Crystal Chronicle 257

Happy New Year from all of us at Crystal Galleries. We hope you had a wonderful, restful break and are feeling as refreshed and ready for the year ahead as we are.

It’s the first week of January and the office is already buzzing with activity. Here is a quick look at what’s happening, what’s coming up and a quick look back at a stellar 2025.

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On the Road: Upcoming Trade Shows 🌍

January is always a whirlwind for our industry, and 2026 is no exception. We love getting out to meet our customers face-to-face and showcasing our latest innovations. Here is where you can find us over the next few weeks:

• Merchandise World, Coventry (Jan 21st – 22nd): This is a big one for the UK market. We’ll be at the CBS Arena in Coventry with a stand of brand-new 2026 items.

  
  

• Team Roadshow (Jan 25th - 26th): Find out about some special show only offers and our new Crystal Clearance range.

Note to Distributors: If you're attending either show keep an eye out for our exclusive "Show Specials"—you won't want to miss them.

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Charity Update: Our 2026 Commitment 💙

In case you missed our announcement earlier this week, we are incredibly proud to confirm that The Teesside Charity will be our official Charity of the Year for 2026.

After a fantastic 2025 working alongside them, we knew we wanted to keep the momentum going. From supporting local food banks to helping disadvantaged families right here in Middlesbrough, we are honored to continue this partnership. Stay tuned for some exciting fundraising events coming this Spring.

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Did You Miss Our Christmas Campaigns? 🎄

December was a blur of festive cheer, and we know many of you were busy fulfilling those last-minute year-end orders. If you missed our December Showroom Specials or our "12 Days of Crystal" campaign, don't worry.

While the festive discounts have ended, many of the new product lines we introduced—including our Eco-Conscious Glassware and New Desktop Crystal Clocks—are now permanent fixtures in our 2026 catalogue.

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2025 Hall of Fame: Last Year's Bestsellers 🏆

What were people buying in 2025? If you're looking for inspiration for your first 2026 orders, here are the top three items that flew off our shelves last year:

As we kick off a brand new year, we’d love to hear about your goals for 2026. Whether you have a major awards ceremony coming up or need fresh ideas for promotional gifts, our team is here to help.