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"Tell the truth," said Morgan, leaning on the edge of Reid's desk. "Is Lila the first really hot girl you've ever kissed?"
Reid thought about this for a moment, then shrugged. "I suppose that depends on your definition," he prevaricated, though he knew Morgan was right. Reid had always been shyer with girls, reluctant to approach them when he could date sweet, nerdy boys who were just as out of place as he was.
Morgan laughed and shook his head, patting Reid on the shoulder as he got up and went back to his filing.
Reid smiled to himself, and filled out his paperwork with images of his last date with Eugene Phelps dancing in his mind's eye -- his own personal definition of hot.
"Too bad it didn't work out with that Lila girl," said Morgan a few weeks later, when word got around the office that Reid hadn't heard from his actress.
Reid laughed and shook his head. "It's all right, she wasn't really my type, anyway," he said. "All flash, no substance."
"You're more for brains than beauty?" said Morgan with a chuckle.
"Or brawn," said Reid, feeling the words slip out a moment too late to stop them.
Morgan raised an eyebrow, then shrugged. "Whatever floats your boat, I guess."
Reid flushed. "It's more about the person inside than out," he said, ducking his head shyly. "I've always considered gender as flexible a parameter as any other physical trait."
Morgan shot him a little half-grin. "You dog, you," he said, sounding almost approving.
"Why didn't you tell me you were into guys?" said Garcia. She'd cornered him by the men's room, and Reid's eyes were wide with panic.
"Was I supposed to?" Reid squeaked, edging toward the bathroom door.
"Now we can admire the hotties together next time we all go to the bar," she said with an evil glint in her eye. "It's much more fun than doing it alone."
Reid laughed nervously. "I'm not really the ogling sort."
"Poppycock!" she retorted. "All men like to watch, it's wired in or something."
Morgan chose that moment to come striding around the corner. "What sort of trouble are you trying to get him into, baby girl?" he asked, and Reid felt a flash of unwelcome envy for their ability to tease and flirt and not raise an eyebrow.
Well, not within the team, anyway.
"Oh, my sweet chocolate treat, I'm trying to get Reid to go manhunting with me," she said with a mischievous grin. "Unless you're going to finally light up my life?"
"Or mine," said Reid, unable to resist.
The look on Morgan's face was worth every bit of crap he'd get from Garcia later.
"How about that one, he's got a great ass," said Garcia, pointing.
Reid sighed and sipped his Coke. "And not even two brain cells to rub together, or he wouldn't be wearing neon turquoise leopard print spandex," he said, eyes straying to Morgan; it was safe, because hers would in a minute, too, and neither of them would speak of it. At least that was how it had worked so far.
"I thought you liked girls," said Elle, sidling up between them.
Reid turned to her, trying to put Morgan's undulating form out of his mind, for now. "I like interesting people," said Reid. He'd been rehearsing this answer ever since Garcia's ambush.
"So it's all about the cranium and not the packaging?" said Elle dubiously.
"Well, not entirely about the cranium, I mean, I do have preferences physically, but an incompatible personality would rule out even the most attractive woman."
"Or man," said Elle dryly.
Reid declined to dignify that with a response, instead taking a long drink of his Coke.
"How're my darlings doing?" said Morgan, sidling up to the table.
Reid nearly snorted his soda. "I'm a darling now?"
They all laughed, but Reid caught Morgan eyeing him speculatively while the girls were still recovering.
Reid was grateful that Gideon, at least, wasn't distracted by his inadvertent coming out. The next case they worked was a hard one, and Gideon was there for him when it was over just like always, as a mentor and father figure. It was strangely ordinary to ride back in the plane, shellshock slowly melting to normality as they played chess and talked about the philosophy of heroism, and how it was portrayed in American society.
'You were her hero,' echoed Morgan's voice in Reid's memory, and he thought that might have been part of the appeal -- most of it, even, for him as well as her.
"Check," said Gideon with a smirk.
Reid drew himself back to the game, shaking his head at the way he'd let himself be trapped while he was thinking. "That'll teach me to let you bring up deep thoughts during chess," he said, squeaking his king out of the trap by capturing Gideon's knight.
"It's all thinking," said Gideon with a shrug, but there was humour sparkling in his eyes.
"And that's Checkmate," said Reid with a snort as Gideon moved his queen in for the kill. He tipped over his king and shook his head. "Everything can be used as a strategy when you're up against an opponent's mind, I suppose."
"An excellent lesson," said Morgan, sauntering over with his usual charming smile. "Play some gin?"
"If we're done?" Reid asked Gideon, getting a nod in return.
Gideon stood up, gesturing for Morgan to claim his spot. "Don't steal his lunch money," he teased, clapping Morgan on the shoulder and giving Reid's a squeeze, then moving off to talk to Elle in a low voice.
Reid tuned the other chatter out, bringing all of his attention on Morgan. The cards were out and he was already shuffling them with practiced ease. "Rummy or not?" he asked, getting ready to deal.
"Rummy, but no betting," said Reid with a laugh. "I can't afford to be your sugar daddy this week."
Morgan's eyebrows went up, but he shrugged and capitulated. "I'd've just done pennies for points," he said, his tone implying a certain lack of courage on Reid's part.
"It's not the pennies so much as my dignity," said Reid with a wry chuckle. "It's bad enough losing without having to pay you for the privilege."
Morgan dealt, then pulled out a small notebook and pen to record the inevitable humiliation. "Maybe I just like makin' you admit who's your daddy," he teased, waiting for Reid to organize his hand and make the first move.
"I don't see the name 'Reid' on your badge," replied Reid, taking the discard and replacing it with one of his own.
Morgan snapped that card up and laid down a set, which made Reid roll his eyes. "You must mark these somehow," he complained good-naturedly.
Morgan chuckled. "I just know how to play the game, that's all."
"You can say that again," said JJ, coming up to lean on the back of his seat. "You always were a player."
Morgan put his hand -- cards and all -- over his heart. "You cut me, JJ."
"Say that the next time you've had a date with the same woman twice," she replied. Then she mouthed, "Kings," to Reid, who couldn't help but laugh.
"I can lose by myself, thanks," he said, picking up the top card off the deck with a roll of his eyes. It was, of course, a king.
"Is that the reason why you don't form lasting relationships?" asked Reid. "I mean, because of..."
"Are you still profilin' me?" interrupted Morgan.
"No, I just wondered, I mean." Reid flushed, then shrugged. "I guess I just wanted to let you know you can talk to me about it. If you wanted to. Or not, if you don't. Whatever."
Morgan chuckled, shaking his head. "If I didn't know you were sincere, man... I don't want to, and I won't want to, but I guess I can't fault the sentiment."
Reid let out the breath he'd been holding in an explosive sigh. "Sorry."
Morgan clapped him on the shoulder, then walked away, ending the conversation.
"You're not lookin' too good these days, kid," said Morgan.
Reid squirmed; they were driving to interview some witnesses a few towns over, and he was trapped in the SUV with Morgan. "I've been having problems... The crime scene photos, some of the things people say, it makes me..."
"Flash back to what he did to you?" said Morgan. His voice was quiet, serious.
It was as close to an intimate conversation as they'd ever had, and Reid wasn't sure he wanted to be in on it. "Yeah," he said softly, trying to push the images out of his mind even now.
"It's a hard thing, being a victim," said Morgan. "Especially when you think you're supposed to always be the hero instead."
Reid swallowed nervously, hand going to his bag and the vials of drug he knew were in there. "I hate the way it makes me afraid," he said, not wanting to admit the other, the craving for that state the drugs had put him in, floating and helpless as the abused child that Morgan had once been.
"You learn to get past the fear," said Morgan, reaching out to pat Reid's leg.
A shuddery little laugh helped disguise the way Reid's pulse jumped at the touch, half fear and half pathetic wanting. "How can I learn faster?"
Morgan laughed, too, hand squeezing Reid's thigh. "You've just gotta find something worth living through the fear for, and eventually you forget to be afraid so much."
"Great," said Reid, letting his head hit the headrest behind him. "As if this job leaves time for a life."
"I didn't say it was a perfect solution," said Morgan, "but it's the only one I got."
Reid lapsed into silence for a few miles before he got up the courage to ask, "Do you ever find yourself craving the parts that made you feel good?"
Morgan looked at him sharply, eyes moving from the dark circles to shaking hands, and filling up with a new set of conclusions. "I used to want that praise he gave me, yeah," said Morgan, "but I found other places to get it."
Reid nodded thoughtfully, remembering the floaty feeling of the drugs, freed from the incessant chatter of his brain and the weight of his responsibilities. He chuckled when he realized where else he knew that feeling from, and shook his head.
"What's funny?" asked Morgan, voice even, not quite hurt yet, but thinking about it.
Reid flushed. "I was just thinking of other ways to emulate the feeling I'm missing," he said.
Morgan raised an eyebrow. "Anything I can help with?"
Reid couldn't help it, he cracked up, curling around his bag and the vials and his own libido, images dancing behind his eyes of Morgan helping him to achieve the one other sensation that filled his mind with nothing but staticky pleasure. "I don't, oh god," said Reid, cracking up again. He got himself under control while Morgan looked first bewildered, then cranky. "Sorry, sorry, I just, um, don't think that's a feeling you're really wanting to help with." He cleared his throat and explained in as delicate a manner as he could manage. "I was just thinking how the, uh, high was a bit like another, erm, peak. That you can experience. Sometimes two or three times a night."
Morgan's brows furrowed, then his eyes went wide and he laughed uncomfortably. "Oh, that feeling. Uh, yeah, you're on your own there."
Reid was sure he imagined the speculative looks that Morgan kept shooting him for the rest of the drive.
"It's good to be a proper team again," said Morgan, leaning on Reid's desk.
Reid looked up at him, bewildered for a moment, then shrugged.
Morgan put a hand on Reid's shoulder. "I know you miss Gideon."
"He was like a father to me," admitted Reid.
"He was a mentor to all of us," agreed Morgan, giving Reid's shoulder a squeeze. "But he needs something different now."
"That doesn't stop us from needing him," said Reid, his voice small and confused.
"Hey, you've still got me," said Morgan.
Reid chuckled, then looked up. "I guess we're luckier than the girls you date, we get you for more than a night or two."
Something odd passed over Morgan's features, then it was replaced with a warm smile. "You know it."
Reid's answering smile was more private, an amusement only he understood. "Yes," he said, "I do."
"I hate that it changed me," said Reid, sitting next to Morgan. Everyone else in the plane was asleep, but Reid had been too long without Gideon, without the drugs and without someone to help him forget them both. Something had changed between him and Morgan in the past few months, and Reid was just desperate enough to trade on that newfound closeness. "I hate that I'm a different person than I was, that I'll always be a victim now because that's what he made me."
