Absolutely, fall gatherings are all about warmth and nostalgia!๐ To set the perfect table for a fall meal, try these tips:
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๐Seasonal Decor: Think rich, earthy tones like burnt orange, deep reds, and golden yellows. Incorporate natural elements like mini pumpkins, pinecones, and autumn leaves. A cozy table runner or placemats in these colors can tie the look together.
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๐คCourtly Check: Add this pattern for a charming harvest motif, available in dinnerware, napkins, or even as a part of ...
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Ancient Greek philosopher Plato wrote in the Dialogue Republic, “A need or problem encourages creative efforts to meet the need or solve the problem.” This statement led to the phrase “Necessity is the mother of Invention." These words could very well describe Shop Local and how we came to exist. Over time, some have suggested the phrase could be tweaked to read “necessity is the mother of reinvention." This phrase also parallels Shop Local's ethos of supporting...
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I have heard recently from some jewelry stores that they don’t think they need a wedding registry service because that allows them to concentrate on selling jewelry. A few thoughts on this:
1. We may be heading towards recession—just see today’s stock market sell-off. In a recession, people still get married and buy wedding gifts. They often stop buying non-wedding jewelry.
Fact: a wedding registry service is a good, recession-proof business.
I was working on scheduling a late summer mini-vacation so I carved out an afternoon for the planning. There were so many factors to consider (where? when? how long?) on top of juggling all of us coming from different parts of the U.S. The options were staggering and required so much screen time I was just about ready to give up. When did the world at our fingertips become a negative?
I got to thinking about the astronomical number of options Americans have in every aspect of life. I’ll...
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So we just had Half Christmas and Christmas in July is coming up. So maybe this has you thinking of what you'll offer your customers when the holiday shows up for real in a few months. We'd love to see Ginger's Breadboys gracing your shelves this year. Gingerbread is one of the season's staples and our kits, mix, linens, and cutters make it so easy for both bakers and non-bakers. Perfect activity for families. And a great gift.
How social media influencers with the help of Amazon are bypassing brick-and-mortar retail shops
May 23, 2024
Kiara Springs, a 25-year old, is part of a new retail trend, shares The New York Times. She sells about $10k/month online but doesn’t own a brick-and-mortar retail store, pay a landlord rent, go to the wholesale markets, or have a POS system. Her “sidewalk” to get traffic is TikTok, and her “POS” is Amazon. Her “stockroom” is the brand’s warehouse. She has an Amazon affiliate account and goods are drop shipped.
Do website service providers need a digital health label?
May 18, 2024
When you pick up a package of Oreos or yogurt at the grocery store, you can see the nutrition (or lack of it!) on the nutrition label on the back. Health advocates are encouraging the FDA to make warnings more obvious on packages—such as by placing information on the front of the package, shares The Wall St. Journal. Advocates have looked abroad for inspiration. In Mexico, you’ll find labels with a black octagon, resembling a stop sign, on the front of Doritos and Nature Valley ...
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We fix computers that are Acer, Asus, Dell, Alienware, HP, Lenovo, Thinkpad, Sony, Toshiba and many more types. Computers that are PC desktops or laptops. Wires Computing Electronics Repair has worked on every type of PC brand to date.
We also service Apple iPhones, Samsung Galaxy Cell Phones, Google Pixel Repairs, and so many more cell phones.
Find us for the best computer repair VT can offer you. Within burlington, computer repairs are done on-site within our office, or at your home / ...
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What your business can learn from the celebrated economist Daniel Kahneman
April 3, 2024
Daniel Kahneman, the celebrated economist, passed away last month. The Nobel Prize and Presidential Medal of Freedom winner gave us insights into the economics of the mind, such as people fearing loss more than gain, making short sighted decisions, and overly relying on feelings.
We can often use Mr. Kahneman's insights in our business's daily operations.
Many years ago, as a new assistant at Lord & Taylor, the buyer cautioned me to not get too attached to people or merchandise. His wisdom was not cold-hearted, but a cautionary tale to keep emotional attachments in check. I was there to deliver strong financial results and if something wasn’t selling, I shouldn’t harp on it, but mark it down and move on. And, as far as work relationships were concerned, I should be a good coworker but not get attached to colleagues.
Jim Shreve made Baccarat hip. Now, he and his longtime partner, Mark Brashear, along with Sally Burnside, the former Baccarat sales V.P., intend to do the same for DeVine Corp., the 32-year-old distributor of elite European brands. You're invited to the opening!
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Congrats to you all. This is very exciting. Tim, we’ve known each other since before you started DeVine Corp., 32 years ago. You’ve been looking for the right opportunity to retire. TIM ...
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Time to start thinking about painting those eggs for Easter and what better spot for your masterpieces than our Pearl Egg Plate ... and the deviled eggs to follow! Hard to believe we will be gathering with family & friends in just 3 weeks. Your deviled eggs will look divine and almost too good to eat when served on our adorable platter.
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We love this trend!
Start thinking spring and setting the Easter table with this classic design style.
An updated classic, the Bamboo serving pieces and candlestick holders in a champagne gold tone are distinguished by naturalistic details, expert craftsmanship and stately proportions. Guaranteed to add a luxe look to any space, the bamboo pieces are a standout! Add a touch of Palm Beach glamour to your dining table this spring.
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As the new year is underway, there’s reason to be bullish (or, at least, not bearish) about what 2024 may have in store. Holiday retail sales increased 3.1% despite lingering inflation, thanks to robust job growth and strong wage gains, which came as a big relief for retailers. Price-conscious consumers are still spending, suggesting the economy is strong. “What we’re seeing this holiday season is very consistent with how we’re thinking about the economy, which is that it...
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We love the German tradition this time year of giving gifts of marzipan pigs as a symbol of good fortune in the new year. However, we think gift recipients would squeal with joy and go hog-wild (see what we did there?) over a longer lasting Herend piggy.
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I recently saw a car with the license plate: WHYWRK. I had a sad feeling for the driver, who perhaps wasn’t as lucky as I to have the best job in the world – getting paid to shop for the most beautiful goods in the world – which I am now retiring from. After 40+ years as a buyer of tabletop and gifts in Buffalo, I have the opportunity to put the dishes away, polish the flatware, and store the stemware. As a small specialty store, we’ve been through our share of ups and ...
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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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