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December 7, 2023 THE BLUES OF THE GRAYS
THE BLUES OF THE GRAYS
December 7, 2023
I have a friend who recently took a job with a respected women’s clothing retailer after 13 years of retirement. My friend, Leslie, a former school teacher, wanted to be of use and knew that retail was a great opportunity for seniors. She was all bright-eyed and bushy-tailed her first week. She loved that the manager asked her to try on clothes she liked and then suggested outfits that would look good on her. Leslie even purchased a few of those suggestions, couture she never would have ...
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December 6, 2023 MyRegistry.com Review
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MyRegistry.com Review
December 6, 2023
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.

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December 5, 2023 Home for the Holidays
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Home for the Holidays
December 5, 2023
A luxury melamine bowl for the holiday season ... in classic Bamboo style! The VIDA Bamboo Large Salad Bowl (White and Natural), an essential new item from Beatriz Ball's VIDA Collection of luxury melamine, is the result of a collaboration with noted illustrator, August Wren. With a bamboo inspired rim and a brilliant white surface, the stylish and generous bowl works well with our VIDA Bamboo dining sets, serving pieces and flatware. Create a table with a carefree and classy, Beatriz Ball twist...
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December 4, 2023 RetailDive Reports Online and Mobile Sales are the Winner for Black Friday 2023
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RetailDive Reports Online and Mobile Sales are the Winner for Black Friday 2023
December 4, 2023
According to a recent RetailDive report, online and mobile purchases for Black Friday sales were the strongest, with smartphone sales leading at 54% of online sales. The article states consumers spent a record $9.8 billion online on Black Friday, according to data from Adobe Analytics. That’s up 7.5% from last year.

Industry experts forecast that consumer spending will be up 2-3% year over year. The National Retail Federation projects 3-4% year over year. Consumers are cautious about ...
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December 1, 2023 Christmas Essentials For The Kitchen: CALAISIO 4-Qt Stoneware Casserole Dish with Fitted Basket
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Christmas Essentials For The Kitchen: CALAISIO 4-Qt Stoneware Casserole Dish with Fitted Basket
December 1, 2023
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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November 29, 2023 Beatriz Ball's Luxury Melamine for Holiday Entertaining
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Beatriz Ball's Luxury Melamine for Holiday Entertaining
November 29, 2023
Talk about style! The brilliant white VIDA Lettuce Large Bowl is a showstopper of a design. Inspired by natural leaf forms, the eye-catching deep bowl--cast in luxury melamine--offers stylish design, and elegant practicality. The supremely versatile piece is perfect for holiday gatherings when serving salads, fresh fruit, snacks and more. Mix and match with other Beatriz Ball Lettuce Collection designs to multiply the serving possibilities. Has the substance, weight, and appearance of a ceramic ...
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November 29, 2023 Appetizing Casserole Display That Highlights a Spot on Your Holiday Table
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Appetizing Casserole Display That Highlights a Spot on Your Holiday Table
November 29, 2023
We hope that your preferred dishes and people will be gathered around your Christmas table. This 3-quart rectangular stoneware casserole by Calaisio, created in Portugal and adorned with a fitting basket woven skillfully from sturdy exotic vines, is a perfect combination of form and function that can be used in the kitchen or on the table. An exquisite fusion of rustic charm, ideal for the presentation of the festive feast. The stoneware dish is oven safe, microwave and dishwasher Safe. Perfect ...
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November 28, 2023 Pay Annually And Save 20% ~ LIMITED TIME OFFER
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Pay Annually And Save 20% ~ LIMITED TIME OFFER
November 28, 2023
Great news: You can save 20% off your annual service.
  • This is like receiving almost 2 and a half months of service for free.
  • This 20% discount is double our normal 10% and has never been offered before.
  • This offer is only good till December 13, 2023.

I imagine you wish to take more vacations in 2024 (Paris or Patagonia?), see family and friends more often, or eat at that (expensive) new restaurant. When you pay for Shop Local's service for the year, you'll have more money to do ...
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November 27, 2023 Tableware Today: Three Brands Promote Shop Local
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Tableware Today: Three Brands Promote Shop Local
November 27, 2023
We're happy to see Vista Alegre, Bordallo Pinheiro, and Carmel Ceramica promote the Shop Local platform in Tableware Today's December/January 2024 issue.

In the advertisements, the brands displays our ShopLocal.org logo.  
  • A brand shows the logo so that retailers know they can easily sell the products shown.
  • When a brand offers our Brand Syncing service, a retailer can instantly display the brand's entire product catalog online.
  • The retailer's customers can buy the products and
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November 23, 2023 The Festive Oval Casserole Dish Basket from CALAISIO That You Will Love
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The Festive Oval Casserole Dish Basket from CALAISIO That You Will Love
November 23, 2023
Find the new must-have item for your kitchen. With the CALAISIO 3Qt and 4Qt oval baking dish, you can prepare delicious, customized dishes that are truly exceptional. Strong Portuguese stoneware is used to make the casserole, which is adorned with a fitting basket made of hardy exotic vines that can withstand heat. It can travel straight from the oven to the table and last for years, making it a stylish and useful addition to your everyday cooking routine. May the joys of Thanksgiving radiate ...
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November 23, 2023 A Farmhouse Bread Basket Ideal for Thanksgiving Morning
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A Farmhouse Bread Basket Ideal for Thanksgiving Morning
November 23, 2023
Toast, bagels, croissants, or muffins are just a few of the delectable treats that go best in this artistically hand-woven bread basket crafted from robust natural vines. It tastes as excellent as it would at a sophisticated restaurant and presents beautifully on any kitchen table. Start your day this Thanksgiving morning by giving thanks for all that you have, including your friends and family. Wishing everyone a happy Thanksgiving!