"Hey, no, you're more than that," said Morgan, arm going around Reid's shoulders comfortingly, easily.
Reid leaned into him, too tired to resist, tonight. "I'm more than that," said Reid bitterly, "but I'm still that. Still a victim, his victim."
Morgan nodded slowly. "We've got that in common," he said.
It might have been incongruous if it hadn't been exactly what Reid needed to hear. "Whatever doesn't kill us makes us stronger, huh?"
Morgan snorted out a laugh. "Not always, but this will. You'll see, something good will come out of it."
Reid sighed. "Does it ever stop hurting?"
"Completely?" asked Morgan, and Reid nodded. "I won't lie to you, it hasn't yet. Sometimes I wonder..."
Reid waited, patient enough now that he was in the circle of Morgan's arm, basking in the warmth of his regard. Reid counted heartbeats, his own slowing while Morgan's picked up, until finally Morgan spoke again.
"I wonder who I'd be, what I'd be like, if he hadn't broken part of me before it ever had a chance to grow," said Morgan.
Reid blinked, then put his hand over Morgan's on his shoulder. "Someone once told me I didn't have to stay broken, if I was willing to go through the pain of fixing myself."
Morgan chuckled wryly. "I bet that was Gideon," he said, giving Reid a squeeze. "You guys are right, you know. I never can give more of myself to a girl than a couple of nights and a charming excuse."
"Maybe you're just picking up the wrong girls," suggested Reid with a teasing smile.
"You don't think I know that?" said Morgan, quiet and frustrated all of a sudden. "But the keepers, the kind you take home to ma, I don't have the guts to even ask them out in the first place."
"Do you really want to?" asked Reid curiously. Morgan was one of the bravest men he knew, and it seemed strange that he'd let shyness keep him from asking out the women he truly admired.
Morgan shrugged. "I think... I feel like, a girl like that, she'd want to know all my secrets."
"Ah," said Reid, suddenly understanding. Morgan had been willing to risk jail and the destruction of his career in order to keep those secrets, and it would take more than your average nice girl to get him to change his mind. "We all know, and we still l- um. Care about you."
"You know you love me," said Morgan, making a joke of the slip.
Reid was content to let him lighten the mood. "Just not that way," he teased back.
Morgan raised his eyebrow challengingly. "You sayin' I'm not your type?"
Reid laughed. "You're just not nerdy enough for me," he retorted, though in truth he found Morgan's combination of brains and brawn to be viscerally appealing, in a way that had made for a lot of uncomfortable moments back when they'd first begun working together. "Maybe if you got glasses?"
"I've never really understood faith."
Morgan looked up, but Reid's face was open, curious. "I don't know if it's something you can understand," he said, moving over on the bench. "It's just something you have or you don't."
Reid sat, speaking quietly despite the empty park around them. "It seems like a lot of people have it when they're kids and grow out of it, or away from it, when it doesn't give them what they feel like they were promised." He paused, then ploughed on. "Or they have something happen to them and then they go find it, like it's this magical thing that can fix them."
"I'd agree with both of those," said Morgan thoughtfully, "but there's also people who just have faith, the way you have your memory, it's just a part of who they are. And I think it's those people that make the rest of us long for something more than what we're given."
Reid looked down at his hands. "I find it hard to embrace the idea of a faith that would push me away for who I am," he said quietly. "If you... Will you reject me again, if you find your faith?"
"Oh, Spencer, no," said Morgan, rubbing the thin back, fingers rubbing over every bump as he soothed. "Faith isn't always blind."
Reid laughed, hollow and humorless. "I suppose I ought to trust you not to let it blind you," he said, hands shaking just a little. "Does it ever bother you, what I am?"
"Smart, good-looking despite yourself, kind and generous and did I mention smarter than the rest of us combined?" asked Morgan, the compliments tumbling out without his usual smoothness. "No, and it doesn't bother me that you date men, either."
"I'm a heathen, too," said Reid with a chuckle. "Never even been baptized."
Morgan snorted, smiling wryly. "We've both got a lot more sins than the original one to worry about," he said. His hand still travelled the path of Reid's spine, over and over, as if it held the answer to a question he hadn't asked.
Reid turned to him, sitting up, and their faces were suddenly close, too close for comfort. "What's one more, I suppose?" he asked, then laughed and turned away.
Reid tried not to believe that it was disappointment he saw in Morgan's eyes.
They'd stayed in a hundred hotel rooms like this one, but tonight Reid was on edge, unable to push away that elusive flash of disappointment, the warmth of Morgan's hand going up and down his back and the answering heat it had kindled inside him. "Can I have the first shower?" asked Reid, rummaging through his things. He'd only shower again in the morning, but he felt antsy and grimy, and he needed that time alone tonight.
"Take your time," said Morgan, reclining on his double bed, the one closest to the door, between Reid and potential danger.
Reid smiled, extracting pajamas and his toiletry kit, then ducking into the bathroom. "I might be a while," he called through the door, skinning out of his clothes as fast as he could go. There was a drop of blood on one sleeve from when the coroner had slipped and dropped the victim's hand back into the puddle of blood. The knees of his trousers were grubby from kneeling in the dirt, and there was detritus from the crime scene in the cuffs. His mind catalogued the tiny imperfections even as he folded the clothes neatly, setting them to one side.
The knock on the door startled him.
"If you're gonna be a while, can I use the head first?" asked Morgan through the door.
Reid blushed all the way down to his nipples, which were rising in the cool air-conditioned room. "I, uh, already undressed."
"Damn, you're quick," said Morgan. "But if you don't want me comin' in to flush while you're showering, you need to let me in now."
"Hold on, hold on," said Reid. Rather than try to figure out what the minimum acceptable amount of clothing was, he wrapped one of the annoyingly small hotel towels around his hips and emerged, doing his best to look shivering and pathetic.
Morgan's eyes raked over him, and Reid flushed redder, feeling the tingling that presaged desire beginning to rise in his groin. "I'll be quick," said Morgan, disappearing into the bathroom.
Reid tried to think of anything at all to keep his body in line, though he refused to use his work in that manner. Neither he nor the victims deserved that, though it was a line of reflection that drew him away from his ardour and allowed it to cool.
He heard the toilet flush and the sink run, and tightened his grip on the flimsy towel.
"All yours," said Morgan, going back to flop on the bed.
"Thanks." Reid ducked his head shyly and disappeared back into the bathroom, trying to tell himself that the feel of Morgan's gaze on his retreating body was an illusion born of false hope and foolish desire.
It even almost worked.
Reid was too nervous to take care of himself in the shower, and he emerged sooner than he'd intended, only to find himself face-to-face with evidence that Morgan wore boxer briefs. "Oh! I, uh, sorry, I guess I didn't take as long as I thought," he babbled, feeling a tent begin to form in his too-flimsy pajamas at the sight of Morgan's well-formed and barely-clad ass.
Morgan turned, bare chest moving in a chuckle. "It's all right, it's not like you're gonna jump me," he said.
Reid nearly choked at that. "No, I, no, I mean, I would never, not that you're not, but you... I'm going to go back in here and wait for you to be done with that."
"Reid, it's all right," said Morgan.
Reid blushed, then shrugged. "Sorry, Derek, I guess I just panicked." He edged out of the doorway with his dirty clothes held in front of him like a shield, and hoped he didn't look too guilty.
"You're pretty bad at bein' gay if my ass makes you panic," teased Morgan, slipping into a t-shirt and not even bothering with any other pants.
Spencer swallowed, trying to chalk it up to a warm night and not stare at the way Morgan's cock and balls made a hefty package in his underwear. "I'm, uh, usually expecting the ass I get."
Morgan chuckled. "Is that how it is?"
Reid blinked, then blushed deeper and shrugged. He busied himself at his suitcase while he tried to think of the right answer, then just gave in and told the truth. "Actually I tend to stick to oral, manual or frottage, though I have tried and enjoyed both penetrating and being penetrated," he said, retreating into the pedantic. "It's safer when you aren't in a long-term relationship, and although I have had a few of those, they weren't exclusive or particularly serious."
"So you've never been in love, but you've been in someone's ass?" teased Morgan, clearly enjoying Reid's discomfiture.
"Something like that," said Reid. He was out of things to put away, so he scrambled under the covers and pulled up his knees, hiding the reaction he was having to the conversation, though he had a feeling Morgan wasn't fooled.
Morgan pulled up the knee closest to Reid, so he took that as a polite request not to stare so much and tried to concentrate on something else. "Which do you like better? Pitching, right?"
Reid recognized the old pain lurking behind Morgan's question, and he took this answer more seriously than the others. "With the right partner, I find them equally enjoyable, but the wrong partner can make it awful."
"How can it not be awful?" asked Morgan, voice small.
"Well, for one thing I have to want them, to be really aroused and ready for it," said Reid. It was hard to talk about, but harder for Morgan, and Reid respected the effort he was making enough to meet him halfway. "And then there has to be a lot of preparation, and a lot of lubrication."
"So you don't just, uh, slick it up and go?" asked Morgan.
"Oh, god!" said Reid, unable to hold back his horror at the thought of it, of young Derek being forced that way, unwilling and unready. "No! God, no."
Morgan gave him another of those opaque, sidelong glances. "Good."
Reid bit his lip and tried to wait out Morgan's silent conteplation, but finally gave in to his own curiosity. "Why now?"
"What?" asked Morgan, coming up from wherever his mind had been.
"Why are you asking me about this stuff now?" Reid clarified.
Morgan shrugged, then seemed to think better of it. "Remember when I said I was too afraid to ask out the right kind of girls?" asked Morgan.
Reid nodded; that had been a hard conversation to have, but one that taught him about himself as much as Morgan. "I remember."
"Well, that wasn't all true," said Morgan. "I think... I think I'm too afraid to ask out the right kind of guys."
"Oh!" said Reid, hands fluttering like nervous birds, picking at the coverlet and making half-formed gestures as he spoke. "You mean, you think that after everything, you might have a man you're attracted to, but you're afraid the sex will be horrible because of what you went through as a child."
Morgan chuckled. "Somethin' like that, yeah."
"I think that any man worthy of you would understand that he had to go slow, and that some things might not even be on the table," said Reid, turning to look at Morgan full in the face this time.
Morgan raised his eyebrows. "Is that so?"
"A good man wouldn't ever try to make you do something that you hated for his own gratification."
Morgan cocked his head. "And you? Could you live a life with just those other things, hands and mouths and rubbing, knowing you couldn't fuck your partner?"
"Of course," said Reid. "I don't do much of that now, and I can't imagine a scenario where I'd enjoy penetrating an unwilling partner of either gender, in any orifice."
Morgan laughed, loud and low with just a tiny edge of hysteria. "Any orifice, huh?" he asked, before dissolving back into laughter.
