DSF

I've just read on their website that HomeToGifts are shutting down, re:

Yes, we are closing down. This is simply because we have decided to work on a few new projects. All products are on sale to be cleared. We currently have some technical issues due to our shopping cart subscription expiring, we are moving to PayPal payments. Please call if you have any questions.

I haven't bought from them for ages (ever since their postage went up), but it's never a good sign when another supplier shuts down. There are few enough around as it is.

less suppliers means we have to pay more for blanks

less suppliers means we have to pay more for blanks

Not necessarily VAT increase on January 5th will increase prices, £ v $ exchange rate will cause prices to fluctuate, but there are still enough suppliers around to ensure competition keeps prices keen (I hope).

Of more interest is why they felt the need to close. Any views apart from the 'official' one?

Home 2 gifts are an active member of the DSF but havn't been on here for a while, it would be nice to invite them in to comment.