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Office
Merchandise to complement an office space, whether at home or in an office complex, serves a purpose and yet is essentially still a splurge. With the ... READ MORE »
Baby
When a given product, such as a baby gift, is not an essential, customers tend to regard it with criteria such as localism, sourcing, packaging, mater... READ MORE »
Sticking Around
Affordable and very expressive, it’s no surprise that stickers such as these from Quiet Lines Design are capturing the imagination in a big way. But... READ MORE »
Holding it All Together
A narrative thread lies at the heart of many a sale. The buzzwords to keep in mind through 2021 are Lifestyle — the theme of this issue — and Sto... READ MORE »
2021 Design Elements that Intrigue
Design elements in stationery and gift product offerings can do the heavy lifting from browser to buyer with enticing offerings that feature clever ve... READ MORE »
COVID-19 Teaches the Benefit of the USPS — and its Limitations
Looking back at the accomplishments of the USPS in 2020 — and what awaits in ‘21 By George White, president, and Rafe Morrissey, vice president ... READ MORE »
2021 Stationery and Gift Product Categories that Meet Consumers’ Needs
Consumers seek creative DIY options, stories that resonate with them, eco-friendly options and unique gift and stationery merchandise. Browse the vari... READ MORE »
Las Vegas Design Center addresses Sherwin-Williams 2021 Colormix Forecast
International Market Centers (IMC) announced that the December installment of Las Vegas Design Center’s (LVDC) monthly First Friday webinar series w... READ MORE »
The Big Picture
With so many brick-and-mortar selling stages altered, social media feeds and websites need to engage and inspire with imagery that brings offerings to... READ MORE »
First Quarter Finnesse
Get your New Year in gear with passionate new finds The fall What's in the Cards features a variety of options to appeal to your customers. Sisterly... READ MORE »