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September 18, 2023 Amazon closes physical shops
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Amazon closes physical shops
September 18, 2023
The Wall Street Journal gives us an update on Amazon’s plans, ranging from stores, hardware, health care, and logistics.  The article shares that Amazon has closed all of its bookstores and 4-star stores. 

Read the full article: 
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September 15, 2023 Add Texture To Your Home
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Add Texture To Your Home
September 15, 2023
Add some texture to your home with trendy textiles and bamboo trim. The grasscloth texture of our NEW Mallorca Bamboo 5x7 Frame and the hand-sculpted texture of our Bamboo 4x6 Frame compliment each other perfectly and are ready to be showcased in your home. Add even more texture with our Sip Sip Wave Crystal Clear Stemless Glasses - featuring hand-blown glass waves throughout the glass. View Post
September 14, 2023 Beatriz Ball’s ORGANIC PEARL Nova Bowls Shine Brightly
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Beatriz Ball’s ORGANIC PEARL Nova Bowls Shine Brightly
September 14, 2023
In the field of astronomy, “nova” refers to a star that suddenly becomes thousands of times brighter and then gradually fades to its original intensity. In the realm of tableware, an ORGANIC PEARL Nova bowl from Beatriz Ball shines brightly always.

Rimmed in sparkling metallic beads, enhanced by richly organic surfaces--and some featuring flirty curves--ORGANIC PEARL Nova bowls embody good design ... with unmistakable Beatriz Ball flair.Equally at home with your casual dinnerware ...
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September 14, 2023 Michael Aram Pomegranate Collection At Glassworks!
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Michael Aram Pomegranate Collection At Glassworks!
September 14, 2023
Fascinating table settings make for unforgettable moments. Make your celebrations memorable this year with Michael Aram's Pomegranate collection. Stop in at the Shadyside store to see the collection.
Glassworks wishes those who celebrate Rosh Hashanah a Happy & Healthy New Year! Whether for your own table or your host's, let these beautiful symbols of the season make your New Year even sweeter.

Click here to shop for Michael Aram's Pomegranate Collection on this website.


 
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September 14, 2023 William Yeoward Joins Our Brand Syncing Service
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William Yeoward Joins Our Brand Syncing Service
September 14, 2023
We're pleased to share that William Yeoward Crystal is joining the Brand Syncing service.

A leader in the tabletop & gift industry, William Yeoward Crystal, is joining in order to support its independent retailers.  

Since its founding in 1995, William Yeoward Crystal has grown into a leading, global, lifestyle brand offering:
  • Crystal Stemware
  • Decorative Accessories & Barware
  • Bone China Dinnerware
  • Silverplate & Sterling Silver Flatware
  • Home decor 
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September 14, 2023 Rosh Hashanah Entertaining
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Rosh Hashanah Entertaining
September 14, 2023
Whether for your own table or your host's, let these beautiful symbols of the season make your New Year even sweeter. View Post
September 13, 2023 Tie Dye for your Table!
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Tie Dye for your Table!
September 13, 2023
The Aria collection is our unique take on fun Fall colors, tie dye inspired!

Available as napkins and runners, in 2 great color combinations. Made from 100% cotton, they are incredibly soft to the touch and will add a fun vibe to any table! View Post
September 13, 2023 Elevate Your Cakes
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Elevate Your Cakes
September 13, 2023
Take your cakes to the next level with our footed cake stands, available in 2 sizes 5 colors; cobalt blue (shown) cornflower blue, green, pink, and apple green. View Post
September 13, 2023 NEW IN · DORI NACAR
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NEW IN · DORI NACAR
September 13, 2023
Inspired by the natural colors of the beach shells, Dori in Nacar is all about happy, carefree summer days.

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September 13, 2023 Refresh with Drop
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Refresh with Drop
September 13, 2023
It's never a bad time to refresh your bar cart! Let Drop drinkware bring a lively and chic touch. View Post
September 13, 2023 Famous Shorebird
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Famous Shorebird
September 13, 2023
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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Tuesday, November 7th: New Features Webinar Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023
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Tuesday, November 7th: New Features Webinar Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023
For All Members:

You're invited to our next New Features Review webinar on Tuesday, November 7th at 4 pm EST.

You’ll learn:
  • About new features included in your Online Store.
  • How to save time using these new features.
  • How to use the features to sell more.
Members are invited to ask questions about new and existing features. A Shop Local coach will answer questions and show live examples of answers.  

