Gifts & Decorative Accessories

12/23/2024

Christmas is just about here and surely everyone is doing all the last-minute preparations. But don’t forget to take your time with your family, friends and loved ones. Be present. Leave the stresses of work behind and live in the smiles and cheer of those around you.

From our team to yours, Happy Holidays 🎄💚

12/22/2024

"Timing is everything. Thanksgiving 2024 occurred a week later than Thanksgiving 2023, creating significant disruption, not only in the timing of the traditional sales peaks related to Black Friday and Cyber Monday promotions, but also in the number of shopping days that follow."

Have you noticed a difference in your holiday sales this year with the later start to the "season?" 🎄

Season-to-date discretionary general merchandise spending remains 3 percent below last year following strong promotion peaks.

12/21/2024

GAME ON! 🎮🎲

This week's Friday Finds focused on gifts for lovers of classic games and board games with fashion accessories, home décor and more!

From game pieces and games to fashion accessories, home décor and more, there is a little something in this mix for every player.

12/20/2024

Designworks Collectie has expanded their offerings with the acquisition of Archipelago Botanicals! See what that means for the future of the home and personal care brand 👇👇

The collective has acquired the home, personal care brand as part of its "commitment to diversifying its portfolio and entering new markets."

12/18/2024

"According to the study, retailers surveyed experienced an average of 177 shoplifting incidents per day in 2023. However, that number can reach over 1,000 depending on the retail sector."

Have you noticed an uptick of incidents in your store or surrounding areas? What policies/action plans do you have in place to deal with or deter shoplifting?

The study also revealed that violence remains a major concern, with 73 percent of retailers saying shoplifters are exhibiting more violence.

12/15/2024

Who doesn't love ICE CREAM?! 🍨

Our most recent edition of Friday Finds coincided with National Ice Cream Day - so we figured why not celebrate everyone's favorite frozen treat!

Take a look at these ice cream inspired items worth stocking for your customers! 👇

Froom ice cream scoops and toppings to ice cream inspired giftables, these finds can help your customers enjoy the dessert year-round

12/14/2024

We're not even done Christmas shopping, but we're already thinking ahead to January markets and the Dallas Market Center Total Home & Gift Market! EIC Lenise Willis will be hosting a special panel about the ! 🌟 Stop by if you want to know more about entering the Retailer Excellence Awards (which opens in Jan.), plus pick the brains of past finalists and winners. We'll be discussing social media tips, store event ideas, how to maximize your profits and more! Chatting with Lenise will be Beth Rich of Mix It Up, Abbie Tracy of Apple Blvd Boutique and Pam Hammond and Kelly Jean Cooney of Paddington Station

12/14/2024

We are saddened to learn of the passing of longtime Dallas Market Center president and CEO Bill Winsor. Our thoughts are with the Winsor family and the DMC family 🕯️

Bill Winsor served as president and CEO of Dallas Market Center from 1993-2015 and continued in an active role as chairman emeritus.

12/12/2024

Google has released its top trending searches in the U.S. for 2024 - meaning these are the “trending” queries that had a high spike in traffic over a sustained period in 2024 compared to 2023.

Are there any from the list that surprise you?? Share your thoughts in the comments! 📢👇

Google has released its top trending searches in the U.S. for 2024, highlighting design search terms that had high spikes in traffic.

12/10/2024

The holidays are always so busy and stressful - it can be hard to take a moment to relax. Our editors are fully in the swing of the season and were feeling extra festive for this round of editors' picks! 🎄

Check out these 3 holiday picks our team is loving this season!

Covering everything from holiday décor to gift labels, our editors are enjoying the holiday season with the help of these festive finds.

12/08/2024

Heart on Main Street worked hard to raise money for 3 in-need retailers during .

See how much they raised and read about the retailers who will receive some needed help after a year where natural disasters caused devasting damage.

Heart on Main Street's campaign raised its goal thanks to generous donors and industry partners. Read to see how much and how it will help.

12/07/2024

In honor of Pantone’s recent Color of the Year 2025 announcement, we are celebrating colors of every hue! This week's Friday Finds is full of colorful products across numerous categories that are worthy stocking for your customers.

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In honor of Pantone's recent Color of the Year 2025 announcement, we are celebrating every shade with colorful giftables and more.

12/06/2024

Reps Are Local Too is hosting a free virtual roundtable on Dec. 19!

Titled “Living in a ‘Fair’ World: Navigating Partnerships in a Multi-Channel World,” will dive into the ever-evolving landscape of partnerships in today’s retail landscape and provide insight for reps and vendors alike.

Get all the details on how to attend here 👇

The virtual roundtable will feature a panel of industry experts and encourage conversation about sales rep and vendor relationships.

12/05/2024

Have you seen Pantone's 2025 Color of the Year?? 🤎☕ We're excited to see how Mocha Mousse plays into trending styles in the coming year.

What do you think of the selection? Share your thoughts in the comments! 📢

Pantone is highlighting the search for "everyday pleasures" with its pick for 2025, Pantone 17-1230 Mocha Mousse.

12/05/2024

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12/04/2024

Planning your travel for the upcoming market season? Registration is now open for the Great Lakes Gift Show, making its debut this coming February!

Get all the details on what the show will offer here 👇

The debut show is gearing up for its February 2025 debut and making big plans for its attendees and exhibitors alike.

12/03/2024

Happy ! ❤️ Today, we're thrilled to support Heart on Main Street's campaign to raise funds for retailers affected by this year's natural disasters. All money goes directly to support an independent retailer in need. Anyone who donates to this campaign will be helping Asheville Tea Company, Original Sand Dollar and .

By Heart On Main Street Inc

12/02/2024

Trying to get in touch with your customers? Read this before you send that email!

Half of marketers require over two weeks to produce a single email, yet 67 percent of their consumers report receiving too many emails.