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Wholesale gifts and novelty

Impulse gifts, novelty items and gift sets for gift shops and boutiques, sold by the case at landed prices.

What's in the range

  • Impulse gifts and fun items

    Mugs, novelty keychains, small figurines and mini candles priced for the impulse zone near a register; buyers usually specify the theme and a clear retail price point.

  • Novelty and humor products

    Gag gifts, punny items and offbeat accessories; buyers typically ask for everyday or occasion-specific themes and want individual retail packaging.

  • Gift sets and bundles

    Coordinated two- or three-piece groupings sold at a single retail price; packaging style and the cohesiveness of the set are the key specs.

  • Souvenir-style keepsakes

    Magnets, ornaments, small prints and destination-themed items; stores near tourist areas ask for location-specific customization through private label.

  • Seasonal and occasion gifts

    Birthday, holiday, graduation and milestone items that rotate with the calendar; lead time planning is important for this sub-category.

Case packs and pricing are shared once your account is approved.

Buying gifts and novelty by the case

Gift shops and boutiques build most of their impulse revenue on small, giftable items at a clear price point. Mugs, magnets, novelty keychains, small figurines and mini candles are consistent movers in the impulse zone near a register. Curated gift sets, a coordinated two- or three-piece grouping at a single retail price, tend to draw a higher transaction value than individual pieces and are straightforward for shop staff to gift-recommend.

Sourcing wholesale gifts and novelty items works best when you tell us the occasion or theme you are buying for (everyday fun, birthday, local pride, pet lovers, wellness), the retail price point you are targeting and the packaging style you need. Retail-ready boxes or bags matter more in this category than in most others. If the product will carry your store name, a custom message or original artwork, include that in your quote request so we can spec the right factory.

Every order ships as full cases. We vet the factories, arrange samples for your approval and inspect goods at the factory before anything ships. We handle freight, duties and customs and quote one landed price per unit, delivered. There is no separate sourcing fee. Wholesale orders are prepaid by card or ACH; sourcing orders take a 30% deposit with the balance due before shipping.

Custom sourcing for this category runs about 8 to 12 weeks by sea or 4 to 6 weeks by air. Private label is available: your store name, logo or original artwork on the product or the packaging. Ready-made products ship direct from the factory, with the delivery time confirmed in your quote.

How to order

  1. 1

    Apply or ask for a quote

    Tell us which products you want. We reply within one business day.

  2. 2

    Order cases or approve samples

    Order full cases, or approve samples for a custom or private-label version.

  3. 3

    Delivered at the landed price

    Freight, customs and duties are in the price we quote.

Questions about gifts and novelty

Can we get a novelty item made with our store name or custom artwork?

Yes. Private label is available through our sourcing service. Include the artwork, message or logo in your quote request and we will build it into the spec.

How long does custom sourcing take for a gift set?

About 8 to 12 weeks by ocean or 4 to 6 weeks by air, including sample approval and production. We send samples for your review before any production run starts.

What information should I include when requesting a sourcing quote for a novelty item?

Tell us the theme or occasion, the retail price point you are targeting, the quantity you need and any packaging preference. If you have a reference image or a product you want to replicate, include that too.

Can you source location-specific or destination-themed products for a tourist shop?

Yes. We can source items with location-specific artwork or text through private label. Include the destination name, any artwork and the quantity in your quote request.

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