Shopping News

Fun Japanese store Daiso to open new Fort Worth location off Camp Bowie

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Shopping alert: Daiso, the global chain that sells fun and affordable stuff, is opening a new location in Fort Worth. According to a release, the store will open at 3501 Bernie Anderson Ave., right off Camp Bowie Boulevard, on June 1.

And in fact they're calling it the store at Camp Bowie.

Daiso is known for its array of items both useful and fun, from household goods to stationery to beauty, and more. The company was founded in Japan, then entered the U.S. market in 2005, headquartered in Anaheim, California.

They made their DFW debut in 2015 with a store in Carrollton and have since opened locations in Dallas, Irving, Plano, Frisco, Euless, Grapevine, Fort Worth, Watauga, and Arlington.

The new store will encompass 9,824 square feet and will be the second in Fort Worth, following one already open at 8967 Tehama Ridge Pkwy.

Daiso carries thousands of products: kitchenware, beauty supplies, stationery, wrapping paper, electronic accessories, greeting cards, party favors, and plushie toys, plus exotic-ish snacks such as wasabi peanuts.

John Clarke, Chief Development Officer for Daiso USA says, "Fort Worth based Daiso customers have shown us through our online business and social media their desire for us to have more stores within the state, influencing our immediate growth strategy in this region. We currently operate 126 units in 7 states with more states opening in 2024."

On opening weekend, on both Saturday, June 1 and Sunday, June 2, the first 100 customers to shop at the Camp Bowie location and make a minimum purchase of $30 will receive a goodie bag. The store will be open 9 am-9 pm and 10 am-8 pm on Sunday.

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Closure News

American Freight furniture chain to shut down 2 Fort Worth-area stores

American Freight

There's a big sale going on at American Freight.

There's a huge sale on furniture going down right now, but for a sad reason: American Freight, a chain of furniture stores operating in dozens of states, is permanently shuttering all 328 locations, due to “sustained inflation and macroeconomic challenges,” according to its parent company.

That includes two Fort Worth-area stores, part of seven stores overall in the Dallas-Fort Worth.

The closing comes after its parent company, Franchise Group, Inc., filed for bankruptcy protection, according to documents filed in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Delaware.

Store closing sales began on November 5, both online and at its 328 locations. Hilco Consumer-Retail is managing these sales for American Freight as the business winds down its operations nationwide. Significant discounts are being offered on the brand's full assortment of inventory.

Shoppers can save up to 30 percent off the lowest ticketed prices storewide. Available items include living room sets, bedroom furniture, dining tables, and a selection of scratch & dent and new in-box appliances, such as refrigerators, washers and dryers.

New inventory is arriving and expected to move quickly, so customers should take advantage of this prime opportunity to enjoy exceptional deals before it's too late.

"Our goal is to deliver outstanding value to customers during this full chain closing sale," said Ian Fredericks, CEO of Hilco Consumer-Retail. "Everything is on sale and must be sold, and we recommend shopping early for the best selection."

During the store closing sales, select American Freight financing and delivery services will remain available to customers, presenting a unique opportunity to shop exceptional discounts with the convenience of flexible payment and home delivery.

The chain has 39 stores in Texas, including 7 in DFW and two in Tarrant County, all closing as follows:

401 Southwest Plaza, Ste 105, Arlington
1265 Town Square Dr, Fort Worth
1825 Westpark Dr Grand Prairie
2964 W Wheatland Rd, Dallas
109 N Greenville Ave, Allen
1215 Marsh Ln, Carrollton
1418 N Town East Blvd, Mesquite

Sale Details
They're offering up to 30 percent off the lowest ticketed prices on furniture, scratch & dent, and new in-box appliances. Discounts are valid in stores and online. All sales are final, of course. Shop now for the best selection while supplies last.

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