The winners of The Henries 2020 Greeting Card Awards were revealed tonight (December 10) at a memorable awards event, which took place virtually, and brought together 700 members of the greeting card community, not just from all around the UK, but from all around the world.
“What a fantastic night. It really did bring everyone all together for a shared evening that celebrated everything that is great about our industry – the fabulous people, the wonderful products, the strong relationships and the tenacious spirit which connects us all,” said Jakki Brown, joint managing director of Max Publishing, which owns and organises The Henries.
The award winners saw a multitude of greeting card publishers being recognised and rewarded for their creative excellence as well as for their outstanding service. (See below for all winners).
The awards ceremony ended on an emotional high, with the Honorary Achievement Award being presented to Cath Tate, founder of Cath Tate Cards. “What I really wanted to do when I started out 40 years ago, was to change the world – and cards seemed as good a place to start as any!” said Cath in her acceptance speech. Cath also tribute to her customers, her team as well as the support publishers give each other. As she said: “We all want to make sure the industry thrives”.
The Henries’ Session Rooms, both pre and post awards ceremony were abuzz with greeting card publishers, retailers, overseas distributors, trade suppliers, agents and artists making the most of the opportunity to catch up with friends and colleagues, using the capabilities of the Hopin event platform to chat, congratulate and share the moment.
The Henries ‘show’ included messages of support from a dozen leading overseas distributors and publishers, but also as this was the 25th anniversary of The Henries, there were some special memories from industry stalwarts who have been to many Henries evenings.
Buyers from John Lewis, Scribbler, Fortnum & Mason, Waterstones,Paperchase, Card Factory, WHSmith, Cardzone, Sainsbury’s, Clintons,Moonpig, RHS and Oliver Bonas, as well as a host of leading small groups (including Between the Lines, House of Cards, Postmark, Gee Tees, Mooch, Zo & Co, 3 Wishes, Baileys and Utility) and an incredible array of independents, scrutinised over 9,000 greeting cards and giftwrappings which were submitted into The Henries 2020 to arrive at the worthy winners.
And here they are…
The Henries Awards 2020 Winners
The Lynn Tait Most Promising Young Designer or Artist Award
Louise Mulgrew, founder and creative director of Louise Mulgrew
Award sponsored by Jehane
Best Lockdown Range
Gin & Frolics from Rosie Made A Thing
Award sponsored by the GCA
Best Art Range
Safari Party from Louise Mulgrew
Award sponsored by Abbotprint
Best Wholesale Range
Isabel’s Garden from Simon Elvin
Award sponsored by LB Warehousing
Best Licensed Range
Emma Bridgewater from Woodmansterne Publications
Award sponsored by Skylight Media
Best Humorous Range
Gin & Frolics from Rosie Made A Thing
Award sponsored by Enveco
Best Children’s Range
Hoopla from Paper Salad
Award sponsored by Loxleys
Best Relations and/or Occasions Range
Hey Fresco from Wendy Jones-Blackett
Award sponsored by Fedrigoni
Best Male Range
Elle Bleu from Belly Button Designs
Award sponsored by Aspin
Best Handmade or Hand-Finished Range
Diamond Blush from Five Dollar Shake
Award sponsored by EBB Paper
Best Photographic Range
Landscape Photographer of The Year from UK Greetings
Award sponsored by Spring Fair and Autumn Fair
Best Traditional Words and Sentiments Range
Cherished from Cherry Orchard Publishing
Award sponsored by Foilco
Best Giftwrappings Range
Paper Salad from Glick
Award sponsored by PG Live
Best Contemporary Words and Sentiments Range
Words of Wisdom from Dandelion Stationery
Award sponsored by The Imaging Centre
Best Cute Range
Opal from Woodmansterne Publications
Award sponsored by Alpha Colour Printers
Best Contemporary Trend Range
Treasures from Raspberry Blossom
Award sponsored by Loxleys Digital
Best Christmas Counter Range
Christmas Decoration Cards from Jessica Hogarth
Award sponsored by Windles Group
Best Christmas Box or Pack Collection
Luxury Boxes from The Art File
Award sponsored by Gould Paper Sales UK
Best Spring Seasons Range
Ohh Deer Father’s Day from Ohh Deer
Award sponsored by GF Smith
The Henry Cole Classic Award
Virtual Safari from Emotional Rescue
Award sponsored by The Sherwood Group
Best Service to the Independent Retailer – Bronze Winner
UK Greetings
Award sponsored by Herbert Walkers
Best Service to the Independent Retailer – Silver Winner
Woodmansterne Publications
Award sponsored by Herbert Walkers
Best Service to the Independent Retailer – Gold Winner
IC&G
Award sponsored by Herbert Walkers
Honorary Achievement Award
Cath Tate
Award sponsored by UK Envelope Centre
All winners will be featured on The Henries website from tomorrow. (www.thehenrieswards.co.uk)
