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YOUR YEAR STARTS HERE

Experience the difference a day at Spring Fair makes. Discover new and exclusive products and the latest designs at the UK’s No.1 gift and home trade event.

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As a new year dawns, and a new round of trade shows get ready to open their doors, for serious retailers it's 'showtime'! In addition to discovering exciting new products to help refresh their offer to customers, trade shows are the ideal opportunity for retailers to brush up on the latest trends in e-commerce for example, or to sit down for half an hour or so to hear a top level speaker, such as retail expert Mary Portas, who will be the keynote speaker at Spring Fair in February. (See page 24-25).

Look out for more gift companies than ever at the London Stationery Show this year, thanks to The Giftware Association taking a dedicated space in the Gallery at the Business Design Centre in London's Islington in April, and do make a point of visiting dedicated greeting card show PG Live, now in its ninth year, which will be upping the ante yet again in June. (See page 22-23).

Plus, with many of the major trade shows featuring more and more international exhibitors, visitors can now get the best of both worlds by seeing what’s being showcased by the leading overseas suppliers. Meanwhile, at Ambiente in February, the UK is the show's Country Partner, so if you're visiting, look out for a strong British theme. (See page 4-5).

Whether at home or internationally, trade shows also have an important social side, with the possibility of a random chat with an industry friend often a prompt to pop into a different hall or to walk down another aisle.

To find out more, turn the pages of Showtime to see who’s who and who’s doing what, with both UK and international show listings on pages 26-30.

The most successful retailers across the board will be walking the aisles. Can you afford not to?

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CHSI Stitches Organised by ICHF

10-11 Exposé Travel 12-13 Harrogate Christmas & Gift Organised by HITF 14-15 Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair Organised by HKTDC 16-17 International Home + Housewares Show Organised by the International Housewares Association 18-19 January Furniture Show Organised by British Furniture Manufacturers 20-21 NY NOW Winter 2017 Organised by Emerald Expositions 22-23 Progressive Greetings Live 2017 Organised by Max Exhibitions 24-25 Spring Fair Organised by Ascential 26-30 Listings of exhibitions and dates

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the show 10 – 14. 2. 2017 Interaction between idea and realisation, design and craft, concept and market. At the world’s most important consumer goods trade fair.

Information and tickets at ambiente.messefrankfurt.com Tel. +44 (0) 14 83 48 39 83 info@uk.messefrankfurt.com

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Ambiente Ambiente, the world’s largest consumer goods trade exhibition, takes place from the 10th-14th February 2017. Taking place at Messe Frankfurt’s exhibition centre in the centre of Frankfurt, Ambiente is a goliath amongst exhibitions. With over 4,300 exhibitors, and 136,000 trade visitors, the event offer the entire spectrum of products, innovations, designs, trends and ideas for your business.

Why come to Ambiente? The show focuses on three distinct areas: Dining, Giving and Living. In Dining, the world of the kitchen, cookware, tabletop and housewares take centre stage. Giving shows the latest in giftware, from youthful design to the more traditional, and Living offers products from the home, whether the uber cool Loft hall, or everyday interiors.

Ambiente is also the central platform for contract business, the Horeca segment and sourcing.

And it is an important trading post for the growing sustainable consumer goods segment. Ambiente brings business partners, ideas and success together at one location.

Top: Here's where the world meets up. Around 136,000 trade visitors from 143 countries attend the show.

Right: The show is clearly laid out for you to find new innovations for your sector.

Below: Dining, Giving and Living. Three product groups and 4300 exhibitors.

What makes Ambiente unique is that, despite its size, the organisational layout is such that buyers can effectively target the products they will to see, with multi layered exhibition halls displaying carefully grouped products to make the visit.

In 2017, the United Kingdom has been selected to be Partner Country. This exciting news puts the UK in the spotlight, with exhibitors from the UK highlighted, and special design areas around the fair highlighting the best designs from the UK. Don’t miss the show in our special year!

When you visit Ambiente your entry ticket is also your public transport pass allowing you free travel in all the surrounding region. The exhibition centre is perfectly located in the centre of Frankfurt, with a multitude of restaurants and bars in walking distance. So, make the short trip to Frankfurt to experience the whole world of Ambiente.

SHOW ESSENTIALS DATES: 10-14 February, 2017 VENUE: Frankfurt am Main TEL: +44 01483 483983 E-MAIL: info@uk.messefrankfurt.com WEB: www.ambiente.messefrankfurt.com/ VISITOR REGISTRATION: www.tickets.messefrankfurt.com

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Brand Licensing Europe 2017 Brand Licensing Europe is the only pan-European event dedicated to licensing and brand extension. As the definitive event for the European licensing industry, BLE is a must attend event for anyone looking to discover the hottest brands, characters and images available for license.

Left: The famous BLE character parade.

Below: VW showcasing products in the Brands & Lifestyle zone.

Bottom: BLE buzzing with meetings across all three days.

BLE’s Record Breaking Year BLE 2016 broke all records and saw a 5% increase in visitors, bringing together 7,578 retailers, licensees and manufacturers with 286 leading brand owners, 63 of which were new, for three days of networking, deal-making and trend spotting.

With 76 countries represented, international attendance grew from 2015, as did the purchasing authority of visitors, with 67% having final decision authority.

The Matchmaking Service Introduced for the first time last year, the Matchmaking Service allowed registered visitors and exhibitors to search for new contacts and arrange onsite meetings before the show. Over 1,740 meetings

were confirmed in 2016 and more than £1m of business generated from one user alone.

Licensing Trends and Education In addition to the 2,500+ properties being showcased across the three zones at the show - Character & Entertainment, Brands & Lifestyle and Art, Design & Image - BLE hosted over 15 educational sessions split between the Licensing Academy and the Brands & Lifestyle Theatre with topics ranging from the essentials of licensing, to the globalisation of sports, and food and beverage as a driver for growth.

Growth in Retail An integral part of the show’s success is the recognition of the increasingly important role that retail plays in all aspects of licensing. BLE not only looks to nurture and grow retail presence at the show but also knowledge within the industry.

The Retail Mentoring Programme had its most successful year yet in 2016, with over 50 participants from organisations including Sainsbury’s, Asda, Halfords and Marks & Spencer taking part in the six month programme in the lead up to the show.

“I've been on the Retail Mentoring Programme and it's really helped broaden my knowledge. I can feel comfortable in negotiating because I understand how it all works.” Junior buyer, Asda.

This year, BLE also announced its new initiative, the Retail Licensing Club, to engage retailers all year round. Members of the club will be invited to networking events throughout the year consisting of seminars looking at the latest trends and forecasts to bespoke company visits.

If you are interested in joining the Club, or being part of Brand Licensing Europe 2017, please visit www.brandlicensing.eu

SHOW ESSENTIALS DATES: 10-12 October, 2017 VENUE: Olympia, London TEL: 020 7921 8028 E-MAIL: sonia.shann@ubm.com/blemarketing@ubm.com WEB: www.brandlicensing.eu VISITOR REGISTRATION: www.brandlicensing.eu/brand-licensingeurope/register-your-interest-2017

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CRAFT HOBBY + STITCH

INTERNATIONAL

EUROPE’S No.1 FOR THE ART, CRAFT, CREATIVE CRAFT FABRIC, NEEDLECRAFT TRADE SHOW & HOBBY INDUSTRIES EXPANDING INTO TWO HALLS!

