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Q&A with Michelle Sherrier: Seasoned merchandiser films crash course for retailers

After spending decades in the retail industry, Michelle Sherrier has seen and done it all. A seasoned merchandiser and buyer in the gift and apparel space, Sherrier is sharing her expertise with retailers through her... more »
Photo courtesy of Lynne Tanzer

Atlanta Contemporary Gift Shop: A ‘love letter’ to the artists

When Lynne Tanzer, shop curator at Atlanta Contemporary’s gift shop, stepped into her role, shop sales increased 876%. Atlanta Contemporary is a nonprofit institution that... more »

Influenced by Nature

Merrifield Garden Center, a family-owned and -operated business in northern Virginia, knows all about creative, unique displays that captivate shoppers and provide an experience for both its gift shop and garden center’s customers. Customers are... more »
Merrifield Garden Center. Photo by Debbie Eisele

Natural Inspiration

Incorporating natural products into gift and home décor displays is a sure-fire way to create strong, visually appealing statements that customers are drawn to. Many independent garden centers are enticing their customers and encouraging exploration... more »
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Hometown Retailer Shines During the Holidays

As seen in Holiday Shop 2022. Southern Antiques, located in picturesque Laurel, Mississippi, goes all out with its holiday displays and merchandising. Read on for tips and tricks Andrea Milhan, owner, has learned during the... more »

Go Big

As seen in Holiday Shop 2022. Merchandising is a key component in generating sales — especially during the holiday shopping season! I had the opportunity to ask Michelle Sherrier from MC Design Collaboration some questions... more »
Circa Collection from Mud Pie

It’s Natural

Tabletop displays are a surefire way to get shoppers in the mood to entertain. Whether setting a formal or casual table for holidays such as Halloween, Thanksgiving or Christmas, consumers are excited to gather and... more »

Gift Shop Plus asks retailers to share photos of creative holiday displays

Gift Shop® Plus wants to see how retailers are displaying holiday merchandise. Interior and exterior displays featuring Christmas, Easter, Valentine's Day, or any holiday are welcome. Photos shared may be  included in upcoming articles, either... more »

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This year’s outlook is just peachy.The Pantone Color Institute named Peach Fuzz (PANTONE 13-1023) its 2024 Color of the Year, and the hue is already permeating retail. Here we present the latest products adorned in the peachy hue, as well as four complementary hues selected by Pantone for 2024. Read the Spring 2024 Trend Report here: giftshopmag.com/article/spring-2024-trend-report-peach-fuzz-and-its-supporting-cast/📸: Photo courtesy of Mud Pie. ... See MoreSee Less
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