It’s a 40th anniversary for the company founded by Colin Riggs (left) and Ned Voelker’s parents, Abigail and Ed Voelker. Over the last four decades, the entire family has created a curated collection of handmade tableware and giftware for the nation’s independent store retailers.
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Congratulations on a milestone 40th year in business. Are you surprised Abigails has endured? Ned Voelker: We are surprised. It’s a tribute to Ed and Abbie ...
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Handmade and artfully designed Beatriz Ball items at irresistible prices, each packaged in a lovely red gift box.
Make someone—or yourself—happy with these charming Holiday gift items from Beatriz Ball!
With its shimmering surface and wonderful wintertime details, Beatriz Ball's GIFTABLES Holiday Sled Cracker Tray offers an easy and stylish solution for serving crackers throughout the Holiday Season and all winter long. With charming styling taken right out of a print by Currier ...
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Ideal for an extravagant Christmas feast, the 4-quart stoneware casserole dish from CALAISIO comes with a fitting basket. The CALAISIO Stoneware is designed in Portugal and finished with a matching basket crafted with expertise by local artisans from robust exotic vines, it's the ideal fusion of style and utility for use on the table or in the kitchen. A beautiful blend of rustic charm, perfect for the way the feast is presented. The stoneware dish can be used in the microwave, oven, and ...
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Beatriz Ball's Giftables Collection all come packaged in lovely red gift boxes making this busy season easier. Select the "perfect gift and be on your way" to your holiday gathering.
The Beatriz Ball GIFTABLES Organic Pearl decorative silver bowl with matching spoon makes a unique holiday gift, and a beautiful accent piece. Each bowl is handmade and artfully designed, perfect for serving sauces, chutney, jellies, nuts, and chocolates.
The striking sculptural form of Beatriz Ball's large and multifunctional THANNI Soho Onyx Large Bowl (White) is both a luxe artistic statement and a perfect match for the lifestyle demands of today. The brilliant, artisan-crafted bowl features a sloping, undulating white exterior that opens up to reveal the beauty of the gold surface inside. Artfully designed, the sensuous bowl is the very essence of versatility. Its on-trend styling and impressive scale makes the bowl a stunning centerpiece, ...
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Our new Giardino Glassware creates an elegant garden party look. Designed to accent nearly every line in our collection with a refined, colorful elegance. Available in White, Blue, Pink, Grey and Green.
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Looking to add some new traditions to your holiday gatherings this year? Look no further than the Forest Walk Gratitude Banner! This banner was inspired by a beloved family tradition and is designed for families to hang in their homes and pin gratitude messages throughout the season. The banner features our Forest Walk motif and is a perfect way to add gratitude to your home this season. πβ¨
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Glassworks just received a shipment of handmade glass from Blenko, based in West Virginia. The classic 384 water Bottle design was first introduced in 1938 and has been produced at their factory, by hand, almost non-stop since that very first year. The water bottle’s narrow shape with two pouring spouts and center indentation make for easy handling. Today, this piece of glassblowing history is commonly used as:
A glass pitcher - to serve drinks or enjoy a cool glass of ...
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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 or display on your coffee table as a decorative ...
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This bud's for you. Beatriz Ball celebrates Fall Style with the luxurious GLASS Cambridge Collection. Delightfully designed in clear glass, our Cambridge " Bud Vases" feature a fluted globular form sitting atop a lively raised base. A flirty curve on the neck of the vase finishes the piece. A great new addition to your home, or a wonderful hostess gift when traveling this holiday season!
Shapes made to mix and match for artistic tablescapes. Beatriz loves using lots of them ...
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Discover with us the women and men behind Baccarat’s creations.
« From the moment I arrived at Baccarat, I was astounded by the glassmakers blowing into their rods, I wondered how they could shape pieces with such regularity! I have always wanted to work in design and project management, so Baccarat gives me the chance to combine these two facets daily! Beyond understanding the needs of our customers and the marketing department, I pay attention to every detail throughout the...
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Great casual stemware designed and priced for everyday enjoyment. These pieces have the look of traditional mouth-blown glass but are rendered in practical and durable acrylic.
They hold 16 oz of your favorite beverage and are perfect for entertaining with style year 'round, both indoors and out. Sold as set of four.
Pair with the VIDA Venice All Purpose Acrylic to increase the serving options.
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How restaurants, hotels, and tableware brands are using loyalty programs--and what indie stores can learn from this.
October 11, 2023
Perk-y
I recently read about a new loyalty program and wondered what we could learn from it. The founder of Eater and Resy, Ben Leventhal, has started Blackbird, a loyalty program service designed for indie restaurants, reports The New York Times (Read the article). Using the Blackbird app, a diner receives a perk for eating at a restaurant. The retailer sets tiers for which the user qualifies for the perk. For example, a restaurant, Nat’s on Bank in New York City, gives tier 1 customers ...
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Filled with flowers, herbs, or evergreens, this cachepot is designed for all occasions and all seasons -- you'll want one on hand for a fresh infusion of natural beauty to grace your home.
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Give a modern edge to your fall decor with gold textured frames. Designed to not just hold your precious photographs but elevate them to a work of art. The lustrous gold finish adds a touch of opulence to any decor, whether it's a classic, traditional setting or a modern, contemporary space.
Each frame exudes a timeless appeal, making it the perfect addition to your home or a thoughtful gift for special occasions. Your treasured moments will be beautifully framed in sophistication and style, ...
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How online calendars can help retailers manage and save time.
October 4, 2023
One of the main problems that businesses have is efficient use of time. A retailer (or brand or sales rep) seeks on a daily basis to manage their time and optimize results. (I was reminded of this while reading a The Wall St. Journal article about time management for the family.) Businesses use a variety of tools to manage and save time, including email, texting, and Zoom.
Shop Local helps businesses in their quest to save time. We offer businesses a variety of services to help ...
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We are pleased to announce Porto Brasil Tableware's products are ready for Syncing.
Porto Brasil Tableware joins our network of 115+ premium brands that Sync products with 1,300+ fine indie stores.
Porto Brasil Tableware is a contemporary company passionate about design. Founded 20 years ago in Porto Ferreira, Brazil, Porto Brasil was the first company in the world to work with digital printing on stoneware. Their stoneware body is sustainable and is made from an ...
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How to set interior designer pricing for your brands.
September 28, 2023
FOR BRANDS AND DISTRIBUTORS
Your Shop Local Store has a new feature: Interior designers can now view interior designer pricing for your brands and make purchases. If an interior designer is approved by your business, they can log in to your account and buy items at the wholesale designer price set by your business.
In the example shown, we see an interior designer logged in to BIA Cordon Bleu's account. The interior designer can place wholesale orders at the designer pricing set by ...
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