19-21 February 2017 NEC, Birmingham UK • NETWORK DIRECTLY WITH COMPANIES AND THEIR REPRESENTATIVES • MEET THE INDUSTRY’S NEWCOMERS IN THE BRIGHT SPARKS PAVILION • FREE PRODUCT PRESENTATIONS & WORKSHOPS • EXCELLENT BUSINESS SEMINAR PROGRAMME

• EXCLUSIVE SHOW OFFERS! • NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL MEDIA ATTENDEES • THE ANNUAL CHAMPAGNE BRITISH CRAFT AWARDS • OVER 100 HOURS OF WORKSHOP EDUCATION • CATWALK FASHION SHOW • EXCLUSIVE HOTEL RATES

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CHSI Stitches CHSI Stitches, firmly established as Europe’s leading trade show for the creative craft industry, is returning in February 2017 with a bigger show covering two halls of the NEC. For the first time, CHSI Stitches will focus on fabric, yarn and textiles in Hall 11, with Hall 12 hosting papercrafts, art materials and hobby crafts.

The 2017 CHSI Stitches will also host the largest ever Bright Sparks Pavilion in the show’s history, giving valuable trade exposure to new talent and start-up businesses and the opportunity for retailers and buyers to find the latest designs and contemporary products from innovative companies. Joining the Bright Sparks for the first time this year is That’s Crafty launching a new range of stencils; Ragged Life showcasing rag rug supplies and kits from expert and author Elspeth Jackson and printable fabrics for bespoke designs from Threads.

Organised by ICHF Events, the 2017 event also features workshops and seminars, a catwalk show, Itch to Stitch Information Centre and new product showcase areas alongside the main exhibition which hosts over 200 creative crafts companies from across the world.

Visitors can update themselves on the latest products and techniques in the free workshops sessions that run through the show, alongside the hugely popular free business seminars reflecting market trends and offering modern retailers the

latest advice and information to support their businesses. By popular demand, social media guru Warren Knight returns with a Think Digital First giving visitors a tutorial in making social media work for their businesses. New for 2017, Joanne Dewberry will present digital marketing ideas to visitors based on her experience as an award winning blogger and designer of handmade fabric party bags.

Creativity will be brought to life during the catwalk show, allowing exhibitors to showcase their products on stage, from beads and buttons to yarns and fabric. For 2017, 11 companies will Above right: Over 200 exhibitors will be showcasing their latest products.

Below: Retailers flock to CHSI Stitches.

Bottom: New products and ranges on show at CHSI Stitches.

supply the models walking the runway including yarn companies Lion Brand and Stylecraft; fabric companies Jane Makower and Freudenberg Vilene; bead companies Beadalon and John Bead Corporation; threads from Gutterman and patterns from Simplicity Creative Group, McCall Pattern Company and Sew La Di Da. All retailers pre-registered for CHSI Stitches are entered into a free prize draw to win £1,000 each day of the show to spend with exhibitors.

Registration for CHSI Stitches is now open and free of charge. For show updates follow @CHSIstitches on Twitter.

SHOW ESSENTIALS DATES: 19-21 February, 2017 VENUE: NEC, Birmingham TEL: 01425 272711 E-MAIL: info@ichf.co.uk WEB: www.chsi.co.uk VISITOR REGISTRATION: www.chsi.co.uk/registration.php

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Exposé is the official UK travel partner for many of the exhibitions listed below.

We provide you hotels where the rates have been specially negotiated for exhibitors and attendees.

We offer extremely competitive air fares, available in all classes of travel and can save you up to 60% on the regular fares offered by the airlines themselves, depending on

your dates of travel.

Special reductions are available for members of TradeAssociations, such as BHETA and LIMA. On many of the exhibitions abroad we offer special delegation leader rates as well as other.

If you are considering exhibiting at or attending any of the following exhibitions call us and we will offer you some great rates for flights and hotels.

INTERNATIONAL HOME & HOUSEWARES SHOW CHICAGO – 18 to 21st March 2017 Immediate confirmation at the Show Hotels and flights with major airlines out of the UK.

HONG KONG HOUSEWARES FAIR – 20th to 23rd April 2017 We offer great flight and hotel rates to Hong Kong.

CANTON FAIR, GUANGZHOU, Phase 1 & 2 15th to 19th April and 23rd to 27th April 2017 Why not combine the trip with the Hong Kong Fair.

NATIONAL HARDWARE SHOW, LAS VEGAS CONVENTION CENTER, LAS VEGAS, NV – 9th to 11th May 2017 Excellent flight fares savings and specially negotiated hotel rates.

LICENSING EXPO, LAS VEGAS, Mandalay Bay Convention Centre – 23rd to 25th May 2017 Save up to 60% on cheapest regular fares on direct flights from London and Manchester to Las Vegas. Excellent hotel rates.

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Exposé Travel Visiting or exhibiting at a trade show - whether in the UK or internationally - can be a costly business, with hotels and travel expenses often a stumbling block.

But costs can be realistic. Experts in business trips, Exposé Travel, the official UK travel partner for a host of leading home and gift shows around the world, offer extremely competitive rates for both air fares and hotels, with savings of up to 60% off standard fares.

From Chicago’s International Home & Housewares Show to Birmingham’s Spring and Autumn Fairs, Hong Kong’s Gift & Premium Fair, China’s Canton Fair and The Licensing Expo in Las Vegas, Exposé Travel offers specially negotiated rates for both flights and accommodation.

“Of course, it depends on when people are travelling, but the company’s expertise is in providing very competitive air fares for both exhibitors and visitors,” explains Paul Vasdev, “using reputable airlines that fly from all UK major airports.”

“We also have direct access to a wide variety of hotels in the USA, thereby making attending Las Vegas’ Licensing Show or Chicago’s International Home + Housewares Show realistic possibilities.

But it’s not just America. We can make suggestions as to where people might stay when they’re at a trade fair virtually anywhere in the world, and at the best possible prices, as we deal with over 70,000 hotels and 7,500 destinations worldwide. As a result, we are the first choice for many individuals and companies in the gift and home arena who travel regularly to fairs on business.”

For suppliers and retailers who are members of The Giftware Association or

Above: The Grand Concourse at the International Home + Housewares Show in Chicago.

Below: The UK is the Partner Country at Ambiente in 2017.

BHETA, costs come down even further.

Exposé Travel also works closely with UKTI and British Consulates abroad and together are able to offer great benefits to participants to exhibitions worldwide.

“Exposé Travel offers specially negotiated prices for members of trade associations such as these, as

well as special delegation leader rates too,” confirms Paul.

But it’s not just companies attending shows internationally who benefit.

Continues Paul: “We are very experienced in dealing with hotels throughout the UK and abroad, and can provide exhibitors and buyers with special rates for hotels as close to the individual venues as possible.”