CALAISIO
natural elegance, extraordinary durability...
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November 22, 2023 NEW IN: BEECH COLLECTION
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NEW IN: BEECH COLLECTION
November 22, 2023
As you embark on your Thanksgiving cooking adventures, let the Beech Collection be your trusted companion. Meticulously crafted from premium beechwood, it features five different durable and long-lasting utensils. View Post
November 20, 2023 New Feature: More Easily Share a Registry
How to help your registrants share their registry with family and friends.
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New Feature: More Easily Share a Registry
How to help your registrants share their registry with family and friends.
November 20, 2023
Your Shop Local Store has a new feature: We've made it easier for gift registrants to share their registries. There is now a new "Share Your Registry" card on the Overview page that allows registrants to share their registry via mobile or email.

The registrant can share their registry by doing the following:
  • If a registrant wishes to share their registry via mobile, they can scan the QR code with their mobile phone and share the generated link with their family and friends.
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November 20, 2023 CALAISIO 3-Qt Stoneware Casserole Dish with Fitted Basket
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CALAISIO 3-Qt Stoneware Casserole Dish with Fitted Basket
November 20, 2023
This 3-quart oval stoneware casserole by Calaisio, created in Portugal and adorned with a fitting basket woven skillfully from sturdy exotic vines, is a perfect combination of form and function that can be used in the kitchen or on the table. An exquisite fusion of rustic charm, ideal for the presentation of the festive feast. The stoneware dish is oven safe, microwave and dishwasher Safe. Perfect for baking, cooking and serving. Available in 4QT as well. Wishing you a harvest of ...
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November 16, 2023 New Baobab Trio Travel Candles At Glassworks!
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New Baobab Trio Travel Candles At Glassworks!
November 16, 2023
Trio Travel, fragrances that will take you on a journey in a box decorated with hot-air balloons, an unusual and imaginary trip... with no carbon footprint. The Baobab Trio Travel boxes contain three mini candles decorated with silk-screen prints of mythical destinations, making an ideal gift. 
Available in 4 colors/sets of differing scents:
Yellow-Green: Rio-Mexico-Miami
Pink: Singapore-Athens-Paris
Blue: Manhattan-Paris-Mykonos
Orange: Brussels-Roma-Saint Tropez
Stop in at either ...
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November 15, 2023 Holidays 2023 HOLIDAY TALES – Plan Your Thanksgiving Table
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Holidays 2023 HOLIDAY TALES – Plan Your Thanksgiving Table
November 15, 2023
Plymouth is the ideal choice for creating a warm and vibrant Thanksgiving table. Its rich, earthy tones and captivating organic shapes set the stage for a feast that's not only delicious but also visually stunning.

But the true magic happens when you mix it with various colors from the Fontana collection. View Post
November 14, 2023 Treat Your Family Like Royalty With Long-Lasting Bakeware
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Treat Your Family Like Royalty With Long-Lasting Bakeware
November 14, 2023
One of our favorite dish baskets for a stunning plate from oven to table is Calaisio's dish basket with Anchor Hocking's 10-inch pie dish. It is naturally heat resistant, has stunning and natural rustic tones constructed from sturdy vines, and its presentation transforms a pie or quiche into a wonderful dish with this appealing presentation with Anchor Hocking bakeware.


CALAISIO
natural elegance, extraordinary durability


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November 14, 2023 Thanksgiving Entertaining With MacKenzie-Childs
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Thanksgiving Entertaining With MacKenzie-Childs
November 14, 2023
Hosting Thanksgiving this year? MacKenzie-Childs is here to help! From Kitchen to Table, we have all the essentials to make your Thanksgiving Shine! View Post
November 13, 2023 MASTER CLASS - THE MARTINI
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MASTER CLASS - THE MARTINI
November 13, 2023
Learn the history of the martini and its iconic glass.  Taste martinis then shop!  Tickets are $25 and redeemable with your evening purchases.


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November 10, 2023 Golden Days of Autumn
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Golden Days of Autumn
November 10, 2023
Autumn is all about enjoying the beauty of nature, the change in the weather, and the comforts of home.

Freshen up your fall style with the luxe and modern SIERRA MODERN Tela Deep Oval Platter and Tela Small Bowl with Spoon, each in sparkling champagne gold.

Beatriz Ball’s intensely handmade products use eco-friendly and sustainable materials and are crafted by artisans who trace a heritage of metalworking for generations. Sustainably handmade of a top quality, FDA safe, easy-care ...
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