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March 28, 2024 New Georg Jensen Vases, Pitchers, And More At Glassworks!
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New Georg Jensen Vases, Pitchers, And More At Glassworks!
March 28, 2024
Just in time for Easter entertaining, Glassworks just got a new shipment of Georg Jensen. Pictured: 1. Alfredo Vases featuring the large mirror polished stainless steel. 2. Koppel Pitchers, all 3 colors made of stainless steel in stock. 3. Bloom Botanica vases, all 3 sizes in stock. 4. Bernadotte Thermo Jug (black on the left) and the Bernadotte French Coffee Press (steel on the right). We also have new GJ flatware sets, kid's's banks & picture frames, and more.
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March 27, 2024 RETAIL RELATIONSHIPS by MICHELLE HSIAO
RETAIL RELATIONSHIPS by MICHELLE HSIAO
March 27, 2024
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.

All these ...
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March 27, 2024 Tableware Today Interview - Jim Shreve, Tim DeVine, Mark Brashear, & Sally Burnside
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Tableware Today Interview - Jim Shreve, Tim DeVine, Mark Brashear, & Sally Burnside
March 27, 2024
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.
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March 27, 2024 Mikasa - French + Italian Countryside
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Mikasa - French + Italian Countryside
March 27, 2024
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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March 27, 2024 ANNIVERSARY WISHES
ANNIVERSARY WISHES
March 27, 2024
A McKinsey study found that the average life span of companies listed on the S&P 500 was 61 years in 1958; today, it’s less than 18 years. McKinsey believes that by 2027, 75% of S&P 500 companies will have disappeared. New businesses have an 81% chance of surviving their first year; in two years, a little less than 70% of businesses are still standing. Only 25% make it to 15 years or more. There’s a clear long-term trend of declining corporate longevity, with this figure ...
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March 20, 2024 Get Ready for the New York Tabletop Show
6 steps you can take to help your business and retailers
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Get Ready for the New York Tabletop Show
6 steps you can take to help your business and retailers
March 20, 2024
FOR BRANDS 

As you know, The New York Tabletop Show starts in about three weeks (it's April 9 - 12).  

Let's help you get ready! Now is the time to update your Shop Local assortment with new introductions, price changes, and missing data. 

Please review your Shop Local account to ensure that these areas are current:
  • Product Assortment – Have you added or retired items? Please consider the last time the account was updated and discontinued/retired items were
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March 19, 2024 Shopper Reviews ✨
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Shopper Reviews ✨
March 19, 2024
We believe in offering a great online shopping experience through our platform. Below are excerpts from three reviews from shoppers who bought a gift using our software: 

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"Easy website to use. Great communication. Visually satisfying to be able to see the gift you are giving. Easy peasy! And I do love easy!"
~ Kelly Buck in AL

Ms. Buck made a purchase at Fincher & Ozment Jewelers, an indie retailer in Alabama that has used our e-commerce software since ...
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March 14, 2024 Alternatives to Gift Reggie
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Alternatives to Gift Reggie
March 14, 2024
As a store owner, you know how important it is to choose a registry service that works well for you, your employees, your registrants, and gift-givers (family and friends). In addition to working well, the registry service should offer your store good value (price vs. results).

When looking for registry software, some retailers consider Gift Reggie for their registry service. Gift Reggie offers gift registry creation and management features that integrate with a retailer's Shopify ...
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March 13, 2024 Time to Set your Easter Table!
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Time to Set your Easter Table!
March 13, 2024
We love to mix the springy colors our Azores Oceana collection and the Simple Edge Fern of Madeira Meadow. The light green and blue blend perfectly with our Botanical napkin - perfect for your Easter table! Don't forget a hand woven Easter basket as the centerpiece!! View Post
March 13, 2024 Zwilling Joins Shop Local
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Zwilling Joins Shop Local
March 13, 2024
We're pleased to share that renowned cutlery brand Zwilling is joining the Syncing service.

We expect Zwilling products to be ready for Syncing by April 8th, 2024.  We'll keep members posted about the actual date as we progress with the brand's boarding to our platform. 

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About Zwilling
Zwilling was founded in Solingen, Germany in 1731 by Peter Henckels making it one of the oldest brands in the world today.  Zwilling is part of the ...
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March 12, 2024 Beatriz Ball's Gifts for the Season
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Beatriz Ball's Gifts for the Season
March 12, 2024
Spring religious occasions occur from April through May. We have faith-inspired gifts ready for First Communion, Confirmation, Christenings, Baptisms and other sentiments. Our heirloom gifts are artisan-made and will be a treasured keepsake of this joyous time.  View Post
March 11, 2024 Shop Local Saves Adler’s $44,907 and 64 Weeks in Labor
How Shop Local's software quickly populated the online Store for a legendary New Orleans retailer
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Shop Local Saves Adler’s $44,907 and 64 Weeks in Labor
How Shop Local's software quickly populated the online Store for a legendary New Orleans retailer
March 11, 2024
We are pleased to announce that Adler’s, a jewelry and gift store in New Orleans, Louisiana, has joined the Shop Local software platform to grow its online business. Adler’s saved $44,907 and 64 weeks in labor on website product maintenance through the Shop Local platform. They have chosen Shop Local to revamp the Gift Registry service they have maintained since their early days.