Contact us on 01883 349576 or e-mail paul@exposetravel.uk

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Harrogate Christmas & Gift Fair Just as we packed the decorations away and began settling back into work mode and normality after the festive season – one of the UK’s very first trade shows of the year plunges us all full blown back in to the swing of Christmas with decorations and carols galore – Harrogate Christmas & Gift, which takes place at the Harrogate International Centre from 8th to 11th January 2017.

This event is fast becoming one of the UK’s favourite trade shows, not only for buyers involved in Christmas, but for gift retailers and anyone seeking add on gift ranges for souvenir and tourist attraction outlets, department stores and even heritage and cathedral shops. It is also a ‘must’ attend event for almost every garden centre in the UK, as the Greatest Christmas Awards are hosted at the Majestic Hotel on the first night of the show, with garden centre teams turning out in force hoping to scoop a much

coveted award. Naturally, this is also an optimum time for them to view all of the latest Christmas and gift ranges new for 2017 and plan budgets long before the Spring trade shows begin.

This year, Harrogate Christmas & Gift has more to offer buyers than ever before as, with the show completely sold out by September, the organisers made the decision to open two additional halls for 2017 - Hall Q and the King’s Suite.

With more than 25 brand new exhibitors at the show this year, buyers will be spoilt for choice with more ranges to peruse than ever before.

Hall Q is definitely ‘the destination’ for the show and not to be missed as this houses the majority of new exhibitors and also the main catering facility for the event. Several favourite brands have also relocated to this area including Playwrite Group, Hometown World, and Ackerman International, so be sure to visit them in their new location.

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Of course, one of the things that truly make Harrogate Christmas & Gift stand out from the crowd is its warm and friendly atmosphere. Once again, the organisers extend an invitation to everyone participating in the show - both exhibitors and visitors - to join them for free drinks and nibbles in the Royal Hall of the Harrogate International Centre on Monday 9th January from 6pm to 8pm.

Entry to Harrogate Christmas & Gift is free for trade visitors and we highly recommend that you pre-register prior to the event to ensure swift entry.

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Christmastime pot pourri in a basket.

DATES: 8 -11 January, 2017 Left: Among the products on the VENUE: Harrogate International Centre, Harrogate Premier Decorations stand.

Below: Just the thing, say buyers!

TEL: 01902 882280 E-MAIL: simon@harrogatefair.com WEB: www.harrogatefair.com VISITOR REGISTRATION: www.touchfinder.co.uk/registration/WebRegister/Index/66

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Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair

HKCEC’s downtown location places buyers at the heart of Hong Kong’s vibrant nightlife and shopping with easy access by all forms of transport. A wealth of opportunity, carefully curated Hong Kong Gifts and Premium Fair organises exhibitors into zones to enable buyers to make the most of the four-day fair.

Hall of Fine Designs features products, designer labels and brands with high quality in design, materials and workmanship. World of Gift Ideas excites everyone with its clever, fresh Small Order Zone is a boon for buyers who rely on quick turnover of low volume goods. Here they can order 5 to 1,000 pieces. The zone is at the Expo Drive Entrance, with facilities for instant payment and shipping arrangements online. Find out more at smallorder.hktdc.com now!

From 27-30 April 2017 the world’s leading fair for gifts and premiums takes place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). In its 32nd edition, HKTDC Hong Kong Gifts and Premium Fair continues to expand its range of new and exciting products for international buyers. In 2016, around 50,000 buyers came from 132 countries and regions to see what more than 4,300 exhibitors were offering.

new approach and its wide array of gifts and premiums. Avenue of Inspiration abounds with the energy of entrepreneurs and designers presenting handmade goods, fresh concepts and clever ideas. iAccessories and Tech Gifts showcases held devices, electronic gadgets, mini-speakers and accessories. Green Gifts features products

using recycled and environmentally friendly materials. Luxury Gifts represents a gracious lifestyle through items in silver, porcelain or other materials.

Beauty, Health & Wellness offers handsomely packaged toiletries, cosmetics and personal accessories.

Christmas Lighting sparkles with lighting and festive decorations. Travel Souvenirs can now be customised for destinations with this zone featuring specialists in this area. Hiking & Camping Products recognises the growth in nature-related activities and accessories. Photographic & Camera Accessories, such as selfie sticks, are more important than ever with the growing use of photographs as a means of communication. Art & DIY Gifts showcases works of art and creative hobby kits. Trophies & Medals presents commemorative pieces in a range of styles and materials.

New Zones for 2017 Two new zones in 2017 are: Vintage Gifts, evoking the pleasures of yesteryear, and Hair Ornaments & Accessories, for beauty-conscious consumers.

Top: The four day fair is a rich source of new ideas, products and services.

Above: Around 50,000 buyers from around the world attend the HKTDC Hong Kong Gifts and Premium Fair.

Inset: The fair features specialist zones so buyers and exhibitors can make the most of their time at the fair.

SHOW ESSENTIALS DATES: 27-30 April, 2017 VENUE: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre WEB: www.hktdc.com/ex/hkgiftspremiumfair/15 VISITOR REGISTRATION: For trade buyers, register now for your free admission badge through one of the following channels and save HK$100: + QR code. WAP SITE: hktdc.com/wap/gifts/T119; APP: HKTDC Mobile/HKTDC Marketplace Showtime Worldwide 2017

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Visiting the Housewares Show in Chicago is a great opportunity to look out for emerging trends and new product innovation. It’s also a great opportunity to visit the city and explore the food and cooking trends that are emerging.

Clare Sprigings, Buyer – Home Selfridges & Co

18 – 21 March 2017 10 – 13 March 2018 Chicago, USA Show information and free online pre-registration: www.housewares.org

For more information, contact IHA UK Office, Marcus Findlay, Tel: +44 121 580 8398 ihauk@plimco.co.uk

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International Home + Housewares Show 2017 The International Home + Housewares Show in Chicago is the leading global marketplace to see the latest market-driven homegoods products, designs and trends. It is a must-attend event for retailers and distributors who want to improve their business by differentiating their product offering and concepts.

With a strong focus on high-quality, highdesign global brands, the Show features the entire product lines of the leading U.S. housewares brands, product suppliers and designers — not just the products pre-selected for export markets displayed at non-U.S. shows. Buyers have a chance to find innovative new products and product lines that are not yet available in other markets.

Featuring 2,200 exhibitors from more than 45 countries, the Show is organised into five expos: ● Dine + Décor ● Clean + Contain ● Discover Design ● Wired + Well - the world’s leading household electrics exhibition! ● International Sourcing Expo Be Inspired by Innovative Retail and Insightful Expert Presentations Retailers from around the world visit Chicago to find inspiration from unique

Left: The Show features over 2,200 exhibitors, high quality and innovative design from around the world, with over 10,000 new product launches.

Below: At the 2017 International Home + Housewares Show, 20172018 color and material trends will be discussed at the Pantone ColorWatch display and seminars.

Below left: The Show’s Cooking Theater features over two dozen celebrity chefs cooking up their favorite recipes using products that can be found throughout the Show.

stores and retail concepts. Leading home and housewares retailers such as Williams Sonoma, Crate and Barrel, Sur La Table, Bloomingdales Home and The Container Store all have Chicago flagship stores where you’ll be able to discover innovative merchandising and store branding, superior customer service and unique ideas.

