Despite the recession, textiles have proven to be a strong sales category. Find out how vendors and retailers have adapted their lines and sales strategies to make sure that textiles continue to trend up.
Traditionally "Best Sellers" has looked at well-known cities around the country. In this issue, by training our sights on Dysart, Iowa, we also celebrate retail thriving in small towns in America.
Most gift stores these days have a presence online. But what if an online-only business decided to branch out to brick-and-mortar? GIFT SHOP explores the challenges and possibilities of this business move.
Sometimes a plate is just a plate until you add the accessories. Then it becomes something that the customers can picture in their homes. Quite often they will end up buying the whole set—it's an easy decision; they've seen it done! This display makes use of Spanish moss, which is plentiful in the South. Spanish moss makes a great filler for floral arrangements and can be purchased by the pound at craft stores too.
Baby means big business for gift store retailers like you. With grandparents and Gen Y-ers ready to spend on the category, find out what products you need to stock to cash in.
A good sale not only moves stale inventory, it injects much-needed cash flow into your business.
We've found some fantastic bird feeders for this winter showcase.
If you have a coastal section in your store, check out this coastal showcase.
Read on for our list of new products that are trending up for winter 2010.
There are eight steps a business owner can follow to be well-positioned for the new year, whether they're a long-time owner or an entrepreneur embarking on a new venture.
Through strong marketing and a loyal customer base, Green Nest is carving out a niche in Culpeper, Virginia. What's more, there are green marketing lessons in here for you.
This grass is green! It's been boom time for bamboo—the "rapid renewable" that's making waves in green retail. Find out what kinds of products are made with bamboo and why the category is worth taking a look at.
Check out our fabulous GREEN finds for winter 2010.
Table linens are an attractive part of every table setting. Displaying them with élan will entice your customers to say: "I'll take it just like that!"