Arts and Crafts Stores

Arts and Crafts Stores published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. in October, 2009. This report consists of Pages: 172 and the price starts from US $ 1450.

Introduction

Abstract

The global outlook series on Arts and Crafts Stores provides a collection of market briefs, and concise summaries of research findings. The report identifies major trends, issues, challenges, growth drivers, mergers acquisitions, and corporate developments, in addition to providing 9 fact-rich market data tables. Regional markets elaborated upon include United States, Canada, Japan, France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, China, India, Vietnam, and Africa, among others. Also included is an indexed, easy-to-refer, fact-finder directory listing the addresses, and contact details of 1486 companies worldwide.

Table of Contents

1. INDUSTRY OVERVIEW 1

• Arts and Crafts - A Primer 1
• Handicraft - An Exclusive Artistic Expression 1
• Handcraft Market in Developing Economies 1
• Seasonal Celebrations Boost Craft Store Sales 2
• Effect of Global Economic Downturn on Craft Industry 2
• Scrapbooking Overview 2
• Digital Photography Drives Scrapbooking Market Growth 3
• Scrapbooking Presents Potential Opportunities for Photo Market 3
• Online Scrapbooking - An Increasingly Female-Oriented Activity 3

2. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 4

• Arts & Crafts 4
• Arts & Crafts Categories 4
• Sculpture 5
• Pottery 5
• Woodworking 6
• Chip Carving 6
• Basketry 6
• Straw Marquetry 6
• Papercraft 6
• Cardmaking 6
• Bookbinding 6
• Scrapbooking 6
• Online Scrapbooking 6
• Embroidery 6
• Crocheting 6
• Feltmaking 6
• Quilting 7
• Beadwork 7
• Floral Design 7
• Glassblowing 7
• Mosaic 7
• Materials Used 7
• Finished Products 7
• Retail Sales Channels 7
• Direct Selling 7

3. ARTS MARKET OVERVIEW 8

• Art Market Outlook 8
• Table 1: World Recent Past & Current Analysis for Fine Art Auction Market - Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2003 through 2008 8
• UK - The New Leading Revenue Generator 8
• Despairing Signs for Art Market 8
• Art Market Price Trends 9
• Sharp Variations in Contemporary Art Prices 9
• Art Market Cycles 9
• Art Dealers and Auction Houses - Play Vital Role 10
• Investment in Artworks 10
• Arts Play an Important Role in Promoting Tourism 10
• Tough Competition Between Sotheby' s and Christie' s 10

4. MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS 11

5. STRATEGIC CORPORATE

• DEVELOPMENTS 13

6. PRODUCT INNOVATIONS/ INTRODUCTIONS 15

A REGIONAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE

1. THE UNITED STATES 17

• Market Overview 17
• Table 2: US Current & Future Analysis for Arts and Crafts Market - Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2008 through 2012 18
• US Art Market Hit by Economic Crisis 18
• Challenges Confronting Multi-Chain Stores Due to Current Economic Downturn 18
• Shift in Focus from New Stores to Cost Cutting Measures 18
• Competitive Landscape 19
• Small, Independent Specialty Retailers 19
• Multi-Store Chains 19
• Table 3: US Arts & Crafts Stores Market (2008): Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales by Company for Michaels Stores,
• Jo-Ann Stores, Hobby Lobby, A.C. Moore, Hancock Fabrics and Others 19
• Table 4: US Arts & Crafts Stores Market (2008): Number of Stores of Leading Companies - Michaels Stores, Jo-Ann Stores, Hobby Lobby, Hancock Fabrics, and A.C. Moore 20
• Mass Merchandisers 20
• Factors for Choosing Stores 20
• Factors Influencing Purchase Decisions 20
• Scrapbooking Market 20
• Table 5: US Current & Future Analysis for Scrapbooking Market - Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2008 through 2012 21
• Distribution Channels 21
• Table 6: US Scrapbooking Market (2006): Percentage Breakdown of Scrapbooking Supply Spending by Distribution Channel for Craft Stores, General Merchandise Stores, Consultant, Specialty Scrapbook Stores and Others 21
• Collectable Fine Crafts 22
• Fine Craft Market in the US: Potential Areas by Region 22
• Needlework, Piece Goods and Sewing Industry 22
• Industry Background 22
• Industry Scenario in the 1990s 22
• Arts and Crafts - A Historic Perspective 23
• Recent Past Scenario 24
• Industry Associations 25

2. CANADA 25

• Visual Arts and Crafts Overview 25
• Canadian Crafts - A Diversified Industry 26

3. JAPAN 26

• Market Overview 26
• Young Artists - Drive Japanese Art Market 26

4. EUROPE 26

• Market Overview 26
• Leading Countries in Europe by Type of Crafts Produced 26
• Beadwork in Europe 27

4a. FRANCE 27

• French Arts Industry 27
• French Art Collectors Prefer Foreign-Made Artworks 27
• Government Comes up with Incentives 27

4b. THE UNITED KINGDOM 27

• London Replaces New York as the Leader in Fine Art Market 27

4c. IRELAND 28

• Irish Crafts Industry 28

5. ASIA-PACIFIC 28

• Overview 28
• Leading Countries in Asia-Pacific by Type of Crafts Produced 28
• Government Initiatives to Promote Arts and Culture 28
• Australian Government Invests in Cultural and Arts Sector 28
• Development Plan for Cultural and Creative Industry of Taiwan Receives Approval 29

5a. AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 29

• Industry Overview 29

5b. CHINA 30

• Chinese Handicraft Market 30
• Table 7: Chinese Handicraft Market (2006-2008): Chinese Import & Export Statistics for Handicrafts in US$ Million 30
• Chinese Craft Gifts Industry 30
• Demand for Artworks on Rise 31
• China Artwork City - A Boost to Chinese Arts and Crafts Industry 31
• Slowdown in the West Affects Chinese Toy Exports 31
• Global Economic Crisis Causes Closure of Chinese Toy Companies 32

5c. INDIA 32

• Overview 32
• Crafts - A Historic Perspective 32
• Indian Handicraft Industry 33
• Introduction 33
• Market Overview 33
• Handicraft Exports 34
• Table 8: Indian Handicrafts Market (2006 & 2007): Percentage Breakdown of Exports Value by Products for Imitation Jewelry, Handprinted Scarves, Artmetal Wares, Zari & Zari Goods, Handprinted Textiles and Other Handicrafts 34
• Major Export Destinations 35
• Leading Export Destinations of Indian Handicrafts 35
• Significance of Arts and Crafts in India 35
• Issues Confronting the Industry 35
• Present Scenario 36

5d. VIETNAM 36

• Overview 36
• Rattan and Bamboo Boost Handicraft Industry in Vietnam 36
• Challenges Confronting the Handicraft Industry 36
• Low Growth Estimates for Craft Exports to Canada 37

6. AFRICA 37

• Overview 37
• Leading Countries in Africa by Type of Crafts Produced 37

6a. SOUTH AFRICA 37

• South African Crafts Industry 37

6b. REPUBLIC OF RWANDA 37

• Overview 37
• Export Scenario 38
• Table 9: Arts and Crafts Market in Rwanda (2007): Percentage Breakdown of Export Revenues by Exporter - Gahaya Links, Copabu - Ingano Yacu, Millennium Villages Project, Modis Sarl, Gill Trading, A-Z Clearing & Forwarding, Aspar, and Others 38

GLOBAL DIRECTORY

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