In addition to the inspiration and ideas found visiting the great Chicago retailers, the International Home + Housewares Show offers first-class educational and networking opportunities for both specialty retailers and corporate buyers special exhibitions and displays and a full line-up of seminars on trends & design, visual merchandising and branding, retail success factors and consumer preferences. Note

especially the Pantone Color Watch display and seminars for the 2017/2018 color and material trends!

Save Travel Time and Money You can easily make Chicago your 'onestop' sourcing fair. In contrast to other trade events, most Show services are free, including admission to both the exhibit halls and the vast seminar program with pre-registration, Show catalogue and efficient shuttle service to the nearby fairgrounds from downtown Chicago hotels.

For Show information and free online pre-registration visit: www.housewares.org

SHOW ESSENTIALS DATES: 18-21 March, 2017 VENUE: McCormick Place, Chicago, USA TEL: +1-847-292-4200 E-MAIL: international@housewares.org WEB: www.housewares.org VISITOR REGISTRATION: www.housewares.org/show/register-plan

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Decorative Accessories and Interior Furnishings NEC SUN 22 - WEDS 25 2017

Come and See All The Major Brands Ancient Mariner • Art Marketing • Blue Bone • CIMC Culinary Concepts • Dar Lighting • Gallery Direct Kelston House • Libra • Mindy Brownes • Pacific Lifestyle Premier Housewares • Wilde Java • You’re Furnished

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January Furniture Show The January Furniture Show is the largest furniture and interiors trade show in the UK. It is held in Halls 1 to 5 of the NEC in Birmingham and takes place during the third week of January each year. In 2017, the show will start on Sunday 22nd and run until Wednesday 25th.

Left: Copper Rose from Libra.

Below left: The Dar Lighting and Culinary Concepts stands at The January Furniture Show 2016.

Bottom: Soft furnishings in the latest fabrics are hugely popular.

Over 450 exhibitors show their newest designs and models and, in 2016, over 20,000 visitors attended. Encompassing everything from tealights to grand sofas, The January Furniture Show offers retailers, interior designers and specifiers the first opportunity of the year to see and buy the latest designs.

Each of the five halls has a different focus, with major UK and International brands exhibiting in each sector.

Marshall Arts, among many others, will all show their latest designs and comprehensive collections.

Hall 2: International Major brands from Europe dominate here with smart Italian leather sofas and smooth Scandinavian living & dining furniture. Ego Italiano, Italia Living, Ekornes and Skovby will show their soft colourful leather sofas and beautifully crafted tables and chairs.

Also housed in Hall 2 is the Flooring section which features major UK companies showing hard and soft flooring along with rugs and runners.

Hall 1: High End Some of the most recognisable UK furniture brands are in Hall 1, such as Duresta, Parker Knoll, Collins & Hayes, G Plan and Ercol. They are joined by other big names in upholstery and cabinet furniture. Large stands will be full of sumptuous sofas in rich fabrics and designs, from classical to ultra modern.

Hall 1 also houses a Fabric section with some of the best UK manufacturers showing their newest patterns and plains.

Hall 3: Decorative Accessories and Gifts A feast for interior furnishings, everything from tealights to floor standing mirrors will be shown here. Over 80 exhibitors, including some of the biggest names in furnishing accessories, will launch their new collections for 2017. Gallery Direct, Libra, Pacific Lifestyle, Mindy Brownes, Dar Lighting, Culinary Concepts, CIMC, Febland, Premier Housewares, Lovelane, Malini, Art Marketing, Camelot and

Hall 4: Cabinet Volume In this Hall, large UK and international brands will show their new models and best sellers in a variety of furniture types, but mostly bedroom and living & dining furniture, which is aimed, predominantly, at the middle to upper middle market.

Hall 5: Upholstery Volume & Beds Well-known upholstery brands who supply large contract, as well as retail orders, fill this hall with sofas and chairs in a massive variety of styles and colours.

They are joined by well-known bed companies who supply hotels and retail stores. On show will be every kind of bed including standard, ottoman and motion beds, with highly technical movement systems.

The January Furniture Show is the most complete interiors trade show in the UK calendar and provides a great opportunity to see the latest designs in complete home furnishings. To see who’s exhibiting and to register your attendance, go to: www.januaryfurnitureshow.com

SHOW ESSENTIALS DATES: 22-25 January, 2017 VENUE: NEC Birmingham TEL: 020 8387 1270 E-MAIL: natalie@januaryfurnitureshow.com WEB: www.januaryfurnitureshow.com VISITOR REGISTRATION: Free entry.

Visit www.januaryfurnitureshow.com

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NY NOW Winter 2017 NY NOW, the industry’s most expansive marketplace event for Home, Lifestyle + Gift, takes over the Javits Center in New York City for the winter 2017 market from February 4-8, 2017.

Registration is now open, and retailers, buyers and members of the press are invited to secure their spot to experience a show-stopping line-up of exciting exhibitors, new products, unique seminars and events, and more - all located under one roof and only available in New York City this coming February!

This winter, NY NOW will once again have a staggered opening: The Handmade Designer Maker and Handmade Global Design sections of the HANDMADE Collection will open on Saturday, February 4 and close on Tuesday, February 7, 2017. The HOME and LIFESTYLE Collections, and the Artisan Resource section of the HANDMADE Collection, will open on Sunday, February 5, 2017, and close on Wednesday, February 8, 2017.

NY NOW ensures that attendees will be able to find exactly what they are looking for among the more than 2,400+

exhibitors including thousands of premier established and emerging brands that will be onsite showcasing a robust selection of tens of thousands of on-trend products in hundreds of categories.

Typically, more than two-thirds of exhibitors launch new products exclusively at NY NOW, providing attendees with an endless amount of innovation across the market’s three comprehensive Collections. Each market, NY NOW also spotlights the international community, and this winter will be no exception with exhibitors from around the world planning to highlight products in categories including: gifts, glassware, home décor and furnishings, stationery, textiles and beyond!

In addition, to provide attendees with new insights on the industry and

invigorate them to succeed, the NY NOW seminar program will offer a jam-packed agenda featuring dozens of sessions for anyone looking to expand their knowledge or advance their career or business. NY NOW’s full range of educational programming will be led by industry experts including representatives from industry associations, leading trade and consumer publications and more.

NY NOW will also deliver a number of special 'Only in New York' activities including the popular 'A Night On Broadway' outing - and special promotions that will help attendees take advantage of all that this great city has to offer!

NYNow.com serves as a central hub of information for Market participants. It's easy-to-use online registration system is available anytime, anywhere, and it provides access to hotel and travel reservations. In addition, credentialed attendees will have access to NY NOW’s Market Planner, which will enable them to personalize their Market experience by exploring the exhibitor directory, viewing product images and information, accessing press materials, and even contacting exhibitors and scheduling onsite appointments.

Above left: The lobby area at NY NOW. Left: Talking business.

Below: A sculpture catches the eye of two visitors.

