Can You Use Pottery Barn Gift Cards At Pottery Barn Kids?
Pottery Barn is an American home furnishing store founded in 1949 in New York City. It specializes in furniture, bedding, bathware, kitchenware and home décor. Pottery Barn Kids, a division of Pottery Barn, was launched in 2009. It offers products for babies, kids and teens including furniture, bedding, toys, clothing and more. Both brands are owned by Williams-Sonoma, Inc. and target middle to high-end consumers.
What is a Pottery Barn Gift Card?
Pottery Barn offers both physical and digital gift cards that can be used to purchase items at Pottery Barn stores and online.
Physical Pottery Barn gift cards are plastic cards that come in pre-set denominations ranging from $25 to $500. They can be purchased online or in stores and mailed directly to the recipient. Physical gift cards must be presented at checkout to redeem.
Digital Pottery Barn gift cards are electronic gift cards that can be purchased online and emailed to the recipient. Digital gift cards come in any denomination from $10 to $500. To use a digital gift card, the code must be entered at checkout on the Pottery Barn website.
Both physical and digital Pottery Barn gift cards do not expire and have no fees. They can be used to purchase items at any Pottery Barn retail store, online at potterybarn.com, or by phone. The gift card balance remains on the card until it is fully spent.
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https://www.potterybarn.com/products/pottery-barn-gift-cards/
https://giftcards.kroger.com/pottery-barn-egift
What is Pottery Barn Kids?
Pottery Barn Kids is a specialty retailer that offers furnishings, accessories, and products for babies, kids, and teens. It is a subsidiary brand of Pottery Barn, which is a portfolio brand of Williams-Sonoma, Inc.
Pottery Barn Kids was launched in 1999 and focuses on decorating kids’ rooms, playrooms, and nurseries. It carries a wide selection of furniture, bedding, lighting, toys, gear, and decor. The brand focuses on quality materials and classic designs that can grow with a child.
Pottery Barn Kids has over 70 retail stores across the United States and Canada. It also operates an ecommerce website at www.potterybarnkids.com that ships to the US, Canada, Australia, and the UK. The website features the full product selection available in stores plus additional online exclusives.
Can Pottery Barn Gift Cards be Used at Pottery Barn Kids?
Yes, Pottery Barn gift cards can be used at Pottery Barn Kids stores, online, and over the phone. According to Pottery Barn’s Gift Card Terms & Conditions, gift cards may be used at Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, and other brands owned by Williams-Sonoma, Inc. This means Pottery Barn gift cards have flexibility to be used across brands.
Additionally, on the Pottery Barn Kids website, they state that their gift cards “can be redeemed at any of our Pottery Barn Kids stores, online or by phone.” They also mention the cards are “redeemable at Pottery Barn” for added flexibility. So Pottery Barn gift cards can definitely be used to make purchases at Pottery Barn Kids.
Using a Pottery Barn Gift Card at Pottery Barn Kids
Pottery Barn gift cards, both physical and digital, can be used to make purchases at Pottery Barn Kids stores and online at potterybarnkids.com. When using a Pottery Barn gift card at a Pottery Barn Kids store, simply present the gift card at checkout, either physically or by showing it on your mobile device. The cashier will apply the gift card balance to your purchase like any other form of payment.
To use a Pottery Barn gift card online at potterybarnkids.com, enter the gift card number and PIN during checkout. The gift card balance will be automatically applied to your order. Both physical and eGift cards purchased at potterybarn.com can be used for Pottery Barn Kids purchases online.
According to Pottery Barn’s Gift Card Terms & Conditions, their gift cards have no expiration date and can be used at any of their brands, including Pottery Barn Kids, in the United States and Puerto Rico.
Limitations
There are some limitations on using Pottery Barn gift cards at Pottery Barn Kids. The main restriction is that Pottery Barn gift cards cannot be used to purchase diapers at Pottery Barn Kids. This policy is outlined on Pottery Barn’s Gift Card Terms and Conditions page, which states that gift cards may not be used to purchase “certain merchandise or services” including “diapers.”
So while Pottery Barn gift cards can be applied to most purchases at Pottery Barn Kids, they cannot be used specifically for buying diapers. This limitation is good to keep in mind if you receive or purchase a Pottery Barn gift card and plan to use it at the kids’ version of the store. Just know that the gift card funds cannot go towards packs of diapers. Otherwise, the Pottery Barn gift card can be used freely at Pottery Barn Kids for other eligible purchases.
Checking Your Balance on a Pottery Barn Gift Card
To check the balance on your Pottery Barn gift card, you have a couple convenient options:
Call the toll-free number on the back of your physical Pottery Barn gift card to speak with a customer service representative who can provide your current balance. Have your gift card number ready to provide.
You can also check your Pottery Barn gift card balance online at https://www.potterybarn.com/customer-service/gc_faq.html. Click “Check Balance” and enter the gift card number and security code to see your available balance. This allows you to easily check your balance anytime.
Checking online or by phone are quick and simple ways to see your current Pottery Barn gift card balance.
Exchanging Pottery Barn Kids Gift Cards
If you have a Pottery Barn Kids gift card that you would like to exchange, you have the option to exchange it for a regular Pottery Barn gift card. This allows you to redeem the value of your Pottery Barn Kids gift card at regular Pottery Barn stores as well as online at potterybarn.com.
To exchange a Pottery Barn Kids gift card for a Pottery Barn gift card, you need to bring the original gift card to a Pottery Barn Kids store location. Let the store associate know you would like to exchange it for a Pottery Barn gift card. They will be able to assist you with exchanging the gift card balance over to a new Pottery Barn branded gift card. This new gift card can then be used at any Pottery Barn store or on their website.
The process is quick and easy. As long as you have the original Pottery Barn Kids gift card, you can exchange it in-store for a Pottery Barn gift card with the equivalent balance. This provides more flexibility in where you can redeem the gift card amount.
Conclusion
In summary, Pottery Barn gift cards can be used at Pottery Barn Kids stores and online. The cards are valid at all brands owned by Williams-Sonoma, including Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, and Pottery Barn Teen. While there are some limitations, such as not being able to use the cards at outlet stores, you can generally use a Pottery Barn gift card seamlessly at Pottery Barn Kids.
Some final tips for using gift cards between the Pottery Barn brands: check the balance by phone or online first, know the expiration date, and hold onto the physical card if you have one. You may need to show the card in-store when making a purchase. Also, be aware that you can’t exchange a Pottery Barn gift card for a Pottery Barn Kids gift card – you have to use the original brand’s card. Overall, Pottery Barn gift cards offer flexibility to shop across Pottery Barn brands, making them a great gift idea.
References
This article was written using information from the following sources:
- The official Pottery Barn website, specifically the Gift Cards and Pottery Barn Kids pages
- The Pottery Barn Kids website, specifically the Gift Cards and Store Locator pages
- The Pottery Barn and Pottery Barn Kids frequently asked questions (FAQ) pages
- Direct experience and knowledge as a long-time Pottery Barn and Pottery Barn Kids customer
