Indie Stores Report Double-Digit Growth in 2017 by Sharing Products
Forty-two brick and mortar Main Street retailers that participated in Bridge’s annual survey said their sales grew up to 50% for a brand by using Bridge’s product-syncing service.
"I do about 20% more business a year by being a part of the Bridge network,” said Mary Beth Wood, owner of the Crystal Plate in Gainesville, Georgia, and a user of the Bridge software. "It gives me more time to sell ...
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December 23, 2017
December 23, 2017
Special thanks to all our Fishy Friends! We've had a wonderful pre-Christmas season!
We have closed and will spend the next several days with our families! Please come see us when we re-open on Friday, Dec. 29th with regular 10a - 5p hours!
On Saturday we'll be open and will be celebrating the birthday of our boss, friend and inspiration, Estelle! Be sure to share the birthday love!
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December 23, 2017
December 23, 2017
Juliska Ruby Country Estate Holiday Stoneware At Glassworks! Merry Christmas from Glassworks and Cheeks! Glassworks and Cheeks will be open today 10am - 7pm and on Christmas Eve from 11am - 5pm. The Juliska Country Estate scenic dinnerware is a true collection of art. Each piece is first hand painted by artist Deborah Sears and then meticulously translated into decals to preserve the unique look of hand painting. The various scenes weave a charming narrative of country life through its brushstrokes...
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December 22, 2017
December 22, 2017
Are you ready for 2018? We’re getting ready here. We’re beefing up our staff and hardware to serve the rush to shop online. In 2017, orders via the network grew 89% year over year. 2018 will bring another 89% growth spurt if we work hard.
In 2018, you may ask: are your stores worth 48¢? We think so ;) We’ll explain more below.
1. Bridge is updating its pricing for brands in 2018.
What are we doing with this subscription fee that brands pay? We’re reinvesting it into your Bridge. In 2018, you’ll ...
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December 21, 2017
December 21, 2017
Juliska Ruby Country Estate Holiday Stoneware At Glassworks! Glassworks and Cheeks will be open Saturday 10am - 7pm and on Christmas Eve from 11am - 5pm.
Merry Christmas from Glassworks and Cheeks! The Juliska Country Estate scenic dinnerware is a true collection of art. Each piece is first hand painted by artist Deborah Sears and then meticulously translated into decals to preserve the unique look of hand painting. The various scenes weave a charming narrative of country life through its ...
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December 21, 2017
December 21, 2017
When you're hosting a big dinner do you set the table a day or two in advance? It's a great way to take some of the stress out of the day of your party! And it's also a great way to see if you're missing any serving pieces! We're open until 7pm tonight and would be happy to help you pick out a new vietri inc. platter!
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December 21, 2017
December 21, 2017
How is your business gaining new customers? Crate & Barrel, Restoration Hardware, and other retailers are battling with online-only entities like Wayfair to gain new customers. Wayfair is gaining new customers on Google via authentic placement and paid search ads. This video by L2 research shares how a large, well funded, ambitious company like Wayfair is competing with traditional retailers and Amazon.
"When you buy from a small business, you are not helping a CEO buy a 3rd holiday home.
You’re helping a little girl to get dance lessons, a little boy to afford his team jersey, and their moms and dads to put food on the table. SHOP LOCAL."
Thanks Laurie Levy for sharing this gorilla message written on a sidewalk.
Here's a lesson in how to ruin your registry business. This retailer changed three default settings in Bridge that help brides promote the store. Since the store changed these settings, the store is losing $1,000s in sales to Walmart, Crate & Barrel, and Amazon. You can see how on the left most registries have $0 or little in sales. Instead, family and friends are shopping on competitors' sites.
To avoid this mistake, please be sure to do the following: A. You will want to be sure that select 'yes'...
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December 12, 2017
December 12, 2017
When one shops on Amazon, is one unknowingly also buying an Amazon brand? Amazon's 'brands' are not called "Amazon" but rather other names, such as "Goodsport" and "Rivet."
L2 Researches shares that there are more Amazon private label brands than one may realize.
What does your business ‘sound’ like? Visa is launching a sound campaign for whenever its card is swiped.
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December 7, 2017
December 7, 2017
What if someone bought everything for a week through Amazon? Well, then many Main Street shops would be empty, most sales reps would be out of work, and many manufacturers in the U.S. would be out of business. A Wall St. Journal reporter tries the “Amazon only diet” and shares her findings.
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December 6, 2017
December 6, 2017
Today’s Times reports that Amazon’s Jeff Bezos helped Weinstein in the cover up. We hope shoppers consider this when shopping this season. What type of person leads a company? Does one care about the ethics of the company where one shops?
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December 6, 2017
December 6, 2017
Do you know what 'domain masking' is? It's a service that hides the 'bridgecatalog' part of your domain name and instead just shows your store name (e.g. http://www.shulans.com) Adding domain masking is very important to helping your store sell more.
Google ranks your website more highly when you have it. In addition, your store name will appear more prominently on 3rd-party sites like Myregistry.com. Please see the picture with this Chalk.
When a brides adds a link her registry with your store ...
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Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2017
Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2017
It has been an exciting day with our double Trunk Show featuring Sweetie Pie Jewelry and Anthea Borum with her beautiful candles from Pink Lady Designs then topped off with a fantastic dinner at Alfredo’s! And even better we get to announce our winner of our giveaway Wednesday drawing....Congratulations Frankie King Sutter! Thank you for liking and Sharing to help make our event a success
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December 5, 2017
December 5, 2017
Did you know that when you start a bridal registry with us, you get a free tablesetting book? Very helpful to be the perfect host! Come see us today to start your registry or register online Here
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November 30, 2017
November 30, 2017
The Soho Galena Rectangular Long Cutting Board is one you'll reach for whenever you chose to make a dramatic statement when entertaining.
With richly textured handles, handsome styling, and substantial wooden surface the board enhances anything you serve on it.
Featuring contrasting metal handles resembling bound leather strips, it looks great on the bar or coffee table.
Made of an FDA safe, easy-care aluminum alloy. and polished wood.
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November 30, 2017
November 30, 2017
Cheeks For Men Trunk Show At Cheeks All Weekend! Cheeks For Men is having a Trunk Show this weekend, December 1 - 3, at the Shadyside store! Underwear and Loungewear by Derek Rose, Saxx, and Hanro will be featured. Now men can experience the luxury that women have grown accustomed to. Henry Shenk, formerly of Charles Spiegel, joined the Glassworks and Cheeks team and coordinates Cheeks For Men. Stop in and see the Men's and Women's selections!
Let’s get cookin’! Check out all of our specialty kitchen gadgets and cooking utensils while your out shopping for Christmas gifts. We are sure that we have something that would make the perfect gift for any foodie you know.
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November 29, 2017
November 29, 2017
Though the weather outside is frightful, these flowers look so delightful in the Large Fitzhugh Bowl. Warm up your home & get creative with a large Mottahedeh bowl for your kitchen or dining room centerpiece.
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