SHOW ESSENTIALS DATES: 4-8 February, 2017 VENUE: Jacob K. Javits Convention Center TEL: 00 1 847 996 5814 E-MAIL: info@nynow.com WEB: www.nynow.com VISITOR REGISTRATION: www.nynow.com/attendees/registration/

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Immerse yourself in the greeting card world PG Live 2017 is proud to present thousands of original designs, exciting ranges and exclusive show offers from the top 250+ publishers, artists and designers from around the globe.

Be inspired.

Don’t Miss Out!

Book now to secure your place at PG Live 2017, the ideal place to source fresh product and find exciting new publishers and artists.

www.progressivegreetingslive.com

“I love PG Live and would never dream of missing it. Last year’s show was the best ever! I visited both days and sourced some great new suppliers.”

Mark Turner, buyer, Fenwick Colchester

BOOK YOUR TICKET NOW!

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Progressive Greetings Live 2017 A specialist trade exhibition, Progressive Greetings Live 2017 takes visitors on a creative journey to the very heart of the greeting card world.

Taking place on Tuesday 6 and Wednesday 7 June, the two-day show, held in Islington's stunning Business Design Centre, offers a fantastic opportunity for buyers to immerse themselves in a greeting card bubble.

Now in its ninth unmissable year, PG Live 2017 is an inspiring celebration of the exciting greeting card industry.

Thousands of original designs, exciting ranges and exclusive show offers are waiting to be discovered, thanks to a packed exhibitor list comprised of publishers, artists and designers from around the globe.

Retailers of all shapes and sizes, international distributors and licensees, find the show invaluable for sourcing fresh product, discovering exciting new names and browsing inspiring portfolios, while publishers of all sizes make the most of the opportunity to showcase their latest designs and newest promotions.

Famed for its great energy, artistic vibe and friendly atmosphere, PG Live 2017 is the perfect launchpad for exciting new collections and original

Left: Visitors are inspired by the wealth of creativity on display by talented artists and publishers.

Below left: The international greetings community comes together for two days of networking, business and fun.

Bottom: Progressive Greetings Live is the largest collection of greeting card publishers in the world.

design, as Warren Lomax, joint show director, explained. “Once again we are so excited to be bringing hundreds of talented card suppliers together under one roof,” he said. “This year's offering is simply outstanding in terms of originality, imagination and quality, and there are some amazing new ranges that we know retail buyers will love. We love working with so many enthusiastic people, and are looking forward to coming up with some exciting surprises for the 2017 show!”

Now firmly established as a key date in the greeting card calendar, over 250 exhibitors will be launching brand new collections at the show. PG Live will also be the only trade show of the year for many of these leading

publishers, such as Hallmark, UK Greetings, Gemma, CardMix, Paperlink and Icon.

With so much fresh new talent on display, and so many card companies together in one place, PG Live is ideal for building relationships, getting involved and - of course - placing lots of orders!

At Your Service PG Live is well-known for its friendly service, attention to detail and added extras. These include free refreshments, free use of the Henry Cole Buyers’ Lounge, a free lunch, free show catalogue and goody bag, and even a fantastic free post-show industry party on Tuesday 6 June!

Come Along Admission to the show is free to greeting card buyers, retailers, wholesalers, retail agents, overseas distributors and anyone wishing to buy or licence designs. Industry trade suppliers are not permitted entry.

SHOW ESSENTIALS DATES: 6-7 June, 2017 VENUE: Business Design Centre, London TEL: +44 (0)1635 297070 E-MAIL: warren@progressivegreetingslive.com WEB: www.progressivegreetingslive.com VISITOR REGISTRATION: www.progressivegreetingslive.com

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EXPLORE 14 SPECIALIST SHOW SECTORS – ALL UNDER ONE ROOF • Body & Bath • Children’s Gifts, Toys & Gadgets • Christmas Gifts, Floral & Seasonal Decorations • Contemporary Gift • DIY & Home Improvement • Fashion Jewellery, Accessories & Luggage • Gift • Greetings & Gift • Home • Kitchen, Dining & Housewares • Retail Solutions • The Party Show • The Summerhouse • Volume Gift & Home

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Spring Fair Spring Fair is the UK’s premier trade show for gift and home, attracting more than 60,000 visitors from all areas of the retail industry over five days.

Taking place from 5-9 February, more than 2,500 exhibitors will gather at Birmingham’s NEC arena to showcase their latest products and innovations across 14 carefully curated show sectors covering gifting and home collections.

With over 600 exhibitors, the Gifts section will continue to remain one of the largest areas of Spring Fair. Home fragrance is a significant trend reflected across the sector this year and, with over 50 exhibitors confirmed within this market alone, the show is set to host the UK’s largest offering of suppliers under one roof. Visitors will also be treated to a vast array of personalised products and souvenirs comprising four main areas: body and bath, tourism and heritage, food and confectionery and garden giftware.

The Home section, which has doubled in size to 14,000 sqm since 2014, will feature an array of contemporary and traditional furniture, lighting, decorative accessories and art. 2017 will see this area of the show become more international as it welcomes wellloved brands from across Europe.

Within this space will be Coach House, taking 500sqm, with smaller stands from Wilde Java, Chic Antique and McGowan & Rutherford among others.

Left: With over 600 exhibitors, the Gifts section will continue to remain one of the largest areas of Spring Fair.

Below middle: Spring Fair will return to Birmingham NEC from 5-9 February 2017.

Bottom: Spring Fair’s dedicated Gift section is the ideal location for sourcing on-trend products for consumers’ everyday gifting occasions.

Meanwhile, the Contemporary sector will house a variety of lifestyle interior and home accessories brands bringing the latest in home design to visitors.

Scandinavian influences will be more present than ever, following a steady climb in popularity in the UK over recent years. Such design is simple, timeless and functional, inspired by the beautiful surroundings of the region. This translates

into cosy spaces and light airy rooms, with a focus on comfort, light woods and cream accessories.

A new DIY & Hardware sector will launch at the show, opening a day earlier on 4 February alongside the Volume sector.

Nick Davison, Portfolio Director at Spring Fair, said: “Gift and home continue to remain staple sectors to our show and this is reflected in the diversity of exhibitors attending. There will be something for everyone with a broad spread of international brands, dynamic designs and varied price points.

“The destination for forward thinking exhibitors and buyers, with an eye for something special, Spring Fair puts the newest and most exciting products within reach. With other sectors covered across the show, from jewellery and party to kitchen and dining to toys, Spring Fair 2017 is set to be another hugely exciting event.”

The DIY and Volume sections of the show will open a day earlier on Saturday 4 February.

About Spring Fair Spring Fair is an Ascential event.

Ascential Events is an international business-to-business media company with a focused portfolio of large scale exhibitions, congresses and festivals.

Ascential Events is part of Ascential plc, which transforms knowledge businesses to deliver exceptional performance. www.ascential.com.

