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August 22, 2024 A Breakfast Basket Featuring Chocolate Croissants
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A Breakfast Basket Featuring Chocolate Croissants
August 22, 2024
It`s breakfast time. Let`s start with the French touch with these strips of chocolate pastries served in a coordinated style! Your family and guest will love the exquisite blend of function and rustic combination of this woven gourmet basket to both daily dining and celebratory meals.


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natural elegance, extraordinary durability





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August 15, 2024 20% Off Scandia Home Summer Sale At Feathers!
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20% Off Scandia Home Summer Sale At Feathers!
August 15, 2024
Starting Thursday, August 15th through Monday, September 2nd (Labor Day), all Scandia Home merchandise is 20% off! Scandia Home has been bringing the best of European inspired, American made comfort into homes for over 50 years with beautiful luxuries for the bed, bath, and home.
Stop in at 5408 Walnut St. to see the selection of comforters, pillows, sheets, and more.

Click here to see the Feathers section on our Glassworks and Feathers website. (More items being added)

 
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August 14, 2024 Caroline & Company Saves $11,585 and 17 Weeks in Labor with their Shop Local Store
How we helped the #1 gift and children's store in Louisiana's Acadiana area offer 11,585 products effortlessly.
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Caroline & Company Saves $11,585 and 17 Weeks in Labor with their Shop Local Store
How we helped the #1 gift and children's store in Louisiana's Acadiana area offer 11,585 products effortlessly.
August 14, 2024
We are pleased to announce that Caroline & Company has joined Shop Local to grow its online business. Serving the Acadiana area for 27 years, Caroline & Company offers gifts, children’s clothing, home decor, furnishings, and more.

By using their Shop Local Store, Caroline & Company saved $11,585 and 17 weeks in labor on website product maintenance. The store will expand its online collection of gifts and home decor through the Syncing service. ...
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August 14, 2024 Recipes of Love
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Recipes of Love
August 14, 2024
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. View Post
August 13, 2024 Grand Opening! Specials and Giveaways Event!
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Grand Opening! Specials and Giveaways Event!
August 13, 2024
​​​​Please join us in celebrating this exciting new chapter
August 16
at our beautiful new location:
Pieces of Eight
5427 Johnston Street
Lafayette, LA
Time Plaza Shopping Center

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY:
Be part of the official ribbon cutting at 10 AM and witness the start of this wonderful journey.
ALL-DAY SPECIALS:
Enjoy exclusive specials throughout the day as a "thank you" for your continued support and loyalty.
GIVEAWAYS:
Don't miss our fabulous ...
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August 8, 2024 Up to 40% Off Yves Delorme End of Summer Sale At Feathers!
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Up to 40% Off Yves Delorme End of Summer Sale At Feathers!
August 8, 2024
Starting Friday, August 9th through Sunday, August 18th, select Yves Delorme Bed, Bath, and Accessories are 20% to 40% off at Feathers!
Feathers is located right beside Glassworks and Cheeks in Shadyside. Stop in to see the selection of comforters, sheets, pillows, towels, and more.

Click here to see the Feathers section on this website. (More items being added)
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August 7, 2024 Shop Local Merchants Are 70% of Google Page 1 Results in Louisiana 🔎
Shop Local indies beat every other retailer. No retailer big or small ranked higher than our indie shops in Google.
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Shop Local Merchants Are 70% of Google Page 1 Results in Louisiana 🔎
Shop Local indies beat every other retailer. No retailer big or small ranked higher than our indie shops in Google.
August 7, 2024
These retailers using Shop Local located in Louisiana appear on page one of Google: 
  1. John Ward Interiors & Gifts in Alexandria (appears twice 😊)
  2. Pieces of Eight Gifts in Lafayette (appears twice 😊)
  3. JADE in Metairie
  4. Adler's in New Orleans
  5. Friend and Co in New Orleans

How we conducted this study:
We Googled "wedding registry Louisiana."

Study Results:
  • 5 merchants using Shop Local registry software appeared on page 1 of Google. 2
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July 31, 2024 New Feature: Add Your Registry Terms and Conditions
How your business can communicate registry terms and conditions to your registrants.
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New Feature: Add Your Registry Terms and Conditions
How your business can communicate registry terms and conditions to your registrants.
July 31, 2024
Your Shop Local Store has a new feature: Your business can now choose to require registrants to agree to registry terms and conditions. If your business requires registrants to agree to terms and conditions, you can add your business's registry terms and conditions to your account.

Your registry terms and conditions will be displayed to the registrant in the following areas:
  • When a registrant signs up for a new registry, your terms and conditions will appear in a window that the
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July 31, 2024 CHECK YOUR PLATES by JASON SOLAREK
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CHECK YOUR PLATES by JASON SOLAREK
July 31, 2024
The Wall Street Journal recently shared how the used car market has improved in the last 20 years because much of it is now conducted online. When car buyers use the web, they’re more likely to save money (about 2%) and dealers can, in theory, make more with dynamic pricing (about 2%) thereby giving each party a win. Unlike 20 years ago, when we didn’t have smartphones, today 95% of used car purchases start online. While 31% of used car purchases were completely in-person, ...
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July 31, 2024 Spotlight Pattern: Orrefors - 40 Years of Ornaments
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Spotlight Pattern: Orrefors - 40 Years of Ornaments
July 31, 2024
This year marks the 40th annual Orrefors Ornament, which began with the 1984 Dove, left. “That iconic inaugural piece set the tone for the collection, emphasizing quality and traditional holiday themes,” says Emon Maasho, CEO. “The ornament continues to be a cherished tradition, with collectors eagerly awaiting each new release. From classic holiday motifs to modern innovations, the series offers something for everyone, making it a lasting part of the holiday season.” ...
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July 26, 2024 BACCARAT’S 260TH ANNIVERSARY
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BACCARAT’S 260TH ANNIVERSARY
July 26, 2024
Since 1764, Baccarat has been a creator of enchanting universes. From a small town in eastern France to a symbol of the art of celebration and French joie de vivre.

