Where to Find Specific Wholesale Supplies

Posted on July 24, 2008 
Filed Under Wholesalers

Wholesalers sell many products including home decor itemsLaura asks:

“I am still searching for good wholesale resources to provide unique additions to our gift baskets such as cloth napkins, small, decorative serving plates, cheese knives, etc. Can you recommend any vendors for these products?”

I’m not aware of one company, distributor, or supplier that sells all of these items under one roof, but that does not mean one doesn’t exist.

Exhibitors I’ve visited at trade shows either have cloth napkins with towels and placemats but not plates and knives. You may have to purchase these items from two or more wholesalers.

The trade show season is now in full swing. Hopefully, you will be able to attend one in your region or make plans to visit one in another state. You might find success with your search by visiting a show located in a permanent building, such as Americasmart, The L.A. Mart, or Columbus Marketplace.

That’s just three permanent showrooms. Many more exist in the U.S. and around the world.

GiftBasketWholesaleSupplies.com includes a page to search the site for specific items. Perhaps that will be of assistance.

Has anyone found the items that Laura mentions above from a trusted source?

Comments

4 Responses to “Where to Find Specific Wholesale Supplies”

  1. Jen on July 24th, 2008 2:01 pm

    This is just what I was looking for my mom’s new gift basket business.

    Thanks,

    Jen Thomas
    Muvar Software

  2. Shirley George Frazier on July 24th, 2008 2:08 pm

    Hi Jen,

    I’m happy that this tip benefits you, as I’m sure it benefits others looking for specific items for their gift baskets.

    I remember trying to find certain items. At times, it seemed as though I was up against a stone wall. I either found the item due to perseverance or found an alternative.

    One of those solutions is the right one for all of us.

  3. Shirley George Frazier on July 24th, 2008 2:12 pm

    Laura,

    Here’s what Roxanne Williams Richardson of Sweet Tooth Fairy Gift Baskets suggests:

    “I would tell her to check catering/restaurant wholesale suppliers or warehouses in her area. Also, wholesale party supply stores sell a variety of napkins, and tablecloths.”

    This is great advice I would pursue right away.

    Thank you, Roxanne.

  4. Shirley George Frazier on July 25th, 2008 7:52 am

    Laura,

    I just read information on new products supplied by Apex Gift Foods. It’s exactly what you’re looking for.

    Here’s the link:

    http://www.apexgiftbasketpros.com/2008/07/22/create-unique-gifts-for-your-customers/

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