Items tagged “Furnishings & Decor”

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A growth spurt expected for juvenile industry

2007 kicked off the second largest baby boom in U.S. history, according to the National Center for Health Statistics. This presents today’s gift and home furnishings retailers a unique opportunity to grow their businesses and increase crossover customers.

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The Chicago Market / (312) 527-7600

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Welcome New Arrivals to a Room of Possibilities

By The Giggle Guide

Shopping for baby’s room is one of the most exhilarating “remodeling” projects parents undertake during their life, and children’s retailers have the fortunate opportunity to be part of this memorable experience. By creating inviting and inspiring room settings, retailers will help shoppers visualize the furnishings and accessories in their own homes. Including a range of standout nursery products from made-in-the USA suppliers such as Tree by Kerri Lee, Bratt Décor and LuvStuff can help spark customers’ imaginations and ignite a roomful of sales!

Retail Reality

Closic's Makes Customers Feel at Home

By The Giggle Guide

Opened in 1971, Closic’s Baby & Teen has grown to become the largest children’s furniture and accessories retailer in Delaware Valley. The two-story, 14,000 square-foot showplace prides itself in making new and growing families feel at home. The first floor is dedicated to infants and the nursery, while the second floor is geared toward children and young adults. Zora Sawyer shares how she “grew” into owning and managing Closic’s and how being a good listener has helped her satisfy customers with children, from crib to college.

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Show Reports

Vegas Kids: Growing Up Lauded as Growing Industry

By david gaunt

Vegas Kids - World Market Center - Las Vegas, Nevada (8/2/10 - 8/6/10)

The youth furnishings industry has remained strong in recent years and the newly expanded Vegas KidsTM will show retailers and designers how to take advantage of that momentum during Summer Las Vegas Market, August 2 – 6, at World Market Center Las Vegas.

Building upon Las Vegas Market’s outstanding roster of youth furnishings and décor manufacturers, this newly expanded showcase located on the fourth floor of Building C this August, will bring together more unique youth resources as well as educational sessions designed to drive new sales.

Show Reports

‘Alfresco, A Taste of Las Vegas’ To Be an Entertaining Culinary Experience at August Las Vegas Market

By david gaunt

Vegas Kids - World Market Center - Las Vegas, Nevada (8/2/10 - 8/6/10)

World Market Center Las Vegas is proud to announce an encore to last Market’s crowd-pleasing opening night celebration. The second annual “Alfresco, A Taste of Las Vegas” will bring together flavors that tantalize during an unforgettable Las Vegas evening, Monday, August 2, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on opening night of Summer Las Vegas Market, Gift+Home and Vegas Kids.

Rep Wrapup

Carolina Baby Co. Hits the Road with Southern Hospitality

By The Giggle Guide

Jim and Marlo Poole started Carolina Baby Company in November, 2007 after relocating from Southern California to the Southeast. They represent some of the finest baby and children’s gifts, gear, apparel, toys and accessories. They are well-known for “Poole-ing” their many resources and sharing their experiences to help their customers succeed.

Here, Marlo shares her insights on what makes for a good rep/manufacturer/retailer relationship, and what Carolina Baby Company does to build strong, and personal, business relationships.

Features

Dallas Gift Market Celebrates Big 50th Anniversary!

By Sara Clement

Everything’s bigger in Texas, including the Dallas Total Home & Gift Market’s 50th anniversary, June 23rd thru 29th! This comprehensive wholesale merchandise resource amps up the “WOW!” factor by bringing buyers and exhibitors together to show off the newest products and the hottest trends in children’s products. This is one show you won’t want to miss, and we thought we’d entice you with a few colossal showstoppers from Judith Edwards Designs, Cherished Moments, Custom Woodz, and MaryJack Studios.

News Updates

The Chicago Market: Living & Giving^® Presents A Shop “LATE NIGHT” Charity Event

Posted by The Chicago Market - 6/20/10

With Chicago’s Top Celebrity Chefs Saturday, July 24, 6-8pm

The Chicago Market: Living and Giving^® hosts its “Shop Late Night” charity shopping event on Saturday, July 24, 2010. Attendees of the “Late Night” will enjoy an evening of late night shopping, celebrity chefs, international wines and great entertainment.

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The Chicago Market / (312) 527-7600

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Baby Shop Hop: A unique online event for Retailers to Grow their Business, where your advertising investment is guaranteed!

Posted by Baby Shop Hop - 6/18/10

Baby Shop Hop announces the Baby Shop Hop, coming July 15 - August 15, 2010
www.babyshophop.com

Baby Shop Hop invites all Retailers (and Manufacturers) with online stores to participate in the mid-July Baby Shop Hop, a unique online event that is guaranteed to grow your business AND give back!

What is an online Shop Hop?

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Amanda McKinley / (303) 817-8720

News Updates

Shop Hop Productions Aims to Raise $5,000 for Child-Related Charity through Contests, Giveaways and Mid-July Baby Shop Hop

Posted by Baby Shop Hop - 6/18/10

Shop Hop Productions announces the Baby Shop Hop, an online shopathon that provides Baby Industry Businesses a guaranteed way to grow their business while giving back to the community, and gives Shop Hoppers a reason to shop for a cause.

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Amanda McKinley / (303) 817-8720

News Updates

The Chicago Market features Jerry Greenfield of Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream For Keynote Speaker

Posted by The Chicago Market - 6/16/10

The Chicago Market: Living and Giving^® is proud to announce that Jerry Greenfield, co-founder of Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream will lead the keynote presentation at this year’s July Market, on Monday July 26.

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The Chicago Market / (312) 527-7600

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Child to Cherish Named Favorite in Christening and Personalized Gifts

Posted by Child to Cherish - 6/4/10

Retailers Vote in Baby & Children’s Product News Survey

Child to Cherish, a leading brand of infant/toddler gifts and keepsakes, won retailers’ popular vote in two product categories in a competition sponsored by Baby & Children’s Product News.

Child to Cherish was named the first-place favorite in the Personalized Products category and the second-place finisher in the Christening Gifts category.

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Taylor Lowe / (714) 990-1590

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