... East of India was started in England by John Ayris and Anne Spratling in 1991. John had travelled extensively while Anne had studied fashion and textile design at Canterbury Art College. On a trip through Asia in the early nineties they met a talented man who had a beautiful wooden pig for sale, hand-carved from a tree he had grown himself. They bought the pig and several other pieces and took them home as gifts for friends and family. The gifts were so well received and demand for them so great, they decided to start their own business introducing these beautiful handmade goods to the UK and East of India was born. A small range of products was developed and their first consignment was brought to the UK and distributed to local shops, many of whom are still their customers.
About East of India
General Trading Ltd, is proud and excited to share with you one of England’s premier giftable lines - East of India. For over 20 years, this creative and passionate team has been supplying beautiful and wonderfully inspired giftware to shops throughout the UK, Europe and beyond. Now we, at General Trading Ltd, are bringing it to select stores in the United States. From the initial concept to final production, East of India is passionate about every detail. The range is extensive and includes stationery goods, ceramics and textiles. As the exclusive U.S. distributor for East of India, we look forward to serving you, providing exemplary customer service, and bringing to you the most inspiring products.
Today, all East of India products continue to be designed with love and care at their studio in Folkestone, England. They have developed some wonderful resources to help craft their designs using traditional skills passed down through the generations. In fact, today East of India supports not only that original talented man but his family and friends. It’s the skills of these craftsman and others that give East of India products a distinctive and unique quality. The East of India team in Folkestone has also grown and evolved, with John and Anne still at the helm responding with energy and enthusiasm to the ever changing requirements of a small business. With their support and guidance, we intro-duce you to this unique collection that touches people bringing smiles and celebrating the good things in life.
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ATLANTA GIFT SHOW High Design, Building 2 West, Booth 831
CELEBRATIONS Wedding 7, 8, 10, 13, 15, 31, 35, 39, 41, 43-51 Birthday 11, 35, 43, 47, 50-51 Christmas 52-61
DALLAS MINI SHOW 2100 N. Stemmons Freeway, Suite 2202
DALLAS SUPER MARKET 2100 N. Stemmons Freeway, Suite 2202
DALLAS Dallas Trade Show Mart, Suite 2202 2100 Stemmons Freeway Dallas, TX 75207 tel: 214-752-7222 fax: 214-752-7274
January 8-13 July 9-13 January 14-20 June 24-30 January 21-26 July 15-20 February 1- 4 August 16-19 March 25-28 September 10-12 March 29-31 September 27-28
LOS ANGELES GIFT SHOW 1933 S. Broadway, Suite 2-Lobby
LOS ANGELES MINI SHOW 1933 S. Broadway, Suite 2-Lobby
LOS ANGELES LA Mart, Suite 2 - Lobby 1933 S. Broadway Los Angeles, CA 90007 tel: 213-748-8967 fax: 213-748-3820
NEW YORK NOW GIFT SHOW Jacob Javits, Booth 2616
PAPER GOODS Bookmarks 25, 29, 33, 42 Cards Post Cards 33, 38, 47 Paper Chains Flags 49- 51 Bunting 56-57 Confetti 48, 58 Gift Tags 34-35, 43, 46-47, 52, 54, 57-58 Rubber Stamps 41, 58 Gift Boxes Wrapping 46, 49, 53 Ribbon 44-45, 59 Key To 39, 54 Paper Washi Tape 51
PORCELAIN Mugs, Bowls, Plates 6, 7, 18, 19, 26 Heart Dishes 8-11 Paperweights 9 Coasters 12, 26 Candles 13 Keyrings 13, 27, 32 Ornaments 14-17, 60 SEWING Ribbon 44-45, 59 Buttons, Tapes Tags 45 HOME DECOR Signs Plaques 22-23, 57 Wall Art 28, 30-32 Ornaments Objects HOME OFFICE 20-22, 40, 55, 60 Office Supplies 36-38 Paperweights 9, 24
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