Say Farewell to summer with Beatriz Ball's statement coastal melamine! Perfect for outdoors by the pool or on the patio or even down on the pier!
Beach house ready! Inspired by the artistry of Nature and designed by the award-winning Beatriz Ball, this striking white bowl is a sculptural interpretation of the scallop shell. With the substance, weight and appearance of ceramics, the VIDA Ocean Shell Large Bowl (White) is composed of luxury melamine and is designed for everyday ...
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Beatriz Ball hopes you have a wonderful time celebrating the Fourth of July. Whether staying home by the pool, grilling on the patio, or celebrating at the beach, Beatriz Ball's luxury melamine is the perfect serveware for all your weekend gatherings!
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Fruits include essential nutrients for our health, plus they are delicious! Bring in the garden theme with this beautifully woven organic bowl made of organic vines. It features natural rustic colors and is suitable for bohemian, beach, and contemporary homes. It includes a fitted 9" 2.5 qt glass bowl that enhances your fruit or food display while also emphasizing the basket's distinctive weaving made from natural vines. This beautiful selection celebrates the extraordinary woman in your ...
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Spring is in the air and Beatriz Ball's Bamboo is a best-selling trend this season. Discover the beauty of bamboo with our Signature Metal & Thanni Collections
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How Shop Local helps 2 retailers rank on page 1 of Google in Delaware
April 4, 2024
Indie stores have the best chance of ranking highly in Google when they use Shop Local. Merchants know this because of their page 1 rankings and how they beat big-box stores in search tests, such as for Delaware results.
These Shop Local retailers located in Delaware appear on page one of Google due to their Shop Local Store:
How Shop Local helps South Carolina retailers get sales leads
March 13, 2024
Indie stores have the best chance of ranking highly in Google when they use Shop Local. Merchants know this because of their page 1 rankings and how they beat big-box stores in search tests, such as for South Carolina results.
These Shop Local retailers located in South Carolina appear on page one of Google due to their Shop Local Store:
This collection has us ready for all things warm and to celebrate la dolce vita.
With swimsuits and snorkels, flipflops and sea life, these handpainted designs capture the joy and warmth of an Italian beach, and will make all of your gatherings feel like a long-awaited and well-deserved vacation. ๐โ๏ธ
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We love this trend!
Start thinking spring and setting the Easter table with this classic design style.
An updated classic, the Bamboo serving pieces and candlestick holders in a champagne gold tone are distinguished by naturalistic details, expert craftsmanship and stately proportions. Guaranteed to add a luxe look to any space, the bamboo pieces are a standout! Add a touch of Palm Beach glamour to your dining table this spring.
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I often describe flatware as jewelry for the table, the accent that gives table settings a special flair.
Of course, unlike jewelry, flatware is essential. Used everyday, whether to savor a quick snack or enjoy a thoughtfully prepared meal, you put a spoon or fork in your mouth more often throughout the day than your toothbrush. For nearly two decades, I have worked in the metals division at Lifetime Brands, so I fully understand that choosing flatware relies on many factors. Our team has done ...
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It’s hard to believe that MEPRA’s sophisticated technicolor collection FANTASIA is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year because its incandescent chromatic complexion is as fresh today as its 1989 debut.
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The brilliantly-hued fantasia comes from the Italian silversmiths Mepra, post-war business founded in 1947 by the Prandelli family, four generations fashioning flatware in the industrial Lumezzane Valley, about 90 minutes east of Milan. ...
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Designer Don Estabrooks just may have the most compelling flatware portfolio ever. The longtime Towle Silversmiths designer joined the company in the mid-’60s and has created hundreds of flatware patterns in an almost six-decade (and counting) tenure.
Perhaps his greatest achievement is Wave, which debuted in 2004 to rousing fanfare and has been at the top of the charts ever since. Chris Wile, another longstanding staffer (33 years), is president of Lifetime Brands/Metals (which owns ...
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Mother nature perfected him and now Herend's artists have immortalized the famous little shorebird often found darting along the water's edge doing his memorable bobbing dance. With stilt-like legs designed for standing in water and a long beak ideal for digging for coastal creatures, the sandpiper is a common presence along beaches (but can actually be found anywhere with water). In the hands of Herend's artists, the sandpiper makes his debut in dramatic fashion from his striking coloration to ...
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The VIDA Acrylic Ice Bucket is a clear winner for summer entertaining! Rendered in crystal clear acrylic, it is a stunning addition on a bar cart, and adds a striking, modern dimension to your home. The generous ice bucket is great for chilling wine out on the back patio and ideally suited for indoor and outdoor entertainment!
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Nothing is more calming than the sound of the ocean, the smell of the salty air and a soft breeze blowing, which is why décor inspired by beach life continues to be a popular décor trend!
The marvelously versatile two-part Aruba Chip and Dip features a surface resembling rippling sands, and is ideal for serving iced shrimp and cocktail sauce or other shoreline favorites.
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The summer of 2023 should be dedicated to enjoying meals outdoors, and we have just what you need to make it happen. Our melamine and acrylic dinnerware collections are perfect for taking from the pool to the beach and beyond. ๐
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Summer is a celebration of outdoor pleasures: the warmth of a setting sun, the zest of citrus in your cocktail, waves crashing on the beach. Embrace the vacation state of mind no matter where you are with these essential warm weather elements.
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What Crocs can teach us about gaining new customers and keeping them happy.
May 15, 2023
About 15 years ago, I bought a pair of Crocs sandals in Myrtle Beach, SC. Not only were they hot pink, but the insole was traffic cone orange. My buddies hated them, but oddly others loved them. The sandals were affordable (maybe $20), comfortable, and a conversation starter.
According to last week’s The New York Times' profile on Crocs, I’m one of tens of millions of happy Crocs owners. This happiness is profitable: