How a local shop quickly opened an online store with a gift registry and saved 3 weeks and $1800+ in costs.
January 31, 2024
We are pleased to announce that Atkinson Floral has joined the Shop Local community of retailers. Atkinson Floral is a florist and gift shop in Atkinson, NE. The store owner, Curie Mincer, has owned and operated the business since 2016. Over the course of time, she has expanded the florist shop gift area and added a gourmet coffee shop. Her passion for her business and her community led her to expand her services to include a gift registry program, which is lacking in their small town. Curie&...
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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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As the new year is underway, there’s reason to be bullish (or, at least, not bearish) about what 2024 may have in store. Holiday retail sales increased 3.1% despite lingering inflation, thanks to robust job growth and strong wage gains, which came as a big relief for retailers. Price-conscious consumers are still spending, suggesting the economy is strong. “What we’re seeing this holiday season is very consistent with how we’re thinking about the economy, which is that it...
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Your Shop Local account offers a built-in solution to shop thousands of products. The Wholesale service combines the best features from wholesale marketplaces and buying on a brand’s site into a new service. Shop Local retailers can save time and money by using the Wholesale service.
The Ivy House, an indie retailer in Texas that has used our e-commerce software since 2015, uses the Wholesale service to save time and money. Laura May, the owner of The Ivy House, easily places...
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Calaisio`s placemat and napkin rings are perfect for creating a joyful atmosphere. This four-piece placemat and napkin ring set will give your festive table setting an organic, golden pop of color. This combination, which is made of durable, natural vines and white beads for embellishment, is ideal for festive meals and special occasions. Its rustic beauty adds a sense of refinement to your dinner table arrangement. To maintain them, just give them a quick wipe down with a moist towel. We toast ...
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This woven wine bottle coaster is the ideal centerpiece for any celebration, whether you're entertaining a group of friends or just trying to liven up your place for the holidays. It is made of pure, 100% organic vines showcasing a natural rustic realness, evoking woodsy images adding an authentic touch to your favorite bottles of reds, whites, and rosés. Cheers to the holiday season!
This Christmas breakfast casserole, served warm right out of the oven in Calaisio's stoneware dish, instantly glams up your table and is ready to be enjoyed with loved ones. Bring out the hearty casseroles this holiday season, along with a fitted woven basket to provide coziness to your table. Its organic, woodsy texture, crafted from organic vines, captures the essence of Christmas. Enjoy a wonderful Christmas celebration.
Embrace the spirit of the season with this enchanting collection, featuring whimsical deer-inspired designs that bring a touch of woodland magic to your table settings.
Create unforgettable moments as you gather with loved ones around a table adorned with the beauty and charm of our "Deer Friends" collection. Let every meal be a celebration of friendship and festive joy!
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Put all of your buns, rolls, breadsticks, or slices of French baguette into this beautifully woven basket for an elegant display at your dinner table! Handwoven from organic forest vines, it has a rustic, golden tint that goes well with the woodsy tones of pine wood, making it ideal for the Christmas season. You can either leave the bread in alone and clean it with a damp cloth, or you can add a colored napkin of your choice. This Christmas season, indulge in breakfast all day long with this ...
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Our exquisite glass-topped woven cheese board is constructed from premium exotic vines, adding to its distinctive and sumptuous beauty as well as durability. Because of its organic, earthy colors and natural texture, it may be used as a versatile complement to any table presentation. It can be utilized as a serving tray for snacks, cheese, charcuterie, and fruits. Available in different shapes and sizes. This holiday season, step up your entertaining game with this stylish cheese board!
Hello and good morning! Enjoy a cup of coffee to toast to the season! It's the perfect excuse to spend the holidays reconnecting with one another. Feel the happy warmth of the occasion as you savor your coffee served in these tastefully colored beads with a rustic woven texture made from long-lasting organic vines. Eat, drink, and be happy. Enjoy a wonderful Christmas morning while sipping your coffee.
The Atlantic shares how Chinese factories have found a new way around U.S. retailers and into our homes: Chinese apps. SHEIN and other Chinese apps are bypassing Amazon to be a new leader in Chinese goods. In addition to Amazon, Target, Walmart, and indie shops now have a new group of digital competitors embedded in customers’ pockets.
Except from The Atlantic article:
MATERIAL WORLD
IS THIS HOW AMAZON ENDS?
An open embrace of cheap foreign products has helped ...
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A beautiful condiment server is an excellent addition to any party or celebration. This premium 3-piece condiment entertaining tray is a stylish way to serve your favorite holiday snacks, condiments, and more. Its sturdy woven design and appropriately sized sections make it ideal for tastings. Porcelain bowls can be removed and cleaned or restocked. Also available in two compartments. Calaisio wishes you a wonderful holiday season with your loved ones.
Did you know every Holiday Season Annie designs a new Christmas Tree plate with the idea to mix and match over the years? It’s also the perfect plate to put out for Santa and his Reindeer ππ
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