by Mike Duff | Jul 22, 2026 | Retail Articles
Michaels is completing the rollout of a new AI-powered shopping assistant built with Google Cloud’s Gemini Enterprise for Customer Experience that the retailer reported already is generating customer engagement. The “Ask Mike” assistant helps...
by Mike Duff | Apr 23, 2026 | Retail Articles
Michaels is launching three summer décor collections designed to deliver seasonal trends at accessible price points as it expands its homewares business alongside its core craft operations. From statement décor and on-trend accents to entertaining essentials,...
by Mike Duff | Apr 2, 2026 | Beverageware, Dinnerware, Home + Housewares, Retail Articles, Tableware
Michaels underscores its lifestyle-focused evolution in a new partnership with potter and designer Jonathan Adler that is launching a collection of craft, home décor and housewares items. Michaels’ Jonathan Adler housewares assortment features tableware,...
by Mike Duff | Jan 28, 2026 | Retail Articles
With spring on the way, Michaels is introducing five new décor collections that incorporate a number of housewares items. With a heavy reliance on its Ashland private label, Michaels styled the new products based on the most influential design and pop culture trends...
by Mike Duff | Jan 26, 2026 | Retail Articles
Analysis by retail traffic tracker and market researcher Placer.ai identified retailers with a particularly good 2026 outlook, and the top prospects include Walmart and the TJX tandem of HomeGoods and Homesense. Placer.ai noted that the diversity of brands featured in...
