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There's something magical about decorating a Christmas tree. Whether it's a treasured ornament passed down through generations, a sparkling glass bauble or a playful little character, each decoration has a story to tell. But have you ever wondered where the tradition of hanging ornaments on Christmas trees began?

The retailers seeing the strongest fall sell-through share a common approach: they build displays that feel like a season, not just a shelf of products. Fall merchandising is no longer about placing a few pumpkins near the entrance. It is about creating an atmosphere that customers want to step into and take home with them. The most impactful fall displays this year are built around warmth, texture, and layers that make people linger, pick things up, and come back.

Home is still where people are investing — and in 2026, the way they're decorating tells a clear story. Warmth is winning. Consumers are moving away from stark whites and cool greys toward spaces that feel grounded, personal, and alive.

Flowers are the traditional gift for Mother’s Day, but not all bouquets (however pretty) convey the same meaning. Floriography, the Victorian study of the symbolic language of flowers, can help you choose the perfect way to express your love and admiration for your mother figure, and tell you which flowers might send the wrong message.

If you’re hosting a St. Patrick’s Day party this year, it’s important to not only have a stocked bar, but the right glassware. There are many reasons why certain drinks are served in a particular style of glass. Visual presentation is a factor, but there are also practical reasons bartenders choose glass shapes to serve your favourite cocktail, beer, or glass of wine -- temperature control enhancing the aroma, aeration of the liquid -- there is science behind every glass!

Nothing takes the winter chill out of one’s bones quite like a hot beverage, especially when served with a little tipple. Here are three classic hot cocktail recipes that are sure to warm your spirit, as well as your belly.

As Halloween approaches, it’s time to indulge in the spooky side of home décor. Who better to inspire your haunted housewares than Edgar Allan Poe, the master of literary horror?

September birthdays are truly special, as they mark the transition from the vibrant days of summer to the cozy and beautiful season of autumn.

As we look ahead, it's exciting to think about the giftware trends for the coming year (especially for Christmas!).