Reid flushed, then shrugged.
"All right, all right," said Morgan, once he got a hold of himself again.
"Are we done now?" asked Reid, trying for dignified and mostly just sounding peevish.
Morgan chuckled. "Only if you don't wanna come over here and kiss me."
"I, what?" Reid's voice squeaked, and he stared, wondering if he'd hit his head in the shower and was even now being taken out on a stretcher.
"You heard me," said Morgan.
Reid didn't have to be told thrice; he knew what the invitation must have cost Morgan, and Reid wasn't about to throw it back in his face. "So, not done yet," he said, scrambling out from under the covers and over to Morgan's bed. He stopped at the edge, standing awkwardly with his hands feebly trying to hide his erection. "Um. How far does this invitation extend?"
Morgan chuckled, then reached out and snagged one of Reid's wrists, pulling him into the bed and on top of Morgan in a sprawl. "You and your penis are both welcome, Spencer," he said.
It was the sexiest thing Reid had ever heard. He swallowed and leaned in, trying to keep some semblance of decorum, to give Morgan a chance to change his mind.
Morgan's hands came up to cup Reid's face, warm and insistent as they pulled him in closer. Reid let his eyes close and he felt a frisson of excitement go through him as Morgan's lips touched his, gently at first and then with building heat. It would have been chaste if there hadn't been such purpose in the way Morgan's mouth moved over Reid's, strong and hot enough to curl Reid's toes.
Reid had to admit, Morgan knew how to kiss.
Morgan shifted under him, and Reid became very aware of his cock and balls and the way they were cradled in the hollow Morgan's hip, the way his sac fell to nestle against Morgan's between his legs, the heat of Morgan's cock against his own hip. His pajamas were really no barrier at all to the warmth of their bodies, and a soft moan opened his mouth against Morgan's.
Morgan took that as invitation and slipped his tongue along the curve of Reid's lip, then into the warmth of his mouth. Reid let his own tongue tangle with it, pressing closer from lips to hips and gasping when Morgan's body arched up to meet him. "What, ohgod, what do you want me to do?" asked Reid; this was one moment he couldn't leave to chance, no matter how unromantic it might seem.
Morgan kissed him again before answering, nearly erasing his good intentions completely.
"You mentioned frott- um. Rubbing, right?" murmured Morgan, his voice soft and shy.
Reid kissed him, then nodded. "We can do that," he said, rocking down into Morgan, making it clear that even nudity was optional, if it would make Morgan more comfortable.
"Do you like that?" asked Morgan, unsure now that they were close.
Reid rolled them over so that Morgan was on top. "I like that a lot," he said, spreading his legs and adjusting until their cocks could rub together.
Something slipped through Morgan's gaze too fast to see, and Reid leaned up for a kiss instead. "Like this?" asked Reid, a hundred questions in just two words.
"Yeah," sighed Morgan, low and rough. He rocked his hips a few times and kissed Reid, and then, courage gathered, leaned back enough to pull off his t-shirt. "But I'd like it better naked."
Reid grinned, feeling pride bubble up through the desire and uncertainty. "Naked is good, too," he agreed, running his hands appreciatively over Morgan's sculpted chest and abdomen.
Morgan's hands were tentative as they smoothed over Reid's bare chest, thumbs flicking over his sensitive nipples as if by accident and making Reid's breath catch in his throat. "I like you like this," breathed Morgan, and Reid swallowed and nodded.
"It's good," he said, running fingers over and around one of Morgan's nipples. Morgan caught his lip between white teeth, though a small noise escaped anyway.
Reid chose to take that as a good sign. "More naked?" he asked, trying to make it a suggestion rather than a demand, though in truth he'd been wanting to see all of Morgan since pretty much the day they met.
"Yes, dear," said Morgain with a chuckle, leaning down for a kiss. He slid back, hands sliding down Reid's body and taking Reid's pants with them, until he was standing at the edge of the bed staring down at Reid's naked body.
Reid shivered, then spread his legs a little more, wanting Morgan to know that he could have access to whatever parts he wanted, whenever he was ready. "Good?" he asked, blushing when his voice cracked just a little.
For a miracle, that seemed to relax Morgan, and he nodded, eyes roaming over Reid's body from head to toe. "Very good," he said. He took a deep breath, then took down his own underpants, standing up to let his cock bob free, hard enough to reassure Reid that Morgan really did want to do this.
"Very, very good," said Reid. His thighs parted even further, this time of their own accord, while his gaze traced the curves of Morgan's thighs and cock, the warm brown of his skin and the nervous lust in his face. "Come back here," said Reid, holding up one arm invitingly.
Morgan crawled back up Reid's body, dropping kisses here and there, a thigh, a hip, the curve of his ribs and a lick to one sensitive nipple. "If this works... We'll do more later?" he asked, settling himself back in the cradle of Reid's hips so that their cocks could kiss, wet heads rubbing together.
"Oh yeah," agreed Reid, both for the sentiment and the pleasure. Their lips met again and they rocked together, slowly at first, then faster and harder as their skin was slicked with sweat and pre-come, as the sensations began to build. Reid's balls tingled with need but he tried to hold back, wanting to make sure that Morgan got what he needed. Whatever that turned out to be.
Morgan was silent at first, nothing but harsh breathing as they moved together, but slowly the breaths turned to quiet moans and half-whispered words, and Reid relaxed a bit further beneath him. Reid had never been able to help making sounds himself, embarrassing little squeaks, whimpers and murmurs that got out no matter how much he tried to hold back. Reid held on as long as he could, but eventually his body won out over his willpower, and he was reduced to writhing and rutting beneath Morgan's solid body, clinging with his arms, legs spread wide enough that one foot kept slipping off the edge of the bed.
He gave one last cry and came, emptying himself into the space between them, the sudden slick warmth drawing out his release, making each shuddering thrust exquisite. "Derek, Derek, Derek," he chanted, the word catching along with each shiver of pleasure that ran through him.
"Spencer," breathed Morgan, soft and low, and a tremor shook his whole body as he came.
"I'm here," said Reid, holding Morgan gently, letting their foreheads rest together. "I've got you."
Morgan relaxed against Reid, heedless for the moment of the mess they'd made, and a slow grin broke out over his features. "Yeah," he said, kissing Reid. "You do."
Title: Overcoming


text: Back in 2000 I believe it was, I was living in Provo, UT. Not a lot of good things came out of my six years of residing there. I did however manage to make some really good friends who to this day remain to be good friends. Kevin is one of them. Kevin and I played in a band for a few years, lived together, fought like brothers and did a lot of fishing/bbq'ing. He's now married and they're expecting their first child. He and Ashley just returned from their "pre-parental vacation" where they visited a few places in Europe. He sent me some photos last night that he captured in Stockholm at the Globe. From the beginning Kevin has been a big supporter of Zuriick and by supporter I mean he doesn't get his shit for free. Thanks Kevin.

subset: commoncrawl


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Physio Run Pilates
Pilates is the idea of a series of exercises done in a controlled manner in order to focus on muscle patterning and activating. It is a combination of strength, flexibility, control and relaxation/breathing exercises to address all aspect of fitness and health. Pilates focuses on developing key muscles in your glutes (bum muscles), lower back, shoulders and core muscles to give you optimal strength and stability.
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Call us on (02)9267 3775
$30 per 1 hour session
Morning and Lunch Time classes available *
Monday and Friday 7.30am – 8.30am
Wednesday 12.30pm – 1.30pm
* additional classes may be arranged on request
Our Physiotherapists are highly trained in all aspects of Sports Physiotherapy and Clinical Pilates. Our Physio led Pilates classes are expertly tailored Remedial Pilates classes.
The benefits of Physio run Pilates
- Improved flexibility
- Overall general increased strength
- Develop good muscle control and endurance
- Correct postural issues
- Train postural and stability muscles
- Core development and education
- Help with chronic lower back pain and postural neck/shoulder issues
- Improved sports performance especially running
Physio specific
- Large focus on client education
- Cater for injury specific rehab and individual needs, can always provide alternative exercises if you have an injury
- Variety of exercises
- Expert knowledge from our specifically Pilates trained physiotherapists
- Remedial Pilates and Physiotherapy – specific programs for your rehabilitation
- Long term support for prevention of future conditions
- Assurance that you will get the therapy you require for a full recovery
- Medical Centre location with medical pilates
Our class style
- Our classes are run in a circuit style class using a variety of equipment
- What do we use in the classes?
- Yoga mat – these exercises are done on the fllor using your body weight and gravity to provide resistance
- Reformer – the reformer has spring loaded resistance and a moveable carriage to provide the resistance
- Other equipment – Pilates power ring, swiss ball, theraband, medicine balls, foam roller
- We use a range of equipment to target all areas of the body and ensure a large variety of exercises
How are PhysiCo different?
- All classes taught by a specialised Pilates trained Physiotherapist
- Small class sizes for individual attention (max 4 people per class)
- Variety of exercises and equipment including Pilates reformer, power ring, theraband, medicine ball and foam roller
- Morning, lunchtime and private class (on request)
Who can come?
- Anyone will benefit from coming to our Pilates classes
- We cater for the following specific conditions: chronic lower back pain, hip or knee issues, postural issues, headaches and pre/post natal
- You don't have to be an existing client to come, our team will welcome you and recommend the best course for your therapy
How do I book and pay?
To book into a class call us on (02) 9267 3775. You pay for the class on the day and you have the option of paying for each individual class at $35 or buying a 10 pack for $300 ($30 per class). You can claim the classes on your private health insurance for a rebate depending on your level of cover. We also offer reduced BUPA rates for all classes as we are a BUPA preferred provider.


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30 years of the Skoda Favorit
Thursday March 2, 2017
1989, a year when Bros would boom out from every branch of HMV and Our Price and when people actually thought it was a good idea to go shopping in a purple shell suit. There was some good news, in the form of the latest Skoda import that might halt the tedious jokes about the marque that had inflicted television light entertainment for much of the 1980s. The Favorit is one of a select group of cars that genuinely deserves to be referred to as 'a watershed model'; not only was it the first front engine Skoda since the demise of the old Octavia in 1971 but the company's first ever FWD product and its last independent design before the VW takeover.
The Favorit made its debut in July 1987, after over four years of development that had to satisfy the government and the company's need for a car that would earn hard Western currency. For such a crucial model, Skoda commissioned one of the greatest PR films in advertising history. No true enthusiast could fail to be impressed by the winning combination of hair gel, synthesiser music and copious amounts of dry ice.
