The Guide 2026
Space deadline: 2/20/26 | Materials deadline: 2/27/26
Download the 2026 Editorial Calendar

In Every Issue

In every issue

  • Fresh Picks
  • Cover Story
  • P.S.
  • Trade Show & Events Calendar
  • Industry & Trade Show News

Appearing Throughout The Year

  • The Creative Process
  • Coming to Life
  • The Color Wheel
  • Show Me Some Gifts
  • An Event to Remember
  • Designer Profile
  • Retail Profile

The Guide 2026

The Guide provides readers with an exclusive annual sourcing guide featuring hundreds of products across 20 categories. All advertisers in The Guide receive free product listings. The Guide is distributed as both a print and digital version.

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Editorial Due: 2/20/26
Ad Space Due: 2/20/26
Ad Materials Due: 2/27/26

Show Distribution

  • Atlanta Market
  • Dallas Total Home & Gift
  • Las Vegas Market
  • NY NOW

Spring 2026

The Best Of Issue

  • Market Style Update
    • Baby
    • Bridal
    • Gifts/Home
    • Office
    • Holiday
  • Design A to Z
  • Summer Market Sneak Peek — Spotlight on Atlanta: Planners, Calendars & Journals
  • What’s in the Cards: Summer Themes, Birthday Round-Up

Editorial Due: 1/30/26
Ad Space Due: 3/6/26
Ad Materials Due: 3/13/26

Show Distribution

  • Atlanta Market
  • Dallas Total Home & Gift

Holiday Shop 2026

This special annual issue features retail essentials — from décor, lighting and ornaments to cards, gifts and more — across all major holidays.

Editorial Due: 3/20/26
Ad Space Due: 4/15/26
Ad Materials Due: 4/22/26

Show Distribution

  • Atlanta Market
  • Dallas Total Home & Gift Market
  • Las Vegas Market
  • NY NOW

Summer 2026

The Occasions Issue

  • Selling Xmas
  • Summer Show Picks
  • Custom Invitations & Personalization
  • Impulse Gifts & Small Splurges
  • What’s in the Cards: Halloween, Thanksgiving, Thinking of You Week, Christmas/Winter Holidays

Editorial Due: 4/9/26
Ad Space Due: 5/14/26
Ad Materials Due: 5/21/26

Show Distribution

  • GHTA
  • Las Vegas Market
  • *Noted
  • NY NOW

Waterfront Living 2026

A special issue inspired by coastal and lakefront living featuring indoor and outdoor décor, apparel, tabletop, jewelry, souvenirs and more.

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Editorial Due: 7/1/26
Ad Space Due: 7/24/26
Ad Materials Due: 7/31/26

Show Distribution:

  • Casual Market Atlanta
  • Grand Strand
  • Las Vegas Souvenir & Resort  Gift Show
  • Ocean City
  • Smoky Mountain Gift Show
  • Surf Expo

Celebrations & Occasions 2026

DIGITAL ONLY

Exclusive content for buyers of party products for every occasion, including:

  • Balloons
  • Cards & Invitations
  • Décor
  • Favors & Gifts
  • Partyware & Tabletop
  • Weddings & Special Occasions
  • Giftwrap & Bags

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Editorial Due: 9/18/26
Ad Space Due: 10/8/26
Ad Materials Due: 10/15/26

Gift & Garden - Winter 2027

DIGITAL ONLY

Editorial Coverage:

  • Garden Accents & Décor
  • Outdoor Living
  • Accents for Animal Lovers
  • New-to-Market

Product Showcases:

  • Pots & Planters
  • Stationery
  • Inspirational & Quotable
  • Apparel & Accessories

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Ad Space Due: TBD
Ad Materials Due: TBD