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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Thanks to Casafina, a leading maker of table and giftware, for including a Shop Local flyer in its packages sent to retailers. The flyer helps the recipient more easily market and sell what is in the box online π¦ —> π±—> π
The recipient can open the box and in minutes do what otherwise may take hours. The store can scan a QR code on the flyer, sign up for a free Shop Local Store, Sync with Casafina products, and instantly show and sell the products online...
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Kate Spade New York tableware and accessories has for two decades held a singular spot on retail shelves and on customers’ tables thanks to a timeless charm and chic stylings. Even after 20 years, the fun, fresh, playfully sophisticated, and refreshingly original collections from Lenox occupy a unique niche in the tableware pantheon.
Kate Spade’s contribution to fashion cannot be understated. She became synonymous with fashionistas everywhere when she started her fashion ...
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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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Shop Local analyzed the websites for the top-20 selling brands in the tabletop and giftware industries. We assessed what discounts brands offer when one signs up for a newsletter.
Brand Study Findings:
Of the 20 brands, 5 (25%) offer a discount when one signs up for a newsletter.
For brands that offer a discount, the average discount is 15% off.
Some brands offer other promotions for signing up for a newsletter, including free shipping and a raffle entry.
Herend, a maker of fine tableware and giftware, was mentioned by the Stephanie Carter, the wife of the ex-Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter.
Excerpt:
“She added a few new pieces, including Herend ceramic figurines of a lion and a squirrel. “I called Ash ‘Lion’ and he called me ‘Squirrelly,’” she explained. “All these things make me feel like he’s with me in a great way, not in a preserved-in-amber way.” “
How to quickly find and navigate to popular registry-related services.
August 28, 2023
Your Shop Local Store has a new feature: We've made it easier to access important registry-related services and content. This feature reduces the number of clicks needed to perform actions and access pages.
In the Master Bar of your Store, there is now a Registry icon. This icon’s drop-down includes many of the popular registry-related services your business likely uses. Previously, you would need to visit the Management Home page to view many of these links.
We're pleased to share that Ricci is joining the Brand Syncing service.
Ricci Argentieri, also known as Ricci Silversmiths, is famous for their flatware and giftware produced in sterling silver, silverplate, goldplate and stainless steel. Ricci is joining in order to support its independent retailers.
Since its founding in 1840, Ricci has grown to become one of the most respected and renowned silversmiths in all of Europe.
We expect Ricci products to be ready for ...
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EMON MAASHO, CEO AND PRESIDENT OF ORREFORS, NORTH AMERICA, is representative of the exciting trajectory in this 125-year operation. The über-exec joined the New Wave Group in 2013, a time when Orrefors and Kosta Boda (OKB) were underperforming assets in the portfolio. "Our crystal brands are national treasures and a part of Swedish history," Maasho affirms. And he wanted a front row seat in their revitalization. Maasho was placed in charge of the new hotel and restaurant division ...
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Shop Local analyzed the websites for the top-40 selling brands in the tabletop and giftware industry. We assessed what promotions and discounts, such free shipping, brands offer. Shop Local did this because a product's price, which is impacted by discounts, is often the leading factor when shopping online. 70% of the brands surveyed by Shop Local offer free shipping.
*Free shipping only available to US retailers. Restrictions apply.
Valid Until July 28, 2023
We hope to see all of you at this week’s Atlanta Summer Market 2023 as we are celebrating Orrefors’ 125th anniversary this year and have launched a lot of great newness in the tabletop, giftware, home décor, entertainment, and ...
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Bridge analyzed the websites for the top-40 selling brands in the tabletop and giftware industry. We assessed what promotions and discounts, such free shipping, brands offer. Bridge did this because a product's price, which is impacted by discounts, is often the leading factor when shopping online. More than 67% of the brands surveyed by Bridge offer free shipping.
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More than 65% of brands surveyed by Bridge offer free shipping, while just 14% of indie stores do. Brands often charge just $118 to quality for free shipping, while stores charge $190 (a $72 difference). Where would you shop?
Bridge analyzed the websites for the top-40 selling brands in the tabletop and giftware industry. We assessed what promotions and discounts, such free shipping, brands offer. Bridge did this because a product's price, which is impacted by discounts, is often the leading ...
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Your source for the finest names in China, Crystal, Flatware, Giftware and Collectibles. Make the right impression with the most recognized name brands
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January 22, 2020
January 22, 2020
Diane Seidle praises Beatriz Ball in this month’s Tableware Today for boosting its sales via Bridge’s news tool. Diane says Beatriz Balls’ consistent news posting on the platform helped it capture the top sales position amongst metal giftware brands.
Congrats, Beatriz Ball :)
Please note: Diane Seidle in the past has provided some consulting services to Bridge. This article was written independently of Bridge.
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