"Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow." -Melodie Beattie
Remind yourself--and others--of your daily blessings with this inspirational GIFTABLES Vento Rectangular Engraved Tray from Beatriz Ball. Engraved with the word, "grateful," this delightful mini tray is distinguished by its rich, hand finished surface, and practical size. Perfect item for your desk or bedside table. From the popular GIFTABLES Collection ...
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Grateful Gatherings... transforming traditions in entertaining for Holiday 2020... it’s all in the details!! Dash in to your favorite #shoplocal boutique to #shophappy! ? Bring on fall entertaining! #skyrosdesigns
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Your customers can now more easily access your custom monogram services. Customers can access the advanced monogram services page from a specific product details page. (Previously, they could only access this service from the brand's home page.)
In the example shown, we are viewing a Pickard Signature product on Texas-based retailer The Ivy House. The customer sees the link "Custom Monogram Order Form For Pickard Signature". Clicking this takes them to the ...
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Coronavirus has resulted in a national shutdown, with many companies shifting to having at least some employees permanently working from home. People ended up spending most of their days at home during the week and, having nowhere to go due to the shutdown, on the weekends. Having a more intimate relationship with their domiciles, appears to have encouraged people to have an increased interest in decorating the place where they're now spending most of their time.
That is the question my family posed to me last night during our more-frequent FaceTime conversations.
With the passing Labor Day weekend, students entering their in-person or online school year, and the ending of a strange summer season during a global pandemic, people are looking forward to a time that can bring spirit and happiness to the darkness: the holidays.
But how holly and jolly will this holiday season be in terms of shopping? After all, the holidays are notorious ...
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Tis the season for fall harvest gatherings and holiday parties. If you are looking for the perfect hostess gift that makes a statement, Erbario Toscano is it. Erbario Toscano is a line of Italian scentual products made from the finest flowers, herbs and oils. Owner of The Mermaids Home Milena Lyons says, “There is nothing that compares with Erbario. As a fragrance snob myself, I am excited to bring my customers this line of high quality fragrances for the home and body.” ...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
ARTE ITALICA AND CROWN LINEN DESIGNS ARE ONE COMPANY!
“A Beautiful Life”
Kirkland, WA – August 12, 2020 - Arte Italica, a leading provider of Italian handmade tabletop and home accessories for nearly a quarter-century is pleased to announce its merger with Crown Linen Designs. Crown Linen Designs, a lifestyle brand of European linen apparel, tabletop, and home accessories was founded by Victoria Fanning in 2014 and has become one of the industry&...
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From Christmas presents to wedding presents, you can't go wrong with Waterford.
These are the items that I have used time and time again.
Waterford Water Pitcher- Great for refilling water glasses and also looks great on the bar with orange juice for mimosas!
Waterford Cake Plate. It is perfect for small cakes (I have to admit that I am not a baker, they are mostly from Publix) I have used it many times as a lift for a tablescape and also on my vanity to hold perfumes and lotions....
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Mottahedeh brings a high quality approach to fine stoneware. Glossy reactive glazes present beautiful color variations and a skeleton leaf image is fused delicately into the glaze. With four colorways to choose from, the tableware pieces can be inter-mixed. This special technique requires two firings rather than the typical one for stoneware. Our product is produced at the esteemed Vista Alegre Factory in Portugal. Find it under Milestone By Mottahedeh.
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The Neely & Chloe Large Pebble Tote is the perfect bag for everyday around town (with your mask on of course). It works great as a work bag or chic diaper bag- you choose. We have it paired with our Kinross Tie Dye Print Scarf. Try it as a fashionable face cover in a pinch. We also love the Annie Gold Necklace by Hazen & Co. Paired with a little black dress and you are out the door.
Caroline loves these Round 2" Hoops. They are 14kt gold-filled textured hoops with a ...
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Glassworks Has Your Summer Entertaining Needs Covered! We are following guidelines by sanitizing, social distancing, and wearing masks, so you must also. For a private shopping appointment, please email us or call 412-915-1803.
Glassworks can help you with serveware and tableware for Summer gatherings. Pictured is the new Viva by Vietri Santorini Fish collection. Viva is Vietri's newest tabletop line for casual entertaining. With Viva it’s easy to create a beautiful table in a pinch.
Buy 3, get 1 free on Juliska dinnerware, glass drinkware, flatware, placemats, napkins and napkin rings!
Limited time only, expires 6/14/2020.
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What can indie stores learn from hotels? Sell now, redeem later. Hotels are selling gift cards and future stays at a discount—sometimes up to 33% off. Your store can likewise sell $100 gift cards for $66. Lesson: Do what it takes to get the money today.
I also recommend offering a gift card subscription service. Your customer pays, for example, $80 per month and you send it a $100 gift card. This brings in recurring revenue.