Giving Big.

This article presents a forecast related to the giftware and barware industries in the U.S. in the year 2006. Two areas of home furnishings that are perpetually on the upswing are giftware and barware. Fetco Corp. recently introduced celestial-themed night-light frames that cycle through a variety of colors to give off a soft glow. As the barware category continues to grow, manufacturers are adding in ancillary products, hoping to extend the life of the category and keep the focus on entertaining. Shaya Eisen, director of marketing for Godinger, said that footed bowls and large vases are very popular.