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Group of artists steps in, remotely, to help Omro Gallery
Omro, Wisconsin – Some days Jill Hennes doesn't even make it into her shop with the art pieces that have begun arriving by mail from artists around the country. She sells them before she can... more »
Bravery in the face of recession
With consumers watching their spending, credit tougher to obtain and unemployment rising, this might seem an inopportune time to launch a small business.Some local entrepreneurs are thinking differently. They say they are mindful of the... more »
A gift to the community, the patients
When the weather is too cold and windy in the winter or hot and muggy in the summer to go outside for a break, there's a place in both local hospitals visitors can go for... more »
Tastemakers: Cleveland woman folds works of origami art for jewelry, more
Her fingers fly over a square of paper no bigger than an inch and a half. In about 30 seconds at her dining room table, Ginger Wankewycz has folded a delicate crane the size of... more »
Chattanooga: Longtime gift shop on market
Signal Mountain, TN — It could be said that Connie Blunt became a business owner by accident.The Signal Mountain resident started her gift shop 28 years ago by selling items she bought during overseas trips."It... more »
Island Cowgirl Jewelry Goes Green!
Huntington Beach, CA—Island Cowgirl jewelry designer, Heather Kraty, is doing her part for the environment by switching by creating all of this season's collection from recycled silver. Heather has always taken pride in creating all... more »
Online Registration Now Open for August 2009 NYIGF
White Plains, NY — Beginning today, retailers can register online for the summer edition of the New York International Gift Fair® (NYIGF®), which takes place Saturday, August 15, through Thursday, August 20, at the Jacob... more »
Local businesses strive to survive
Arlington, MA - Sales may be flagging at La Ladybug Boutique in Arlington center, but owner Kathleen Keady is trying to stay upbeat despite the deep economic recession. "Residents of Arlington are very conscientious," says... more »
Lots of New Sassy Saks™ & Sassy Totes Hit Store Shelves
Keene, NH - Talk about fashion fun, Douglas Company is debuting ten new pet carrying Sassy Pet Saks™. This award-winning line-up will have "every girl" drooling with delight. For dress up or play, there is... more »
Miss Tami’s Tea Room and Cottage Expressions
On the girly scale of one to 10—one being a girl who loves football and owns a sports jersey, and 10 being one who has lace curtains and owns floral dresses—Miss Tami's Tea Room and... more »
Businesswoman’s new gift for crafty shoppers in Tadcaster
Defying the recession – that's Debbie Tyrell, who has opened up a new gift shop in Tadcaster.Debbie said Ivy Cottage gifts and interiors would be selling crafts and other items made by people within the... more »
Helen Brett Enterprises’ Mid-south Jewelry and Accessories Fair in Memphis Celebrates 19th Year
Memphis, TN − The Memphis Mid-South Jewelry & Accessories Fair celebrates its 19th anniversary show at the Memphis Cook Convention Center April 25-27, 2009 while its promoter, Helen Brett Enterprises marks its 35th year of... more »