For over 100 years, Adler's has held its position as the leading jeweler in New Orleans and the Gulf ...
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March 10, 2024 Drive Local: Join Shop Local and Get a Free Tesla 🚗
How Store Owners Can Trade Wasted Labor Costs For a New Tesla Car
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Drive Local: Join Shop Local and Get a Free Tesla 🚗
How Store Owners Can Trade Wasted Labor Costs For a New Tesla Car
March 10, 2024
No one likes to pay for gas—just ask Tesla drivers. Chris Kornelis, a reporter for The Wall St. Journal, shares this week how he switched to a Tesla to save $100 a month ($1,200 a year!) on gas. 

This story is important to us because if someone will pick a car to save $1,200 a year, we should be able to find what they need to save in order to pick Shop Local’s Online Store. Let’s learn from Chris and his Tesla choice.

Making Replacement Savings Easy to See
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March 10, 2024 Beatriz Ball's Perfect Egg Plate
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Beatriz Ball's Perfect Egg Plate
March 10, 2024
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. View Post
March 8, 2024 Introducing Rosy Check
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Introducing Rosy Check
March 8, 2024
Introducing our classic check pattern in peachy pinks and soft creamy whites, just in time for spring!🌷 Top your table with our newest collection, Rosy Check.💓 View Post
March 7, 2024 BACCARAT X THIERRY DES OUCHES
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BACCARAT X THIERRY DES OUCHES
March 7, 2024
French photographer Thierry des Ouches unveils a new dimension of Baccarat through dreamlike imagery, where crystal is showcased amidst nature's embrace.

In the enchanting setting of the Scottish countryside, the Baccarat Eye vase captivates with its wavy design, conjuring perpetual movement through intricate cuts. Crafted to produce myriad shades and shapes, it offers endless possibilities for composition, blending timeless elegance with nature's beauty.

Baccarat, where craftsmanship ...
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March 6, 2024 Spring Accents
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Spring Accents
March 6, 2024
Bright new Barocco additions are here just in time for warmer weather and poolside sips! ☀️ View Post
March 6, 2024 A Delectable Treat for Everyone to Enjoy
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A Delectable Treat for Everyone to Enjoy
March 6, 2024
This is the ideal time of year to indulge in baked goods and confections, especially Oreo, which has been one of America's best-selling cookie. They taste even better when served on this classic rustic centerpiece placemat made of forest vines, which comes in a set of four and naturally imparts chocolate brown tones that enhance food flavor. So feel free to indulge in some delicious Oreos today! Twist and lick to savor the timeless flavor that never goes out of style.



 
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March 4, 2024 Workshop: Join Us for a Live Wedding Registry Workshop ~ August 11 - 15
We’ll be guiding retailers through the 5-Day/$5k Challenge Monday, August 11 - Friday, August 15, 2024. 
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Workshop: Join Us for a Live Wedding Registry Workshop ~ August 11 - 15
We’ll be guiding retailers through the 5-Day/$5k Challenge Monday, August 11 - Friday, August 15, 2024. 
March 4, 2024
You’re invited...

Our expert coaches will guide you through the $5k/5-Day Challenge Calendar. 

Workshop event includes: 
  • Live, daily virtual meetings (9:30 am EST). 
  • Expert coaching. 
  • Tips and tools to save you time and maximize results. 

You’ll be joining a team of like-minded merchants growing their businesses. You’ll hear first-hand experiences each day. 

Spots are limited. 

Price: $129 
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March 1, 2024 Shop Local Saves Breed & Co. $37,435 and 53 Weeks in Labor
How Shop Local’s software helps an Austin, Texas institution renew its Registry program and see immediate results.   
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Shop Local Saves Breed & Co. $37,435 and 53 Weeks in Labor
How Shop Local’s software helps an Austin, Texas institution renew its Registry program and see immediate results.   
March 1, 2024
We are pleased to announce that Breed & Co., a retail store in Austin, Texas, has joined the Shop Local software platform to grow its online business. Breed & Co. made the decision to switch from their previous registry provider and recreate their registry program using Shop Local. Since revamping their registry program 3 weeks ago, Breed & Co. has saved $37,435 and 53 weeks in labor on website product maintenance through the Shop Local platform.

With five locations in total,...
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