If you’re not familiar with this it’s a trade fair aimed at retail buyers

It was my first time at the Autumn fair though I have attended the Spring one before.  Because it was smaller than the Spring Fair it gave me more chance to approach stands.  Lots of positive feed back on my work – always a great confidence boost.

Like any other exhibition it was exhausting, especially being on your feet all day so comfortable shoes were very welcome.  

Stationery and Gifts – Interesting Products &Trends

Animal shaped doorstops

Personalised products –candles and mugs to write you own message

Dotty pattern on ceramics-Teapot shaped rugs

Party Bunting

Butterfly and Flower shaped paper garlands

Funny Sock puppets

Handmade characters-with stitching effect, Stripes and dotty

Recycled products-material shopping bags stands were extremely busy!

A lot of Birds, monkeys Cup cakes and Fairies.

Gift of the Year Winners

Kids: Portmeirion Potteries Ltd-The very Hungry caterpillar-2 piece set- (how exciting!)

Stationery: Blue Marmalade Envelope Angel-Label to stick on padded envelopes.

Card & Wrap: Highly commended- Noonoodesign-Greeting Card with Detachable Felt Snuggler

(a really sweet idea!).