Show News II
18-20 APRIL, 2017
Venue: India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida Expressway, Delhi-NCR
Organizer: EPCH - Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts
New theories, old favourites &
immense possibilities enthuse buyers
from across the globe
Home Expo India - the Mart exclusive
Buyer-Seller Meet at the well-appointed India
Expo Mart, is routing in buyers from all over
the world. 650+ participants in the Mart
have risen to the occasion with product lines
in home textiles, furnishings, furniture,
houseware & decoratives and allied
products. Theme presentations of regional
crafts from Central, Northern and North
Eastern Region and a showcase of crafts by
primary producers from Uttarakhand adds to
making this expo wholesome.
Home Expo India 2017
was inaugurated in the
presence of buyers,
exhibitors and organisers.
The show was inaugurated
by Mr. Ian Snow, EPCH’s
valued buyer patronising
the Council’s shows since
inception. Alongwith Mr.
Rakesh Kumar, Executive
Director, EPCH, industry
stalwarts gracing the
occasion were Chairman,
EPCH, Mr. Dinesh Kumar;
Vice Chairman, EPCH, Mr.
Sagar Mehta; COA
Members, EPCH - Mr. Ravi
K Passi, Mr. Lekhraj
Maheshwari, Mr. K L
Ramesh, Mr. Raujesh Jain,
Mr. Neeraj Khanna and Mr.
Vijay Goel; President,
Home Expo India, Mr. Udit
Saran Agarwal; Mr. S S
Bhatnagar, Chaiman,
Sakshay International.
Having seen a positive opening day with buyers from USA, Europe, Far East, Latin
America, Central Asia and Africa, registering from the early business hours of day 1,
Home Expo India, is anticipated to sign off with interesting tidings. Now in its sixth
edition, this April bound annual trade appointment of EPCH is dedicated to specific
categories that are combined to complement each other in the home segment.
Categories of houseware & decoratives, Home textiles & furnishings and Furniture &
accessories are brought together under a ‘Home Total’ umbrella.
Bold, bright and cheerful designs reflect a vibrant mood at the spruced up Marts as their
owners welcome buyers for this summer sourcing event. Buyers on their part have
attached a positive credibility to the exhibitors as they have a permanent showroom at
the India Expo Centre.
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The organisers feel encouraged with trade visitors from overseas as
well as domestic volume buyers from India, who have optimally
used this platform to cater to their sourcing needs. As the fair
strives to make a mark among similar home special trade events, it
certainly makes an impact on the minds of buyers as well as
exhibitors. While buyers are taking keen notice of the show's
objectives and appreciating this substantial & composite 'home
total' platform with neat displays in manufacturers' own
showrooms this time, exhibitors are wooing them with
concentrated theme based product offerings.
Regular buyers are doing their share of sourcing and order placing
as buying agencies keep busy with new introductions vis-à-vis
consolidation of old ties. Artisan products and regional wares are
enjoying a fair share of attention and finding favour by many.
A host of new design theories and unusual combinations are
gaining privileged attention. As minimalism enjoys its share of
patronage, bold palettes and metallic tones find favour.
Unconventional combinations continue to make their strong
impressions. ‘Intrigue’ becomes a selling point, feel many buyers as
they opt for such assortments and reach out for statement pieces.
And there are timeless materials that have a decorative factor as
well as a practical quotient.
Among houseware, materials like stainless steel, copper, enamel,
cast iron and wood with ergonomically styled handles, detailing
and accessorisation are sought after. While stainless steel's demand
gathers momentum, copper is a new favourite as it not only fits
into farmhouse as well as contemporary themes but has its
therapeutic properties as a strong backing. Brass is making its foray
into the aesthetic segment, share some trade visitors. Tableware
offers variety not only in materials but also in surface effects,
designs, shape detailing and edgy styles. Ceramics and terracotta
vie for attention amidst sustainable bamboo serveware.
Galvanized metal, a key aesthetic in the farmhouse movement, has
many more applications and is most commonly seen in serveware
and entertainment-based pieces. Planters and gardening ideas for
urban homes is an emerging category as buyers quest for simple
lines to complement their botanical pursuits.
