Everywhere you go, the stores have empty selves and out-of-stock signs. Several factors are creating this situation: lack of employees, shipping back-ups, and lack of materials. So now this monster of product shortages is about to affect your Christmas season, ugh. Christmas mainstays like decor, gift items, and toys could run low or out early in the shopping season. A considerable part of the issue for Christmas decor is the shipping bog down at American ports. Our vendors have shipments still arriving, but they have no idea when the products will be available for delivery.
Our store has been fortunate so far because we requested early shipping dates. Even with that, we have only received a little over half of our ordered merchandise. There is a ship waiting near Savannah to deliver my most significant order right now. Because of trucking delays, I plan to DIY my delivery by getting the order myself, just me, my pick-up truck, and some Christmas music on the satellite radio. Another way we are fortunate is that we have stock left from last year. While that didn't make use feel good in February, it does now. As a result, we may end up with a better selection than some of the major retailers. I'll take that as a big win. I never thought I might be able to compete with retail giants.
We are not trying to scare you, and this isn't a marketing trick to sell you stuff. Search Christmas shortages 2021 on the internet, and you will see article after article on this topic. We want you to know what is happening and to shop early to avoid disappointment later. As our friends, we've got your back on this situation.
Our plans remain the same. We have a good stock level today and expect to receive additional items in November. But we do urge you to purchase anything that you absolutely love because it may not be in stock for long. We will also be adding the option to pre-order particular merchandise that we know is definitely coming or already in transit, thus providing even more opportunities for you to shop.
We will keep all of our friends updated on our in-stock situation through our newsletter. So, if you haven't signed up yet, what are you waiting for? The sign-up is at the bottom of the home page. In the meantime, grab the things you know you want before they sell out, no matter where you are shopping.