Smucker’s Woodcrafts Releases Line of Small Structures Over the past year Smucker’s Woodcraft has been diversifying their product lines to better satisfy their dealers, and in June 2017 they have introduced a line of mini structures your customers will love. Some of you may recognize these beautiful structures, they were previously made by Smucker’s friend and neighbor A L Woodworks. A L has gone a different direction with their business, and it was a perfect fit to transition this line of product into Smucker’s portfolio. This line of mini-structures is perfect for any backyard, and...

You Don't Want to Miss the All American Furniture Expo Last month I wrote about the 2017 All American Furniture Expo and their new venue. A lot has happened in a month, and the All American Furniture expo is set to hold their biggest show yet! Holding their show at the Utz Arena has allowed the Furniture Expo to showcase over 90 exhibitors, over 20 of which have never showcased with them before! When asked about the growth of the show, show runner Wanda Gregg had this to say. "We are extremely excited about the opportunity to showcase at the Utz Arena in York, PA. This expansion has allowed...

Keystone Wholesale Cash & Carry Hosting Annual Open House On July 24 th and 25 th the Keystone Wholesale Cash & Carry Mall is hosting their annual open house celebration. For the second time since their move to their new building the Wholesale Mall is combining their event with A.T. Imports, whom they share the building with. Manufacturers are decking out their booths with their newest and seasonal products, and as always, Keystone and A.T. are bringing the food! As you arrive in the morning you will be greeted by the smell of Keystone’s famous breakfast sandwiches, and a fresh pot of...

Lancaster County Showcase Hosting 4th Annual Ice-Cream Days When the Lancaster County Showcase holds an event you can count on great products, great people, great discounts, and most importantly, great food! On July 24th and 25th the Lancaster County Showcase will host their 4th annual Ice-Cream Days, an event you certainly do not want to miss! Like all Showcase events, you can expect new products, discounts, and giveaways! Many vendors are offering great specials to be redeemed at the Showcase and in their shops, and the Showcase is offering anything from 5% to 20% off on all orders. Also,...

Since Swing Kingdom opened their doors over a decade ago they have been developing a reputation as one of the most respected and innovative swing set manufacturers in the country. Their most recent innovation is a completely new take on the traditional swing set, encouraging play and fitness like never before. In 2017 Swing Kingdom has introduced Fitness Play, swing set features inspired by the popular American Ninja Warrior television show. Swing Kingdom provides scaled down versions ofsome of the most popular obstacles on American Ninja Warrior , transforming your customers’ backyards into...

Miller Bedrooms Introduces Structura Bedroom Suite Miller Bedrooms is constantly innovating their product lines and following trends, and in 2017 they have introduced their Structura Bedroom Suite. In 2016 Miller expanded their line with beautiful barnwood occasional furniture with great reception. This year Miller Bedrooms has brought barnwood to the bedroom with their beautiful Structura Bedroom Suite. The Structura Bedroom suite features the ever-popular rustic appeal of barnwood, while being accented by metal frames. This metal to wood contrast has become an extremely popular option for...

All American Furniture Expo Preparing for Biggest Show Yet On August 2nd and 3rd the All American Furniture Expo is set to hold their 7th annual furniture show at the Utz Arena in York, Pennsylvania. This will be the first year the show is held at the York Expo Center, making this year's show the biggest yet. At 76,000 square feet this venue is close to double the size of their previous venue, allowing them to feature more hardwood and upholstered furniture and accessories than ever before. The folks at the All American Furniture Expo have been busy since the announcement of their move, the...

Contact Manufacturers Directly to Carry Products at Your Store In 2016 we saw the popularity of American-made products continue to grow, and 2017 is proving to continue that trend. Our featured manufacturers are busier than ever developing new products and serving their dealers. This popularity with American-made products and our manufacturers leaves little time to discuss blog ideas, so I would like to take this opportunity to go over how our site works and how we can serve you, the retail store. Many of our featured manufacturers have received calls from retail stores interested in carrying...

Ames Woodworking Introduces Rustic Country Embossed Furniture Over the last year Ames Woodworking has been working hard to further develop their lines of office and bedroom furniture. 2016 saw the introduction of USB ports to desks and bedside tables, and jewelry drawers to dressers. In 2017 Ames Woodworking is on the forefront of a new wood embossing technology, offering retail stores a truly unique option for their office or bedroom. Ames Woodworking is one of only a few manufacturers in the country with access to this new embossing technology. The wood is fed through heated patterned...

Keystone Wholesale Cash & Carry Mall Holding Anniversary Celebration On May 15 th and 16 th the Keystone Wholesale Cash & Carry Mall is hosting their 12 th anniversary celebration. Buyers are invited to visit the wholesale mall to celebrate 12 years of promoting strictly American-made gifts, crafts, and furniture with food, new products, and giveaways. The wholesale mall’s vendors are pulling out all the stops, stocking their booths with new products and their most popular items. Also, the celebration offers buyers an opportunity to meet some new vendors to the mall. Like any event at...