Lamps and lighting brings in a variety in materials for fixtures, flush
lights, wall scones, pendants, chandeliers, lamps, etc. Hurricane
lanterns come with different detailing and their versatility makes
them fit into any space. Some can be used as a cluster or just as a
pair for the doorway or patio settings. A variety in pillar candles
complement this category.
Resplendent
weaves, surface
detailing, flowing
florals, shots of
colour, earthy
notes with block
printing, ajrakh,
chippa work, etc.
and refreshing
applications with
monochrome, ombre and contrasts feature among the vibrant
display of home textiles.
As consumers want authenticity in what they buy and expect
elements of personalisation in mass produced as well as upscale
items, home products manufactured in India easily appeal as they
are credited for handcrafted as well as hand finished detailing. This
attribute is exclusive to few countries but India enjoys a welldefined edge, feel many European buyers.
As the 6th edition of Home Expo
India comes to a close, buyers’
interest in our Home segment
products is reiterated. Fruitful
buyer visits are key indicators of
our exhibitors doing commendable
business. The artisan groups and
entrepreneurs from the Central,
R K Verma
North, North Eastern regions got
Director, EPCH
very good exposure and the
buyer-seller meet of craftpersons from Uttarakhand
was very successful too.
We’re hopeful of seeing all our patrons here again
for the 44th IHGF Delhi Fair – Autumn, due from
12th-16th October 2017. Buyers keen to source
fashion jewellery & accessories from India must visit
IFJAS, due from 20th-22nd July 2017.
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Artisan products from
MART NO.: C-5/22-28 (Second Floor)
UT TARAKHAND
Uttarakhand, a State rich in natural resources has created and
nurtured various craft forms since ages. The state specialises in
production of wollen handlooms, cotton handlooms, silk
products, products of other natural fibers, nettle fiber craft, lihai
wood carving, copperware, ringaal based products, wax work,
aipan art – ritual floor painting, lantana furniture, picchuara –
painted textile, block printing, driftwood work, pine bark jewellery,
papri wood work, ornamental candles, stone carving and many
more innovative combinations. Uttarakhand is home to over 40
kinds of natural fibres that are used to make a wide range of
innovative products. Uttarakhand’s Theme Presentation at Home
Expo India includes 50 participants - all primary producers from
11 craft towns and cities of this State like, Almora, Bageshwar,
Chamoli, Dehradun, Haridwar, Nainital, Pithoragarh, Rudraprayag,
Tehri Garhwal, Udham Singh Nagar and Uttarkashi, besides
representation from Uttarakhand Handloom & Handicraft
Development Council. Through this buyer-seller meet at Home
Expo India 2017, the artisans, designers and entrepreneurs of the
state got a chance to market their products not only to exporters
but also to visiting buyers and get their invaluable feedback on
their product proposition. The participants, mostly primary
producers, are elated at the international platform and hope to
return with business, enquiries and lot of learning.
Harsh Chandra Tamta from Bageshwar
is on his first participation at the expo.
He specialises in copperware like
utensils and decoratives that he sells in
the local market through his shop
back home. “I am here with a desire to
expand my business and earn more for
my family,” he says and informs that
he works on customised orders as
well. Among his bestsellers are small
souvenirs and plates. Home Expo India
has brought him closer to the international buying community
and he has received a few enquiries too. Based on recent learnings
through buyer seller interactions, Harsh Chandra plans to add toys
and decorative cum utility boxes to his product range.
Namita Tiwari from Almora brings with her, the languishing
traditional folk art of aipan. She strives to keep it alive and take it
to a wider customer
base. Though this is a
traditional art form
used to adorn homes
and festive essentials,
enthusiasts are
bringing this craft’s
application to
contemporary
products. Namita uses
aipan to embellish laptop
cases, file folders, etc. and
most recently artisanal
apparel and wood based
products. “We are getting
really good response from
people and so many buyers
have came with enquiries,”
she shares. Another such
aipan artisan is Kirti Singh
from Haldwani, Nainital.
The initiative of EPCH to
showcase regional crafts is
going to help lost regional art to come out of confines and reach
new generations, she feels and says, “my main focus is to retain
the traditional elements in a product, mostly paintings, bags and
apparel, while giving it a contemporary appeal.” Vandana
Nagarkoti from Almora specialises in artistic shawls. This is her first
participation and she is here to grow her fairly young business.
