Don't miss these exciting new developments in Handmade at the winter 2010 New York International Gift Fair^� (NYIGF^�);

�        Further consolidation of "Handmade in the USA" resources on the exhibit floor

�        Grouping of designer-makers separately from global production craft

�        Free Networking Breakfast, hosted by The Crafts Report, on opening morning

In addition, this winter, NYIGF welcomes all Craft Retailers & Artists For Tomorrow members with these special offers: 

Complimentary "Club GLM" Lounge admission

Retailer members are invited to use of NYIGF's VIP Lounge, with complimentary beverages, phone, internet accessibility and seating.  Please print & bring this letter with you for admission for yourself, and one guest. 

Free seminar admission

Get one free ticket ($20 value), to one of NYIGF's myriad educational sessions.  Dates, times and details are available at www.nyigf.com/programs.  Email nicole_farrell@glmshows.com to reserve your free ticket to any one of the following: 

�         2010 Retailer Excellence Awards "Application Workshop," presented by Gifts & Decorative Accessories

�         Social Media 1.0 - A Beginner's Guide to Social Media, presented by Gifts & Decorative Accessories & Home Accents Today

�         Social Media 2.0 - Using Online Technologies to Build Your Business, Gifts & Decorative Accessories & Home Accents Today

�         Buying Basics, presented by GHTA Retail Advisory Board

�         Color Pulse 2011, presented by IFDA

�         It's Easy Being Green... A Conversation with "Green Guru" Scot Case presented by METROPOLIS Magazine.

�         Emarketing 1.0 - Untangle the Web: Website Basics, presented by GIFT SHOP and GREENRetailer 

�         Emarketing 2.0 - Business-Boosting E-marketing Strategies, presented by GIFT SHOP and GREENRetailer 

�         Speed Networking & Sourcing with the Gift and Home Trade Association (GHTA)

�         Matchmaking: Keys To Finding The Right Licensing Partner, presented by LIMA (International Licensing Industry Merchandisers' Association)

�         The Beauty of Green, presented by the Day Spa Association

�         Retail Math, presented by Earnshaw's

�         Position Your Store for Recovery, presented by HomeWorld Business, Nouveau and Gourmet Insider

�         Wholesaler Seminar -- Straight from the Source, presented by Aid to Artisans

We hope that these offerings will make your visit to Handmade more productive and more affordable!  Handmade runs Saturday, January 30, through Wednesday, February 3, at New York City's Javits Center.  Details and registration are available online at www.nyigf.com.