Stationery Trends

22/07/2024

When the world feels complicated, the simple is welcoming. So is the affordable — which is why pocket notebooks, stickers and flat notes are currently at the stationery forefront. Take a look at the Summer 2024 Fresh Picks: https://stationerytrends.com/article/summer-2024-fresh-picks-trending-up/

📸: Photo courtesy of Creative Co-Op.

17/07/2024

Custom offerings are bespoke again — but are best experienced off-screen. 🖋

“Custom wedding invitations are selling really well and I think it’s because people in that market want a more personal experience,” explained Karla Ebrahimi-Camens of Sky of Blue Press & Papery.

Read more about the growth of creating in-person custom cards.

📸 courtesy of James Wirth Photography.

The custom invitation and stationery market has had quite a ride since the 21st century dawned. For many brides, ordering them went from perusing invitation alb

16/07/2024

Atlanta Market participants have voted four from 40 products as “People’s Choice” winners in the Summer 2024 Market Snapshot program.

📸 courtesy Generation Bee.

From 40 products, Atlanta Market participants have voted four as “People’s Choice” winners in the Summer 2024 Market Snapshot program: Charcuterie Cheat S

12/07/2024

The Greeting Card Association submitted comments to the Postal Regulatory Commission urging it to limit excessive increases for stamps and other postage and to put in place requirements to control costs and preserve mail volume.

The Greeting Card Association (GCA) submitted comments to the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) urging it to limit excessive increases for stamps and other pos

11/07/2024

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10/07/2024

Partnering with The Boutique Hub and independent retailers from the Evolve 2024 conference, Heart on Main Street raised $10,000 to supportThe Mix Mercantile's rebuild.

📸 courtesy of Heart on Main Street.

Partnering with The Boutique Hub and independent retailers from the Evolve 2024 conference, Heart on Main Street raised $10,000 to support The Mix Mercantile's

09/07/2024

Market Pros will invite leading industry designers and trailblazers to share their favorite finds and market highlights in a series of social media takeovers during Las Vegas Market.

📸 courtesy of ANDMORE.

Market Pros, a long-standing ANDMORE influencer program, invites leading industry designers and trailblazers to share their favorite finds and market highlights

08/07/2024

Gift for Life will expand its successful Home vs Hunger fundraising campaign at Summer 2024 Las Vegas Market, July 28 - Aug. 1, 2024.

Gift for Life, the gift and home industries’ longest-running, volunteer-led national charitable organization, will expand its successful Home vs Hunger fundra

08/07/2024

Nora Weiser, executive director, is departing from her role after almost four years of leadership at the Greeting Card Association (GCA).

Nora Weiser, executive director, is departing from her role after almost four years of leadership at the Greeting Card Association (GCA). Weiser will continu

08/07/2024

"People’s Choice” voting is open now through July 15 for the Summer 2024 Atlanta Market edition of Market Snapshot.

"People’s Choice” voting is open now through July 15 for the Summer 2024 Atlanta Market edition of Market Snapshot, a showcase of 40 new and innovative prod

05/07/2024

Just Got 2 Have It! will introduce thirteen new lines at the Atlanta Summer Market starting July 15

📸 courtesy of Just Got 2 Have It!

Just Got 2 Have It! will introduce thirteen new lines at the Atlanta Summer Market starting Monday, July 15. The company will showcase its expanded portfolio ac

03/07/2024

15 tips for the Christmas season to end the year on a profitable note.🎄❄

Sarah Schwartz queried several retailers across the country to find out what succeeded in 2023 — and to get a peek at this year’s holiday plans.

📸 courtesy of Barque.

The winter holiday 2023 numbers are in, and the news is actually pretty good! The National Retail Federation (NRF) reported that holiday spending was not only c

03/07/2024

ANDMORE hosts nearly 20 buying groups and trade associations for shopping, network and education this summer at its Atlanta Market and Las Vegas Market with industry partners providing onsite activities for member-based organizations.

📸 courtesy of ANDMORE.

ANDMORE hosts nearly 20 buying groups and trade associations for shopping, network and education this summer at its Atlanta Market (July 16-22, 2024, at America

27/06/2024

This August, Atlanta Apparel presents 14 floors of exhibits alongside expanded hospitality, amenities, events and giveaways, July 30 – Aug. 2 at AmericasMart Atlanta.

This August, Atlanta Apparel presents 14 floors of exhibits, including a full Children’s pavilion and continued growth in new exhibits, alongside expanded hos

27/06/2024

📣 This just in! 2021co and Biely & Shoaf, two award-winning specialty greeting card and stationery companies, have entered into a licensing and operational partnership, effective July 1. Read more about what this partnership entails in our exclusive coverage: https://stationerytrends.com/news/2021-co-establishes-a-licensing-operational-partnership-with-biely-shoaf/

📸: Photo courtesy of 2021 Co.

