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As the first show of the winter 2017 buying season, the Seattle Gift Show promises to bring a versatile selection of products built around the Pacific Northwest lifestyle January 6-9, 2017. The region's retailers will be first to see the industry's newest designs and introductions for the coming year. Retailers can expect to see breaking design and color trends, emerging artisans, the return of the Urban Craft Uprising Pavilion, regional specialties and top name lines. Further strengthening the show floor offerings, the Seattle Gift Show temporary exhibits come together with the permanent showrooms at the new Seattle Mart to co-host Seattle Market Week.

Co-hosting Seattle Market Week with Seattle Mart
The Seattle Gift Show will come together with the permanent showrooms of the Seattle Mart to present Seattle Market Week. Formerly the Pacific Market Center, the Seattle Mart will host its winter market at 200 SW Michigan Street from January 4-9, 2017. The building houses the Northwest's premier permanent showrooms representing a wide range of product lines from locally manufactured to national brands. These offerings, along with the many lines and new resources at the Seattle Gift Show, give the region's retailers a comprehensive, convenient and cost-effective shopping experience. What's more, one badge gives buyers access to both venues and complimentary shuttle service will also be provided.

Free Buyer Seminar Series
Buyers can choose from a host of educational programs touching on a variety of topics and trends, including merchandising, packaging and even a curated "Museum Discover Tour" of the show floor highlighting fresh new finds for museum shops and other specialty retailers. Look for the complete winter 2017 educational line-up coming soon!

When: Friday, January 6 - Monday, January 9, 2017
Where: Washington State Convention Center, 800 Convention
Place, Seattle, WA 98101-2350
Show Hours: 9am-5pm, January 6-8 | 9am-3pm, January 9
Hotel Discounts: Visit travel section of www.seattlegiftshow.com or call Connections at 855.246.8722.
Exhibitor Info: Contact Seattle Gift Show Director Lisa Glosson at 678.370.0334, lglosson@urban-expo.com.
Buyer Info: Visit www.seattlegiftshow.com or contact Buyer Relations Director Jhana Jordan, jjordan@urban-expo.com or call 678.370.0338.