Walking the Walk at The Home Depot

November 17, 2010

I am so excited to tell you that the Martha Stewart Living product line at The Home Depot is expanding and selling very well. Last week, I travelled to Tennessee and South Carolina with Home Depot executives - Ann Marie Campbell, Frank Bifulco, Gordon Erickson, and Lyne Castonguay - to visit three amazing Home Depots. These visits were unannounced to the stores, a practice that merchants do on a regular basis, as a friendly hello. It was a really exciting day, being introduced personally to the knowledgeable store managers, the affable store associates, and to the customers who frequent The Home Depot. It was also very gratifying for me to see all of our visions, designs, and hard work on display in the stores. And don't forget to watch the Home Depot 'Chant" video below!

: Our first Home Depot visit in Smyrna, TN. Here I am with Gordan “Gordy” Erickson – Home Depot Senior Vice President of Merchandising and MSLO CEO Robin Marino.

: Frank Bifulco, Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer – The Home Depot

: Lyne Castonguay – Vice President, Merchandising at The Home Depot

: Julie, an associate greeted me.

: We have a wonderful holiday lighting line now available at The Home Depot.

: Visit your local Home Depot to view our very beautiful Christmas trees this year.

: I bought some of this great Martha Stewart beaded garland.

: Shopper Connie was interested in what I was buying.

: I was impressed with the light bulb selection.

: May I recommend Martha Stewart Clean?

: Barbara is proud of her 20-years service award from The Home Depot.

: Barbara’s apron boasts a lot of flair.

: Lillian, another highly decorated employee

: In the flooring department, Tony explained how well our carpet line is selling.

: Shopping for a new carpet? Our Martha Stewart Living carpet line is really great. It comes with a lifetime stain and soil warranty.

: This one, called Buckwheat Flour, is a big seller.

: You should also be aware of our window treatment line.

: And the great hardware to hang it on

: It’s a very nice selection.

: Joan wanted to pose with me.

: My mirror line is flying off the shelves. These are well-stocked.

: I jumped in as a sales person for the Martha Stewart kitchen line.

: Our storage and organization – Stackable storage cubbies add style and functionality with a wide array of canvas totes sized perfectly to fit each compartment.

: Walking with District Manager Que – I was very curious about this oil-less infrared turkey fryer. I’ll try it and let you know.

: I’m a big fan of this hardware.

: Check-out with Mel was fast and efficient.

: Posing with Que and Danny

: Headed to our next Home Depot in Hendersonville, TN

: Another store – another tour

: Turn in your old Christmas lights for more energy efficient LED light sets.

: This sign was hanging prominently.

: The Martha Stewart Living Christmas trees are beautiful.

: Shaking hands with a 20-year veteran.

: Mo was blushing to meet me.

: The Martha Stewart Living paint line comes in 280 beautiful colors for interior and exterior, in a smooth, rich, low-odor formula.

: They were having a great appliance sale – big savings!

: Can’t think of the perfect gift? How about one of these clever Home Depot gift cards?

: Have phone, will take photo

: A photo with Thomas

: Here I am with the wonderful team from the Hendersonville, TN Home Depot.

: Robin Marino and I were presented with our very own aprons.

: Kim – sales-woman of the month wanted a photo with me.

: On the way to the airport, we passed by The Grand Ole Opry, which is still closed because of a recent major flood.

: Now in Greer, SC, near historic Greenville, we went to one more Home Depot. This lady was excited about buying a beautiful Martha Stewart Living wreath.