Items tagged “Eco-friendly”

Features

International Gift Ideas for Close-to-Home Fun

By Stephanie Hanlon

A benefit of a global economy is that stores can offer beautiful and unique items from beyond their own borders. Having this kind of reach means you can be the hero for parents and gift-buyers by offering something nobody else can get. In apples-to-apples comparison, England-based Apples to Pears offers the cutest gifts, complete with their own decorative tin packaging (no need to wrap!). Tablets can be cushioned from child-like blows with tabCoosh direct from Australia. The Scottish can be so eloquent with adorable 2D and 3D gallery frames from The Articulate Gallery. From France, TAPIKID playmats by DEUZ stimulate imaginations to fuel the fun.

The Green Scene

SolPals Lights are More Than a Bright Idea

By Kelly Lee

Many children are at least a bit afraid of the dark, which can make bedtime less peaceful. Kids are prone to nightmares and terrors, making it hard for them to either fall asleep or stay in a restful state. A lack of deep, restful sleep can lead to all sorts of health issues. How can parents help their children — and others less fortunate than themselves — enjoy a more restful sleep? SolPals, a company that develops solar-powered nightlights, not only harnesses the energy of the sun in a fun way for children, but also donates to those less fortunate

Show Reports

Winter New York Gift Fair Salutes Winners

By Mari Gold

New York International Gift Fair - New York City, New York (1/26/13 - 1/30/13)

The Baby & Child division of the Winter 2013 New York International Gift Fair gave best new product awards to five exhibitors. The Giggle Guide’s own Leesa Valentino was among the judges who presented the awards. The Blogger’s Best award went to Benbini for Benbini Watches; the Toy award winner was Home Grown Books for Set 3; the Décor winner was 3 Sprouts for the 3 Sprouts Laundry Hamper; the Gear winner was MadPax for Blok Fullpack; and the Apparel nod was given to Zipit for their Happy Playsuit. Here are more details on offerings that caught the Giggle Guide’s eye…

IMAGINE GreenWear

By elaine fishbein

Fall evokes new beginnings. The air is fresh and crisp. Children begin a new school year, where anything is possible. IMAGINE GreenWear combines 100% Organic THERMAL Cotton with ultra-soft cotton jersey, to create a unique collection for this special season. Thermal hoodies for boys and girls, 2fers with thermal sleeves, our new thermal FLIP IT™ dresses (no front or back, girls can wear it their way). IMAGINE also has rompers, onesies, stripe yoga pants, dresses and tees in nine ounce cotton jersey. All our clothing is decorated with hip and colorful graphics on both front and back.

The Grapevine

Aroundsquare Changes the Shape of Play

By Stephanie Hanlon

In a world of toys where everything makes noise and requires every type of battery, there’s something refreshing about going old school. Goodwood Deconstruction Blocks are designed by Aroundsquare for creative play for play’s sake. Aroundsquare sees play as a range of activities from manual to mental, from tangible to imaginary, from closed to open, from individual to group, from competitive to cooperative, and from silent all the way to rowdy. In short, there is no right or wrong way to play with Goodwood Deconstruction Blocks, making them the right choice for families, and for your store.

Show Reports

AmericasMart Wows Buyers

By Mari Gold

The Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market® - Atlanta, Georgia (1/9/13 - 1/16/13)

The January Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market was a resounding hit for buyers and sellers who gathered from around the globe. Buyers from every U.S. state and 75 countries attended. Energy was high as showrooms wrote orders for immediate delivery as well as the Fall 2013 season. All things kid related were covered at this major market, including apparel, shoes, keepsakes, gifts, bedding, home furnishings and lots more. Among the lines that caught attention from The Giggle Guide^® were Improv Electronics, Mungi Bands, Bling 2o and mimivail.

Features

Shower Them with Baby Gifts

By Mari Gold

Shoppers are always on the lookout for special gifts for new parents or shower presents that are not ho-hum. Some items are so filled with fun they scream “buy me!” while others attract because they are ecologically in tune. The more variety you offer, the greater your rewards as customers like having a selection of items at different price points. Great shower and baby gifts help build your business as others ask the happy recipients, “Where did you get that?” Gifts from Nui Organics, Wry Baby, Wupzey and Nova Nature are all well designed, with the right combinations of whimsy, practicality and sensible pricing.

News Updates

Itzy Ritzy's Travel Happens, Wet Bag Selling Tips, and Visit Us!

Posted by Itzy Ritzy - 1/23/13

Wet Bags are Customer Must-Haves!

New name, same great product

We have found customers using Itzy Ritzy Wet Bags for so many creative things, from toiletry storage to working out to “my favorite things” gift giving, that we realized a name change was in order!

The Travel Happens™ Sealed Wet Bag (formerly Wet Happened?^®) is not just for diapers - it’s a versatile, customer-loved item perfect for multiple sections in your store. Check out these store tips and selling points below!

Contact:

Brittany Sodora / (630) 839-9830

Blogs

bINK'd Featured on Retail Parade

By binkdkids

Retail Parade has picked up bINK’d and we were so lucky to be featured as a daily find!

binkdkids's blog
Login or register to comment

Features

Peek Inside the NY Gift Fair

By Stephanie Hanlon

The great thing about offering home, lifestyle and gift items in your store is that most can be displayed without regard to time or season. To ensure they are a selection of new products, buyers will swarm the New York International Gift Fair^® January 26-30. Drawing an estimated 35,000 attendees from all 50 states and 80+ countries, the NYIGF is produced twice annually. Held in January and August in New York City, the Fair hosts about 2,800 exhibiting companies showcasing brands across the home, lifestyle and gift spectrum. The Giggle Guide^® has culled the list of exhibitors to preview a selection of interesting children’s items, including Zipit, Pure Play Kids, Greenpoint Brands and Buzzworthy Baby.

Poppy Drops^®

By shellycoffman

Poppy Drops^®, quickly being recognized as the premium pierce-free earring company for girls, is thrilled to introduce new products for 2013. Created as a solution for Moms not ready to commit to piercing, each of our tattoo earrings is meticulously designed and made with all natural vegetable dyes, making them safe for any age.

Features

New Brands Fashion New Hope

By Carolyn Kavarnos

It is always inspiring to see the birth of new companies, but especially when our economy is struggling. In a time when it seems we are seeing more companies closing their doors, the birth of a new enterprise brings with it the anticipation of better things to come. Like a crocus that pushes up and blossoms through the cold snow after a harsh winter, Be{tween} Collection, The Tangerine Tree, coveRumps and Foamnasium are new companies that did indeed bloom, despite challenging times. It is the tenacity and spirit of these companies, three of which were started by women entrepreneurs, that lets us see something special… the promise of tomorrow.

Items tagged “Eco-friendly”

Login: