Retailer Resource Blog

  • Consumables: The Secret Ingredient for Year-Round Sales

    New! Consumables: The Secret Ingredient for Year-Round Sales

    Posted: 9/24/2025
    Consumables; from food and beverages to candles, household essentials, and self-care products, are a powerful category for retailers looking to boost sales and encourage repeat visits.

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  • Festive Foot Traffic

    New! Festive Foot Traffic

    Posted: 9/16/2025
    Explore creative in-store fall and holiday event ideas that help boost foot traffic, build community, and increase sales.

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  • A Brighter Fourth Quarter Starts with Candles

    New! A Brighter Fourth Quarter Starts with Candles

    Posted: 8/12/2025
    Stock the scents that spark memories and keep customers coming back this season.

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Summer Buying Guide: Beach & Travel Essentials

Summer Buying Guide: Beach & Travel Essentials

According to the U.S. Travel Association 1 in 4 people plan to travel more for leisure than they did in 2022! Our Beach & Travel Essentials Shopping Guide is here to help make your store a destination for summer shoppers.

Must-Haves from Las Vegas

Must-Haves from Las Vegas

Our marketing team traveled to Las Vegas and highlighted some of our favorite finds straight from the market floor.

Downtown Vegas Dining Options

Downtown Vegas Dining Options

Heading to Vegas for market? You'll definitely want to try some of the incredible food available after a long day of buying - and you will want to make your reservations now!

Must-Haves from Market

Must-Haves from Market

Our marketing team traveled to Dallas and Atlanta and highlighted some of our favorite finds straight from the market floor.

2023 Holiday Trend Predictions

2023 Holiday Trend Predictions

It’s never too early for you to be thinking about Holiday 2023. Our team had the pleasure of talking with product development teams from several brands to identify the themes and trends that are revving up for 2023.

5 Mental Health Tips for Retailers

5 Mental Health Tips for Retailers

If the idea of prioritizing your own mental health feels overwhelming - then that's probably your sign that you need to do it. Discover five mental health tips geared especially for independent retailers that we've gathered straight from conversations with retailers.

Industry Update with Doug Cofiell

Industry Update with Doug Cofiell

Ivystone CEO Doug Cofiell shares industry trends heading into the 4th quarter that will impact the disposable income of consumers shopping at local gift and home retailers in the coming months.

Buying Guide: Seasonal Style

Buying Guide: Seasonal Style

New season, new style! The time has come to accept that summer is over and fall is here. Customers are packing away their linen dresses and denim cutoffs to make room for sweaters, jackets, and scarves to create cozy yet stylish outfits.

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