21 SHOWS & EVENTS This season’s most unmissable events Shows, news & events Go West in the new year As we head into the Golden Quarter for gifting, the team at Giving & Living is looking ahead to one of the first trade sourcing events of 2026, due to take place from 18th to 20th January, 2026, at Westpoint, Exeter. For those who enjoy visiting this fabulous independent show – and others who’ve yet to sample the delights of the West Country – we take a sneaky peak at what’s in store. If you’re looking for a reason to visit Giving & Living in 2026, why not start with one of the best selections of designed & made in Britain products you can find at any UK trade exhibition. As the appetite for high quality, locally made British goods continues to get stronger, retailers can differentiate themselves from the crowd by buying British. Unique to Giving & Living is the Coastal Path, a sector devoted to the beautiful British seaside and its countryside environs, which help to bring so much business to the all-important tourist trade. For the 2026 event, Giving & Living will once again be proud to host the Gift of the Year showcase, which brings a fantastic variety of innovative new products to the show floor in Exeter. For the forthcoming event we are delighted to welcome back a wonderful cohort of loyal, long-term exhibitors, joined by an exciting wave of companies that are new to Giving & Living in 2026 or returning after an absence of many years. Alongside regulars that include Quay Traders, JBA Souvenirs and Pineapple Island will be Colcards and Becky Bettesworth, both returning after many years, whilst amongst the new exhibitors are Cortina Footwear, Sticky Resin, Stosa, and Zebra Pens. Mike Anderson, MD of the show’s organisers Hale Events, said: “2026 is the year for everyone to pull together and ensure our industry continues to not just survive but thrive. One of the best ways to do this is through smart and savvy product sourcing that will tempt consumers to part with their cash and encourage them to support the stores on their local high streets. This isn’t the time to have the same tired old stock on your shelves, but to take a punt on something fresh – give new makers a chance or try different lines from your preferred suppliers that will inspire shoppers and help keep those tills ringing. Giving & Living is the place to fulfil those needs and we look forward to welcoming visitors from all around the UK to our show in January.” For more information about the show and to register to attend visit the website: givingliving.co.uk Companies interested in exhibiting can contact Paul on +44 (0)1934 733 433 or apply online: www.givingliving.co.uk/ exhibiting/book-your-stand. Diary dates Harrogate Christmas & Gift 11th – 14th January, 2026 Harrogate Convention Centre www.harrogatefair.com Giving & Living 18th – 20th January, 2026 Westpoint, Exeter https://givingliving.co.uk Toy Fair 20th – 22nd January, 2026 Olympia, London www.toyfair.co.uk Spring Fair 1st – 4th February, 2026 NEC, Birmingham www.springfair.com Creativeworld 6th – 9th February, 2026 Messe Frankfurt, Germany https://creativeworld. messefrankfurt.com The 2025 h+h americas Lookbook: Made for YOU! is here! Explore the heart of the handmade industry through this exclusive digital edition, now available as a free download from the all-new merch store: shop.handicraft-worldwide. com. Packed with inspiration, innovation, and community stories, the Lookbook captures everything that makes h+h americas the premier craft industry event in North America. Flip through 80+ pages of highlights from the 2025 show in Rosemont, IL—including the Creator Summit, Fashion Show, Golden Scissors Awards, and Cosplay Competition, plus features from top brands such as Brother, Riley Blake Designs, Shannon Fabrics, Círculo, and more. Inside, you’ll find: • A letter from the director, Darrin Stern on how collaboration fuels creativity. • Trends from h+h cologne 2025 – sustainability, innovation, and the future of local retail. • Highlights from the show floor – 558 exhibitors, 5,188 professionals, 318 education sessions. • Award-winning creators who are shaping the next era of craft and design. • Inspiration from installations and exhibits, including Kaffe Fassett, Cherrywood Challenge, and more. Whether you’re a retailer, maker, designer, or educator, this Lookbook was made for you. It’s a visual journey through the creativity, passion, and community that power our industry. Download your free copy today by visiting: shop.handicraft-worldwide.com
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