business professionals to bring sharp, no-nonsense, cutting-edge skills directly to your workplace and home 24/7.

Annual membership from £875.00, provides access to a growing library of training resources including videos with supporting workbooks, podcasts and slide presentations.

Soft skills and management tools form the backbone of the FMT brand with customised films being an increasingly popular choice for companies.

As part of our global responsibility policy we offer free memberships to charities and to small organisations who need but can’t afford training. Fee paying clients allow us to develop more materials to help young people in developing countries improve their lives.

We are proud to support a number of UK charities including Samaritans through our free membership.

For further information please visit: www.thefifteenminutetrainer.com

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KnowledgePoint Limited: A Management Solutions and Digital Services Group.

KnowledgePoint differentiates its services by leveraging technology to deliver high quality services to customers in the training & education marketplace.

From established roots in supplying courseware printing services to Training & Education customers, our broad range of services and solutions now deliver a return on investment in a number of business critical measurements areas.

Our services specialise in: ➢ Digital printing delivered by On demand – training materials at the touch of a button. ➢ eCourseware is an ebook platform delivered by MyLiveBook with complete capabilities for content highlighting, note taking and bookmarking. ➢ Variable data publishing delivered by XMedia - customised cross platform solutions. ➢ Book publishing delivered by PublishPoint - fast, easy book publishing. ➢ Worldwide distributor channel management delivered by Engage – program management solutions. ➢ Worldwide digital print delivery delivered by KnowledgeCast - global supply chain services. www.knowledgepoint.co.uk