Discover the latest retail trends, wholesale product inspiration and brand stories from Home & Gift Buyers’ Festival — the UK’s leading summer sourcing trade show. Explore new suppliers, bestselling products and expert insights to help you refresh your range, source Autumn/Winter collections and stay ahead in retail.
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Behind the Brand | Joe Davies
08 Jul 2026
An importer and distributor of over 10,000 gift items to independent retailers, Joe Davies is set to launch 2000+ brand new additions to its collection at Home & Gift 2026.
A New Chapter for Fox Under The Moon: Heartfelt Collaboration with Joe Davies Unveiled at Home & Gift
27 Jul 2025
Home & Gift 2025 played host to a heartwarming announcement that’s sure to delight gift retailers across the UK: Joe Davies, one of the nation’s most respected giftware distributors, has unveiled its …
Behind The Brand: Fox Under The Moon
09 Jul 2025
What began as a quiet act of love during lockdown has grown into a much-loved brand known for its heartfelt words and gentle illustrations. In this interview, we speak to creator Stacey McNeill about …
Behind The Brand: The Gourmet Chocolate Pizza Co
02 Jul 2025
Helen Ellis
The Gourmet Chocolate Pizza Company is set to sweeten up Home & Gift this July with their show-stopping chocolate creations. Handmade in Nottinghamshire using the finest Belgian chocolate, their choco …
Behind The Brand: Blue Bear & Co.
22 May 2025
We’re honoured to welcome Blue Bear & Co. to Home & Gift, a brand born from love, memory, and a mother’s enduring bond with her son. Founded by Nicola Robinson in memory of her little boy Charlie, Blu …
A Big Break Wrapped in Kindness: Fox Under The Moon's New Chapter Debuts at Home & Gift
15 May 2025
Simone Ward
This summer, at the 65th Anniversary of the Home & Gift Buyer’s Festival 20–23 July 2025 in beautiful Harrogate, visitors will have the chance to witness such a moment firsthand as Fox Under The Moon …
What Amazon’s ‘Haul’ Means for the UK Home & Gift Market
14 May 2025
Simone Ward
Have you spotted it yet? Amazon has quietly launched Haul in the UK — a new section of its shopping app packed with ultra-low-cost home, lifestyle, and fashion items. Thousands of products under £20, …
Celebrate the Art of Handwriting in a Digital Age
14 May 2025
Simone Ward
There’s something about putting pen to paper that just feels different, isn’t there? In a time when most messages arrive with a ping and disappear with a swipe, the charm of handwriting has quietly be …
Summer Starts Here: Why Home & Gift 2025 is the One Event You Can't Miss
28 Apr 2025
Simone Ward
There’s something about summer in Harrogate. Maybe it’s the charm of the Georgian architecture, the sun warming the lawns, or the steady hum of conversations that stretch long into the evening over a …
Trends Come and Go—Your Brand Shouldn’t: A Guide for Indie Retailers
11 Apr 2025
Simone Ward
How do you stay ahead of the curve without losing sight of who you are? It’s a question that sits at the heart of many conversations with independent retailers right now. Trends move fast, consumers e …
"Spring into Sales: Fresh Gift Bundles to Wow Your Customers"
03 Apr 2025
Simone Ward
Spring is in the air, and with it comes a fresh chance to captivate customers and boost sales. As an independent retailer or exhibitor, offering seasonal gift bundles isn’t just a smart move—it’s a re …
Sustainability in Retail: How Our Home & Gift Brands Are Leading the Way
18 Mar 2025
Simone Ward
Why Sustainability Matters in Retail In an era where environmental consciousness is no longer a choice but a necessity, sustainability has become the backbone of retail success. Today’s consumers aren …
Behind The Brand | Charlotte Noar
01 Aug 2024
From fine bone china and classic cotton tea towels to elegant flower prints, Charlotte Noar provides the perfect balance of bright and bubbly ambience with a sense of serenity. Click here to read more …
Behind the Brand | Panier Des Sens
06 Jun 2024
Born in the South of France, inspired by its beautiful surroundings, this brand creates the most luxurious products that are both beautiful and good for your skin. Read their story and learn why they …
Behind the Brand | Gardening for Kids
30 May 2024
This former biology teacher has made gardening a fun and creative outlet for kids! Gardening for Kids' range of educational and exciting products are sure to brighten any retailer's shelves as well as …
Behind the Brand | Little Paper Soul
20 May 2024
This brand gives us a contemporary take on the classic method of Letterpress printing with their wonderful collection of greeting cards! Learn how Elizabeth Forbes and her antique press are taking ove …
Gift of the Year 2024 Finalists Announced
21 Feb 2024
Congratulations to our exhibitors who are finalists for the Gift of the Year Awards! It is wonderful to see some of our top brand's new products and talent be recognised by the industry. Read on to se …