product guide BY ERICA KIRKLAND Celebrate the bounty of the season with a fresh crop of products perfect for spring’s gift-giving occasions and budding consumers – kids! PHOTO: MICHAEL ALBERSTAT Twig wreath, Abbott, SRP: $19.99. WWW.CGTA.ORG RETAIL NEWS 43 kid’s stuff Parents and grandparents can’t seem to resist cute goods for their wee ones. Tempt their pocketbooks by recreating the spirit of a carefree childhood in your store with this fun assortment of items for babies and kids. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THESE COMPANIES, TURN TO SUPPLIER LISTINGS ON PAGE 49. WOODEN PULL TOY Euroliving SRP: $32 TIN CARS Candym Enterprises SRP: $15 each PERSONALISED BABY BRACELET CapriBlue SRP: $35.50 - $39.50 ALBUM FRAME Triple LLL Importers & Distributors SRP: $14.99 DINNERWARE SET Danica Imports SRP: $20 CUSHION COVER Artika Collection SRP: $24 WALL ART Artika Collection SRP: $24 WALL DÉCOR SET Linea Marketing SRP: Set of five $32.99 CORK BOARD Candym Enterprises SRP: $18 HANGING MIRRORS Candym Enterprises SRP: $25 BABY & CHILDREN’S QUILTS Alkaso International SRP: $49.99 - $69.95 BEDDING COORDINATES Alkaso International SRP: From $34.99 SHOWER CURTAIN Famous Home Fashions SRP: $45 MOBILE Euroliving SRP: $41.40 CANOPY Silverchine SRP: $35 44 RETAIL NEWS JANUARY / FEBRUARY 2007 DINNERWARE SET Hatley SRP: $22 HANDMADE GREETING CARD Uské International SRP: $4.75 ALBUM FRAME Cherison Enterprises SRP: From $17 CAMOUFLAGE ONESIES Smartee Pants Clothing SRP: $34 each BIB Hatley SRP: $9.50 BATH TOWEL & FACE CLOTHS Pisces Innovations SRP: Towel $34, Set of three cloths $15 TOWEL & WASH MITT SET Danica Imports SRP: $50 JACKET SET Bizoux Bizoux SRP: $54 BATHROBE Bizoux Bizoux SRP: $50 CHEF SET Silverchine SRP: $20 BABY BASKET KIS Global Flavors SRP: $40 TINY TEA SET Silverchine SRP: $27 BATHROOM ACCESSORIES Famous Home Fashions SRP: From $16 each BABY POWDER Barefoot Venus SRP: $17.99 each HOOKED RUG Taylor & Co. SRP: From $180 WWW.CGTA.ORG RETAIL NEWS 45 valentine’s day Melt your shoppers’ hearts this Valentine’s Day with an assortment of traditional goods – massage oils, chocolates and jewellery – alongside unexpected items like a warm red blanket and heart-shaped plates. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THESE COMPANIES, TURN TO SUPPLIER LISTINGS ON PAGE 49. BLANKET Intamitts SRP: $90 CHOCOLATES Saxon Chocolates SRP: $18 - $20 MUG Premier Gift SRP: $19.99 BATH PRODUCTS Barefoot Venus SRP: $7.99 – $20.99 NECKLACES Afcan Distributors SRP: $58 - $115 DIAMOND-CUT HEART Abbott SRP: $29.99 BRACELET Myka Designs SRP: $104 COOKIES A Couple of Squares SRP: $4.50 - $5 wedding Help customers choose heartfelt and long-lasting wedding presents with a selection of keepsake items, from guest books to tea services. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THESE COMPANIES, TURN TO SUPPLIER LISTINGS ON PAGE 49. MINI FRAMES Accents de Ville SRP: Set of three $15 46 TEA SERVICE Kulin Enterprises SRP: $165 Tray and tea strainer not shown RETAIL NEWS JANUARY / FEBRUARY 2007 GUEST BOOK Accent Imports SRP: $20 GUEST BOOK Premier Gift SRP: $14.99 HANDMADE GREETING CARD Uské International SRP: $4.75 MASSAGE OILS Mythical Matters SRP: $11.99 – $15.99 MASSAGE OIL & BUTTER Rocky Mountain Soap Company