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Every January, retailers face the same seasonal shift: customers walk into stores looking for a fresh start. They’re decluttering, reimagining their spaces, and searching for décor that reflects a more intentional lifestyle. After a fast-paced holiday season filled with mass-produced items, handmade home decor becomes the antidote to the noise. But 2026 brings a new layer to this trend. Consumers are increasingly aware of sustainability, ethical production, and the value of owning f …

For retailers, the fourth quarter represents one of the most important sales windows of the year, and stocking the right holiday categories can make a major difference in revenue.  Today’s consumer is more conscious and selective than ever. They want meaningful gifts, ethically made décor, and items that go beyond the generic holiday supply sold in large chains. Artisan-made Christmas ornaments fulfill all these needs while offering strong visual merchandising opportunities. …

Gourds have been used in different parts of the world and different cultures for different purposes from food storage to crafting musical instruments. Some cultures make special gourds Christmas ornaments that take on a unique blend of symbolic meanings, reflecting the natural cycle of harvest and the cultural celebrations of the holiday season.Gourds are used by Indigenous cultures in Africa, Asia, and the Americas, for practical and decorative purposes. Their use and decorations have evolved, …