SHOW ESSENTIALS DATES: 5-9 February, 2017 VENUE: NEC Birmingham TEL: 020 3 033 2500 E-MAIL: visitor.help@ascentialassist.com WEB: www.springfair.com VISITOR REGISTRATION: www.springfair.com/Content/Visit

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UK Shows 2017

JANUARY 5-10 East Anglian Gift Fair St Andrews and Blackfriars Hall St Andrews Plain, Norwich Tel: 01603 890070 E-mail: nick@eastangliangiftfair.com Web: www.eastangliangiftfair.com 8-11 Cornish Venture Hendra Holiday Park Newquay Cornwall Graham Appleby Tel: 01752 338222 E-mail: sales@sa-imports.co.uk Web: www.newquaygifttradeshow.com 8-11 Cumbrex Cumbria Grand Hotel Grange-Over-Sands Northern Exhibitions Tel: 01539 532331 E-mail: info@cumbrex.co.uk Web: www.cumbrex.co.uk 8-11 Harrogate Christmas & Gift Harrogate International Centre Harrogate HITF Tel: 01902 882 280 E-mail: simon@harrogatefair.com Web: www.harrogatefair.com 15-17 Top Drawer (Home, Gift, Fashion, CRAFT) Olympia, London Clarion Events Tel: 020 7384 7798 E-mail: angelina.s@clarionevents.com Web: www.topdrawer.co.uk 15-18 Yorkshire and East Coast Gifts Fair Park Manor Hotel Scarborough Northern Exhibitions Tel: 01539 532331 E-mail: nexhibitions@aol.com 15-18 Giving & Living Westpoint Exhibition Centre, Exeter Hale Events Tel: 01934 733433 E-mail: mail@givingliving.co.uk Web: www.givingliving.co.uk 22-24 Scotland's Trade Fair Spring SECC, Glasgow Springboard Events Tel: 01877 385 772

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E-mail: info@springboardevents.net Web: www.scotlandstradefairs.co.uk 22-24 Scotland's Speciality Food Show SECC, Glasgow Springboard Events Tel: 01877 385 772 E-mail: info@springboardevents.net Web: www.scotlandsspecialityfoodshow.com 22-25 January Furniture Show NEC, Birmingham Tel: 020 8387 1270 E-mail: natalie@januaryfurnitureshow.com Web: www.januaryfurnitureshow.com 22-26 Wales Spring Fair Venue Cymru Llandudno Wales Craft Council Tel: 01492 879771 E-mail: info@walescraftcouncil.co.uk Web: www.walescraftcouncil.co.uk 24-26 Toy Fair 2017 Olympia, London British Toy & Hobby Association Tel: 020 7701 7127 E-mail: toyfairqueries@btha.co.uk Web:www.btha.co.uk/toyfair

FEBRUARY *5-9 Spring Fair NEC, Birmingham Ascential Tel: +44 (0) 203 033 2500 (visitor enquiries) E-mail: visitor.help@ascentialassist.com Web: www.springfair.com (*The DIY and Volume Halls open on 4 February)

5-9 Jewellery & Watch NEC, Birmingham Ascential Tel: +44 (0) 203 033 2580 E-mail: help@ascentialassist.com Web: www.jewelleryandwatchbirmingham.com 12-14 Pure London Olympia, London Ascential Tel: +44 (0) 203 033 2050 E-mail: pure.london@ascential.com Web: www.purelondon.com 19-21 CHSI Stitches NEC, Birmingham ICHF Tel: 01425 272711 E-mail: info@ichf.co.uk Web: www.chsi.co.uk 19-21 Moda NEC, Birmingham ITE Moda Tel: 01484 846 069 E-mail: nick.cook@iteexhibitions.com Web: www.moda-uk.co.uk

MARCH 3-5 The Baby Show ExCeL London Clarion Events Tel: 020 7384 8169 E-mail: enquiries@thebabyshow.co.uk Web: www.thebabyshow.co.uk 28-30 Harrogate International Nursery Fair Harrogate International Centre Harrogate Tel: 01902 880 906 E-mail: info@nurseryfair.com Web: www.nurseryfair.com

APRIL 2-4 British Craft Trade Fair Great Yorkshire Showground Harrogate PSM Tel: 01444 246446 E-mail: info@bctf.co.uk Web:www.bctf.co.uk 4-5 Independent Toy & Gift Show Cranmore Park Exhibition Centre Solihull Tel: 0121 713 4487 E-mail: toysandgifts@cranmorepark.co.uk Web: www.independenttoyandgift.co.uk

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25-26 London Stationery Show Business Design Centre Islington, London Ocean Media Tel: 020 7772 8461 E-mail: hazel.fieldwick@oceanmedia.co.uk Web: www.stationeryshow.co.uk

MAY 14-16 Pulse Olympia, London Clarion Events Tel: 020 7384 7740 E-mail: alexandra.neill@clarionevents.com Web: www.pulse-london.com 16-18 Toymaster Show Majestic Hotel Harrogate Tel: 01604 674 477 E-mail: ian.edmunds@toymaster.co.uk Web: www.toymaster.co.uk

Tel: 0121 237 1130 E-mail: info@exclusivelyhousewares.co.uk or E-mail: info@exclusivelyelectrical.co.uk Web: www.exclusivelyhousewares.co.uk or Web: www.exclusivelyelectrical.co.uk 29-July 1 Business Design Centre, London Upper Street Events Tel: 020 7288 6738 E-mail: nd@upperstreetevents.co.uk Web: www.newdesigners.com

JULY 6-8 New Designers (Part 2) Business Design Centre, London Upper Street Events Tel: 020 7288 6738 E-mail: nd@upperstreetevents.co.uk Web: www.designers.com 16-19 Home & Gift Harrogate Clarion Events Tel: 020 7384 8016 E-mail: angelina.s@clarionevents.com Web: www.homeandgift.co.uk 23-25 Pure London Olympia London Ascential Tel: 0203 033 2000 E-mail: pure.london@ascential.com Web: www.purelondon.com

AUGUST

17-18 The Museums & Heritage Show Olympia West, London Museums & Heritage Show Tel: 01905 724734 E-mail: anna@museumsandheritage.com Web: www.museumsandheritage.com 19-21 The Baby Show NEC, Birmingham Clarion Events Tel: 020 7384 8169 E-mail: enquiries@thebabyshow.co.uk Web: www.thebabyshow.co.uk

JUNE 6-7 Progressive Greeting Live 2017 Business Design Centre, London Max Exhibitions Tel: 01635 297070 E-mail: warren@progressivegreetingslive.com Web: www.progressivegreetingslive.com 13-14 Exclusively Housewares/ Exclusively Electrical Business Design Centre, London Brooke House Exhibitions

6-8 Moda NEC, Birmingham Tel: 01484 846 069 E-mail: nick.cook@iteeshibitions.com Web: www.moda-uk.co.uk

SEPTEMBER

10-12 British Craft Trade Fair London The Old Truman Brewery Brick Lane, London PSM Tel: 01444 246446 Email: info@bctf.co.uk Web: www.bctf.co.uk 11-13 GLEE NEC, Birmingham Ascential Tel: +44 (0)20 3033 2500 E-mail: help@i2iassist.com Web: www.gleebirmingham.com 17-18 Scotland's Trade Fair Autumn SECC, Glasgow Springboard Events Tel/fax: 01877 385 772 E-mail: info@springboardevents.net Web: www.scotlandstradefairs.uk 20-23 100% Design Olympia, London Media 10 Tel: 0203 225 5200 E-mail: hello@100percentdesign.co.uk Web: www.100percentdesign.co.uk

