Arts and Crafts Stores: Market Research Report
The global outlook series on Arts and Crafts Stores provides a collection of statistical anecdotes, 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 14 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 1193 companies worldwide.
Contents
1.INDUSTRY OVERVIEWArts and Crafts – A Primer
Handicraft – An Exclusive Artistic Expression
Handicraft Market in Developing Economies
Seasonal Celebrations Boost Craft Store Sales.
Effect of Global Economic Downturn on Craft Industry
Recession Brings Transformation in the Art and Crafts Market
Industry Scope Widens to Include Youngsters and Males
Surge in Demand for Craft Books
Consumers Become Selective
Needlework and Metal Crafts Witness Unconventional Usage
Functional Crafts Gain Popularity
Growing Demand for Eco-Friendly Craft Supplies
Embroidery, Sewing and Quilting Segments Witness Usage of Varied Techniques
Scrapbooking Overview
Digital Photography Positively Influences Scrapbooking Market Growth
Scrapbooking Presents Potential Opportunities for Photo Market
Online Scrapbooking – An Increasingly Female-Oriented Activity
2.PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Arts & Crafts
Arts & Crafts Categories
Sculpture
Pottery
Woodworking
Chip Carving
Basketry
Straw Marquetry
Papercraft
Cardmaking
Bookbinding
Scrapbooking
Online Scrapbooking
Embroidery
Crocheting
Feltmaking
Quilting
Beadwork
Floral Design
Glassblowing
Mosaic
Materials Used
Finished Products
Retail Sales Channels
Direct Selling
3.ARTS MARKET OVERVIEW
Art Market Outlook
Table 1: World Fine Art Auctions Market (2010): Percentage Share Breakdown of Revenue and Lot Sales by Medium- Painting, Drawing, Sculpture, Print, Photography and Others
China Conquers the Global Fine Arts Market
Table 2: Global Market for Fine Arts (2010): Percentage Share Breakdown of Revenue by Region- Asia, North America, Europe and Rest of World
Table 3: World Fine Art Auctions Market (2010): Percentage Breakdown of Auction Revenue by Country- China, US, UK, France and Rest of World
York Leads the Fine Arts market
Global Art Market: Ranking of Regions by Auction Revenue Generated in 2010
Art Market Price Trends
Art Market Re-Gains Momentum
Art Market Cycles
Art Dealers and Auction Houses – Play Vital Role
Investment in Artworks
Arts Play an Important Role in Promoting Tourism
Tough Competition Between Sotheby’s and Christie’s
Table 4: World Fine Art Auctions Market (2010): Percentage Breakdown of Turnover and Lots Sold by Auction House- Sotheby’s, Christie’s and Others
Top Ten Auction Houses Ranked by Revenues Generated in 2010
4.MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS
5.STRATEGIC CORPORATE DEVELOPMENTS
6.PRODUCT INNOVATIONS/ INTRODUCTIONS
A REGIONAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
1.THE UNITED STATES
Market Overview
Table 5 : US Current & Future Analysis for Arts and Crafts by Product Segment- Art, Floral, General, Jewelry & Beads, Paper and Sewing Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2010 through 2015
Table 6: US 5-Year Perspective for Arts and Crafts by Product Segment- Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Art, Floral, General, Jewelry & Beads, Paper and Sewing for Years 2011 and 2015
Shift in Focus from New Stores to Cost Cutting Measures
Competitive Landscape
Small, Independent Specialty Retailers
Multi-Store Chains
Table 7: US Arts & Crafts Stores Market (2009): Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales by Company for Michaels Stores, Jo-Ann Stores, Hobby Lobby, A.C. Moore and Others
Table 8: US Arts & Crafts Stores Market (2010): Number of Stores of Leading Companies - Michaels Stores, Jo-Ann Stores, Hobby Lobby, Hancock Fabrics, and A.C. Moore
Mass Merchandisers
Factors for Choosing Stores
Factors Influencing Purchase Decisions
Scrapbooking Market
Table 9: US Current & Future Analysis for Scrapbooking Market - Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2008 through 2012
Distribution Channels
Table 10: US Scrapbooking Market (2010): Percentage Breakdown of Scrapbooking Supply Spending by Distribution Channel for Craft Stores, General Merchandise Stores, Consultant, Specialty Scrapbook Stores and Others
Collectable Fine Crafts
Fine Craft Market in the US: Potential Areas by Region
Needlework, Piece Goods and Sewing Industry
Industry Background
Industry Scenario in the 1990s
Arts and Crafts – A Historic Perspective
Recent Past Scenario
Industry Associations
2.CANADA
Visual Arts and Crafts Overview
Canadian Crafts– A Diversified Industry
3.JAPAN
Market Overview
Young Artists – Drive Japanese Art Market
4.EUROPE
Market Overview
Leading Countries in Europe by Type of Crafts Produced
Beadwork in Europe
European Union Toy Export Market
Table 11: European Union Toy Exports (2010): Percentage Breakdown of Exports to Leading Countries- Switzerland, US, Norway, Australia, Turkey, Hong Kong, Russia, Canada and Japan
4a.FRANCE
French Arts Industry
French Art Collectors Prefer Foreign-Made Artworks
Government Comes up with Incentives
4b.THE UNITED KINGDOM
Art Exports
Table 12: European Art Market (2007-2009): European Import & Export Statistics for Art in GBP Million
Regulatory Issues in the Art and Antiques Market
Table 13: UK Current & Future Analysis for Arts and Crafts Market: Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2010 through 2015
4c.IRELAND
Irish Crafts Industry
5.ASIA-PACIFIC
Overview
Leading Countries in Asia-Pacific by Type of Crafts Produced
Government Initiatives to Promote Arts and Culture
Australian Government Invests in Cultural and Arts Sector
Development Plan for Cultural and Creative Industry of Taiwan Receives Approval
5a.AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND
Industry Overview
5b.CHINA
Chinese Handicraft Market
Chinese Craft Gifts Industry
Rising Interest in Chinese Art
China Artwork City – A Boost to Chinese Arts and Crafts Industry
Global Economic Crisis Causes Closure of Chinese Toy Companies
5c.INDIA
Overview
Crafts – A Historic Perspective
Indian Handicraft Industry
Introduction
Market Overview
Handicraft Exports
Table 14: Indian Handicrafts Exports (2010): Percentage Growth in Exports by Products-Imitation Jewelry, Hand Printed Scarves, Art-metal Wares, Zari & Zari Goods, Hand Printed Textiles and Other Handicrafts
Major Export Destinations
Leading Export Destinations of Indian Handicrafts
Significance of Arts and Crafts in India
Issues Confronting the Industry
Present Scenario
5d.VIETNAM
Overview
Rattan and Bamboo Boost Handicraft Industry in Vietnam
Challenges Confronting the Handicraft Industry
6.AFRICA
Overview
Leading Countries in Africa by Type of Crafts Produced
Ethiopian Craft Market
6a.SOUTH AFRICA
South African Crafts Industry
6b.REPUBLIC OF RWANDA
Overview
Export Scenario
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