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August 5, 2021 Do You Want to Meet Like-Minded Retailers?
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Do You Want to Meet Like-Minded Retailers?
August 5, 2021
You own a successful retail shop. Would you like to meet other successful store owners? HTI is a good spot to start. 

HTI is an association that helps build better relationships between 125 independent kitchenware retailers. HTI helps stores:
  • Connect with other store leaders.
  • Share insights and solutions about retail.
  • Learn about over 200 housewares vendor members.
  • Succeed financially.
  • Receive discounts.  HTI negotiates and obtains vendor discounts and provides 
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August 3, 2021 August Alfresco
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August Alfresco
August 3, 2021
Hello August! Celebrate summer with a floral & woven summer tablescape matched with your favorite wine, cutleries, and napkins all in this space-saving kitchen caddy centerpiece.


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natural elegance, extraordinary durability
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August 2, 2021 80 pound dumbbells
80 pound dumbbells
August 2, 2021
SMRTFT understands that strength and conditioning at home needs to be as efficient and effective as possible. Thats why we have begun to share our journey with you. Whether you are a professional athlete, weekend warrior or a stay at home parent we strive to give you the best of what you need to achieve your fitness goals when and where you want it.
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July 30, 2021 Press Release: Bridge Membership Surges 50%
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Press Release: Bridge Membership Surges 50%
July 30, 2021
For Immediate Release

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MEMBERSHIP SURGES 50% IN E-COMMERCE COMMUNITY
Online Shopping Boom Drives Retail Industry to Team Up On Bridge

NEW YORK, NY, July 30, 2021 – Bridge, an e-commerce community, reported a record increase in membership as the pandemic continued to rattle the retail landscape. In the last 12 months, 275 retail stores joined Bridge, bringing the total membership to more than 826 stores—a 50% increase. ...
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July 30, 2021 Beatriz Ball’s ORGANIC PEARL Nova Bowls Shine Brightly
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Beatriz Ball’s ORGANIC PEARL Nova Bowls Shine Brightly
July 30, 2021
In the field of astronomy, “nova” refers to a star that suddenly becomes thousands of times brighter and then gradually fades to its original intensity. In the realm of tableware, our ORGANIC PEARL Nova bowl shines brightly always.

Rimmed in sparkling metallic beads, enhanced by richly organic surfaces--and some featuring flirty curves-- Nova bowls embody good design ... with unmistakable Beatriz Ball flair. Equally at home with your casual dinnerware or dressed up for a party.&...
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July 29, 2021 New P.J. Salvage Cloudy Days Collection At Cheeks!
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New P.J. Salvage Cloudy Days Collection At Cheeks!
July 29, 2021
Brand new for your Fall and late Summer wardrobe, check out the P.J. Salvage Cloudy Days collection at Cheeks. Reminiscent of the sky on a partly cloudy day, the pattern is white and shades of blue that PJS calls "Denim". Pictured are the henley top and the pant, but shorts, a tank, and a robe are also available. As is the norm for P.J. Salvage, the pieces are very soft, cozy, and comfy. Stop at either Cheeks to get yours! 

Click here to see store info on our Cheeks website.

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July 29, 2021 New Smart Brand Member: Messermeister
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New Smart Brand Member: Messermeister
July 29, 2021
Bridge welcomes Messermeister as the newest member of our Smart Products program.

Founded in 1981 by Bernd Dressler, Messermeister is a leading manufacturer of premium handcrafted chef's knives, kitchen cutlery, and cooking tools -- the go-to brand for everyone, from professional chefs to at-home cooks. Women-owned & California-based.

Messermeister and its 433 products are ready for syncing.

View the Messermeister Bridge offering here:
https://messermeister.bridgecatalog.com/...
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July 26, 2021 New Smart Brand Member: GEFU
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New Smart Brand Member: GEFU
July 26, 2021
We are pleased to announce that GEFU is joining Bridge and the Smart Products program.

GEFU is a German company that makes the highest quality kitchen tools and gadgets.

GEFU and its 245 products are ready for syncing.

View the GEFU offering on Bridge here:
https://gourmetkitchenworks.bridgecatalog.com/collections.cfm/Gefu

To sync with GEFU, please follow these steps:
  1. Log in to your Bridge account.
  2. At top of the page, roll over the green "+ Add" button, and
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July 26, 2021 New Smart Brand Member: Bredemeijer
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New Smart Brand Member: Bredemeijer
July 26, 2021
We are pleased to announce that Bredemeijer is joining Bridge and the Smart Products program.

Bredemeijer is a 102-year old company from Holland that makes excellent teapots, tea kettles, and other tea and coffee items.

Bredemeijer and its 115 products are ready for syncing.

View the Bredemeijer offering on Bridge here:
https://gourmetkitchenworks.bridgecatalog.com/collections.cfm/Bredemeijer

To sync with Bredemeijer, please follow these steps:
  1. Log in to your Bridge
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July 21, 2021 New Feature: Sort SKUs
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New Feature: Sort SKUs
July 21, 2021
Your Bridge has a new time-saving feature. You can now sort SKUs that belong to the same product. This helps you present the SKUs in the order that you wish.