SRP: $11 - $14 PAPERWEIGHT & SOUND HEART Euroliving SRP: Paperweight $13, Sound heart $110 GLASS PLATES Wildwinds Studio SRP: $32 each “I love being married. It’s so great to find that one special person you want to annoy for the rest of your life.” RITA RUDNER GREETING CARD Avanti Press SRP: $3.75 grads HANDMADE GREETING CARD Uské International SRP: $4.75 GREETING CARD Recycled Paper Greetings SRP: $3.25 Make graduation day memorable for your customers’ loved ones with an assortment of long-lasting gifts. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THESE COMPANIES, TURN TO SUPPLIER LISTINGS ON PAGE 49. GREETING CARD Recycled Paper Greetings SRP: $3.25 FRAME Linea Marketing SRP: $19.99 FIGURINE Triple LLL Importers & Distributors SRP: $14.99 TRAVEL MUG Premier Gift SRP: $24.99 FIGURINE Cherison Enterprises SRP: From $13 WWW.CGTA.ORG RETAIL NEWS 47 father’s day It’s one of the hardest holidays to buy for, so make shopping for dad easy on customers this year by providing a small selection of various items. Frames and wine boxes are two of our favourites. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THESE COMPANIES, TURN TO SUPPLIER LISTINGS ON PAGE 49. “The manner of giving is worth more than the gift.” PIERRE CORNEILLE CLOCK Carousel Canada SRP: $44.99 mother’s day WINE BOX Premier Gift SRP: $15 FRAME Triple LLL Importers & Distributors SRP: $15.99 Moms are easier than dads to buy for, but shoppers are still looking for new and innovative items which they haven’t given before. Surprise them with a selection of unique items, such as the products featured here. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THESE COMPANIES, TURN TO SUPPLIER LISTINGS ON PAGE 49. TEA GIFT SET Orange Crate SRP: $15 easter BATH PRODUCTS McBlooms Canada SRP: $12 - $17 HANDMADE JEWELLERY Authentic African Jewelry SRP: $39 - $49.95 FAMILY BRACELET CapriBlue SRP: From $39 Though not as popular a gift-giving occasion as it is south of the border, Easter still has a place in Canada’s gift market calendar. Try supplementing a traditional assortment of holiday cards with gifts for kids and home décor items which can be used throughout the spring season. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THESE COMPANIES, TURN TO SUPPLIER LISTINGS ON PAGE 49. HUMOROUS CARD Avanti Press SRP: $3.75 48 HANDMADE CARD Uské International SRP: $4.75 RETAIL NEWS JANUARY / FEBRUARY 2007 PUZZLE Premier Gift SRP: $12 WREATH Abbott SRP: $19.99 CANDLE DMW Candles SRP: $7.99 supplier listings For a complete listing of giftware wholesalers, search the CGTA’s Online Product Locator at www.cgta.org. 18 KARAT 272nd Street, Unit 5292 Langley, B.C. www.eighteenkarat.com AUTHENTIC AFRICAN JEWELRY 18 Consulate Road, Unit 18 Winnipeg, Man. www.authenticafrican.com DANICA IMPORTS 970 Malkin Avenue Vancouver, B.C. www.danicaimports.com LINEA MARKETING 105 Gibson Drive Markham, Ont. www.nexxt.com TELEPHONE: (888) 849-8811 TELEPHONE: (866) 301-3335 TELEPHONE: (604) 255-6150 TELEPHONE: (888) 315-4632 Manufacturer and wholesaler of floral containers and vases, decorative cushions and throws, tabletop, fragrance, personal care and jewellery. A line of copper, brass and silver jewellery handmade in South Africa by artisans. Manufacturer and designer