26/06/2024

Melrose International promoted of Karl Venvertloh to president, effective June 26.

📸 courtesy of Melrose International.

Melrose International promoted of Karl Venvertloh to president, effective June 26. This marks a significant milestone in the continued growth and evolution of M

26/06/2024

A Capitol card send, sponsored by the Greeting Card Association (GCA), literally brought home the importance of the USPS. GCA's Nora Weiser and Rafe Morrissey write about why this event — which experienced major growth from last year — is so important for the industry and greater public. Read more in Weiser and Morrissey's summer column: https://stationerytrends.com/article/honoring-mom-and-the-mail-capitol-card-send-emphasized-importance-of-the-usps/

25/06/2024

The Summer 2024 edition of the Las Vegas Market Preview is now available as a print magazine and interactive digital flipbook ahead of Las Vegas Market, July 28-Aug. 1 at World Market Center Las Vegas.

📸 courtesy of Andmore.

The Summer 2024 edition of the Las Vegas Market Preview is now available as a print magazine and interactive digital flipbook ahead of Las Vegas Market, July 28

25/06/2024

ANDMORE President Dorothy Belshaw was honored with Gift for Life’s 2024 Industry Achievement Award during the 73rd Annual Retailer Excellence Awards on June 19 in Dallas.

📸 courtesy of Andmore .

ANDMORE President Dorothy Belshaw was honored with Gift for Life’s 2024 Industry Achievement Award during the 73rd Annual Retailer Excellence Awards on June 1

23/06/2024

Pantone’s Color of the Year Peach Fuzz is described as warm, yet still very cool, and youthful, yet still accessible to all.

Gert & Co blends Peach Fuzz with Aurora Pink, Capri and America’s latest favorite pastime for a purely 2024 effect.

: Check out our Fresh Picks from the spring issue.

📸 courtesy of Gert & Co.

Pantone’s Color of the Year Peach Fuzz is described as warm, yet still very cool, and youthful, yet still accessible to all. Those contradictions accordingly

20/06/2024

Celebrate the first day of summer with some picks for the upcoming summer shows. Think small to deliver big! ☀ 💐

📸 courtesy of Hack Decks.

Think small to deliver big! 1. Tiny Bouquet. Another Studio. Atlanta, Shoppe Object, Garden Center Show, Rocky Mountain Gift Show, Faire. 2. Stitc

20/06/2024

In her summer 2024 column, Sarah Schwartz shares she has a high school graduate this year and reflects on her daughter Veronica's life in stationery thus far. "The years go fast, but the paper remains," she writes. Read the heartfelt editor's letter here: https://stationerytrends.com/article/from-the-editor-the-paper-remains/

20/06/2024

Five "Market Pros" will share their favorite finds and market highlights in a series of social media takeovers during Atlanta Market, July 16-22.

📸 courtesy of ANDMORE.

Five "Market Pros" – leading industry designers and tastemakers – will share their favorite finds and market highlights in a series of social media takeover

20/06/2024

nora fleming will launch several new products at the upcoming summer home and gift markets.

📸 courtesy of nora fleming. 🥖

nora fleming will launch several new products at the upcoming summer home and gift markets. These introductions include charming new minis, versatile serving so

19/06/2024

Las Vegas Market is offering pre-registered buyers “Best of Las Vegas” opportunities to win one of five prizes during the July 28 – Aug. 1 event.

Las Vegas Market is offering pre-registered buyers “Best of Las Vegas” opportunities to win one of five prizes – including attractions, entertainment, spa

19/06/2024

When you choose to attend Las Vegas Market, July 28 – August 1, you have more opportunities to source dynamic cross-category gift, home décor, and furniture resources. From rich colors and textures to distinctive product designs, you never know what is waiting around the corner.
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19/06/2024

Meet Carly McFadden at Dallas Market Center's Total Home & Gift Market from June 20-22! Find her walking the show and be sure to say hello. See you then!

18/06/2024

Dallas Market Center and Heart on Main Street will collaborated for Love Local Day on June 20-21 during the Total Home & Gift Market

Dallas Market Center and Heart on Main Street, a nonprofit championing independent retailers, will collaborate for Love Local Day on June 20-21 during the Tota

18/06/2024

From June 19-25, pick up our Spring issue at Dallas Market Center Total Home & Gift Market! Find copies in publication bins as you walk through the coast-to-coast, find-it-all market.

18/06/2024

Data released by the U.S. Census Bureau today shows retail sales grew again in May and helped drive a still-expanding economy, National Retail Federation (NRF) Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz said.

Data released by the U.S. Census Bureau today shows retail sales grew again in May and helped drive a still-expanding economy, National Retail Federation (NRF)