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Tuesday, 16 June 2009 05:31 PM EDT |
 Sharon Cole, director of special sales, Zondervan
What's new in terms of Bible cover colors/designs? "Designer looks, lots of color, seasonal color combinations, similarities to high-end handbags, Bible carriers/covers that coordinate with Bible bindings."
Do men buy Bible covers, and, if so, what types appeal to them? "Zondervan's Bible covers designed for men also appeal to women who don't necessarily want a feminine-looking Bible cover. We try to always include designs in traditional colors, styles and textures that appeal to both men and women."
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Written by Christine D. Johnson
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Tuesday, 16 June 2009 04:45 PM EDT |
Kerusso apparel sales benefit Compassion
 Christian-themed apparel company Kerusso has re-launched its worldwide initiative in partnership with child development and sponsorship organization Compassion International. The new campaign is called "Live for Him: Waiting Children."
A portion of the sale of Kerusso's "Live for Him" apparel will be donated to Compassion. Donation amounts from the sale of each product are $1, adult or youth T-shirts and caps; 50 cents, ring; and 25 cents, wristband. To date, more than $300,000 has been donated through the program, the goal of which is $500,000.
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Written by Christine D. Johnson
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Tuesday, 16 June 2009 04:42 PM EDT |
Father's Day spending down slightly
Father's Day this year brings more of the same for dads across the country: dinner and neckties.
Americans are expected to spend an average of $90.89 on gifts for dad, down slightly from $94.54 last year. Total spending is expected to reach $9.4 billion, according to the National Retail Federation's (NRF) 2009 Father's Day Consumer Intentions and Actions Survey, conducted by BIGresearch.
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Written by Christine D. Johnson
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Tuesday, 16 June 2009 04:40 PM EDT |
Spirit & Truth to launch new leather line
 Spirit & Truth Christian Jewelry Designs introduces its "Leather Collection" bracelets, available next month.
The 3-inch cuff bracelets are adjustable and suitable for men and women. The interior features a comfort-fit suede leather lining.
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Written by Christine D. Johnson
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Tuesday, 16 June 2009 04:36 PM EDT |
Carpentree gets ready for fall
 Carpentree warms to the autumn season with its "Fall Harvest" line, including a mug, coordinating coaster and placemat. The products are available to ship in October.
The mug, which retails for $10, is ceramic and bears the verse "Give thanks to Him: Praise His Name," which runs around the inside of the mug.
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Tuesday, 16 June 2009 04:32 PM EDT |
1. Salina Votive 24S candle (Emkay Candle Co.) $44.55
2. Mother & Daughter figurine, "Willow Tree" (Demdaco) $22
3. Angel of Learning, "Willow Tree" (Demdaco) $10
4. Journey Message cross (Lighthouse Christian Products) $14.99 small, $21.99 large
5. Angel of Prayer, "Willow Tree" (Demdaco) $10
6. Happiness figurine, "Willow Tree" (Demdaco) $12
7. Sign for Love figurine, "Willow Tree" (Demdaco) $10
8. Thinking of You figurine, "Willow Tree" (Demdaco) $10
9. Celebrate figurine, "Willow Tree" (Demdaco) $10
10. Cherish figurine, "Willow Tree" (Demdaco) $19
List based on sales data for May 1-31, 2009, provided by Christian Books & More Gold and used with permission.
See our Top 100 Gifts list in the June 8 issue of the Inspirational Gift Trends magazine.
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Tuesday, 16 June 2009 04:29 PM EDT |
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 "Retailers should understand that their employees need to be trained to share information with collectors who expect to be informed before making their purchases-but the payoff is a return visit or multiple visits to purchase additional pieces for themselves or gifts for friends."
Diane Carnevale Jones, president, Professional Marketing (Game, Set, Match: Anticipating a winning return for collectibles, Inspirational Gift Trends, March 10, 2008)
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Tuesday, 16 June 2009 04:27 PM EDT |
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Does your company have a new gift product coming out soon that you would like thousands of subscribers to know about? Do you have some news the inspirational gift market would be interested in knowing? Contact Managing Editor Christine Johnson with your news at
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Tuesday, 16 June 2009 04:24 PM EDT |
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June 24-30
Holiday and Home Expo/Total Home and Gift Market
Dallas Market Center
Dallas
800-DAL-MKTS (325-6587)
www.dallasmarketcenter.com
July 8-15
The Atlanta International Gift and Home Furnishings Market
AmericasMart Atlanta
Atlanta, Ga.
404-220-3000
www.americasmart.com
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Tuesday, 16 June 2009 04:22 PM EDT |
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Rather than having a come-what-may attitude to whoever walks in the door, many different types of stores have instituted loyalty programs or have particular ways to keep shoppers coming back. Considering how loyal Christian retail customers can be, we ask: How can stores encourage loyalty among their gift customers in particular?
Let us know at
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