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			Giftbeat, founded in 1992, is the only ad-free trade publication focused on independent gift retailers. Our Top Tips & Picks archive features editor Joyce Washnik's monthly email alerts. These free alerts keep you up-to-date on Hot Trends, New Products, Merchandising Ideas and more in between  Giftbeat's printed monthly issues. To learn more, visit  our site.   
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		- Top Tips & Picks/August 3, 2016
 - * Tip: Turn Headlines Into Revenue
 * Pick: Howard's Jewelry Mittens
 * Trend: Las Vegas Market Themes - Top Tips & Picks/June 30, 2016
 - * Tip: Organization Deters Thieves
 * Pick: Rock 'Em Socks
 * Trend: Blues, Pinks In Jewelry - Top Tips & Picks/June 2, 2016
 - * Tip: Ask The Right Questions
 * Pick: Snoozies' "Ugly" Slippers
 * Trend: Cowboy Style For Fall - Top Tips & Picks/May 4, 2016
 - * Tip: Theme Your Workweek
 * Pick: Blankie Tails' Mermaid Blankets
 * Trend: Anklets For Summer Style  - Top Tips & Picks/March 30, 2016
 - * Tip: Vintage Vera Promo
 * Pick: Zad Fashion Earrings
 * Trend: There's An Emoji For That! - Top Tips & Picks/March 9, 2016
 - * Tip: Accept Phone-Based Payments
 * Pick: Walton Wood Farm
 * Trend: Swarovski's Take On 2017 - Top Tips & Picks/February 11, 2016
 - * Tip: The Power of Personal Calls
 * Pick: Blackwater Folk Art Signs
 * Trend: Red, White and Blue - Top Tips & Picks/January 11, 2016
 - * Tip: Make Use of Your Travel Time
 * Pick: Spartina "Mermaids for Military"
 * Trend: Sock it to Me - Top Tips & Picks/December 17, 2015
 - * Tip: A Reinvention Business Book
 * Pick: Mud Pie Cocktail Towels
 * Trend: Home Trends for 2016 - Top Tips & Picks/December 3, 2015
 - * Tip: How to Spot a Thief
 * Pick: Mark Feldstein Emoji Line
 * Trend: Top Food Trends For 2016
  - Top Tips & Picks/November 12, 2015
 - * Tip: Make a Fashion Splash
 * Pick: Pop's Hummingbird Swings
 * Trend: Peekaboo Bridal Gowns - Top Tips & Picks/October 29, 2015
 - * Tip: A Nonprofit For Display Props
 * Pick: Whiskey River Soap
 * Trend: Seen At High Point Market - Top Tips & Picks/September 3, 2015
 - * Tip: Ready-To-Go Gift Bags
 * Pick: McCrea's Unique Caramels
 * Trend: Top 50 Retail Ideas
  - Top Tips & Picks/July 29, 2015
 - * Tip: Reach Out To Realtors 
 * Pick: "Hot Flashes" Nostalgic Signs
 * Trend: Not The Same 'Ol Hoops
  - Top Tips & Picks/July 1, 2015
 - * Tip: Do You Need A Bag? 
 * Pick: Big Picture Farm's Caramels
 * Trend: Gazpacho, Beets & More
  - Top Tips & Picks/June 11, 2015
 - * Tip: A Treasure Hunt
 * Pick: We Live For Saturdays
 * Trend: Butterfly Pendants And More
  - Top Tips & Picks/May 5, 2015
 - * Tip: Add Movement to Your Window
 * Pick: Lenny & Eva's Scarf Wraps
 * Trend: Fashion, The Google Way
  - Top Tips & Picks/April 23, 2015
 - * Tip: A Mobile-Friendly Test
 * Pick: Samoe Style's Spring Line
 * Trend: Top 100 Lifestyle Trends
  - Top Tips & Picks/April 2, 2015
 - * Tip: Promote Clothing For Easter
 * Pick: Leanin' Tree's Foxworthy Line
 * Trend: "Turning The Corner"
  - Top Tips & Picks/March 19, 2015
 - * Tip: Give Employees A Big Discount
 * Pick: Frank Lloyd Wright Candles
 * Trend: "Clean" Is The New Green
  - Top Tips & Picks/March 5, 2015
 - * Tip: Hang It Up -- And Boost Sales!
 * Pick: Zootility's PocketMonkey 
 * Trend: Now Ear This!