OCTOBER 10-12 Brand Licensing Europe 2017 Olympia, London UBM Tel: 020 7921 8028 E-mail: sonia.shann@ubm,com Web: www.brandlicensing.eu 20-22 The Baby Show Olympia, London Clarion Events Tel: 020 7384 8169 E-mail: enquiries@thebabyshow.co.uk Web: www.thebabyshow.co.uk

3-5 International Jewellery London (IJL) Olympia Reed Exhibitions Tel: 020 8271 2144 E-mail: ijl.helpline@reedexpo.co.uk Web: www.jewellerylondon.com *3-6 Autumn Fair International NEC, Birmingham Ascential Tel: 0203 033 2500 E-mail: help@ascentialassist.com Web: www.autumnfair.com (*Volume Halls open 1 day early) 10-12 Top Drawer (Home/Gift/Fashion/CRAFT) Olympia, London Clarion Events Tel: 020 7384 7798 E-mail: angelina.s@clarionevents.com Web: www.topdrawer.co.uk

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International Shows 2017 JANUARY 9-11 Hong Kong International Licensing Show Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre Hong Kong Trade Development Council Tel: 020 7616 9500 E-mail: licensingshow@hktdc.org Web: www.hktdc.com

23-26 International Jewellery Tokyo (IJT) Tokyo Big Sight Tokyo, Japan Reed Exhibitions Japan Tel: 00 81 3 3349 8519 E-mail: ijt-eng@reedexpo.co.jp Web: www.ijt.jp/en

9-12 Hong Kong International Stationery Fair Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre Hong Kong Trade Development Council/Messe Frankfurt (HK) Tel: 020 7616 9500 E-mail: exhibitions@hktdc.org Web: www.hkstationeryfair.com

27-30 HOMI Fiera Milano Rho, Milan Fiera Milano SPA Tel: 00 39 02 4997 6144 E-mail: visitatori.homi@fieromilano.it Web: www.homimilano.com (*Gifts and Events open on January 25)

9-12 Hong Kong Toys and Games Fair Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre Hong Kong Trade Development Council Tel: 020 7616 9500 E-mail: exhibitions@hktdc.org.hk Web: www.hktdc.com/globalnetwork

27-31 Christmasworld Frankfurt am Main Messe Frankfurt Tel: 01483 483 983 E-mail: info@uk.messefrankfurt.com Web: www.christmasworld.messefrankfurt.com

10-17 Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishing Market AmericasMart Atlanta AMC Inc Tel: 00 1 404 220 2684 E-mail: international@americasmart.com Web: www.americasmart.com

28-31 Paperworld 2017 Frankfurt am Main Germany Messe Frankfurt Tel: 01483 483 983 E-mail: info@uk.messefrankfurt.com Web: www.paperworld.messefrankfurt.com

18-21 Formex Stockholmsmässan Stockholm Stockholm International Fairs Tel: 00 46 8 749 41 00 E-mail: formex@stockholmsmassan.se Web: www.formex.se

29-Feb 2 Toronto Gift Fair The International Centre & Congress Centre Toronto Canadian Gift Association Tel: + (800) 611 6100 E-mail: toronto@cangift.org Web: www.cangift.org

FEBRUARY 20-24 Maison&Objet Paris Paris-Nord Villepinte Paris, France Promosalons (UK) Tel: 020 8216 3108 E-mail: elise@promosalons.co.uk Web: www.maison-objet.com 22-25 Showcase Ireland 2017 RDS Dublin Showcase Ireland Events Tel: 00 353 1 295 8185 Email: info@showcaseireland.com Web: www.showcaseireland.com

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1-5 Intergift/Bisutex/Madridjoya Madrid Trade Fair Centre Madrid, Spain IFEMA Tel: 07971 1280870 E-mail: louisa@elsieb.co.uk Web: Intergift www.intergift.ifema.es Web: Bisutex www.bisutex.ifema.es Web: Madridjoya www.madridjoya.ifema.es 1-6 International Toy Fair Nuremberg Spielwarenmesse Nurnberg Convention Centre, Germany Tel: + 44 20 3375 8230 E-mail: spielwarenmesse@pattern.co.uk Web: www.spielwarenmesse.de

2-5 Formland Spring MCH Messecenter Herning Kongrescenter Herning, Denmark Tel: + 45 9926 9926 E-mail: info@formalnd.dk Web: www.formland.dk 4-8 NY NOW (to include Handmade) Jacob K Javits Convention Center New York, NY Emerald Expositions Tel: 00 1 847 996 5814 E-mail: info@nynow.com Web: www.nynow.com 8-10 Tokyo International Gift Show Spring 2017 Tokyo International Exhibition Center Tokyo Big Sight Tokyo, Japan Business Guide-Sha Inc. Tel: 00 81 (0) 3 3843 9851 Web: www.giftshow.co.jp/english Email: d-haga@giftshow.co.jp 10-14 Ambiente Frankfurt am Main, Germany Messe Frankfurt Tel: + 44 01483 483983 E-mail: info@uk.messefrankfurt.com Web: www.ambiente.messefrankfurt.com 16-20 IHGF Delhi Fair Spring 2017 India Expo Centre & Mart Greater Noida Expressway, Delhi Export Promotion Council For Handicrafts Tel: 00 91 11 261 35 256 E-mail: mails@epch.com Web: www.epch.in

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DITP Tel: 020 7493 5749 E-mail: big@ditp.go.th Web: www.bigandbih.com

18-21 Toy Fair New York Jacob K Javits Convention Center New York Toy Industry Association Tel: 00 1 212 675 1141 E-mail: info@toyassociation.org Web: www.toyfairny.com

20-23 Hong Kong Houseware Fair Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre Hong Kong Trade Development Council Tel: 020 7616 9500 E-mail: exhibitions@hktdc.org Web: www.hktdc.com

MARCH 1-3 HouseHold Expo Crocus Expo Moscow, Russia Tel: 00 7 495 363 50 32/33 E-mail: info@housware-expo.com Web: www.hhexpo.ru/en/ 2-6 Hong Kong International Jewellery Show Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre Hong Kong Trade Development Council Tel: 020 7616 9500 E-mail: exhibitions@kktdc.org Web: www.hktdc.com 5-8 Toy, Hobby & Licensing Fair 2017 Melbourne Exhibition & Convention Centre, Melbourne Australian Toy Association Tel: 00 61 3 9320 2600 Email: admin@austoy.com.au Web: www.austoy.com.au 7-10 Maison&Objet Asia Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre Singapore Promosalons (UK) Tel: 020 8216 3108 E-mail: elise@promosalons.co.uk Web: www.maison-objet.com 8-10 Atlanta Spring Gift, Home Furnishings & Holiday Market AmericasMart, Atlanta, USA AMC Inc Tel: 00 1 404 220 2684 E-mail: international@americasmart.com Web: www.americasmart.com