British sales commenced two years later and by that time the 130 Series Estelle and the Rapid Coupe had already gone some way towards alerting the marque's image. Dealers could boast of the new car's Porsche-designed front suspension and when Car tested a 136LX opposite a third-generation Ford Fiesta they noted that:
"The Favorit has an indefinable appeal, perhaps born of its characterful shape and low cost, which makes you prepared to forgive some of its faults. And none of its shortcomings are so bad as to be unacceptable."
The Skoda did indeed have its shortcomings, some found the construction felt exceedingly lightweight and the plastic interior seemed almost biodegradable, but for anyone who wanted a considerable bargain the Favorit was the ideal choice. Advertising campaigns asked 'who else offers 5 doors and 5 gears for under five grand', a reminder that in 1989 the Metro still had four-speed transmission. Better still for just £5,246, £200 less than the price of a bottom of the range Fiesta, the proud Skoda owner could have a top of the range Favorit with alloy wheels, a radio cassette player and, most hip of all, a glass sunroof as standard.
By 1989 standards, the Bertone styling already looked slightly dated, with its overtones of the Fiat Ritmo/Strada but, crucially, the Favorit did not look nearly as archaic as a contemporary FSO or Lada. It was also very easy to service at home, this was still a useful sales point in the late 1980s, reliable and very spacious. The hatchback was supplanted by the 'Forman' estate in 1990 and a pick-up truck in 1991.
In that same year, Skoda entered a 'joint-venture' partnership agreement with Volkswagen and in 1993 Favorit gained the Bosch fuel injected engines from the Polo Mk.2 and the Golf Mk.3, a somewhat more refined interior, and greatly enhanced build quality. In 1994 the Favorit was replaced by the VW-developed Felicia, with the estate continuing in production until 1995. By then the Skoda was as common a sight in any high street as groups of students under the delusion that they were the next Newman and Baddiel.
22 years on, the numbers of surviving UK-market Favorits are now down to a mere three figures, all reminders of the days of small car motoring sans ABS, airbags CD players and air conditioning. Its success was largely because, to use an old-fashioned phrase, it provided honest transport. As a further testament to the Favorit's impact, by the late 1990s 'Skoda jokes' were rarely heard outside of the holiday camp circuit. Today, a blue 1991 Favorit Forum Plus occupies a pride of place in the company's heritage fleet, and rightly so; this innocuous-looking hatchback was instrumental in changing the image of one of Europe's oldest car manufacturers.


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Jungle & Island
7-night, 8-day Jungle & Island Experience
Combine the best of the jungle and sea with a vacation that includes Chan Chich Lodge, the ultimate luxury jungle experience, and Turneffe Flats for an unparalleled opportunity for fishing, scuba, and island relaxation.
9% Government hotel tax, 12.5% General sales tax and service charge included.
*Please inquire about room upgrades, as well as additional tours at Chan Chich Lodge
Domestic travel to and from Chan Chich Lodge and Turneffe Flats are not included in the rates.
Contact for pricing
At Chan Chich we do not believe in charging Service Charges or including Tips in our billings. Gratuities are very welcomed, but only at your discretion.
Four nights at Chan Chich Lodge includes:
- Accommodation in garden cottage with 2 queen beds
- Full breakfast, lunch and dinner, daily
- Complimentary guided archeological, medicinal, and birding walks
- Night Walk
- Horseback Riding
- Canoeing
- Complimentary use of bicycles & Wifi
Three nights at Turneffe Flats include:
- Full breakfast, lunch and dinner daily
- Boat transfers to and from Belize City
- World class snorkeling
- Kayaking
- Exploring Turneffe Atoll for dolphins, rays, and manatees
Placencia Beach & Chan Chich Jungle
30% Off Chan Chich Jungle & 25% Off Placencia Beach
Incredible value you will not find anywhere else online! In this unique collaboration, guests will enjoy the white-sand beaches of Placencia and chic accommodations of The Ellysian, and then it's off to the exotic jungles at Chan Chich Lodge, the world's only eco-lodge set within a 3,000 year old Maya plaza.
Placencia has successfully managed to retain its old-world charm. Today locals still head out to sea every morning in small boats to bring in the daily catch, and visitors can meander along the village's 4,000-foot long "main street" that is a pedestrian-only sidewalk adorned with colorful murals and artwork. It also serves as the gateway to the southern reef, a mecca for maritime activities such as snorkeling, scuba diving, fishing, and sailing. Created by Kim Simplis Barrow – the First Lady of Belize – The Ellysian Boutique Hotel features plush suites with private verandas overlooking the Caribbean Sea. The limited number of suites at The Ellysian means that guests are afforded privacy and a higher standard of personalized service. Ideally located within the colorful village of Placencia, guests are immersed into an incomparably lush escape that is in walking distance to the very best of Placencia; no car, taxi, or golf cart necessary.
The sights and sounds of nature abound in Orange Walk, with over 400 species of birds recorded in this district, more so than anywhere else in the country. This exotic region is truly a birder's paradise. In addition to it's renowned Mayan ruins, you'll find the vast Río Bravo Conservation & Management Area and, further out still, the village of Gallon Jug and the ultra-exclusive Chan Chich Lodge. Set within a 3,000 year old Maya plaza and surrounded by 500,000 acres of conservation land, Chan Chich Lodge is noted as one of the world's best places to spot Jaguars, Pumas and Ocelots in their natural habitat. Chan Chich is also home to Belize's only coffee plantation and an agro-industry that has been utilising sustainable practices for over three decades.
Up to 30% Off Rack Rates
Welcome to The Ellysian!
Our offer to our valued guests…
3 Nights In A Garden View Suite Starting @ $675 US.
25% Off Low Season (May 1 – December 15):
- Regular Price USD $900 / Discounted Rate USD $675 + 19% tax & service fee
- $225 USD for each additional night + 19% tax & service fee
25% Off High Season (January 6 – April 30):
- Regular Price USD $1,125 / Discounted Rate USD $843.75 + 19% tax & service fee
- $280 USD for each additional night + 19% tax & service fee
Package Inclusions:
- Daily continental breakfast
- Complimentary in-room coffee
- Complimentary use of Wi-Fi, bicycles, kayaks & paddleboard
Welcome to Chan Chich Lodge!
Our offer to our valued guests…
3 Nights In A Garden Cottage Starting @ $588 US.
30% Off Low Season (May 1 – November 30):
- Family Cottage: $588 / 3 nights ($196 / night)
- Garden Cottage: $651 / 3 nights ($217 / night)
- Deluxe Cottage: $682.50 / 3 nights ($227.50 / night)
- Luxury Cottage: $1,060.50 / 3 nights ($353.50 / night)
20% Off High Season (December 1 – April 30):
- Family Cottage: $900 / 3 nights ($300 / night)
- Garden Cottage: $936 / 3 nights ($312 / night)
- Deluxe Cottage: $1,080 / 3 nights ($360 / night)
- Luxury Cottage: $1,560 / 3 nights ($520 / night)
Package Inclusions:
- Accommodation in a classic thatched roof cottage
- Full breakfast, daily
- Complimentary upgrade to the next category subject to availability
- Complimentary use of bicycles & Wi-Fi
- Complimentary round trip transfers from Gallon Jug air strip
*Domestic travel to and from Chan Chich Lodge and The Ellysian need to be quoted separately and are not included in this pricing.
**Reduced child rates, please enquire for pricing.
***Government tax is not included in this pricing.
**** Please note that this package cannot be booked from December 16 to January 5
Discovery Package Add-OnMany of our guests find our Discovery Package a great way to enjoy all that Chan Chich Lodge has to offer. Our Discovery Package rates are per person, per night and include:
- Daily breakfast, lunch & dinner (a la carte), as well as snacks.
- Belikin beer, bottled water, bottled juices, and soft drinks.
- 2 two-hour daytime treks (guided birding, medicinal plant, archaeology, or general nature walks).
- 1 two-hour daytime vehicle tour per day (Laguna Seca, Laguna Verde, The Escarpment, Gallon Jug Farm and Coffee Plantation, and Sylvester Village).
Discovery Package Rates:
Adult(12+): $125 per person, per day Child(6-11): $75 per child, per day
- Rates are in USD and subject to 12.5% GST.
- There is no Service Charge at Chan Chich Lodge. Chan Chich Lodge employees share any discretionary tips, which are appreciated for outstanding customer care.
- This option can be booked at time of check in.
Hideaways of Belize
7-night, 8-day Hideaways of Belize
Combine the two best hideaways of Belize with a stay at Chan Chich Lodge, the ultimate luxury jungle experience, and Victoria House for an unbelievably romantic island experience.
9% Government hotel tax, 12.5% General sales tax and service charge included.
*Please inquire about room upgrades, as well as additional tours at Chan Chich Lodge
Domestic travel between Chan Chich Lodge and Victoria House are not included in the rate. Pricing for transfers will vary depending on specific plan by road/boat or by air..
Contact for pricing
At Chan Chich we do not believe in charging Service Charges or including Tips in our billings. Gratuities are very welcomed, but only at your discretion.
Your stay at Chan Chich Lodge includes (3 or 4 nights):
- Accommodation in garden or deluxe cottage
- Welcome cocktail
- Complimentary bottle of wine
- Full breakfast, lunch and dinner, daily
- Belikin beer, Crystal water, juices, and soft drinks
- 2 guided daytime walks and 1 daytime vehicle tour per day, and 1 hour of horseback riding* (Adventure Day tours not included)
- Complimentary use of bicycles & Wifi
Your stay at Victoria House includes (3 or 4 nights):
- Accommodation in a casita or plantation room
- Ground transfer from the airstrip to Victoria House and back on check-out
- Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner (including a night in town)
- 1 day of golf cart use
- A full-day of snorkeling, fishing, and beach barbecue excursion
Visit Victoria House website at www.victoria-house.com


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Microsoft has acquired a messaging-app developer Wand Labs. Founded in 2013 by IIT-Delhi alumnus Vishal Sharma, California-based Wand Labs builds messaging technology for apps.
Wand Labs aims to strengthen its position in the emerging era of combining the power of human language with advanced machine intelligence. The acquisition builds on and extends the power of the Bing, Microsoft Azure, Office 365 and Windows platforms to empower developers everywhere.
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There are blogs all over the internet highly touting Fiona's Belgian Pears, and since I had a glut of pears, I decided to make some. Surely, they couldn't be as good as the raves, but good nonetheless. And I had LOTS of pears.
The first batch I made with small pears a neighbor gave me, and followed the recipe exactly. I posted about them here. Then, because they really were wonderful, but a bit too sweet and short of pear taste, I made a batch with the larger, sweeter pears, using just half a cup of sugar. They were sweet enough that I probably could have left out the sugar altogether. It was a small trial batch and made just one quart, with a dish of them left over for my dessert. They did not look nearly as caramelized as the ones from the original recipe but the taste was similar, just not overly sweet.
