Gifts & Decorative Accessories back issues from October 2002:
Successful examples: stories that should resonate with all independent retailers, regardless of store size or annual sales. (The View From Here).(Editorial)
Oct 01, 2002; ... A reader in California wrote to tell us that she objected to our selection of 2002 Retailer Excellence Awards store design finalists, which appeared in the July issue. She felt that small stores like hers (in the 900-to-1,500-square-foot range) were not being served by Gifts & Decorative ...
Camille Beckman opens state-of-the-art factory. (Up Front).(in Eagle, Idaho)(Brief Article)
Oct 01, 2002 ... After a number of years in planning, personal care manufacturer Camille Beckman will open a new state-of-the-art factory and retail outlet on 38 acres of land bordering the Boise River in the town of Eagle, Idaho. The 105,000-square-foot facility, built in an English cottage style, ...
Lam Lee garners ARTS award. (Up Front).
Oct 01, 2002 ... Dallas -- The 14th annual ARTS Awards will present Lam Lee of The Lam Lee Group with the Accessories Resource Team Academy of Achievement Award. The award honors an individual in the home decorative accessories industry for entrepreneurial spirit and contributions to the industry. A native ...
Having separated from Hallmark Cards on August 1, 2002, the Greenwich Workshop Inc.(management buyout)(Brief Article)
Oct 01, 2002 ... Having separated from Hallmark Cards on August 1, 2002, the Greenwich Workshop Inc., Shelton, CT, a publisher of ...
Stanley Papel Designs signed a licensing deal with Kaplan LP.(Brief Article)
Oct 01, 2002 ... Stanley Papel Designs signed a licensing deal with Kaplan LP for the ...
Brother and sister Brandin and Tim Myers bought Webster Fine Art Ltd.(North Carolina)(Brief Article)
Oct 01, 2002 ... Brother and sister Brandin and Tim Myers bought Webster Fine Art Ltd., ...
Green Hill Productions.(relocates)(Brief Article)
Oct 01, 2002 ... On the move: music maker Green Hill Productions ...
Umbra.(settles suit against Eddie Bauer)(Brief Article)
Oct 01, 2002 ... Umbra settled its patent infringement lawsuit against Eddie Bauer. The suit involved the patent for Umbra's Ante ...
Textillery Weavers.(first ad campaign)(Brief Article)
Oct 01, 2002 ... Woven accessory company Textillery Weavers will begin its first consumer ...
Following a one-year absence, Enesco Group Inc. signed a multi-year agreement to lease showroom space in AmericasMart Atlanta.(Brief Article)
Oct 01, 2002 ... Following a one-year absence, Enesco Group Inc. signed a multi-year agreement to lease showroom space in AmericasMart ...
Gift Box Corporation of America.(Brief Article)
Oct 01, 2002 ... Gift Box Corporation of America was made the packaging supplier for the PGA Tour. Gift Box will provide a full ...
Coastal artist Paul Brent joined Susan Winget and Warren Kimble.(in Whereoware's online licensing galleries)(Brief Article)
Oct 01, 2002 ... Coastal artist Paul Brent joined Susan Winget and Warren Kimble as the third licensed artist to sign up for ...
Florist Tortu opens U.S. branch. (Industry News).(Brief Article)
Oct 01, 2002 ... Paris -- The Christian Tortu Collection S.A. launched a U.S. subsidiary, Christian Tortu North America Inc., based in Bronxville, NY, and managed by Transmark Partners. Floral designer Tortu owns boutiques around the ...
Source One Intl. Company formed. (Industry News).(Brief Article)
Oct 01, 2002 ... Henderson, NV -- Sales and marketing consultants Spoor & Associates and The Richard Group of Rhode Island joined forces to create Source One International for overseas sourcing and importing of products for gift and decorative accessories ...
New owner of Americana Today. (Industry News).(Brief Article)
Oct 01, 2002 ... Fairport, NY -- Designer and engineer David McArdle acquired tinware manufacturer Americana Today, a supplier to the country home decor industry for more than 20 years. The company has more than 300 different patterns and products manufactured with tools and ...
Boyds raises $1M for kids' fund. (Industry News).(Brief Article)
Oct 01, 2002 ... Gettysburg, PA -- The Boyds Collection Ltd. donated $1 million to the Starlight Children's Foundation, a nonprofit organization benefiting seriously ill children. Every year, Boyds donates 100 percent of its profits from the sale of a ...
NTGA sets annual conference. (Industry News).
Oct 01, 2002 ... New York -- The National Tabletop & Giftware Association (NTGA) will hold its annual conference on October 24, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at New York's Kitano Hotel. Speakers will present information on how tabletop and giftware ...