In the example shown, we see an Annieglass product that comes in two finishes: gold and platinum. With the new feature, Annieglass can update the order of which SKU (finish) appears first on the page. It simply drags the two-sided arrow up or down the page, then clicks on the button "Update Product."

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July 19, 2021 Sure-Footed Jason Frames...Simply Elegant!
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Sure-Footed Jason Frames...Simply Elegant!
July 19, 2021
The Jason series of frames in Beatriz Ball’s signature polished metal enhance your favorite photos, and look positively brilliant when displayed on the mantle, desk, or shelf.

The footed, self-standing frames makes fine wedding gifts--or presents for any special occasion--and are simply elegant solutions whenever metal frames are called for.

Available in vertical and horizontal formats, and sized to fit 4 x 6, 5 x 7 and 8 x 10 photos.

Beatriz Ball’s intensely handmade ...
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July 19, 2021 Bridge Clients in Garden & Gun Magazine
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Bridge Clients in Garden & Gun Magazine
July 19, 2021
Vietri, a premium designer of Italian home goods and a member of Bridge, was featured in ‘Garden & Gun’ magazine. Using our service, Vietri syncs 1,000+ products with its retailers’ online stores in real-time. 

In an advertisement the designer ran in the issue, we were happy to see that forty-seven percent of the indie stores it highlighted use Bridge.  Of the 30 stores listed, 14 use Bridge Store to more easily sell Vietri.

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July 16, 2021 Nice to see Glass Bazaar at ATL show
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Nice to see Glass Bazaar at ATL show
July 16, 2021
Happy to see our friend Dixie and her colleague from Glass Bazaar, a premium kitchen supply and cooking lessons center in Knoxville, TN.  View Post
July 16, 2021 Organically Inspired Tabletop
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Organically Inspired Tabletop
July 16, 2021
Ready to give nature`s earthen hue a try? This functional piece with geometric fine weave gives a refined and rustic feel, complementing coastal, classic, and contemporary interiors. Handwoven from sturdy vines. Set of 4`s.



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natural elegance, extraordinary durability

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July 15, 2021 Have a Summer Clambake With MacKenzie-Childs From Glassworks!
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Have a Summer Clambake With MacKenzie-Childs From Glassworks!
July 15, 2021
You'll be happy as a clam using MacKenzie-Childs Cookware and Serveware for your next gathering. Pictured are the Courtly Check: Enamel Baking Pan, Enamel 7 Qt. Stockpot, and the Enamel 2.5 Qt. Saucepan. Stop at either store location to see our MacKenzie-Childs selection. 

Click here to shop for MacKenzie-Childs Kitchenware on our Glassworks website.



 
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July 8, 2021 It is a New Day in China World!
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It is a New Day in China World!
July 8, 2021
Hurray for Grandma’s China! They are hot and selling briskly once again.
“There was a long time when no one wanted to inherit Grandma’s prized wedding china, so valued she only busted them out for special occasions. Potential heirs dreaded the bequest thinking them fussy.” said Rebecca Malinsky of the Wall Street Journal. We agree with her.

But some new thinking has arrived recently, as people, especially young ones, are taking another look.
And they are thinking ...
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July 5, 2021 New Feature: More Easily See How Your Products Are Performing
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New Feature: More Easily See How Your Products Are Performing
July 5, 2021
Brands share their products with stores via the Smart Products marketing platform. Wouldn't it be helpful to see how those products are performing? Now you can. We added a new feature to help Smart Brands see how their products are performing. When a Smart Brand partner browses to a product in its Bridge account, it will now see a 'Product Performance' area.  If you use Instagram, this feature may feel familiar. Instagram lets you view performance statistics for posts. We have brought ...
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July 4, 2021 Facebook: Dangerous For Your Kids--and Your Business
Facebook: Dangerous For Your Kids--and Your Business
July 4, 2021
I’m seeing a disturbing trend online. Stores are not sharing news and events on their websites. Instead, they are relying on Facebook (and Instagram, which it also owns) to perform this task. That’s like a customer coming into the physical store and the store manager saying: "Want our news and events? We don’t have it here. Go to the coffee shop next door—which will be filled with our competitors pitching to you." 

I believe this is bad for most ...
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July 3, 2021 What can we learn from Avon? Espirit de corps
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What can we learn from Avon? Espirit de corps
July 3, 2021
I found this article about the new book 'Ding Dong! Avon Calling!' inspiring. Avon empowered many people to be in business for themselves. Bridge believes in a similar mantra of empowering people to start and run a retail business. 

I appreciate Avon promoting an espirit de corps to motivate its thousands of sales people. I share news like this very post for the same reason. Our platform is designed to help members share and support each other--much like Avon's literature for sales ...
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July 3, 2021 4th of July Cheese and Fruit Platter Centerpiece
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4th of July Cheese and Fruit Platter Centerpiece
July 3, 2021
Love the deep shimmering rustic tone of this woven accent paired with a white oval platter by Corelle. Its earthy sheen beautifully highlights any food presentation and easily matches any festive celebration. The Oval platter holder includes white laminated glass. Wishing everyone a Happy 4th of July Weekend!


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natural elegance, extraordinary durability


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