Why attend?
  • Save time.  
  • Sell more. 
  • Meet
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September 12, 2023 Store Owner Saves $1,000 by Choosing Save Local Service
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Store Owner Saves $1,000 by Choosing Save Local Service
September 12, 2023
H Mercantile, an indie store in Louisiana, signed up last week for a free account.
  • The store owner heard about the service from their Ivystone sales rep and signed up online.
  • In just a few minutes, the store used the Brand Syncing Service to Sync with Casafina. It instantly had data for 955 products to create an online store and gift registry filled for free.
  • The owner saved $1,000+ in labor on adding products to a website.
  • The store paid no setup costs to
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September 12, 2023 Fall Themed Tablescape
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Fall Themed Tablescape
September 12, 2023
Leaf it to us! Fall entertainment is quickly approaching, and you want to prepare a lovely yet easy tablescape. With this handcrafted oval placemat and napkin ring, you may get a minimalist dose of fall sensations. Its fern vine-derived natural beauty embraces nature-inspired textures and earthy colours ranging from browns to warm amber ochres. Set of 4.


CALAISIO
natural elegance, extraordinary durability



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September 11, 2023 Harvest Season!
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Harvest Season!
September 11, 2023
We have exciting new arrivals to warm up your tablescape this Fall! Our Harvest Placemats were so well received, we had to introduce them as Linens this season, available as napkins, table runner, and tablecloths.

To match the Fall vibes, we are introducing our brand-new Autumn Burst napkin ring, with its metal and beads in warm hues, this napkin ring is the right amount of elegance and fun!

Our popular Presto placemats are getting an exciting new color too, Terracotta, available in 2 ...
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September 10, 2023 Zero Sum Networks ⚔️
How competitive techniques can help lure clients and grow a network.
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Zero Sum Networks ⚔️
How competitive techniques can help lure clients and grow a network.
September 10, 2023
Andrew Chen shares in 'The Cold Start Problem' that many times, networks are competing in a zero-sum game. One network gets a customer to join their network and thereby not participate in another. For example, when a driver used Lyft instead of Uber, Uber, which Chen helped, lost. And it lost in two regards: Uber lost the revenue from the lost ride, and Lyft gained the revenue. Chen’s team was tasked with getting drivers to use all their time driving for Uber and thereby unraveling Lyft&...
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September 10, 2023 Herend mentioned in The New York Times
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Herend mentioned in The New York Times
September 10, 2023
Herend, a maker of fine tableware and giftware, was mentioned by the Stephanie Carter, the wife of the ex-Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter. 

Excerpt: 
“She added a few new pieces, including Herend ceramic figurines of a lion and a squirrel. “I called Ash ‘Lion’ and he called me ‘Squirrelly,’” she explained. “All these things make me feel like he’s with me in a great way, not in a preserved-in-amber way.” “

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September 9, 2023 Tailgating Made Easy ~ Gear up for Game Day! 🏈
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Tailgating Made Easy ~ Gear up for Game Day! 🏈
September 9, 2023
Tailgate in style with a piece of Beatriz Ball's luxury melamine. Edged with a border of rippling pearls, the generously proportioned Alegria White Ice Bucket is designed to serve icy-cold bottles of wine, beer, or soda that guests will enjoy while cheering on their favorite team! View Post
Tuesday, October 3rd: New Features Webinar Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2023
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Tuesday, October 3rd: New Features Webinar Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2023
For All Members:

You're invited to our next New Features Review webinar on Tuesday, October 3rd at 4 pm EST.

You’ll learn:
  • About new features included in your Online Store.
  • How to save time using these new features.
  • How to use the features to sell more.
Members are invited to ask questions about new and existing features. A Shop Local coach will answer questions and show live examples of answers.  

Why attend?
  • Save time.  
  • Sell more. 
  • Meet other
...
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September 8, 2023 A Classy Fall and Holiday Caddy Centerpiece
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A Classy Fall and Holiday Caddy Centerpiece
September 8, 2023
An accessory caddy would be useful for any entertainment table. Your silverware, napkins, and more will be conveniently kept in this dining utensil and napkin holder. This handwoven kitchen caddy has four upright sections that offer the best storage and decorative accent, making it the perfect choice for a beautiful centerpiece for an amazing dinner. It has a distinctive rustic finish and is constructed from exotic vines, adding a touch of rustic charm to the fall and holiday table preparations....
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