Feeling adventuresome, I got a bottle of plum wine and made another small batch, using 6 ounces of plum wine, 2 ounces of champagne vinegar, and again, no sugar. I was hoping the pears would take on a pretty pink color from the wine, but they did not. They were sweet, and had a subtle taste that must have been from the wine.
Next up, pears using red wine to poach... and twice wine as much as in the plum wine batch. With all the batches, none have had enough liquid to cover all the pears sufficiently in the jars. I also added almost a cup of sugar, 3 ounces of champagne vinegar, and 2 small cinnamon sticks.
I started turned them half an hour into the process so they would get evenly colored and cooked.
Somehow I didn't take a photo of the finished pears in the pan before I canned them, but here's a few on a plate. YUM!
So, here's a line-up of jars of the various Belgian Pears. Left to right: Original Recipe, Minimum sugar recipe, plum wine recipe, and finally red wine recipe.
Close-up of the pears in red wine on the right, my favorite of the bunch. YUM!


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...and of course, shrews, which are from Peru.
Everything ever in the world was invented/discovered in China, except, ironically, china which was first made in Shrewsbury.
...and of course, shrews, which are from Peru.
The first ever shrew caught on a TV camera was in the poorly dubbed childrens TV series Silas.
every member of zz top had a beard ,part from frank beard
Joanna Trollope, writer of pot boiling family (aga) sagas, is not a trollop.
Distant relative, & author of the Barchester Chronicles, Anthony Trollope, was, in his day, on the other hand, a notorious trollop.
What about Brian Cant?
Selfridges used to do exactly that.
The Mitsubishi Starion was meant to be called Stallion but it got lost in the translation.
In the UK, it is legal to walk a horse to water but illegal to make it drink.
True story.
Monkeys are the only other creature who legally have a right to vote in this country.
There are highly trained monkeys in our special forces, although it is not widely publicised.


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The Minnesota state boys high school tournament is exactly 4 weeks away, kicking off on Wednesday March 20 at Target Center and Williams Arena. Here's what might happen between now and then, and then.
Class 4A
First, who are the likely participants? Half of these are very hairy calls.
Section 1--Lakeville North gets the gift of assignment on an otherwise non-metro section. Why Lakeville North goes south and Lakeville South goes north is anybody's guess, but that's what it is. So Lakeville North 18-4, #9 QRF is a virtual shoo-in. Rochester John Marshall 17-5 #28 is next but Lakeville has won all 3 games with section foes by an average of 74-51.
Section 2--Eden Prairie 16-6 #7 is favored but Prior Lake 16-6 #14 and Jon Sobaski is a possibility. But EP won an early-season meeting between the 2 54-45.
Section 3--You can pencil in (no, on second thought, go ahead and use ink) Apple Valley 21-1 #1. As if having Tyus Jones isn't enough, the Eagles showed that they can win without him when he was out earlier this year with a back injury. Not that they'll have to (win without him), but his supporting talent is darn good.
Section 4--Woodbury 19-3 #4 is a slight favorite over Roseville 17-5 #5, with Tartan 19-3 #16 lurking. But the QRF reflects Tartan's weaker schedule, but a weaker schedule doesn't necessarily translate into a weaker team. I kinda like Tartan but this 1 is wide open.
Section 5--Wow. Osseo 20-2 #2 and Park Center 20-2 #3 will square off for this 1. A shame 1 will miss the big dance. They split 2 regular season meetings. Osseo is the defending state champ.
Section 6--Hopkins 18-4 #6 is the favorite but Edina 15-7 #8 is 3-1 in the section to Hopkins' (and Minnetonka's) 3-2. The Hornets started out 0-4 and 4-5 but are 12-2 since, including an OT win over the Royals. Graham Woodward has been one of Minnesota's best players the past month.
Section 7--Forest Lake's 3-point bombers are rated 1st despite an 8-14 record. Down section. I guess I'll hold out for a rep with a winning record. St. Francis 13-9 #47 would be that team.
Section 8--Wide open. Brainerd 20-1 #17 is the top-rated team in the section. They're also 8-1 in the section. Moorhead is 6-1 in the section. I kinda like Moorhead 13-7 #26. Brainerd and Moorhead split their season series.
They seed 1 through 5, then there's a random draw.
1. Apple Valley
2. Osseo
3. Eden Prairie
4. Lakeville North
5. Edina
First Round March 20 Target Center
10 a.m.--Apple Valley vs. Moorhead. Tyus Jones and company in a walk.
Noon--Lakeville North vs. Edina. Edina is the hotter team right now.
2 p.m.--Osseo vs. St. Francis. No contest.
4 p.m.--Eden Prairie vs. Tartan. Possible upset here, I'll go with Tartan.
Semi-Finals and After
Apple Valley and Osseo win easily. Apple Valley beat Osseo 74-71 earlier this year, and they'll win again. Still, should be a great game. Edina beats Tartan for 3rd.
C- Ian Theisen, Osseo
PF- Khare Kirkland, Tartan
SF- Aaron Lien, Moorhead
PG- Tyus Jones, Apple Valley
SG- Graham Woodward, Edina


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In a display of sheer contempt, almost every democratic member of the House Oversight Committee, walked out to avoid hearing testimony from the relatives of two slain Benghazi victims. This marks the lowest point in democratic scruples , since they booed God at their national convention. To their credit, Elijah Cummings, ranking member of the committee and Jackie Speier, remained.
Darrell Issa tweeted a picture of the nearly empty democratic section of the committee room.
Members who walked out include:
Carolyn Maloney
Danny Davis
Eleanor Holmes Norton
Gerald E. Connolly
Jim Cooper
John Tierney
Mark Pocan
Matt Cartwright
Michelle Lujan Grisham
Peter Welch
Stephen Lynch
Steven Horsford
Tammy Duckworth
Tony Cardenas
William Lacy Clay
The name that jumps out at you is Tammy Duckworth,D-WI, who ran for election, based on her military career and injuries.
The committee had convened to hear testimony by the parents of Sean Smith and Tyrone Woods, who ironically testified to the uncaring of the democratic administration and what they have described as stonewalling and outright lying in information disbursed by the Obama administration.
Perhaps they were ashamed of the way the have fought to cover up what really happened to these two brave young men. Naw, democrats never feel shame.


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Category Archives: quirk
readymade ruins
i live in popville
an adorable pop-up book to lift the spirits:>
i want to live here!:D
Popville by Anuouck Boisrobert, Louis Rigaud and Joy Sorman
Posted in publication, quirk
paper game
a real quirky one (i'm a sucker for useless things made from paper)..
and i couldn't even tell that the second one was also a paper model until i see the paper template OMGosh.
see more of their works here.
happy food
from chocolate editions.
curious collections
thanks to suzy for the link, i felt like i stumbled across gems. c'est jolie! series of hand-sewn objects carefully displayed in precious jars and wooden boxes, work of lyndie dourthe. do not ask me what they are for, is function all that important? they're lovely. curiously reminds me of joseph cornell's made-up worlds and donna ong's delicate constructions. i really feel like making the mushroom garden for charmaine.


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Click on the company names or product images to view their full profiles and product offerings on GlobalSources.com.SectionsFeatured suppliers with websites on GlobalSources.comOther featured suppliersFeatured suppliers with websites on GlobalSources.com Bat Trang KNK Co. LtdDenxinhQuang Phu IE Co. LtdFor other Vietnam gifts and premiums suppliers on GlobalSources.com, click here. Other featured suppliers: For contact details, click on the product image or company name. ArtexportHiep Phat Wood CraftsIndochina Co.Tuong Minh Craft Co. LtdOther suppliersPSP NotebookDPL CeramicsGolden Star HandicraftClick here for a listing of Vietnam gifts and premiums suppliers.Vietnam Sourcing: Gifts & premiums 2017 Supplier databaseThis is a database of 100 unverified Vietnam gifts and premiums suppliers gathered by our consultants from various online sources.#Company nameContact personOffice addressContact numbersCompany websiteEmailYear establishedProduct categories offered1A Dong RattanKeney Nguyen86/48a Pho Quang Street, Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-3845-7709 [email protected] Gifts and novelties2An Do Ceramics 148 Giang Cao Street, Bat Trang Commune, Gia Lam District, Hanoi, Vietnam84-24- 3874-4528http://ando-ceramics.com/[email protected] Gifts and novelties3Ann Handicraft JSCAn HoNumber 9, 376/56/41 Lane, Buoi Street, Vinh Phuc Ward, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi, Vietnam84-24-3792-0288http://www.globalsources.com 2009Promotional items4Art Craft Saigon 155 Bui Vien, Pham Ngu Lao, District 1 , Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-3836-7090http://www.artcraftsaigon.com[email protected] Gifts and novelties5Art Home Ceramics Company 141 Binh Duong Avenue, Binh Hoa Ward, Thuan An, Binh Duong, Vietnam84-274-6537-817 [email protected]2005Gifts and novelties6Artex Import Export Investment Corp. 33B Pham Ngu Lao, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Vietnam84-24- 6295-9059www.artex.com.vn[email protected] Gifts and novelties7Azurex GarmentsIvy Nguyen23/13A, Mai Lao Bang Street, 13 Ward, Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-93-8967-909www.azurecloths.com[email protected] Promotional items8Ban Mai Co. LtdCindy Linh19 Le Van Huu Street, Ha Noi, Vietnam84-24-3943-4839vietnamgarment.vn[email protected] Promotional items9Bat Trang KNK Co. LtdKhanh PhamNumber 8, Hamlet 3, Bat Trang, Gia Lam, Hanoi, Vietnam 84-24-3874-0073www.globalsources.com 2009Gifts and novelties10Big Alliance Co. LtdTiet Huu91 Nguyen Van Tien Street, Tan Phong, Bien Hoa, Dong Nai, Vietnam84-61-629-3830www.bigalliancevn.com[email protected]2007Gifts and novelties11Bobi Craft Co. LtdThuy Nguyen148 -150 Nguyen Dinh Chinh, Phu Nhuan District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-3842-3421www.bobicraft.com[email protected]2010Gifts and novelties, Promotional items12Caro Candles Co. Ltd 05/D7, Khuat Duy Tien Street, Thanh Xuan Bac, Thanh Xuan, Hanoi, Vietnam84-24-3998-3491carocandles.com[email protected]2010Gifts and novelties13Casalia JSCHuy DangCN10, Phu Nghia Industrial Zone, Chuong My, Hanoi, Vietnam84-123-6528-888www.casalia.vn[email protected]1995Promotional items14Ceramic World Co. LtdTien Lam3rd, Dong An Industrial Park, Thuan An, Binh Duong, Vietnam84-274-756-605 Gifts and novelties15Chung Dinh Co. LtdNgoc Nguyen105 B15, Mai Dong Street, Hoang Mai District, Hanoi, Vietnam84-90-3278-429http://chungdinh.vn Gifts and novelties16Craft Beauty Co. Ltd 337 Ngo Gia Tu, Long Bien, Hanoi, Vietnam84-24-3655-5144www.globalsources.com[email protected] Gifts and novelties17Cuong Phat Ceramic Co. Ltd 335-Km 12-QL13-Hung Dinh, Thuan An, Binh