by Ashley Buckowing, Graphic Designer I don’t know about you, but if loving the Zuppa from Olive Garden is basic, I don’t want to be unique. This recipe is the perfect soup for Fall! Plus, there are also slow cooker and pressure cooker options for easier prep. 1 pound ground Italian sausage3 garlic cloves, minced1 medium white onion,...
by Ashley Buckowing, Graphic Designer As we round the corner into fall, it’s time to start thinking about cold-weather styles and accessories. I’m here to submit a long-overlooked elegant staple: the pearl. To anyone who knows me, my advocacy here would be surprising, as pearls have never been my favorite. However, with a little luxe metal and...
by Ashley Buckowing, Graphic Designer Everyone knows Barbie. Regardless of age, generation, and gender, Barbie is the most popular doll. I spent much of my childhood collecting new outfits, cars, Dream Houses (oh my!) and even the motorized lifesize Barbie Jeep was my go-to ride. But that little girl grew up and learned a thing or two...
By Ashley Buckowing, Graphic Designer Fruchtman is excited to announce that Fortunoff Fine Jewelry has joined our ever-expanding list of clients! Fortunoff prides itself on personalizing your gift-buying journey in the digital space. “In 2010, FortunoffJewelry.com launched to great acclaim. In 2021 we closed our jewelry boutique in Westbury to concentrate our efforts on the digital space, where...
By Ashley Buckowing, Graphic Designer The winter holiday season is the most profitable time of year for retailers. That means that you need to start planning well in advance, and it’s our suggestion that planning starts in July. Here are a few steps to get yourself in the holiday spirit: Plan, plan, plan! Make sure you gather...
by Ashley Buckowing, Graphic Designer One of my favorite indulgent summertime dishes! A savory take on a classic recipe will have you coming back for more and more! 1 package pasta (my favorite is bowtie, but rotini is common!)1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup sour cream1 package dry ranch seasoning mix1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 cup milk8 slices cooked bacon, chopped1...
By Ashley Buckowing, Graphic Designer JCK is right around the corner and we are gearing up for another great year! Take a peek at the MISSION: SALES magazine created by Centurion to see what are the hottest sellers, exhibitors and some great insights to the show in their feature stories. You can also view the past year’s...
By Ashley Buckowing, Graphic Designer Americans love their moms, and we prove this by showering our mothers with gifts every year on the second Sunday in May. Mother’s Day is the fourth highest grossing holiday of the year, even topping Valentine’s Day in jewelry sales! If you were as shocked as we were to hear this fact,...
by Ashley Buckowing, Graphic Designer While pandemic jewelry sales were plentiful, retailers need to focus on what to do in the aftermath of a market high. Customer retention is one of the most important, and effective, ways to keep sales not only steady, but improving. According to National Jeweler, customers want to be courted. It shouldn’t matter if...
by Ashley Buckowing, Graphic Designer Celebrate the coming warm weather and St. Patricks Day with this refreshing and festive cocktail! 4 oz gin2 oz Chartreuse4 oz freshly squeezed lime juice3 oz simple syrup4 cups peeled and diced cucumber1/2 cup waterIcefresh mint (optional) Blend cucumber and water in a high speed blender and then strain juice through a fine mesh...