of coordinated table linens, tableware, kitchen textiles, home décor and fashion accessories. Distributor of frames and home décor including the Nexxt collection which also includes giftware, albums and storage products. DMW CANDLES 90A Centurian Drive, Units 1 & 2 Markham, Ont. www.dmwcandles.com MAGIC NUUDLES 5597 West Grand River Lansing, Mich. www.magicnuudles.com TELEPHONE: (866) 369-2003 TELEPHONE: (877) 938-6738 Manufacturer and wholesaler of affordablypriced, Canadian-designed candles. Makers of various craft foam and craft paper products. EUROLIVING 2032 Shady Glen Road Oakville, Ont. MCBLOOMS CANADA 4195 Dundas Street West Toronto, Ont. www.mcblooms.com A COUPLE OF SQUARES 825 Central Avenue London, Ont. www.acoupleofsquares.com AVANTI PRESS 155 West Congress, Unit 200 Detroit, Mich. www.avantipress.com TELEPHONE: (800) 228-2684 Wholesaler of humorous greeting cards. TELEPHONE: (866) 672-6979 Wholesaler of hand-decorated cookies. ABBOTT 545 Trethewey Drive Toronto, Ont. www.abbottcollection.com BAREFOOT VENUS 7620 Wagner Road Edmonton, Alta. www.barefootvenus.com TELEPHONE: (888) 490-1756 TELEPHONE: (800) 263-2955 Manufacturer and wholesaler of various personal care collections. Importer and wholesaler of trendy and affordable giftware, glassware, tabletop, garden and home décor. BIZOUX BIZOUX www.bizouxbizoux.com TELEPHONE: (905) 465-2808 North American distributor for Fiukbeiner, a line of hand-crafted wooden gifts, toys, souvenirs and ornaments. TELEPHONE: (877) 452-8442 ACCENT IMPORTS 95 Clegg Road Markham, Ont. Manufacturer and wholesaler of gifts and clothing. TELEPHONE: (905) 474-9834 BRONTE HARBOUR TRADING CO. 6103 Culp Street Niagara Falls, Ont. Distributor of branded giftware and home décor collections, including Greenleaf, Boston Warehouse, Nutcracker Designs, Kurt Adler Christmas, ICU Fashion Eyewear and Pine Ridge Art. TELEPHONE: (905) 356-4886 Wholesaler of novelty gift items, antique knitting mill bobbins from Merrison’s Trading and hand-painted plaques from Margaret Keenan. ACCENTS DE VILLE 7400 St. Patrick Street Montreal, Que. www.adv-imports.com CANDYM ENTERPRISES 95 Clegg Road Markham, Ont. TELEPHONE: (800) 663-2384 TELEPHONE: (905) 474-1555 Importer and wholesaler of on-trend, colour and theme-coordinated decorative accessories, home décor, tabletop and giftware. Canadian distributor for Gund, Tag, Rosemary & Time and other wellknown brands. AFCAN DISTRIBUTORS 57 Colvin Crescent Thornhill, Ont. CAPRIBLUE 19932 42A Avenue Langley, B.C. www.capriblue.ca TELEPHONE: (905) 882-6547 TELEPHONE: (604) 514-2250 Importers and distributors of specialty gifts and tableware, including a line of jewellery manufactured in Israel by artist Ester Shahaf. Maker and wholesaler of handmade jewellery for babies, children and adults. Product is made-to-order using sterling silver, Swarovski crystals and semi-precious gemstones. ALKASO INTERNATIONAL 95 West Beaver Creek Road, Unit 5 Richmond Hill, Ont. www.alkaso.com TELEPHONE: (877) 496-4008 Supplier of hand-hooked rugs, chair pads, quilts, table linens, gift baskets, cotton and chenille throws, kitchen co-ordinates, bed linens, recycled glass and wicker and iron furniture. ARTIKA COLLECTION 3615 Weston Road, Unit 8 Toronto, Ont. www.artika.ca