Duong, Binh Duong , Vietnam84-650-3822-969 [email protected] Gifts and novelties18Dai Phong Lan Ceramic Co. LtdHung Tran521 Le Hong Phong Street, Phu Hoa Ward, Thu Dau Mot City, Binh Duong, Vietnam84-61-885-6586www.dplceramics.com[email protected] Gifts and novelties19Denxinh LightingSon Pham139/40 Dinh Bo Linh Street, Ward 26, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam 84-28-3511-5207www.denxinh.com[email protected]; [email protected]2002Gifts and novelties20Doma Vina Co. LtdTan Vo107 Tran Minh Quyen Street, Ward 10, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-3833-7895 [email protected]2004Gifts and novelties, Promotional items21Dong and Ke Co. Ltd 114 / 20 To Ngoc Van Street, Thanh Xuan Ward, District 12, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-90-8344-055www.dongandke.com.vn[email protected]; [email protected] Gifts and novelties22Dong Gia EnterpriseMai Nguyen54 Nguyen Cu, Thao Dien Ward, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-6281-9826http://dong-gia.com/[email protected]2006Gifts and novelties23Dong Tam Pottery Fine Arts Export PTECuong Mai37 Khanh Hoi Village, Tan Phuoc Khanh Town, Tan Uyen District, Binh Duong, Vietnam84-274-361-2025www.dotapottery.com[email protected] Gifts and novelties24EcovinaAnh Ho41 Do Quang Dau, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-3811-2456www.ecovina.vn[email protected] Promotional items25Ekolob Handicrafts Co.Hau BuiBoi Khe Hamlet, Chi My Village, Phu Xuyen, Hanoi, Vietnam 84-28-3960-0829http://ekolob.manufacturer.globalsources.com[email protected]; [email protected]2010Gifts and novelties26Eurasia DécorHoi Tran101/70, HL 80B, Hamlet 4, Dong Thanh Village, Hoc Mon District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-3711-2834www.aualtd.com[email protected] Gifts and novelties27Europe Asia Co. Ltd B0-03, Splendor Building, 27 Nguyen Van Dung Street, Ward 6, Go Vap District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-2211-8286www.eurasia-decor.com[email protected] Gifts and novelties28Fagi CorporationTam Phan51 Dinh Tien Hoang Street, Da Kao, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-6257-6747www.phangiahy.com[email protected]2004Gifts and novelties29Galleria Di Immagini Co. LtdThao Le44 Truong Cong Dinh Street, Ward 14, Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-3949-3379www.globalsources.com[email protected]; [email protected]2011Gifts and novelties30Gia Long Trading & Service Co. LtdPhuong Tran12/11 Road 53, Pham Van Chieu, Ward 14, Go Vap District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-6278-2118www.thiepgialong.com[email protected]2003Gifts and novelties31Gia Nhien Co. Ltd C14 Ung Van Khiem Street, Ward 25, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-3511-6651gianhien.com[email protected] Gifts and novelties32Golden Star Handicraft 22/23 Hoang Minh Giam Street, Ward 9, Phu Nhuan District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-997-0037 [email protected]; [email protected]2001Gifts and novelties33Gom Viet Fine Art JSCThach Pham2A82 An Dong Plaza, 18 An Duong Vuong Street, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-6272-8837 84- 90-3749-722 [email protected]; [email protected]2007Gifts and novelties34Green CraftBinh HoangNumber 35 Lane 19 Lac Trung Street, Hai Ba Trung District, Hanoi, Vietnam84-24-3636-8006www.greencraft.vn[email protected]2006Gifts and novelties35Hai Phong Stationery JSC Hung Dao Ward, Duong Kinh District, Hai Phong, Vietnam84-313-634-001http://hps.vn/en/news/gioi-thieu/[email protected]2000Stationery36Handicraft And Art Articles Export-Import Corp.Tram Nguyen2A Pham Su Manh Street, Hanoi, Vietnam84-24-3826-6576www.artexport.com.vn/en[email protected]2010Gifts and novelties37HanoipieCrystal NgoNumber 75, Nguyen Xien Street, Thanh Xuan District, Hanoi, Vietnam84-24-6292-9933http://hanoipie.com/[email protected] Promotional items38Hiep Luc Coop 99A - Town 3 - Tan Hiep Ward, Bien Hoa Province, Dong Nai, Vietnam 84-24-6138-23112www.hiepluc-handicraft.com[email protected]1980sGifts and novelties39Hiep Phat Co, Ltd.Tien Tran12/1D, Le Loi Street, Hoc Mon District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-98-3222-299www.hiepphatwoodcrafts.com[email protected]1993Gifts and novelties40Hoa Tien Manufacture & Trading Co. Ltd D13/2 Tran Nao Street, Binh Khanh Ward, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-6264-6003http://hoatien.vn/[email protected]; [email protected] Gifts and novelties41Hoang Anh Gia Bao Co. LtdHoang HuynhNumber 40, Road Number 1, Tam Binh, Thu Duc, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-3507-3868www.atecbox.com[email protected]2000Gifts and novelties42Hoang Ha Garment Co. LtdHai Bui584 Le Duc Tho Street, Go Vap District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-5446-0269www.globalsources.com[email protected]1998Promotional items43Hoang PotteryTan Hoang195/28, D1 Street, Ward 25, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-62587748http://hoangpottery.com/ 2013Gifts and novelties44Hoang Viet Ceramic Pte. Ent. National Route Number 13, Thuan An District, Binh Duong, Vietnam 84-90-9787-979 [email protected]; [email protected] Gifts and novelties45Huong Dang Artistic Handicrafts & Lacquerwares Co. LtdVu DangNumber 204, C7A Quynh Mai Street, Quynh Mai, Hai Ba Trung, Hanoi, Vietnam84-24-3641-9559www.huongdanghandicraft.com/[email protected]2005Gifts and novelties46Indochina Creative Investment and Development JSCKelly HoangNumber 37, 121 Alley, Thai Ha Street, Dong Da District, Hanoi, Vietnam84-24-6266-2630www.viettimecraft.com/[email protected] Promotional items47Intercontinetial Investment Co. LtdTam LeLot 52-54, Street Number 2E, Vinh Loc, Industrial Zone, Binh Chanh, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-37656133http://intercontinetial.manufacturer.globalsources.com 2011Gifts and novelties48Jupiter Craft International Co. Ltd 42/9 Truong Dang Que Street, Go Vap District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-91-7568-686https://jcifactory.com/[email protected] Stationery49Khai Tri 361/19 Nguyen Dinh Chieu, Ward 5, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-3929-2553http://khaitri.org/[email protected] Stationery50Kim Hung Crafts E17, C3 Street, Tan Thoi Nhat Ward, District 12, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-6257 9777www.khcraft.com[email protected]2006Gifts and novelties51Kim Phat Handicrafts Manufacture and Export Co. Ltd Kim Son District, Ninh Binh, Vietnam84-30-3507-595www.kimphat.vn[email protected] Gifts and novelties52Kim Son Craft Co. LtdSon Vu126/15/1 Nguyen Van Tao Street, Hamlet 3, Long Thoi, Nha Be, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-6675-9291 [email protected]1993Gifts and novelties53KimboiCo. Ltd 87 Ter Tran Dinh Xu Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-3920-2201 [email protected] Gifts and novelties54Kinsei Vietnam Co. LtdTsutsumi HiroyukiD20/532K, Hamlet Number 4, Phong Phu Ward, Binh Chanh District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-3761-3084 [email protected] Promotional items55Lam Thanh PotteryHung Lam45 Hoa Sua, Phu Nhuan District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-3517-3828www.lamthanhpottery.com.vn[email protected] Gifts and novelties56Lavanto Co. Ltd 63 Ly Chinh Thang Street, Ward 8, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-3848-3045lavanto.net[email protected] Gifts and novelties57LD Vina Co. Ltd 9th Floor, Vietcomreal Building, 68 Nguyen Hue Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-6683-2482http://qualitymodelboat.com[email protected] Gifts and novelties58Lem Décor WorkshopPhuong Do16A Nguyen Binh Street, Nha Be, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-122-879-3966www.lemdecor.com[email protected]2012Gifts and novelties59Loi Hung Potteries Co. LtdDan Ly3/85 Binh Phu, Binh Chuan, Thuan An, Binh Duong, Vietnam 84-274-3717- 717www.lemdecor.com[email protected] Gifts and novelties60Mai Thanh Bao Co. Ltd 7/16/4 Linh Dong, Linh Dong Ward, Thu Duc District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-93-8201-291www.maithanhbao.com[email protected] Gifts and novelties61Manh Dan Ceramic Co. Ltd 216 Giang Cao, Bat Trang, Gia Lam, Hanoi, Vietnam84-24-3874-5650www.manhdanceramic.com.vn[email protected]2007Gifts and novelties62Mekong Delta Export and Import Co. Ltd Number 6, Lane 1, Au Co, Tay Ho, Hanoi, Vietnam 84-24-7171-233www.mekongzone.vn[email protected] Gifts and novelties63Minh Long I Co. Ltd 333, Hung Dinh, Hung Loc, Thuan An, Binh Duong, Vietnam84-274-3668-899www.minhlong.com[email protected] Gifts and novelties64Minh Phat CeramicsThanh NguyenThuan Giao Ward, Thuan An District, Binh Duong, Vietnam84-274-3747-308www.minhphatceramics.com[email protected] Gifts and novelties65Minh Tam Ceramic Co. LtdHung TranNumber 134 Dong Ba Hamlet, Cau Ong, Bo, Lai Thieu Ward, Thuan An, Binh Duong, Vietnam 84-274-3757-946www.globalsources.com 2001Gifts and novelties66Nam Hoa Trading and Production Corp.An Ho121 Xo Viet Nghe Tinh Street, Binh Thanh, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-3711-2054www.namhoatoys.com[email protected]1993Gifts and novelties67Nam Son Ha Co. LtdSoan BuiE3/73A Da Phuoc Ward, Binh Chanh District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-3778-1206www.namsonha.com[email protected]1999Gifts and novelties68Ngoc Dong Ha NamNam DangNgoc Dong Industrial Zone, Hoang Dong Commune, Duy Tien District, Ha Nam, Vietnam84-351-3835-494 [email protected]1988Gifts and novelties69Ngu Nam Phat Company 261B/2, KP 8A, Tan Bien Ward, Bien Hoa City, Dong Nai, Vietnam84-251-3980-098ngunamphat.com[email protected] Gifts and novelties70Ninrio Co. LtdNam NgoNumber 4, Lane 162/32 Khuong Trung Street, Thanh Xuan District, Hanoi, Vietnam84-24-6682-0196www.linecrafts.com[email protected] Promotional items71Phuc Tran Co. Ltd - Coco Handicraft - Coconut HandicraftPhuong Do16A, Nguyen Binh Street, Nha Be District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-1228793966 84- 914867293www.vietnampottery.net[email protected]2012Gifts and novelties72PSP Notebook 103 Lang Ha, Dong Da, Hanoi, Vietnam84-24-3562-6622 [email protected] Promotional items73PTN Manufacturing Trading Co. Ltd (HAWARESIN)Kim Dinh24/13 Thu Khoa Huan, 1 District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-3938-1474 [email protected] Gifts and novelties74Quang Phu Co.Anh Thieu011 My Hung, Nguyen Van Linh Street, Phu My Hung, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-91-3909-104http://qphandbag.com/en/[email protected] Promotional items75Royal Interior Co. Ltd 71 Nguyen An Ninh, Hoang Mai, Hanoi, Vietnam84-24-3984-2710http://vietnamcrafts.com/[email protected] Gifts and novelties76Sai Gon Phu Thanh Garment Manufacturing Co. Ltd A1/31 Q1, Hamlet 1, Vinh Loc A Village, Binh Chanh District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-6673-3258http://polosaigon.vn/lien-he[email protected] Promotional items77SB Papercraft CompanyChuc NguyenMai Dich, Cau Giay, Hanoi, Vietnam84-168-9936-804http://artborne.manufacturer.globalsources.com[email protected] Promotional items78Seatex 236/6 Ma Lo Street, Binh Tan District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84 -28-6680-5157http://seatex.com.vn/eng[email protected] Promotional items79Sinh Loc Phat Corporation (Silopcorp) VietnamHanh Doan11B3 Ha Huy Giap Street, Thanh Xuan, Thanh Xuan, District 12, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-3701-6766www.silopcorp.vn[email protected]2007Gifts and novelties80Tam Long Craft Co. Ltd Number 88, 17th Street, Linh Chieu Ward, Thu Duc District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-6257-8046tamlongcraft.com[email protected]2000Gifts and novelties81Thanh Dat CompanyHien Bui261B/2, KP 8A, Tan Bien Ward, Dong Nai, Bien Hoa, Vietnam84-61-3980-098www.ngunamphat.com[email protected]1994Gifts and novelties82Thanh Hoa Printing Co. Ltd Number 7 14th Road, Singapore II-A, Vinh Tan, Tan Uyen, Binh Duong, Vietnam84-650-3801-172www.thyong.com[email protected] Gifts and novelties83Thien Thuong Antique Sailing Boat 1128, 31E Street, Lot C, An Phu Ward, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-62818105http://handicraftvn.com/[email protected]2001Gifts and novelties84Thinh Dat International JSCLong Pham87 Tay Son, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi, Ha Noi Province, Vietnam84-24-2212-2061www.globalsources.com 2003Gifts and novelties85Thinh Vuong International Investment JSCJulia Mai124, Street D2, Nam Long Villa Village, Phuoc Long B Ward, District 9, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-6280-4480 Gifts and novelties86Thygesen Textile Vietnam Co. LtdAngela MaiNgoc Da Village, Tan Quang Commune, Van Lam District, Hung Yen, Vietnam84-321-3791-677www.thygesen.com.vn[email protected] Promotional items87Tia Sang Co. Ltd 31-DC4, N3 KCN An Thanh, Thuan An District, Binh Duong Province, Vietnam84-274-3945-566tiasangco.com[email protected] Gifts and novelties88Tohe JSCAnh DUONG2nd floor, Indichina Plaza, 241 Xuan Thuy Street, Cau Giay District, Hanoi, Vietnam84-24-3775-4230www.tohe.vn[email protected]2007Gifts and novelties89Tran Duc Co. LtdTrung TranNumber 71 Hue Street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Vietnam 84-24-3944-8122www.globalsources.com[email protected]2008Gifts and novelties90Tubon Co. Ltd 166/8/7 Ho Van Cong Street, Block 5, Tuong Binh Hiep Commune, Thu Dau Mot City, Binh Duong, Vietnam84-274--3825-654www.tb44.com[email protected] Gifts and novelties91Tuong Minh Craft Company 315/10 Phan Xich Long Street, Ward 3, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-6652-2809http://tuongminhcraft.com/[email protected] Stationery92TVP Garment JSCJustin LEE28, Number 1 Street, Sadeco Phuoc Kien A Residential Zone, Nha Be District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-903-304-455http://dff.fit/[email protected]2009Promotional items93Viet My New Tech Corp 66/4 KP Binh Giao, Ward Thuan Giao, Binh Duong, Vietnam84-91-8208-690 [email protected] Gifts and novelties94Viet Nam Craft JSC 05 Nguyen Trai Street, Thanh Xuan District, Hanoi, Vietnam84-24-3552-5234www.vinacraft.com.vn[email protected] Promotional items95Viet Nam Pottery JSC Suite 3, 18th Floor, Bitexco Financial Tower, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-91-9935-711www.vietnampottery.net[email protected] Gifts and novelties96Viet Style Handicrafts Corporation 80/5 Street 38, Hiep Binh Chanh Ward, Thu Duc District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-98-2476-306http://www.vietstylehandicrafts.com[email protected] or [email protected] Gifts and novelties97Viet Style Manufacturing and Trading Co. LtdHa Thanh28/14 Nguyen Tu Gian Street, Ward 12, Go Vap District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-2216-8680http://mauviet.com.vn[email protected] Gifts and novelties98Vietnam Handicraft Co. Ltd 1/194 Nguyen Trai, Thanh Xuan, Hanoi, Vietnam84-24-6682-0188http://vietcraft.vn[email protected] Gifts and novelties99Vietnam Top Vision Industries Co. LtdEllen NguyenLot 16 -18 Linh Trung Export Processing Zone, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam84-28-3896-8437www.globalsources.com[email protected]1996Gifts and novelties100Vinh Phuoc Coop Co. Ltd Block 17, Ninh Hiep Ward, Ninh Hoa Town, Khanh Hoa, Vietnam84-583-844-282http://vinhphuoccoop.com/[email protected]1978Gifts and noveltiesVietnam Sourcing: Gifts & premiums 2017 Industry overview Vietnam Sourcing: Gifts & premiums 2017• Gifts & novelties • Stationery • Promotional itemsThis section discusses key issues affecting export manufacturers in Vietnam, offering insight into industry composition and important supply centers.SectionsHighlightsExportsCompetitive advantagesChallengesIndustry compositionVietnam gifts & premiums suppliersChartsSupplier locations map Vietnam's exports of gifts & premiumsCompetitive advantagesChallengesIndustry compositionIn the first eight months of 2017, Vietnam exported about $5.8 billion worth of paper, wooden, ceramic, bamboo and rattan products.Exports of handbags, purses, suitcases, headgear and umbrellas during the same period exceeded $2.2 billion.Key destinations included the US, EU member countries, Japan, South Korea and China.The country has a diverse pool of artisans, including weavers and lacquer artsts.The variety of natural materials that can be sourced domestically is another advantage.Suppliers also benefit from government and nongovernmental initiatives supporting exporters and SMEs.Rising labor costs threaten the industry's price competitiveness.The need to comply with international standards is putting additional pressure on margins.Price competition and rising costs leave SMEs limited funds to invest in product development and other marketing activities.Small and midsize enterprises account for the majority of the industry.Small companies employ fewer than 100 people.Exporters usually have offices in the cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi MinhVietnam's diverse selection of gifts and premiums continues to expand as suppliers leverage their access to skilled artisans and diverse natural materials to create products featuring motifs from other countries, as well as the local culture. Products covered in this report include craft gifts and novelties, stationery, and promotional shirts, caps and bags.Exports Customs does not specifically track exports of gifts and premiums, but statistics for general product lines indicate that overseas sales are on an upward trend.In the first eight months of 2017, the country sent abroad about $5.8 billion worth of paper, wooden, ceramic, bamboo and rattan products, according to preliminary data from the General Department of Customs, Ministry of Finance of Vietnam. This represents an increase of approximately 12 percent year over year.Exports of handbags, purses, suitcases, headgear and umbrellas during the same period rose 5 percent year over year to exceed $2.2 billion. The value of textiles and garments sent abroad went up 8 percent year over year, reaching nearly $16.9 billion.The major importers of the above-mentioned products included the US, Japan, South Korea, China and EU member countries.Several suppliers expect sales to increase at double-digit rates this year, as they have received larger orders from existing customers in addition to those from new clients.Competitive advantages One of the factors that have propelled the growth of Vietnam's gifts and premiums industry is the country's diverse pool of artisans. Found within the country's more than 1,500 traditional craft villages are skilled bamboo and rattan weavers, lacquer and pottery artists, and people capable of intricate embroidery.Suppliers typically hire workers from these villages. A number of exporters also subcontract the manufacturing of noncore products to smaller factories in these villages.The variety of natural materials that can be sourced domestically is another advantage of the industry. Clay, bamboo, rattan and seagrass are just among the locally sourced inputs used in the production of handcrafted fashion accessories, tableware and home decor.Suppliers of gifts and premiums also benefit from government and nongovernmental initiatives supporting exporters and SMEs. At several exhibitions, for instance, booths can be sponsored partially by the government or associations.Vietnam's bilateral and multilateral trade agreements also support the growth of the gifts and premiums industry. These deals facilitate entry into overseas markets, as well as the importation of necessary inputs and equipment.As a member of the ASEAN, it has signed free trade agreements (FTAs) with China, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand, India and Japan. It also has bilateral FTAs with Japan, Chile and South Korea, all of which are in force.Among the country's more recent trade deals include those with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), which took effect in October 2016. The EU-Vietnam FTA (EVFTA), negotiations of which concluded in 2015, is expected to take effect in 2018.In June 2017, Vietnam's National Assembly passed the Law on Support for Small- and Medium-Sized Enterprises. Under the SME Law, which will take effect in 2018, qualified SMEs will be entitled to a lower corporate income tax rate and other incentives.Challenges Amid intense price competition in the industry, increases in production costs puts Vietnam products at a disadvantage compared with those from China and other low-cost hubs. Labor-related expenses, for one, have been on an upward trend in recent years.Current minimum wages in Vietnam's various regions are up more than 7.3 percent from 2016 levels. In 2018, rates are expected to increase an average of 6.5 percent, if the proposed wage increase is approved. This means increases in related expenses such as social and health insurance payments.The necessity of complying with international standards is putting additional pressure on suppliers' resources, as this means spending for product testing and certification, and staff training. More buyers are requiring suppliers in Vietnam to conform with international standards amid greater social awareness among consumers. Further, several buyers are requiring their suppliers to not only meet regulations governing products but those concerning social accountability and environmental management.Besides pushing prices upward and threatening price competitiveness, cost increases make it difficult for SMEs — with their limited financial resources — to attract buyers by offering longer payment terms.To avoid engaging in direct price competition, some companies are investing in the development of differentiated products. Most suppliers, however, have limited funds to invest in market research, product development and promotional activities.Industry composition Small and midsize companies dominate Vietnam's gifts and premiums industry, especially in the handicraft sector.Companies turning out fewer than 25,000 pieces monthly are small operations. These suppliers have fewer than 100 permanent employees, and their factories are less than 2,000sqm. Annual sales of these manufacturers typically do not exceed $1.5 million.Midsize companies can have up to 200 full-time workers, and their manufacturing facilities can cover up to 6,000sqm. These suppliers can produce up to 130,000 pieces each