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The Radar: ATLiens Turns 30, the Michael Halloween, and the Ugly-Cute Takeover
Three moments with real momentum this week, what each one is worth to a small shop, and the order-by dates that decide whether you make money on them.
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The Radar: ATLiens Turns 30, the Michael Halloween, and the Ugly-Cute Takeover
Three moments with real momentum this week, what each one is worth to a small shop, and the order-by dates that decide whether you make money on them.
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Black Santa Wrapping Paper: Where to Find It, How Much You Need, and When to Order for Christmas 2026
Representation under the tree should not require a scavenger hunt. A practical guide to Black Santa gift wrap, with the roll math and the order-by date.
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Funny Baby Onesies for New Parents Who Haven't Finished a Show Since the Hospital
The best baby gift is a joke the parents get at 3 a.m. Sizing, fabric, and the two onesies we make for the sleep-deprived.
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The Holiday Calendar We Plan Around, and the Order-By Date for Each One
Department stores plan the year around a dozen spending moments. Here is the same calendar for a small print-on-demand shop, with the date you have to order by so it actually arrives.
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