Linda McKendry receiving the
Kenneth R. Wilson Memorial Award from the Canadian Business Press by Dawn Dickinson, Editor and Publisher of Southam for "Best Merchandising/ Marketing Article"

ARCHIVED ARTICLES IN PUBLISHED INDUSTRY TRADE MAGAZINES 

Ideas and Inspiration for Independent Retailers!
​Browse articles from Industry Magazines that answer Retailers
"Display Dilemmas" 

A Glass Act: How do I show off my stores Crystal and Glass collection?

A Sensory Experience: How do I appeal to all the senses in my displays?

Bridal Display Basics: How do I showcase different styles to offer brides more options?

Capture Attention: How do I target Valentine's items to more shoppers?

Collecting Customers: What can I do with my products to appeal to more collectors?

Crates, Caddies, & Carts: How do I change displays without the mess?

High Tech & High Touch: How can I use High Tech/Touch to increase sales?

Lighting Up Sales: What is the right type and amount of light for my store?

Making A Scene: What can I do to make the outside of my store great?

Maximum Impact Windows: How do I make an impact with huge windows?

Maximum Impact Windows: International

Maximum Impact Windows: International

Merchandising Magic: How do we get into the "mood" and create displays?

One Display, Three Themes: How do easily I transition from Fall to Christmas?

Opposites Attract: What can I do to reduce clutter and add WOW?

Pushing The Picture: How can I get extreme attention for my store?

Show On, Show Off: What ideas can I take from trade show exhibits as a retailer?

Selling Souvenirs: How can I display my items for tourists and locals?

Show n' Sell: Do I have to know exactly where a product line is going before I purchase it?

Soothing The Senses: How do I create the right atmosphere for my customers?

Spotlighting Bestsellers: Where is the ideal place to showcase our best sellers?

Taking Stock: How can I place my goods to increase bakery sales?

The Store As A Stage: How do I stage my product for a "Great Show"?

Tradition With A Twist: I need some ideas for Christmas and Holiday displays!

Traditions & Trends: Why do colours, patterns, and styles drive trends and sales?

Tried, Tested, & True: How do I give my shop a new look without major renovation?

Wake Up! Smell The Roses!: Products change daily, but my shop feels stale.