Craft Focus - October/November 2025 (Issue 111)

22 Paperworld Middle East - registration now open! Recognised as one of the most influential trade shows for paper, stationery, office, and school supplies, this is where the global industry comes to connect, discover, and grow in person. From powerhouse brands to breakthrough innovations, the entire supply chain is at your fingertips. Whether you’re a retailer, distributor, owner, manufacturer, or entrepreneur, this is your platform to source what’s new, spot what’s next, and spark partnerships that translate into growth. Taking place 11th to 13th November 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, join 450+ global exhibitors and 15,000+ professionals* ready to do business. *Includes visitors attending Gifts & Lifestyle Middle East, co-located with Paperworld Middle East. Visit: https://paperworld-middle-east. ae.messefrankfurt.com Toy Fair Visitor Registration Opens for January 2026 Visitor registration has opened for Toy Fair 2026, which will return to Olympia, London on 20th January for three days of new product launches, industry networking and trends. Now in its 72nd year, the UK’s largest dedicated toy, games and hobby trade show will once again bring together a wide mix of exhibitors from across the industry. Alongside household names such as The LEGO Group, Playmobil UK Ltd, and Galt (part of the Jumbo Group), the event will also showcase a strong line-up of brands exhibiting creative products from the arts and crafts category. Visitors can expect to find companies such as Craft Buddy Limited, Curious Universe, Djeco, SES CREATIVE, and Paper Projects Ltd. A buzzing hub for retailers and the wider industry to meet face-to-face with manufacturers and distributors over three busy days. Toy Fair is the ideal place to build new business connections, strengthen existing relationships and access exclusive on-site retail offers. Rebecca Deeming-Mitchell, Senior Communications & Events Manager at the BTHA, said, “Last year, the show welcomed more than 250 exhibitors to the halls of Olympia, and this year promises to be just as vibrant. We are delighted to see many leading manufacturers returning, as well as a host of fresh faces, and we look forward to welcoming retailers from across the industry. Exhibitors will be bursting with innovation, creativity and plenty of inspiration for those interested in arts and crafts.” Be the first to discover thousands of new products and innovations across the industry. Register for a visitor pass via the website now on the Toy Fair website: www.toyfair.co.uk

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