month, while their annual sales can reach $4 million.Makers with larger workforces and factories can produce more than 130,000 pieces monthly, and their annual sales exceed $4 million.For craft gifts, the Red River Delta, Mekong Delta, South Central Coast and the Southern regions of Vietnam are the main production hubs. Exporters usually have offices in the cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh. A number have production facilities within these areas or in nearby locations.Supplier locations map The highlighted areas on the map show the locations of the Vietnam gifts and premiums suppliers included in the database gathered by our consultants. Vietnam Sourcing: Gifts & premiums 2017 Product features Vietnam Sourcing: Gifts & premiums 2017• Gifts & novelties • Stationery • Promotional itemsThis section offers information on how trends in materials, design and manufacturing are impacting prices offered by Vietnam gifts and premiums suppliers.Buyers can also learn more about the materials used and the common price ranges of certain designs.SectionsHighlightsMaterials & designsManufacturing & QCPricingPrice guideVietnam gifts & premiums suppliersMaterials & designsManufacturing & QCPricingMany companies are expanding their selections of handcrafted designs, especially those made of natural and eco-friendly materials.Natural materials such as bamboo and rattan are sourced domestically.Paper and cardstock for notebooks and greeting cards are usually imported.Lacquer work is usually done manually.Laser-cutting machines are used in the production of greeting cards, but assembly is done manually.Production of promotional shirts, caps and bags is generally mechanized.Prices vary based mainly on how labor-intensive production of the model is and the materials adopted.Polyresin figurines, stationery and promotional bags are widely available for less than $2.Quotes are expected to remain stable in coming months.Materials & designs Vietnam suppliers offer a wide range of craft gifts, novelties, stationery and promotional items. Most add new designs to their selections monthly.Across the various categories, many companies are expanding their selections of handcrafted designs. Demand for such products remain high, especially those made of natural and environment-friendly materials.In terms of shapes, trims and embellishments, the trend is for designs that depict figures, landmarks and other elements popular in overseas markets. Recent releases also include designs with abstract or novelty structures, in contrast to traditional products that often depict floral and religious themes.Gifts & novelties: Handcrafted figurines, vases and other home furnishings featuring a lacquer finish remain popular. These include articles made of bamboo, rattan, MDF and clay. For more information about the traditional lacquerware from Vietnam, click here.Makers typically import MDF from China or Malaysia. For rattan products, makers source their requirements from the provinces of Lao Cai, Yen Bai, Bac Giang, Quang Ninh, Hoa Binh, Nghe An, Ha Tinh, Quang Binh and Quang Tri.Clay for ceramic products can be obtained from suppliers in Binh Duong, Quang Ninh, Hai Duong, Phu Tho, Yen Bai, Lao Cai, Hue and Da Lat provinces. Raw materials for the glaze, however, are often imported.Handwoven bags are also popular offerings. These are usually made of palm leaves, bamboo, jute and other natural materials that are available locally. Seagrass, for instance, is obtained from the provinces of Tien Giang and Thanh Hoa. Bamboo is available in several provinces, including Hoa Binh and Thanh Hoa in the north.For more information about bags from Vietnam, click here.Stationery: Stationery makers offer notebooks that are stitched, glued, stapled, ring-bound and spiral-bound designs. The inner sheets are usually made of paper ranging from 55 to 120gsm, while the cover is typically cardstock or hard cardboard. Journal notebooks and organizers with PU leather covers are also available.Greeting cards for various occasions are also available from the sector. Models can also be customized to serve as promotional material. In terms of style, the selection includes aperture cards, pop-up types, and folded designs with quilled patterns.Models are made of cardstock ranging from 180 to 250gsm. Many stationery manufacturers use imported paper and cardstock, usually from South Korea, Italy and Japan.Mass-produced and handmade models may come with pop-up images, paper filigree, cutouts and other embellishments. Recent releases include pop-up cards featuring well-known landmarks such the Arc de Triomphe and Eiffel Tower in Paris, and the Honmyō-ji in Kumamoto, Japan.Promotional items: Among the promotional items that can be sourced from Vietnam are ball caps, bags and shirts.For ball caps, the selection includes fitted and adjustable designs with five or six panels. Models feature printed, embroidered or embossed logos or patterns.Promotional bags are usually totes or drawstring types, but a number of suppliers also offer backpacks, cosmetic bags, cooler bags and other styles. T-shirts, meanwhile, remain the popular choice in terms of garments to be used as promotional items.Cotton and polyester are popular raw material options across these product lines. Bag manufacturers also offer models in nylon, and nonwoven and woven PP.Cotton canvas, as well as nonwoven and woven PP, are often procured from vendors in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh. For T-shirts, cotton and polyester textiles are sourced from suppliers in Vietnam or imported from mainland China, Taiwan and South Korea.In line with the trend for eco-friendly designs, jute, palm leaves and bamboo are being adopted in promotional bags as well. Styles are typically simpler compared with versions that are positioned as fashion bags.Manufacturing & QC Among makers of lacquerware, a well-known type of craft gift from Vietnam, most create models made of wood, bamboo or MDF in-house. Formation of ceramic pieces, on the other hand, are typically subcontracted to small workshops specializing in the products but application of the lacquer is done in-house.Polishing, stenciling of the artwork and painting of the lacquer are often done manually. Production can take more than 100 days depending on the complexity of the design, the size of the piece and the number of lacquer coatings. QC of lacquerware includes ensuring that the shape and color of the piece are correct, that there are no cracks and that the surface is smooth.For greeting cards, cardstock is cut to specifications using laser-cutting machines. The card, the patterns and other components are then assembled by hand. Production of notebooks, on the other hand, is generally mechanized.Similar, the creation of promotional textile products such as bags, ball caps and shirts is mechanized. Makers typically perform cutting, sewing, printing and embroidery using equipment from mainland China, Taiwan, Japan or South Korea.Most processes are done in-house, although some companies subcontract sewing to other factories when they receive orders larger than their current capacity. Suppliers also sometimes subcontract the printing and embroidery of logos and other patterns if they do not specialize in such processes.Manufacturing lead time for stationery and promotional items typically range from 30 to 45 days.Products undergo quality checks during and after manufacturing, with specifications checked against buyer specifications. For many manufacturers, this means meeting EU's EN 14362 standards for textiles and the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive. EU and US standards on toy safety are also among the guidelines typically followed.Small and midsize companies usually have three to eight QC inspectors. A number of suppliers follow ISO 9001 guidelines. There are also large makers certified compliant with ISO 14001 and SA 8000.Pricing Prices vary based mainly on how labor-intensive production of the model is and the materials adopted. Quotes have generally remained stable in the past 12 months. Significant price adjustments are not expected in coming months since raw material costs are stable.For gifts and novelties, polyresin figurines up to 60mm tall are widely available for less than $1. Models typically depict animals, people or religious figures.Lacquered, handcrafted vases made of bamboo or ceramic that are up to 45cm in height go for less than $10. Taller and larger pieces with mother-of-pearl inlay are more expensive.For stationery, composition notebooks with spiral or perfect binding and cardstock covers can be bought for less than $1. Higher up the price range in stationery are leather folders and planners with leather covers. Organizers featuring PU leather and hard cardboard covers are priced at least $2.Handmade greeting cards featuring quilled paper or pop-up designs are offered for less than $2. Models for birthdays and other occasions are available.Buyers looking for promotional items can find tote bags and ball caps for less than $2. Mugs in this price range come in melamine or ceramic.Price guidePrice guide: Handcrafted vasesLess than $10Narrow neck; ceramic; mother-of-pearl inlay; lacquer finish; up to 45cm tall$10 to $15Narrow or flared neck; ceramic or coiled bamboo; lacquer finish; up 60cm tallMore than $15Narrow or flared neck; ceramic or spun bamboo; mother-of-pearl inlay; lacquer finish; more than 60cm tallClick image to enlarge. Price guide: Notebooks & organizersLess than $1Laptop bag, portfolio or briefcase; 900d polyester or PU leather; 200d polyester lining; zipper closure or front flap with buckle; detachable and adjustable shoulder strap$1 to $2Composition or journal notebook; spiral or perfect binding; more than 100 pages of 75 to 85gsm paper; PU leather cover; hot-stamped, debossed or embossed logo/pattern; A4 to A7 sizeMore than $2Journal notebook or organizer; spiral, ring or perfect binding; more than 100 pages made of 75 to 85gsm paper; PU leather and hard cardboard cover; debossed or embossed logo/pattern; strap or zipper closure; A4 to A7, or B5 to B7 sizePrice guide: Promotional bagsLess than $0.50Tote bag; nonwoven or woven PP; glossy or matte lamination; gravure-printed logo/pattern$0.50 to $1Drawstring or tote bag; cotton canvas; silk-screened, heat-transferred or offset printed logo/patternMore than $1Drawstring or tote bag; jute or cotton canvas; silk-screened, heat-transferred or embroidered logo/patternVietnam Sourcing: Gifts & premiums 2017 PDF download Vietnam Sourcing: Gifts & premiums 2017✓New products✓Valuable market intelligenceClick on the download button to get a PDF copy of the full report, which contains the following:Suppliers & products SectionsFeatured suppliers with websites on GlobalSources.comOther featured suppliersIndustry overviewSectionsHighlightsExportsCompetitive advantagesChallengesIndustry compositionVietnam gifts & premiums suppliersChartsSupplier locations mapProduct featuresSectionsHighlightsMaterials & designsManufacturing & QCPricingPrice guideVietnam gifts & premiums suppliersVietnam gifts & premiums suppliersVietnam gifts & premiums 2017 supplier database