13-14 Source British California Market Centre Los Angeles Upper Street Events Tel: 020 7288 6537 E: tamara@sourcebritish.com Web: sourcebritish.com/ 18-21 International Home + Housewares Show 2017 McCormick Place Chicago, Illinois IHA Tel: + 1 847 292 4200 E-mail: international@housewares.org Web: www.housewares.org

APRIL 3-5 Bologna Licensing Trade Fair Piazza Constituzione 6 Bologna, Italy Tel: 00 39 051 282 242 E-mail: licensing@bolognafiere.it Web: www.bolognalicensing.com 18-21 Global Sources Gifts & Home AsiaWorld-Expo Hong Kong Global Sources Tel: 00 852 8199 7308 E-mail: visit@globalsoources.com Web: www.globalsources.com 19-21 Bangkok International Gift Fair (BIG) & Bangkok International Houseware Fair (BIH) BITEC, Bangna, Bangkok

21-23 Manila FAME International World Trade Center Metro Manila, Philippines Tel: 00 63 2 831 2201 Web: www.manilafame.com 23-27 Canton Fair (Phase 2) China Import and Export Fair Complex Guangzhou, China Tel: +86 203 3737 3020 E-mail: info@cantonfair.org.cn Web: www.cantonfair.org.cn 26-29 Giftionery Taipei 2017 TWTC, Exhibition Hall, Taipei Taiwan External Trade Development Council Tel: 00 886 2 2725 5200 E-mail: giftionery@taitra.org.tw Web: www.giftionery.net 27-30 Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre Hong Kong Trade Development Council Tel: 020 7616 9500 E-mail: exhibitions@hktdc.org Web: www.hktdc.com

MAY 10-13 Maison&Objet Americas Miami Beach Convention Center Miami Promosalons (UK) Tel: 020 8216 3108 E-mail: elise@promosalons.co.uk Web: www.maison-objet.com 21-23 SURTEX Jacob K Javits Convention Center New York, NY Emerald Expositions Tel: 00 1 770 291 5400 Email: megan.ellis@emeraldexpo.com Web: www.surtex.com 21-24 National Stationery Show Jacob K Javits Convention Center New York, NY Emerald Expositions Tel: 00 1 914 421 3394 E-mail: kelly.bristol@nationalstationeryshow.com Web: www.nationalstationeryshow.com Showtime Worldwide 2017

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23-25 Licensing International Expo 2017 Mandalay Bay Convention Center Las Vegas UBM Tel: +1 (218) 740 7130 E-mail: cs@licensingexpo.com Web: www.licensingexpo.com

JUNE 14-16 Interior Lifestyle Tokyo Tokyo Big Sight Tokyo Japan Messe Frankfurt Tel: 01483 483983 E-mail: info@uk.messefrankfurt.com Website: www.interior-lifestyle.com 24-27 Tendence Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt, Germany Messe Frankfurt Tel: +44 (0) 1483 483 983 E-mail: info@uk.messefrankfurt.com Web: www.tendence.messefrankfurt.com

E-mail: info@formland.dk Web: www.formland.dk 19-23 NY NOW (to include Handmade) Jacob K Javits Convention Center New York, NY Emerald Expositions Tel: 001 847 996 5814 E-mail: registration@nynow.com Web: www.nynow.com 20-23 Autumn Gift & Home Show Citywest International Events Centre, Dublin Eventpro Tel: 00 353 1 295 8181 Web: www.autumngiftfair.com 23-26 Formex Stockholm International Fairs & Congress Centre Stockholm Stockholm International Fairs Tel: 00 46 8749 41 00 E-mail: formex@stockholmassan.se Web: www.formex.se

25-29 Fall Design Week (to include Atlanta Gourmet & Gift) AmericasMart Atlanta, USA AMC Inc Tel: 00 1 404 220 2684 E-mail: international@americasmart.com Web: www.americasmart.com

OCTOBER 13-17 IHGF Delhi Fair Autumn 2017 India Expo Centre & Mart Greater Noida Expressway, Delhi Export Promotion Council For Handicrafts Tel: 00 91 11 261 35 256 E-mail: mails@epch.com Web: www.epch.in 19-23 Bangkok International Gift Fair (BIG) & Bangkok International Houseware (BIH) BITEC, Bangna, Bangkok DITP Tel: 020 7493 5749 E-mail: big@ditp.go.th Web: www.bigandbih.com

SEPTEMBER 28-30 Licensing Japan Tokyo Big Sight Tokyo, Japan Reed Exhibitions Japan Tel: 00 81 3 3349 8519 E-mail: visitorseng.licensing@reedexpo.co.jp Web: www.licensing.org

JULY 5-7 GIFTEX 2017 Tokyo Big Sight Tokyo, Japan Reed Exhibitions Japan Tel: 00 81 3 3349 8519 E-mail: giftex-eng@reedexpo.co.jp Web: www.giftex.jp 11-18 Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market AmericasMart Atlanta, USA AMC Inc Tel: 00 1 404 220 2684 E-mail: international@americasmart.com Web: www.americasmart.com

AUGUST 13-16 Toronto Gift Fair The International Centre & Congress Centre Toronto Tel: 00 1 416 679 0170 E-mail: info@cangift.org Web: www.cangift.org 17-20 Formland Messecenter Herning Kongrescenter Herning, Denmark MCH Tel: +45 9926 9926

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8-12 Maison&Objet Paris-Nord Villepinte Paris, France Promosalons (UK) Tel: 020 8216 3108 E-mail: elise@promosalons.co.uk Web: www.maison-objet.com

20-23 Mega Show (Part 1) Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Center, Hong Kong Comasia Tel: 00 (852) 2700 6726 E-mail: cs@comasia.com.hk Web: www.mega-show.com

14-16 Interior Lifestyle China Shanghai New International Exhibition Centre Shanghai, China Messe Frankfurt (Shanghai) Co Tel: +44 (0) 1483 483 983 E-mail: info@china.messefrankfurt.com Web: www.il-china.com

23-27 Canton Fair (Phase 2) China Import and Export Fair Complex Guangzhou China Tel: (862) 28-888-999 E-mail: book@cantonfair.net Web: www.cantonfair.net

14-17 Kind + Jugend Cologne Exhibition Centre Koelnmesse Tel: +49 (0)221 821 2634 E-mail: l.schulz@koelnmesse.de Web: www.kindundjugend.com

27-29 Mega Show (Part 2) Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Center, Hong Kong Comasia Tel: 00 (852) 2700 6726 E-mail: cs@comasia.co.hk Web: www.mega-show.com

15-18 HOMI Fiera Milano Rho, Milan Fiera Milano SPA Tel: 00 39 02 4997 6144 E-mail: visitatori.homi@fieromilano.it Web: www.homimilano.com 20-24 Intergift, Bisutex, Madridjoya Madrid Trade Fair Centre Madrid, Spain IFEMA Tel: 07971 1280870 E-mail: louisa@elsieb.co.uk Web: Intergift www.intergift.ifema.es Web: Bisutex www.bisutex.ifema.es Web: Madridjoya www.madridjoya.ifema.es

TBC Manila FAME International SMX Convention Center Metro Manila Philippines CITEM Tel: 00 63 2 831 1256 Web: www.manilafame.com

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