  - Top Tips & Picks/Feb. 12, 2015
 - * Tip: Cost-Saving Towel Idea 
 * Pick: Milkbarn's Big Lovey 
 * Trend: Got The Blues For 2016
  - Top Tips & Picks/Jan. 27, 2015
 - * Tip: Make Use Of Downtime
 * Pick: Potting Shed's Grow Bottles 
 * Trend: Pre-Fall Fashion Trends
  - Top Tips & Picks/Jan. 7, 2015
 - * Tip: Engage On Social Media
 * Pick: CBK's "Up in Lights" 
 * Trend: Calling All Foodies
  - Top Tips & Picks/Dec. 18, 2014
 - * Tip: Wrap It Up -- Easily
 * Pick: High Cotton's Doormats 
 * Trend: Kitty Cafes
  - Top Tips & Picks/Dec. 4, 2014
 - * Tip: 'Tis The Season  For Thieves
 * Pick: Best. Spoon. Ever.
 * Trend: Interactive Window Displays - Top Tips & Picks/Nov. 20, 2014
 - * Tip: Engage Your Facebook Fans
 * Pick: Say "Yes" To The No! Pen
 * Trend: Spring/Summer 2015 Fashions - Top Tips & Picks/Nov. 6, 2014
 - * Tip: Beat Facebook's Algorithm
 * Pick: Bee Sweet Honey Stirrers
 * Trend: Spring 2015 Footwear - Top Tips & Picks/October 16, 2014
 - * Tip: A Simple, Natural Display
 * Pick: Cork Pops' Holiday Towels
 * Trend: Jewelry Ideas For Spring '15 - Top Tips & Picks/October 1, 2014
 - * Tip: Make Your Staff The Star
 * Pick: "Flash of Fancy" Tattoos
 * Trend: Spring 2015 Fashion - Top Tips & Picks/September 17, 2014
 - * Tip: Tout Your Bestsellers
 * Pick: "People We Love" Collection
 * Trend: Feeling Blue - Top Tips & Picks/September 3, 2014
 - * Tip: Make Your Pins Sizzle
 * Pick: Foxy Originals' "Stud Love"
 * Trend: Seeing Red - Top Tips & Picks/August 6, 2014
 - * Tip: A Repurposed Birdcage
 * Pick: Julio Designs' State Jewelry
 * Trend: The Downsizing Of Jewelry - Top Tips & Picks/July 16, 2014
 - * Tip: Craig's List To The Rescue
 * Pick: About Face Kray-zee Bells
 * Trend: From Wine To Whiskey
  - Top Tips & Picks/July 2, 2014
 - * Tip: Use Customers As Models
 * Pick: Sugar Lulu's DIY Jewelry Kits
 * Trend: Healthy Indulgence - Top Tips & Picks/June 18, 2014
 - * Tip: Responding To Online Reviews
 * Pick: Rosanna's Zodiac Line
 * Trend: The Future Of Retail - Top Tips & Picks/June 4, 2014
 - * Tip: Painting "Pinspiration
 * Pick: Mountain Mamas' Tunics
 * Trend: Promoted Pins - Top Tips & Picks/May 22, 2014
 - * Tip: A Page-Turning Display
 * Pick: DEI's Farm to Table Collection
 * Trend: Women's Eyes - Top Tips & Picks/May 7, 2014
 - * Tip: Be Consistent On Facebook
 * Pick: Cards From The Heart
 * Trend: Wearable Tech - Top Tips & Picks/April 16, 2014
 - * Tip: Be Your Own Graphic Designer
 * Pick: Drew Derose Designs' Ceramics
 * Bonus Tip: Charles Viancin video link - Top Tips & Picks/April 2, 2014
 - * Tip: Taming Your Inbox
 * Pick: Get Your Favorite Mojo On
 * Bonus Tip: Pinterest Picks - Top Tips & Picks/March 19, 2014
 - * Tip: How To Engage Your Fans
 * Pick: Fun In The Sun Shades
 * Bonus Tip: Scarf Creativity - Top Tips & Picks/March 5, 2014
 - * Tip: Let's Get Personal
 * Pick: An "Ooh-Ahh" Baby Gift
 * Trend: Tropical Influence - Top Tips & Picks/Feb. 19,2014
 - * Tip: Cut Expenses, Boost Profit
 * Pick: Mona B's Recycled Bags
 * Trend: One-Size-Fits-All Capes - Top Tips & Picks/Feb. 5, 2014
 - * Tip: Remember The "Strike Zone"
 * Pick: Alexa's Angels' Wings Collection 
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