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New Anna Griffin Designs from C.R. Gibson Score in Atlanta

Nashville, Tenn. - Don French, president of C.R. Gibson, announced today that new Anna Griffin designs were among the company's best-selling products at the Atlanta Gift Show earlier this month. "Anna's work is rich, textural... more »

Melissa Borrell introduces brand new Pop-Out Pendant designs at the New York Gift Fair

Houston - Melissa Borrell will introduce the latest additions to her globally recognized "Pop-Out Jewelry" collection at the New York International Gift Fair from February 2 to 6, 2008 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention... more »

Ancient Mosaic Studios Opens Showroom at the Chicago Merchandise Mart

CHICAGO, IL - Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. (MMPI) is proud to announce that Ancient Mosaic Studios, a manufacturer of unique Italian marble tabletop alternatives, is opening its first ever showroom on the 15th floor of... more »

Wellspring Introduces the Mobile Gear Sphere

Lancaster, PA - Wellspring, the company that brings art and organization to everyday life, introduces the Mobile Gear Sphere, a new organizational product that brings order to one life's most cluttered spaces—the car. Mobile Gear... more »

New shop brings owners back from Florida

A new Pendleton gift shop owner retired backward — he moved to Indiana from Florida."I made a dumb promise," Sonny Woods said jokingly. "Before we married, I told my wife I would bring her back... more »

Betty’s Gift Shop to Close

Minnesota — After 38 years in business Betty Rupp is taking down her shingle. Although she is selling out her gift shop business, Betty plans on keeping busy giving piano lessons at her home, something... more »

Super Bowl sales kickoff

Despite growing worries about a possible recession, U.S. consumers plan to spend, spend, spend in preparation for Sunday's Super Bowl and local retailers are optimistic they'll see their share of the action.Americans will spend $9.5... more »

Strawberry Bazaar store closing after 38 years in Portsmouth

Portsmouth — Another landmark store is closing.Bickford's restaurant at the Portsmouth traffic circle and KFC on Woodbury Avenue recently announced they will not renew their leases. Now Strawberry Bazaar on Market Street is closing its... more »

Jewelry to Fall Slightly as Valentine’s Day Gift

The average consumer plans to spend $122.98 on Valentine's Day, similar to last year's $119.67, according to a National Retail Federation survey. Total spending on Valentine's Day is expected to reach $17.02 billion.Traditional gifts, such... more »

Inspiration Sets the Stage for Winter 2008 Las Vegas Market, January 28-February 1

Las Vegas - The year's first major international event for home furnishings industry professionals kicks off in high style today in Las Vegas. From products to programming, entertainment to inspiration, cash giveaways to sheer cache,... more »