Join us in toasting 260 years of history, craftsmanship, and magical places.

“That's one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind.” In 1969, as Apollo 11 touched down on lunar soil, the Baccarat 1841 Harcourt Glass stands in silent admiration of this monumental achievement. The timeless piece reflects the ...
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July 24, 2024 Speranza Design Gallery Saves $10,837 and 15 Weeks in Labor with their Shop Local Store
How a contemporary store in Texas enhanced its online presence and saved thousands in one week.
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Speranza Design Gallery Saves $10,837 and 15 Weeks in Labor with their Shop Local Store
How a contemporary store in Texas enhanced its online presence and saved thousands in one week.
July 24, 2024
We are pleased to announce that Speranza Design Gallery has joined Shop Local to grow its online business. Founded by Alex Lubarsky, Speranza Design Gallery showcases unique, modern designs to serve as a go-to for contemporary gifts, decor, and beyond.

Speranza Design Gallery saved $10,837 and 15 weeks in labor on website product maintenance by using their Shop Local Store. Through the Syncing service, the store will expand its online collection of gifts and home ...
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July 23, 2024 Our Retail Predictions Featured in Tableware Today Magazine
Why only 30% of wedding gift givers will come into a store in 2030--and how we can help prepare for that
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Our Retail Predictions Featured in Tableware Today Magazine
Why only 30% of wedding gift givers will come into a store in 2030--and how we can help prepare for that
July 23, 2024
Tableware Today’s Editor Amy Stavis invited me to pen the Last Word column for the August / September issue. I start by comparing e-commerce trends for selling automobiles to selling dinner plates. Online sales in both industries have swelled in the last 25 years. (I entered the e-commerce business at the right time—in 2001.)

I predict that 70% of wedding registry gift givers will never set foot in a physical store by 2030. Currently, that number is at about 50%. If we do in fact ...
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July 18, 2024 Congrats to the Best of Mississippi Weddings 2024 Winners 🏆
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Congrats to the Best of Mississippi Weddings 2024 Winners 🏆
July 18, 2024
Congratulations to the following Shop Local members for being selected by readers of Mississippi Magazine for the Best of Mississippi Weddings 2024:

Best Hostess Gifts Best Bridal Registry ...
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July 15, 2024 Grazing Tables: The Ultimate Conversation Starters
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Grazing Tables: The Ultimate Conversation Starters
July 15, 2024
Our Farmhouse woven serving tray with glass bottom finish is ideal for entertaining, providing an eye-catching rustic backdrop for bread and cheese, sliced pizzas and flatbreads, and other charcuterie delights. Whether you're having a formal dinner or a casual gathering, this item will look wonderful on your table or kitchen island. This country-style charm, created from durable organic vines, adds a warm and welcoming touch to serving and is a fantastic conversation starter.


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July 12, 2024 Atlanta Summer Market starts July 15th
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Atlanta Summer Market starts July 15th
July 12, 2024
Are you ready for the Atlanta show next week?

Carmel Ceramica is ready!   We are in the Werner Frank showroom, bldg. 2 on the 12th floor.

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Live Event: Wedding Registry Training at Kitchen 2 Table's Atlanta Showroom on Wednesday, July 17
Join us Wednesday, July 17 at 8:30 am EST or 9:30 am EST
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
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Live Event: Wedding Registry Training at Kitchen 2 Table's Atlanta Showroom on Wednesday, July 17
Join us Wednesday, July 17 at 8:30 am EST or 9:30 am EST
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Wedding Registry Workshop: Say “Yes” to $5K  in 5 Days
How to Capture 5 Wedding Registries in 5 Days Worth $5,000+

Join me for a live workshop where I'll show you my blueprint to get 5 wedding registries worth $5k in 5 days. 

When?
  • Wednesday, July 17 @ 8:30 am EST
  • Wednesday, July 17 @ 9:30 am EST
Please choose one time

Location:
Kitchen 2 Table showroom
Suite 893 / Building 2
AmericasMart
235 Williams Street
Atlanta, GA 30303

Why attend?...
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July 4, 2024 Happy 4th of July! 🎆
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Happy 4th of July! 🎆
July 4, 2024
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July 4, 2024 Drawing Inspiration from Austin Kleon
How a Drawing Helps Share the10x Improvement We Deliver to Indie Shops
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Drawing Inspiration from Austin Kleon
How a Drawing Helps Share the10x Improvement We Deliver to Indie Shops
July 4, 2024
At breakfast in the East Village this morning, Austin Kleon’s email image struck me. His hand-drawn summer sale sign by a pool was much more heartfelt than the text-based offer. His drawing shows how our minds may become immune to text offers but react and perk up to new and authentic imagery. 

I wondered what I could draw for my business. I often communicate using text and sometimes rely on stock images. Since we help indie stores grow their registry businesses, I decided to ...
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June 27, 2024 25% Off Yves Delorme And 20% Off Scandia Home At Feathers!
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25% Off Yves Delorme And 20% Off Scandia Home At Feathers!
June 27, 2024
We have two great promotions at Feathers and the first one just started Thursday! “Celebrate Bastille Day, indulge in French Luxury” with Yves Delorme. From June 27th to July 14th, Yves Delorme is 25% off (except Couture which is 20% off). Products Included at 25% off: Accessories, Bed & Bath, Blankets, Coverlets, Comforters, Pillows, Robes, Table Linens, and Throws. 
Also on July 13th and 14th (Bastille Day weekend) only, Feathers will offer a gift with ...
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