TELEPHONE: (866) 661-9606 Importer and wholesaler of giftware and home décor, including lamps and lanterns, cushions, tablecloths, rugs, garden décor, designer vases, chandeliers, jewellery and hand-painted furniture. FAMOUS HOME FASHIONS 165 Montée de Liesse Montreal, Que. www.famoushomefashions.com TELEPHONE: (514) 735-4566 Wholesaler of coordinated bathroom accessories. HATLEY P.O. Box 218, Station Mount Royal Montreal, Que. www.hatleynature.com TELEPHONE: (800) 667-2583 Wholesaler and retailer of women’s and children’s clothing, stationery and home textiles inspired by nature. INTAMITTS 1027 Davie Street, Unit 475 Vancouver, B.C. www.intamitts.com TELEPHONE: (866) 200-1009 Manufacturer and distributor of Intamitts, the mittens for lovers, and other fleece and Sherpa items including throw blankets. KIS GLOBAL FLAVORS 250 Shields Court, Unit 19 Markham, Ont. www.kisglobalflavors.com CAROUSEL CANADA 2347 Industrial Park Road Innisfil, Ont. www.carouselcanada.com TELEPHONE: (866) 547-7467 TELEPHONE: (800) 387-0338 KULIN ENTERPRISES P.O. Box 70, Station A Toronto, Ont. www.kulin.ca Wholesaler of exclusive garden, home décor and giftware. CHERISON ENTERPRISES 53 Courtland Avenue Concord, Ont. TELEPHONE: (866) 231-6338 Manufacturer and distributor of giftware, tableware, linens, home décor, garden décor and seasonal products. Exclusive brands include Sarah’s Angel, Dawn Oman and Spellbound. Importer and distributor of products for gift and gourmet baskets. TELEPHONE: (877) 792-5666 Manufacturer and wholesaler of botanically-based creams, bath products and candles. MUTI & CO. 3310 Langstaff Road, Unit B Vaughan, Ont. www.emuti.com TELEPHONE: (800) 705-2611 Wholesaler and importer of on-trend home décor, tabletop, barware and housewares. MYKA DESIGNS 1087 East Kent Avenue, Unit 120 Vancouver, B.C. www.mykadesigns.com TELEPHONE: (800) 608-7703 Jewellery designer and distributor offering an array of high-end items. MYTHICAL MATTERS 1071 King Street West, Unit 311 Toronto, Ont. www.mythicalmatters.com TELEPHONE: (416) 655-6984 Manufacturer and wholesaler of Canadian-made giftware and personal care for the enlightened and spiritual consumer. CGTA SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR N.C. CAMERON & SONS 7550 Tranmere Drive Mississauga, Ont. www.nccameron.com TELEPHONE: (905) 673-9200 Canadian distributor of Cherished Teddies, Precious Moments, Trisha Romance, Demdaco, Hummel, Lilliput Lane, Walt Disney Classics, Classic Pooh and Mudpie. TELEPHONE: (800) 304-0036 Distributor and wholesaler of personal care items, giftware and home décor infused with old-world charm. Exclusive programs available for high-volume accounts. ORANGE CRATE 6665 Tomken Road, Unit 12 Mississauga, Ont. www.orange-crate.com TELEPHONE: (888) 822-7907 Wholesaler of gourmet food including smoothie mixes, chocolates, candies, seasonings, tea and coffee. Continued on page 50 WWW.CGTA.ORG RETAIL NEWS 49 Continued from page 49 PISCES INNOVATIONS PO Box 28510 Aurora, Ont. www.babywrappers.com TELEPHONE: (905) 841-8906 Distributor of Babywrappers, an innovative baby bath towel. PREMIER GIFT 1055 Cardiff Boulevard Mississauga, Ont. www.premier-gift.com TELEPHONE: (800) 387-1282 Canadian distributor for Lang, Libbey, Barnstorm, Simply