There is a lot of psychology that goes into a positive shopping experience—including online shopping. I was reading in The Wall St. Journal about how to improve a vacation experience. The author encourages us to save the most enjoyable vacation part till the end of the trip because our mind is biased towards the most recent event. (In psychology, this is called the "recency effect.")
When I read this, it made me wonder: what is the last experience a gift giver has on our...
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Handcrafted from exotic and organic vines, this charming set of 2 cracker serving baskets complements your favorite crackers and pastries for a cozy day. You will appreciate your tabletop that embodies the green lifestyle thanks to the naturally occurring caramel crunchy tones. The vine material gradually ages to a reddish-brown shade and changes the look of your table like a natural gift of nature. Perfect for any occasion, these baskets will have your guests raving about your hosting ...
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In the summer, we can all embrace a Mediterranean lifestyle, full of "dolce far niente." We can start with this beautiful penne pasta with roasted cherry tomatoes. It requires just a few ingredients and even fewer cooking skills. The Madeira collection is perfect for serving this dish, as its crackled surface elevates the meal's presentation.
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I can hardly believe another holiday season is soon upon us! It is such a magical time of year. We also know that it is your busiest. With you and your customers in mind, we feel we have created gorgeous pieces to help make your store exciting, elegant and the place to go for holiday shopping!
It has been just over two years since Crown Linen and Arte Italica have combined to be one company. I want to thank you all for the love and support you have given us as we have grown into a ...
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Handcrafted from exotic and organic vines, this charming cracker serving basket complements your favorite crackers and pastries for a cozy day. You will appreciate your tabletop that embodies the green lifestyle thanks to the naturally occurring caramel crunchy tones. The vine material gradually ages to a reddish-brown shade and changes the look of your table like a natural gift of nature. Sold in sets of two.
Handcrafted from exotic and organic vines, this charming cracker serving basket complements your favorite crackers and pastries for a cozy day. You will appreciate your tabletop that embodies the green lifestyle thanks to the naturally occurring caramel crunchy tones. The vine material gradually ages to a reddish-brown shade and changes the look of your table like a natural gift of nature. Sold in sets of two.
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natural elegance, extraordinary durability
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A BICENTENNIAL BIRTHDAY REPRESENTS REMARKABLE LONGEVITY AND VISTA ALEGRE IS TAKING FULL ADVANTAGE of it with dozens of new pieces created specifically to commemorate the 200 anos occasion. “It’s a very important milestone and a time of reflection to see how far we’ve come and where we want to go,” says Daniel Silva, who helped bring the brand new luster here since he started the American subsidiary in 2012. Nuno Barra, Vista Alegre product development director and board ...
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How a store owner can replace labor-wasting website maintenance with a free car
April 5, 2024
The new 2024 Model 3 Tesla is here and a store owner can get it for free. All they have to do: replace their labor-wasting website maintenance with our Syncing service. A store owner saves more than $400 (the average cost of a Tesla lease) each month and make their customers happier.
MIKASA’s powerhouse COUNTRYSIDE franchise continues its domination decades after their launches. Tapping into the zeitgeist of the times, the patterns’ staying power is testament to compelling classic design, line extensions, and passionate fans.
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IT’S BEEN 50 YEARS SINCE MIKASA’s FRENCH COUNTRYSIDE DEBUTED, the perfect panacea to a formal-dominated dinnerware domain. The scalloped, edged, and curved creamware provided the ideal ...
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Kate Spade New York tableware and accessories has for two decades held a singular spot on retail shelves and on customers’ tables thanks to a timeless charm and chic stylings. Even after 20 years, the fun, fresh, playfully sophisticated, and refreshingly original collections from Lenox occupy a unique niche in the tableware pantheon.
Kate Spade’s contribution to fashion cannot be understated. She became synonymous with fashionistas everywhere when she started her fashion ...
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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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Babcock Gifts celebrates its 50th birthday in 2024. The bridal registry and gift shop opened in 1972 as a partnership that included interior design. In 1974, with the exit of one partner, the store focused on antiques, gifts, and bridal registry. Over the next 42 years, there would be growth into two stores before downsizing to one. In 2016, ownership changed and the store moved one block down, where it continues to be a destination for bridal registry and gift-giving. With the constant doom and...
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We are pleased to announce Villeroy & Boch products are ready for Syncing.
Villeroy & Boch joins our network of 115+ premium brands that Sync products with 1,300+ fine indie stores.
Since its founding in 1748, Villeroy & Boch has grown into a leading, global, lifestyle brand offering dinnerware, drinkware, flatware, and home decor. They continue to leave lasting impressions all over the world with their fine products that include popular ...
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I have a stack of virtual news clippings that either struck my fancy, taught me something new, or just made me shake my head in bemusement. On their own, they may not be enough for me to make a point, but together they have a thought-provoking synergy (and I'm sure I'll figure out what that is by the end of this column).
Our industry has been negatively affected by the loss of American manufacturing after we entered a long stretch of automation and outsourcing in the late 1970s; every ...
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We are pleased to announce that Kalalou is ready to Sync products with authorized retailers. Syncing products is free for your business. There is no charge. (The brand pays for this service.)
Kalalou joins our stable of 110 premium brands that Sync products with 1,200+ fine indie stores.
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View the 1,500+ products you can Sync from Kalalou here: kalalou.myshoplocal.com
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We're pleased to share that Villeroy & Boch is joining the Brand Syncing service.
Villeroy & Boch, which celebrates its 275th anniversary this year, is joining in order to support its independent retailers,
Since its founding in 1748, Villeroy & Boch has grown into a leading, global, lifestyle brand offering dinnerware, drinkware & barware, flatware and home decor.
We expect Villeroy & Boch products to be ready for Syncing by July ...
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