“We make all the products ourselves and they are all original
designs. We don't copy from anyone,” she emphasises, quickly
adding about the buyer appreciation her shawls have gained at the
expo. Deepa Sahni from Roorkee who specialises in zarimala
products feel such initiatives of EPCH and the government have
empowered women with gainful employment, making it possible
ror them to work from their homes.
Gaurav Bisht is of the opinion that such
EPCH initiatives offer a promising platform
for regional art to connect with the outside
world. “My organisation makes woolen
carpets using hand knotting techniques
and sustainable methods,” he shares. He is
concerned of the declining demand of
handmade floor accessories as they are
expensive than machine made products,
owing to the labour and process involved.
At Home Expo India, buyers, especially from Singapore and Europe
have liked their products, informs Gaurav and hopes for orders to
finalise soon. Kumari Bala from Uddhamsinghnagar calls hand
block printing her forte as she explains of
using this method to adorn diaries, table
covers and small boxes, besides sarees and
traditional Indian suits, since over an year. “I
think the platform of Home Expo will help
my business and help me get new orders,”
she quips. I have been doing this craft 1 year
and connected to a small organisation that is
working from 2 years and wants to preserve
the traditional art.
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Sustainable crafts from
MART NO.: A-06/40-42 &
A-12/02-06 (Ground Floor)
NORTH EASTERN REGION
Located on the ground floor in the Mart area at the India Expo
Centre, the thematic presentation of crafts from North Eastern
Region showcases artistic tribal textiles, dry flowers, bamboo and
cane products, home accessories, home furnishing & artistic
textiles, made ups, fabrics, shawls, textiles, gifts, trimmings and
embellishments, etc. from a team of 19 artisans and
entrepreneurs.
Md. Shahid Ali from Lakhimpur, Assam specialises in cane &
bamboo jewellery. The process is tedious and the craft is entirely
made by hand. “This is my family business and we’ve been doing
this from generations,” informs Shahid Ali
and adds that the best seller is "japi" necklace
that is appreciated by Westeners. He looks
forward to expand his business with new
designs using pearls and even gold. Buyer
response at this fair has been good with
enquiries. “Many don’t believe this is
handmade,” says Shahid. This entrepreneur
finds EPCH's skill development
seminars and workshops quite
helpful. Benney Lorin from a
charity society from Nagaland
says, “I have been doing this work
since 9-10 years and I am
thankful that I have got the
chance to share my society's craft products.” Dr. Tika Prasad
Sharma from a Sikkim
based NGO is
thankful for this
platform as this has
brought him in direct
contact with buyers.
“I have not only got
enquiries but have
benefitted from ideas to customise our products as per market
requisites. Many buyers and designers came up
to us and even gave their opinion on how we
could improve our products,” he says. His NGO
is trying to nurture young artisans from rural
areas by teaching as well as fine-tuning their
craft skills. There's a good demand for such
products in the local market. Amma Bagbi from
Arunachal Pradesh too represents a welfare
society. This is her first time participation at an
EPCH show and she is greatful for this opportunity. “This is a chance
to to showcase my craft at such a big scale,” she says. She
specialises in making dry flower decoratives using a combination of
cloth, bamboo, flowers and other dried plant parts, and has been
involved in this craft category since five years. “I sell these articles
all over India and we also train others in the production of these
goods. People from various countries have come up here and seen
our products and have liked them,” details Amma.
Nita Gurung, Bicky Regmi and Jyoti
Chettri represent a self-help group
from Meghalaya. They deal mainly
in jute and bamboo and are trying
to expand their three year old
enterprise by reaching out to the
international market. They
commission women in rural areas to carry out their manufacturing
by offering them gainful employment. This is their second
participation at this expo. They share, “we find EPCH's skill
development seminars and workshops really helpful. We are from a
very small region. Some people don't even know about our craft
but EPCH is helping us to communicate to buyers.”
Among regular exhibitors at this thematic
NER presentation who are counted among
EPCH show patrons now is Puberun Sharma
who deals in organically dyed, handspun
Muga and Eri silk as well as cotton
handloom stoles. Having been in this
profession since 8 years, Puberun
appreciates overseas buyers who value
organic and natural products. He opines, “he
response to our products has been good. We
plan to bring more products to the market and showcase our
regional crafts. I believe that we need more skill development
workshops so that we develop our crafting and entrepreneur skills
for better trade.” Bapan Sarkar, representing
Sarah Fashion Fabric has been participating
in EPCH fairs since last four years.
