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August/September 2020
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August/September 2020

 
Regular features, news, events, Q&A special - and much more
 
Iconic Herbin brand celebrates historic 350th anniversary
 
Iconic Herbin brand celebrates historic 350th anniversary
 
ExaClair, the UK subsidiary of the Exacompta-Clairefontaine group that owns the Herbin® brand, has launched a range of limited edition Herbin inks and gift sets to celebrate the brand's 350-year anniversary. These incorporate vintage wax capped ink bottles, available in the first five colours launched by Herbin®; black, blue, red, green and violet.

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The individualisation megatrend
 
The individualisation megatrend
 
With laser technology becoming one of the main methods of production for many companies, it's no surprise that personalisation of products has become a lucrative source of income for companies. A laser machine makes the personalisation process quick and efficient, with names, logos and more produced in the blink of an eye. An example of this is offering personalisation within a retail setting. John Lewis previously used laser machines to personalise Quality Street lids as part of its Christmas campaign. The efficiency of the technology made it easy to quickly personalise different names in a time-sensitive environment.

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Giving & Living trade show aims to help businesses bounce back in ‘21
 
Giving & Living trade show aims to help businesses bounce back in ‘21
 
The UK tourism sector has been one of the sectors hardest hit by the Coronavirus crisis. So the leading specialist gift trade show in the south west is aiming to give the region's businesses a much-needed bounce back for 2021. The Giving & Living trade show takes place from Sunday 17th to Tuesday 19th January, at Westpoint, Exeter, and (as ever) showcases the very latest gift ideas and products for buyers to stock their shelves, get set up for the year ahead, and boost their profits.

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Hyve Group launches three virtual forums in September 2020
 
Hyve Group launches three virtual forums in September 2020
 
The event teams behind Autumn Fair, Glee, Pure, Pure Origin, Moda and Scoop believe that these virtual forums are a key part in their new 'Refuelling Retail' initiative.

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Trade fair trio makes face-to-face meetings possible with its protection and hygiene concept
 
Trade fair trio makes face-to-face meetings possible with its protection and hygiene concept
 
With B2B business, it's particularly important to establish personalcontacts and discuss solutions as well as experience products at first hand - this is the only way to achieve business objectives.These aspects are therefore also the cornerstones of the Christmasworld, Paperworld and Creativeworld trade fairs. Messe Frankfurt has devised a concept that includes detailed organisational, hygiene and medical measures to ensure safe personal contacts.

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Art Deco buttons from Stockwell Ceramics
 
Art Deco buttons from Stockwell Ceramics
 
Stockwell Ceramics has released a sumptuous new range of art deco buttons.

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London Stationery Show postponed
 
London Stationery Show postponed
 
Organisers, Ocean Media Group, has announced that London Stationery Show 2020, which was due to be held on Friday 11th September, will not be taking place this year.

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At home with Korbond
 
At home with Korbond
 
With the majority of exhibition halls closing their doors for the remainder of 2020, Korbond will regrettably no longer be able to welcome you to its stand at Autumn Fair. However, the company is evolving and introducing innovative ways to engage with customers via a virtual and digital arena and is looking forward welcoming you to the home of Korbond, virtually.

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