Home, Weatherland Windchimes, Magnet Works, Dionis, Colourful Life Napkins, Avanlanche Publishing and John Medeiros Jewellery. Also stock a range of seasonal décor, candles and fashion jewellery. RECYCLED PAPER GREETINGS 42 Sunnyside Drive Richmond Hill, Ont. www.recycledpapergreetings.com TELEPHONE: (800) 777-3331 A greeting card manufacturer and distributor which prides itself on being an innovator in the alternative greeting card market. RNS SALES www.kidspreferred.com TELEPHONE: (416) 421-3870 Canadian distributor of the Kids Preferred line of plush toys and gifts. ROCKY MOUNTAIN SOAP COMPANY 111 Bow Meadows Crescent, Unit 7 Canmore, Alta. www.rockymountainsoap.com USKÉ INTERNATIONAL Box 287 Clandeboye, Man. www.uskeinternational.com TELEPHONE: (204) 785-3868 Product developer and wholesaler of artisan objects from around the globe, including fashion accessories, jewellery and home décor. WILDWINDS STUDIO 793176 Third Line East Orangeville, Ont. www.wildwindsstudio.com TELEPHONE: (519) 942-9952 Maker and distributor of handmade, functional and decorative kiln-fired glassware. ZIBBERS 620 Supertest Road, Units 13 & 14 Toronto, Ont. TELEPHONE: (800) 642-0902 Wholesaler of novelty gifts, books, games and puzzles. SAXON CHOCOLATES 21 Colville Road Toronto, Ont. www.saxonchocolates.com Interested in submitting items for Retail News’ Product Guide? Follow these four simple steps: Manufacturer of gourmet Belgian chocolates and truffles packaged for gourmet, gift and department stores. SILVERCHINE 1180 Midway Boulevard, Unit 2 Mississauga, Ont. TELEPHONE: (800) 801-3388 Wholesaler of giftware, seasonal décor, children’s items and tableware. SMARTEE PANTS CLOTHING 929 Hanover Avenue Norfolk, Va. www.smarteepantsclothing.com TELEPHONE: (877) 614-4387 Designer of baby, children’s, women’s and maternity clothes. 1. Send a maximum of five items pertaining to the issue theme* packaged in one box. (Photos aren’t accepted.) 2. Send items to: Erica Kirkland, Editor-in-Chief, 103 Niska Drive, Waterdown ON L0R 2H3 by the deadline date. Telephone: (905) 690-0492 E-mail: [email protected] 3. Include a list of items with corresponding retail or wholesale prices. Manufacturer and distributor of home textiles and accessories made in Canada. 4. If the items submitted must be returned, enclose a completed courier waybill or advise us in writing if you plan to use Canpar, in which case we’ll contact you when items are ready for return. TORRE & TAGUS 11188 Featherstone Way, Unit 150 Richmond, B.C. www.torretagus.com *Issue themes can be found in our media kit. Access the online version at www.cgta.org. TAYLOR & CO. 1443B Niagara Stone Road Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ont. TELEPHONE: (866) 766-7714 FOR MORE INFORMATION ENTER READER SERVICE #108050 Wholesaler of giftware, housewares, baby items, wedding gifts and collectibles. ATTENTION: WHOLESALERS & SUPPLIERS TELEPHONE: (416) 675-6363 TELEPHONE: (800) 423-4417 Importer and wholesaler of contemporary gifts, housewares and home accents. RETAIL NEWS JANUARY / FEBRUARY 2007 TELEPHONE: (877) 880-4438 Manufacturer and distributor of natural skin care products TELEPHONE: (403) 678-2678 50 TRIPLE LLL IMPORTERS & DISTRIBUTORS 260 Geary Avenue Toronto, Ont. www.triplelll.com