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These hand-painted ceramic canisters from CBK are reminiscent of the Old Paris porcelain apothecary jars used in the late 19th century.

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GIFT OF GAB
Maria Weiskott, editor-in-chief, Gifts & Decorative Accessories
June 12, 2008
Go Ahead and Captive-ate Them!
Oh, to be a gift retailer at an airport these days: to be a store with a captive audi...
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DANCER IN THE AISLES
Caroline Kennedy, Executive editor, Gifts & Decorative Accessories
May 28, 2008
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Virtual Merchant Today
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eBay's Fair Share
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Hello, I looking to replace square white ceramic plates (tabletop accessories) pre...
Colleen Torrens - 6/16/2008 7:04:48 PM PT
in response to Foreside Considering Sale

I didn't realize that Honey and Me was being produced overseas. Well that's one more ...
Candi Crouch - 6/9/2008 8:05:53 AM PT
in response to Honey and Me Buys Downeast Candle Makers

There is a lot of negative talk about Enesco's take over of Boyds. Boyd collectors, ...
Sherry Burroughs - 6/4/2008 8:09:02 PM PT
in response to Enesco to Manufacture Boyds Products

I have done business with Nevertherock and have had wonderful experiences with allthe...
Barbara Rowley - 6/4/2008 2:41:14 PM PT
in response to Flowers That Never Fade

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Double Take- Tabletop: Asian Inspiration
Asian motifs continue to go strong in tabletop with many manufacturers offering Asian-inspired collections.

Double Take- TableTop: Roses...
Dinnerware just wouldn’t be the same without a selection of floral plates. This market, floral prints are rooted in tradition, whether incorporating large or small graphics, there is no mistaking the elegance of the patterns.

Double Take- Tabletop: All that Glitters
Gold seemed to be edging out platinum this market. While both metals were shown, and many patterns are offered in both; gold appeared to be the was the favored hue.

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Independent gift retailers need stationery products that not only set them apart from the discounters and big boxes, but from the rest of the retail pack as well. Gifts & Dec introduces you to some who promise to have products that will do the job. Click here.