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GLOBAL HANDICRAFTImmerse yourself in the world of handicraft

2-5 SEPTEMBER 2018VOLUME OPENS 1 SEPT

3-7 FEBRUARY 2019VOLUME OPENS 2 FEB

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SHOWCASE YOUR HANDICRAFT COLLECTION TO THE UK RETAIL MARKETGlobal Handicraft is where you can share your artisanal and handcrafted products with 90,000+ retailers at Autumn and Spring Fair – the most effective platform to interact with the UK’s retail sector worth £358 billion.

I’m an independent retailer and here for the day to source new products and check out the latest trends, especially within the handcrafted sector as this has an ongoing demand.”

“UK retailers are keen to offer their customers something handmade, inspiring and steeped in culture.

Connect with: • Independent gift retailers • Department store buyers • Online retailers

• Multi-store high street retailers • Independent home retailers • Interior designers EMMA HULL

GENERAL MANAGER | WALNUT & WEAVE

BRING YOUR GLOBAL HANDICRAFT TO LIFEConsumers want to connect with the makers behind distinctive home and gift products and Global Handicraft will provide you with a strong route to market.

Alongside you, this new sector will also feature: • Live demonstrations by talented craftspeople• Talks and inspiration for retailers on how to take advantage

of the boom in the handicraft market

Global Handicraft will showcase a range of soft furnishings, textiles, jewellery, home décor, ceramics, lighting and other types of artisanal products.

Global trend forecaster, WGSN, has been tracking this trend for a long time and called out for it to start reaching mass adoption in A/W 16/17 with their Artisan theme; they also predict it will continue to grow increasingly important across all interiors categories in the seasons to come.

The global handicraft market is forecasted to grow at a tremendous rate of 12% between 2015 and 2019. (SOURCE - HANDICRAFT MARKET 2015 – 2019 REPORT, TECHNAVIO.COM)

LIGHTINGShine a light on the skill harnessed to create illuminated works of art.

The £3 billion UK craft market is growing by 4.5% a year. (SOURCE - THE GUARDIAN, 23 JUNE 2016)

SOFT FURNISHINGSShare the world of soft furnishings, from cushions to quilts and everything in between.

The UK retail market has the strongest presence of retailers, branded collections and industry growth within Europe.

TEXTILESImbued with patterns that speak of rich tradition, global textiles form the fabric of everyday life the world over.

Market demand in the  gift industry for  handmade goods has risen exponentially in the last few years.

JEWELLERYHandcrafted jewellery has enduring international appeal and is always in demand.

Consumers want high quality products that are unique, special and memorable.

HOME DÉCOR Handmade inspired products that blend borders and bring the world home.

Consumers are environmentally conscious. Handmade goods avoid factories and reduce carbon footprint.

CERAMICSA showcase for beautiful, interesting and skillfully crafted pottery and ceramics.

Consumers desire to connect with the makers and learn the story behind the origins of the products.

SUNNY PATELEVENT DIRECTOR SPRING & AUTUMN FAIR T: +44 (0)20 3033 2548E: SUNNY.PATEL@ASCENTIAL.COM

MEL SHAHPARTNER – ASIA PACIFIC T: +65 (0)84094927E: INDIA@THINC.ASIA

Join the global market at Autumn Fair on 2-5 September 2018 and discover a definitive return on your investment. Contact us now:

Autumn Fair enables us to showcase our handmade bespoke products to both new and existing customers. We have noticed an increased demand from our buyers, especially independent retailers, who are constantly looking for new and unique products that have a story behind them. The handmade in Cornwall aspect is a key selling point for us.“

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LAURA PETERS MARKETING MANAGER | JO DOWNS

2-5 SEPTEMBER 2018VOLUME OPENS 1 SEPT

3-7 FEBRUARY 2019VOLUME OPENS 2 FEB