Handlooms are their forte with products like
cushion covers and stoles. “The response
has been good. I have recently been to the
Hong Kong fair and buyers have responded
well to my products. Buyers are interested
in using our natural dye based products
because they sustainable,” he informs.
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VISITING BUYERS ON HOME EXPO INDIA - 2017
Prime Interest: Home Products
Prime Interest: Home Decor
Prime Interest: Furnishings
I represent Maison Citron Sarl Company and
am here for home
furniture, bed
linen, cushions,
brass and metal
décor. This is my
first visit here. I
feel, there's a big
market for Indian
products in France because people like
handmade things very much and are willing
to pay for it. Personally, I find prices here
reasonable.
Adeline Lhermenault,France
I am from
Decoraciones
Lar studio and
this is my visit to
this fair. I think
the fair is really
good and it has
a lot of nice
products. I am specifically looking for
home accessories and furniture. I do have
a buying agent in India. I import from
USA as well. People in Mexico like Indian
products.This fair is not big but it's good.
I will come back for the October fair.
Marian, Mexico
I am
specifically
looking for
textile,
furniture
and home
décor
things.
India has a well established market
and the show is very well organised
with nice facilities. Joanna Hellen,
UK
Prime Interest: Handmade articles
I am from ILOT
interiors and am
here looking for
handicrafts. I have
attended EPCH’s
the bigger fairs in
February and
October.This one
is comparatively compact. I import from India,
China and Indonesia. I feel, India offers the
best metal goods and enjoys a big market for
such products in Spain. Sabino, Spain
Prime Interest: Wooden Furniture
This is my second
visit to this show. I
am from Tony Wais
Design and am
specifically
looking for
wooden furniture.
I already found
some really good options. I am open to meet
new suppliers but I am comfortable with my
regular ones as they are cooperative and I
know them very well. I like Indian style
because even though they are a bit
expensive as compared to Chinese products,
they are very colourful, made beautifully and
are more durable. India and China are big
exporters to the world and we see Indian
products in China all the time. Olivia, China
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Prime Interest: Home Products
I am a
buying
agent
and
work
for
several
French
companies. We have a lot of potential
buyers in our country but they are aways
a bit hesitant to come to India. I bring
French buyers here and they absolutely
love this show. They always spread the
good word about EPCH shows and bring
more people with subsequent visits.
Veronique, France
Prime Interest: Northern crafts
My company is Studio One Solution and
I am here for
furniture, rugs,
crafts, leather,
etc. I am
looking for a
wide variety. I
am here for
the first time
and it’s a good exposure. All handicrafts
and artisans for home products are
under one roof and that’s a good thing.
Mamta Puri, USA
Prime Interest: Furniture
My
company is
Home
Décor and
Gifts. I am
specifically
looking for
furniture.
In Mexico, people like Indian products
as they are really affordable and of
good quality. India has a big
manufacturing base and I really like
distinct Indian styles.They are
colourful and traditional. Rafel,
Mexico
Prime Interest: Antique
Reproductions
I am
specifically
looking for
old
furniture
and
antique
reproductions here. The EPCH February fair
was huge and there was so much to
do. This one allows me lot of time.
Indian products are very popular in
Lebanon and we import frequently
from here.
Charbel, Lebanon
Prime Interest:
Furniture & Lighting
This is my
first time
here so I
really
don't
have an
earlier
edition or other EPCH shows to
compare Home Expo with. I am
specifically looking for furniture and
lighting. People here are friendly and
welcoming and I am looking forward
to source good quality products.
Yannick Dichampt, France
Prime Interest:
Home Decor
I was born
and
brought up
in India and
so I want to
build a
bridge
between
India and UK. There’s a big
manufacturing base in India and I am
looking for suppliers. This is my first
EPCH show but I plan to come here for
the next ones too.
Param Bansal, UK
Prime Interest:
Home products
This is my
second visit
to India. I
have my
buying
agents in
India. Indian
products
are good but some handicrafts take lot
of time in the production process. I
also import from China but Indian
products are handmade and have that
edge over other suppliers.The variety
suppliers offer here is really good.
Antoine El Haber, Lebanon
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