In signature Beatriz Ball style, the towering and elegant VIDA Alegria Triple Tiered Dessert Server in winter white is an essential holiday piece from our bestselling collection of luxury melamine. With charming pearl rims and brilliant surfaces, the three generous serving areas in graduated sizes are joined by silver-toned metal risers, topped by a circular handle. Great for Holiday parties and gatherings, when serving desserts, scones, party sandwiches or little nibbles, this generous three-...
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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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Part of my job is to review registry software. I ensure it works well for retailers, registrants, and gift-givers (family and friends). I also assess whether it offers good value (price vs. results).
When looking for registry software, some retailers consider MyRegistry.com for their registry service. I reviewed a retailer's site using MyRegistry.com and assessed how a customer would make a registry purchase. For privacy purposes, I blurred the store's name in the screenshots shown.
This space-efficient nesting trio is a triumph for home bakers! Practical and pretty, our oversized 17” rectangular baker features a beautiful scalloped edge reminiscent of a ruffled apron, and can snugly accommodate our loaf pan and square baker, to easily fit all three together in your cupboard. Perfect for beloved holiday recipes and for feeding a crowd -- and those lovely handles make taking these dishes from the oven to the table&...
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TikTok and Amazon are battling in the retail space. TikTok wants to be a retailer, and Amazon wants to be more of an influencer platform. These two share the same goal: get users to share a product link, recommend the product, and get a cut of the sale, shares The Wall St. Journal.
This article and these companies speak to the power of affiliate marketing. One of Amazon’s long-standing secret growth weapons has been affiliate commissions, and influencers are a well-known ...
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This 1-quart capacity clear glass Anchor Hocking casserole dish presented in a woven basket by @Calaisio is perfect for serving and baking casseroles, stews, lasagna, brownies, biscuits, desserts, and confits. It instantly dresses up your table with its comfortable, simple-grip handles made of strong, heat-resistant exotic vines. A beautiful rustic-elegant presentation of your favorite dishes. This kitchenware will impress your family and friends this holiday season.
Picture this: a rustic fall table adorned with rattan-inspired serveware!
Beatriz Ball's Thanni Rattan metalware seamlessly blends rustic charm with contemporary elegance by incorporating the texture and weave of traditional Rattan caning on gold-tone accent handles set on a gleaming white surface.
Its on-trend styling and impressive scale makes the square bowl a stunning centerpiece, and a multifunctional masterpiece at your next fall gathering!
The name David is derived from the Hebrew word for “beloved” and this is appropriate as the PEARL Collection David trays have been some of the best loved (and bestselling) items since their introduction over 20 years ago.
Designed with distinctive curvilinear handles, classic proportions, and surrounded by a rim of metal pearls, the David trays embody style and versatility. Available in a number of shapes and sizes, a David tray is practical and elegant solution for a multitude of...
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The sparkling handmade items in Beatriz Ball PIELES Croc Collection are sophisticated, rich in textures, and add cool modern décor to any table. They make a luxurious grouping for the bar, too.
The PIELES Croc ice bucket, in Beatriz Ball's signature sand-cast metal, is alive with realistic surface detail, and is beautifully hand-polished to a brilliant shine. The shapely piece is textured inside and out and includes built-in handles for easy lifting. Works beautifully with the PIELES ...
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Organize your office essentials or other stuff with this eco-friendly tray-style storage basket. Its rustic color palette makes it simple to match with your decor, and it has two cut-out handles for convenient handling. What is the benefit we enjoy the most? This woven storage basket is made to nest with other items of its kind, making storing convenient. Available in 2 sizes.
The handwoven cracker tray by Calaisio will offer your kitchen a hint of vintage charm. It has a geometric pattern and curved handles for further embellishment, both of which highlight the weaver's meticulous workmanship. A casual outdoor gathering is made easy and delightful by the earth tones of the natural vines used to create the décor. They are perfect for serving cookies, crackers, and other treats. Cracker baskets come in a set of 2.
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Before May 31, 2023, send an email to your retailers inviting them to join you on Shop Local's e-commerce platform. We’ve written for you a sample email template you can send to them. Please find that template below. You can copy this template and send it using your email program (Outlook, MailChimp, etc.).
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We're all looking forward to Spring’s warmer days, and to dining on the patio.
The undulating lines and generous hand-polished surface of the large VENTO Rebecca Rectangular Tray with Handles is ideal for serving—indoors and out. Practical built-in handles increase its versatility, and its tarnish-free surface makes it a metal tray that never needs polishing.
Available in two handy sizes, rectangular Rebecca trays are equally at home on the bar, entry table, or the vanity. ...
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I was happy to see Tableware Today magazine share our experiences and lessons regarding the power of free shipping.
You're invited to read the article below:
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THE LAST WORD
FREE SHIPPING PAYS OFF
by JASON SOLAREK
Most indie stores don’t have the technical ability or people power to track pricing and offer discounts like free shipping. Indie stores need this information or they’ll be left behind. This information can make a difference: in ...
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These new handled trays are grasscloth, which is made from hand-woven strands of natural fibers on an unpasted rice paper backing. The grasscloth's rich texture and tawny tones are complemented by hand-finished tortoise handles. Available in large and small sizes and 3 colors: Palma (green), Mallorca (tan), and Midnight (dark blue). See all 3 colors at the Shadyside store.
It’s a formidable task, overseeing product development for all of Lenox’s flatware brands, which includes Lenox, Kate Spade, Oneida, Cambridge, Hampton Forge, Reed & Barton, and Gorham. Your tenures at Oneida and Bed Bath & Beyond, as the tabletop buyer, provide a solid foundation for this position.
Prior to Oneida, where I was senior product marketing manager when Lenox acquired us, I was at Bed Bath & Beyond for 12 years, most recently as the tabletop buyer. My whole ...
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According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, 50% of businesses fail within five years of opening; fewer still make it to their 10th anniversary. So a company with legs surely must doing many things right, right? Not necessarily. Even if you’re providing a great product or service, the most important requisite to success lies in the customer experience. If customers feel ignored by your support team after having a bad experience with a product or service, they’ll shift for a ...
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