Market Square triples resources. (Industry News).(for trade shows, High Point, North Carolina)(Brief Article)
Oct 01, 2002 ... High Point, NC -- Merchandise Mart Properties Inc. announced that its Market Square building will triple the resources on its ground level for the Fall International Home ...
Urban expands resort gift expo. (Industry News).
Oct 01, 2002 ... Atlanta -- Urban Expositions expanded exhibit space for the November 17-20 East Coast Resort Gift Expo to incorporate the second floor meeting rooms of the Ocean City ...
Windy city's one of a kind show. (Industry News).
Oct 01, 2002 ... Chicago -- The One of a Kind Show and Sale returns to Chicago's Merchandise Mart, December 5-8, with a preview event the evening of December 4. Items ...
Atlanta garden division renamed. (Industry News).
Oct 01, 2002 ... White Plains, NY -- George Little Management and Urban Expositions announced that the newly named Garden & Floral Accents division will debut at the 2nd edition of The Gift Fair in Atlanta, January 10-13, ...
Going for the Big Ones: it takes no more time to sell a big deal than a small deal. But it requires strategy, marketing, and confidence. (Manufacturers And Reps).
Oct 01, 2002; ... I believe that sales should be an industry of it's own. There may be a number of slight differences selling a product (tangible) versus selling a service (intangible), but otherwise, selling is selling. A good closer should be able to sell anything to anybody. Over the years, ...
Home for the holidays: `tis the season to be calm and peaceful: display your stores with pride, warmth, and good will. (Visual Merchandising).
Oct 01, 2002; ... As the holidays approach, Americans are dealing with the reality of living in a land that doesn't feel as safe as it once did. Many feel a need to turn to home and Family. To meet that need, gift shops should gear holiday displays toward expressing the warmth of the home and peace on ...
Perfect matches: celebrity designers and tabletop manufacturers exchange vows and create excitement in the bridal market. (Tabletop).
Oct 01, 2002; ... Setting the table is getting to be a glamorous affair these days. In recent years, marquee names from the fashion and entertainment industries have broken into the business of creating tabletop patterns, and the term "dressing for dinner" has taken on a whole new meaning. More ...
Get in the groove. (Tabletop And Accessories).
Oct 01, 2002 ... Funky designs with a retro '60s feel update traditional tabletop and home accessories to attract a more youthful customer. Abstract and op art motifs are chic and happening today. A. Pod tumbler comes in red and holds 12 oz. $28 for a set of four. Angela Adams, Portland, ME ....
Red hot! (Tabletop And Accessories).
Oct 01, 2002 ... Red is the color of the season in glassware and ceramics. Used sparingly, red draws attention to a specific area; used in profusion, red makes a grand statement. So fill a red vase with fresh flowers or set a table with red stemware and watch sales get red hot! A. High-heel red ...
Delicious dishes. (Tabletop And Accessories).
Oct 01, 2002 ... Use vignettes to show brides different approaches to home entertaining. For an informal gathering, set tables with fun, casual dessert plates that dish out a merry mood along with the cake and coffee. A. Links ceramic dessert plates are also available in brown and black. $58 ...
Accents with accent. (Tabletop And Accessories).
Oct 01, 2002 ... The colors, subject matter, and shapes of these country-style pieces speak with a distinct French accent. They add warmth and dash to any display. A. French country teapot is made of stoneware and is dishwasher-and microwave-safe. 6 1/2"x9"x5 1/2". The Foreside Co., Gorham, ME ....
Ooh la la! (Tabletop And Accessories).
Oct 01, 2002 ... Turn a corner of your shop into a French market or bistro featuring an array of accessories with images of Paris and Provence. Cross-merchandise with a selection of "Gallic" gourmet food products. A. Bon Apetit print is added to a vintage style cabinet door with antiqued brass ...
Dressed for success. (Tabletop And Accessories).
Oct 01, 2002 ... Placemats, tablecloths, runners--linens are the backdrop that ties a table setting together. Offer a selection that sets the proper tone for any occasion, from afternoon tea to formal dinner. A. Spring Fling tablecloth features silk flowers beneath an organdy overlay. 52"x52" ....
Gifts for the gourmet. (Gifts And Accents).
Oct 01, 2002 ... Emeril and his fellow chefs have made gourmet cooking a popular pastime. Cash in on the cuisine boom with aprons, cookbooks, and gourmet products. First Edition apron is 100 percent cotton. $21. Cally & Co., div. Of Ulster Weavers H.F. Corp., Swedesboro, NJ. (856) 241-8561. All ...
Candle power. (Tabletop And Accessories).
