The LAMOSE Journal
Guides, stories, and ideas from our Calgary workshop. Tips on custom drinkware, gift inspiration, and behind-the-scenes looks at how we craft your favourites.
Souvenir Trends 2026: What Gift Shops Should Stock This Year
What Canadian gift shops should stock in 2026: fewer, better items, souvenirs personalized with a name or destination, and made-to-order runs from 12 pieces.
Gift Shop Markup: Why Keystone Is Only the Floor
Keystone (2x cost) is the floor for a tourist gift shop. Most need 55-65% margins to last the winter. Markup by category, magnets to engraved tumblers.
Custom Tumblers for Gift Shops: What Actually Sells
Most wholesale tumbler suppliers want 100+ units per design before you know it sells. Test 3-4 designs at 12 pieces each, reorder the winner. Get a quote.