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Comment on Retail display tips, merchandising ideas and Retail Details news by Retail Details

Retail Details — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:36:17 +0000

Hi Louisa,
Call me Little Miss Mary Sunshine, but I only show the good examples You may notice that I used the phrase, “when used correctly”, when writing about the use of chalkboards in retail displays. In general, I agree with your statement about them, though. The Retail Details blog only features positive examples, but believe me, I see plenty of bad examples. There is actually much to learn from bad displays. I always suggest to visual merchandising students that they use both the good and bad as learning tools.
About handwritten store signs: I’m not a fan. I seldom see an example where a professional sign would not be better suited.
Check out these two links for blog archives where I featured chalkboard paint or decals. Thanks for your comments. ~Becky
http://www.swirlmarketing.com/blog/retaildetails/2010/02/12/chalk-one-up-to-spring-fever/
http://www.swirlmarketing.com/blog/retaildetails/2010/02/25/is-that-a-refrigerator-door-on-your-wall/

Comment on Retail display tips, merchandising ideas and Retail Details news by Louisa

Louisa — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:13:57 +0000

Chalkboards, really? Sure the ones you showed look great, but most that I see are horrible and tackey and I think a bad display choice.
Same with those white boards with colored wipe off markers. BAD.
I hate hand written signage too. What are your thoughts on making your own signs? One thing I do like, though are those stick on wall deals that are chalkboard finish. Do you have any display examples using those?
Thank you
Louisa K. Honey Bunch Kids

Comment on Retail display tips, merchandising ideas and Retail Details news by Retail Details

Retail Details — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 15:11:36 +0000

You are welcome, Mandy! Your display is a great example, worthy of sharing. Send more pics anytime. ~Becky

Comment on Retail display tips, merchandising ideas and Retail Details news by Mandy Saile of Bijou's Whimsy

Mandy Saile of Bijou's Whimsy — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 14:55:34 +0000

Thanks so much for including my display Becky. A great post with lots of great ideals:D

Comment on Retail display tips, merchandising ideas and Retail Details news by Retail Details

Retail Details — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 18:58:26 +0000

Dear Karolinia,
I am so glad you find the blog a useful resource. I don’t teach a class, directly, but the blog is used as a resource for Fashion Merchandising classes at several colleges and trade schools.
If you go to the major gift markets, I can spend a few hours with you for a fee. I love to go “prop shopping” and I can help you find wholesale sources for unique display pieces that will feature the merchandise that you order. I also consult for seasonal store decor.
Thanks for your comment.
~Becky Tyre
Retail Details blog

Comment on Retail display tips, merchandising ideas and Retail Details news by Karolinia

Karolinia — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 18:30:48 +0000

Thanx for showing all these displays. I always look online for ideas but then I never use them. With your blog, I am actually learning about what makes a good display and I am able to use the info in my displays all the time.
You shpould teach a class!
Karolinia, Carousel Children’s

Comment on Back To School Displays and Prop Ideas by Victoria

Victoria — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 21:16:23 +0000

Im going to LA in Sept (im from England) and definitly think I need to pay a visit! x

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Retail Details — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 21:07:49 +0000

Hi Victoria. Opening Ceremony has numerous impressive displays… more to come! Thanks for your comment. ~Becky