Oct 01, 2002 ... While the soft glow of a burning candle sets the mood in a room, it's the candleholder that makes the decorative statement. Offer a variety of styles to give customers a selection of lighting options. For add-on sales, suggest an extra set of candles. A. Quartet is made up of ...
One on one. (Bridal).
Oct 01, 2002 ... Get personal with your bridal customers by offering wedding tokens and gifts that can be customized to commemorate special day. Medallions by Terragrafics black faux leather frame has an engraveable brushed silver medallion. 4"x6", $20; 5"x7" $25. Burnes of Boston, N ....
CBK Ltd. (Sassy Accents).(table clocks)(Brief Article)
Oct 01, 2002 ... Round jeweled table clocks from CBK Ltd. have an Old World charm to them. These decorative time pieces feature a brass finish and an acrylic easel back. They are available ...
Warisan. (Sassy Accents).(tableware)(Brief Article)
Oct 01, 2002 ... Warisan offers a wide range of gifts from Bali, including a condiment set made from buffalo horn. The plate features ...
Fenton Art Glass Co. (Crystal Clear).(Brief Article)
Oct 01, 2002 ... The Sunset Diamond Lace Epergne is the latest in Fenton's collection. The glass epergne features a base and three ...
Behrenberg Glass Co. (Crystal Clear).(Brief Article)
Oct 01, 2002 ... Behrenberg Glass offers an extensive selection of decorative glass and glass dinnerware. Included in the collection are the Square and Round lines in ...
Synergy Designs. (Table Decor).(Brief Article)
Oct 01, 2002 ... The new Fusion dinnerware pattern from Synergy Designs features an Asian look, combining opaque, seafoam-tinted glass with strands ...
Our Name is Mud. (Table Decor).(Brief Article)
Oct 01, 2002 ... For fun and funky tableware and accessories, check out Our Name is Mud. The ceramic line includes a black and white swirled design, a colored swirl design, ...
Shaw Rugs. (Rug Time).(new Tommy Bahama design rugs)(Brief Article)
Oct 01, 2002 ... Tommy Bahama added three new designs to its rug collection. Windward Island features a beige field with a border of tropical flowers and foliage ....
Homefires. (Rug Time).(new rug designs)(Brief Article)
Oct 01, 2002 ... There are three new rug designs from Homefires, as well. Festival, by Cynthia MacCollum, features ribbons of flowers. It is available in three sizes: 2'x3' 3'x5, and ...
Unique Candles. (That Personal Touch).(Brief Article)
Oct 01, 2002 ... Unique Candles offers a line that can be customized for just about any occasion. The heart and flower shapes are ideal for a bridal shower as ...
Royal Arts. (That Personal Touch).
Oct 01, 2002 ... Give the gift that will last a lifetime. Royal Arts offers a selection of family trees. There are a number of styles ...
Housewares America Inc. (Easy As Pie).
Oct 01, 2002 ... Cutting cake is now a piece of cake with Debbie Meyer's Kake Kut'r. This new utensil allows you to cut and serve cake without the mess. In three styles: ...
Intromark Inc. (Easy As Pie).
Oct 01, 2002 ... The Amazing Pop-Up Gardens is a complete mini-garden in a 6"x 3"x1" box, which also serves as a mailer. The kit includes a ...
Easels by Amron. (Easy As Pie).
Oct 01, 2002 ... No more room on the walls? Display wall decor on an easel and fill an empty space on a table or on the floor. The polished aluminum easel from Easels by ...
Courting sales: sterling displays and flawless customer service will encourage brides to "buy" the extra mile. (Stationery).
Oct 01, 2002; ... Claudia Laub Letterpress of Los Angeles focuses primarily on its wholesale segments, but president Jonathan Herpick wanted shoppers entering Laub's 800-square-foot boutique to feel like they'd reached the venue for out-of-this-world wedding printing. So he created a towering eight-foot ...
In full bloom. (Stationery).
Oct 01, 2002 ... An integral part of any wedding, flowers are a popular motif on bridal papers. Your selection should :include a range of floral offerings and prices. A. Napkin ring features an actual pressed flower on its surface. Each package includes clear stickers; 12 types of flowers and ...
Out-of-the-box touches. (Stationery).
Oct 01, 2002 ... For add-on sales that make your store the place brides want to shop for wedding accessories, offer an array of small touches such as confetti, favor boxer and bags, and table adornments. A. From an impressive new collection, organdy drawstring bags and beaded floral picks can be ...
A splash of fun. (Stationery).
Oct 01, 2002 ... Components that bring a smile to the lips brighten up bridal displays as they set you apart from competitors. Collage queen Anne Taintor presents Blushing Bride Coasters. Six images. $23. Magnet gift set also available. Anne Taintor, Youngsville, NM. (505) 638-5919. ...
Pressing matters. (Stationery).
Oct 01, 2002 ... The centuries-old letterpress printing technique is again chic, with modern styles presented in passionate reds and cool blues to attract today's fashion-driven brides. A. Save-the-date coaster has room for details on its reverse. $12 for a box of six. Snow & Graham, Chicago ....
Studies in simplicity. (Stationery).
Oct 01, 2002 ... Today's freshest invitations combine eye-catching icons with clever designs to create a crisp, modern edge. Room to Choose foldover comes with colorful stickers that allow hostesses to customize parties. Fill-in. $12/ten. Greta Berger, Cincinnati, OH. (513) 289-1209. ...
Minding manners. (Stationery).
Oct 01, 2002 ... It's not only today's brides who are unclear about modern etiquette--the rest of us are too. These guides tackle the subject with sincerity and humor. A. From the Gentlemanners Series, How to Be a Lady is a practical guide for the new century without being snobbish, boring, or ...
Updated classics. (Stationery).
Oct 01, 2002 ... Features such as scalloped edges and dimensional details set these bridal frames apart from their more conservative predecessors. Silver service frame with 5"x7" opening and raised rope design is $19.99 Fetco, Randolph, MA. (877) 963-3468. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...
Irresistible indulgences. (Frames, Etc.).
Oct 01, 2002 ... Memory albums convey the idea of luxury through "touch-me" textures, ribbon binding, fabric details, button closures, and minimalist design, as well as quality materials. A. The Bedazzled Collection features iridescent fabrics, ribbons, and shell button closures. Guestbook, ...
Impressions By Briana. (Short Takes).
Oct 01, 2002 ... If you are considering carrying favors, check out the offerings from Impressions by Briana. Custom imprinted ribbons, personalized napkins, matches, and notepads are available, as are seating cards, favor clusters, favor envelopes, and seed envelopes ...
Mountaincow. (Short Takes).
Oct 01, 2002 ... Now you can sell software that allows couples to create their own wedding stationery on a PC. PrintingPress Wedding lets users create placecards, programs, even the invitation and ...
Beverly Clark Collection. (Short Takes).(Planning a Wedding to Remember)(Book Review)
Oct 01, 2002 ... Today's brides have a great resource: the sixth edition of Planning a Wedding to Remember. Previous editions have sold 2 1/2 million copies since 1985; the latest edition is updated and completely ...
Back in the Day. (Short Takes).
Oct 01, 2002 ... Here's a timely idea: Digital invitations on CD-ROM take invitations to a new level with such features as video, music, images, speech, and Web and e-mail links. They can even incorporate directions and maps, an automatic ...
Animal instincts. (Collectible Gifts).
Oct 01, 2002 ... Realistic or whimsical, wild or tame, animals appeal to collectors of all ages. To create some "beastly" excitement, build an Earth Day display around endangered species, cross-merchandise with plush, or hold a raffle in support of your local zoo. A. Paper tiger, by M. Pena, ...
Magically wonderful. (Collectible Gifts).
Oct 01, 2002 ... In the fun spirit of fantasy, dragons, dryads, mermaids, and leprechauns pick up where fairies leave off. Monique the Mermaid says "Hello Sailor" inside. $49.50. Kevin Francis Face Pots, Evanston, IL. (847) 570-4867. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] All prices ...
Functional flowers. (Collection Gifts).
Oct 01, 2002 ... These artistic florals combine classic collectible appeal with functional value. Real utility means their beauty can be enjoyed on many levels. Vase is part of the Amata Art Nouveau-inspired line of 99 artist signed and numbered pieces. $70-$200. Foreign Advisory, Princess Anne, ...
A new look. (Collectible Gifts).
Oct 01, 2002 ... Recently introduced African-American collectible lines offer consumers younger, more Whimsical styles. FlakeLing Tales line by Thomas Blackshear features Snowflake. 4"-6". Resin and mixed media. $17.50-$34.50. Willitts Designs, Petaluma, CA. (800) 358-9184. ...
Short take. (Collectible Gifts).(Correction Notice)
Oct 01, 2002 ... In the July issue of Gifts & Dec, two product photographs appeared on page 126 with captions reversed. They are presented here correctly. Real People Collection resin figurines by Erika Oiler are $19.99 each. Bottman ...
All dolled up. (Collectible Gifts).
Oct 01, 2002 ... Artist-designed, limited-edition, and collector's dolls combine nostalgic appeal with a fun and funky sensibility. Each works as a decorative accent or as part of a collection. A. Haute Half Doll, from the new Marie Osmond Dolls Collection, has a functional pin cushion bottom ...