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New Shop Focuses on Personalized Art

Charlevoix, MI - Artistically Yours, a new gallery and gift shop located just south of Charlevoix, is open for business in time for holiday shopping. Owner Eva Flower is a self-described “make-aholic.”“I have been doing... more »

Sorella Boutique Perfect for Every Rebel Gift List

Oxford, MS - Whether you are looking for the perfect ballgame outfit for the Egg Bowl or Christmas gifts that are sure to make your friends and family smile, Sorella Boutique and Interiors has something... more »

Harmony Boutique Owner Expands Offerings at New Store in Time for Holiday Season

Cape May, NJ - Following her family’s footsteps led Carol Anne Futrell to open her first business.“My mother had her own business, and my grandmother had her own business,” she said. “I’d been looking to... more »

Passion Meets Business in Orphans From the Attic

Granite Falls, MN - After years of operating by word of mouth, Orphans From the Attic, a passion project-turned furniture business, has now opened just off downtown Granite Falls.Tanya Hunter, creator and owner, had been operating... more »

Simpsonville Tea Shop Takes Over Former Amanzi Tea Space

Simpsonville, SC - Roger Bowman does not look like a tea person. With his cut to the chase tone and biting wit, he seems more suited for the corporate world than as the owner of... more »

Christmas Lasts Almost All Year in Corvallis

Corvallis, MT - Tony Dees decorates for Christmas early. Really early."I start on April Fools' Day. That's my joke. It's April 1; let's decorate for Christmas," he said. "The entire house is torn up and... more »

Why Is It Important to Shop Local?

Gaylord, MI - 'Tis the season for shopping, and small business owners are encouraging holiday shoppers to patronize their local establishments.“Shop local” is an often-heard directive, but just how does it benefit you and the... more »

South Florida Shops Gear up For Small Business Saturday

Signs are going up, emails are been sent and word is being spread at small businesses across South Florida that the big day is coming.They aren't talking about Gray Thursday or Black Friday.For them, it's... more »

Willow Park Zoo Building New Gift Shop

Logan, UT - Thanksgiving is known as the season of giving. This year the Willow Park Zoo will have gifts to provide.On Nov. 29 the Willow Park Zoo will celebrate the newest addition to the... more »

Small-business Q&A: Personal Touch Can Draw Repeat Customers

Q: I own a women's clothing and accessories boutique. We'll be participating in Small Business Saturday again this year. Last year my sales that day were higher than normal, but didn't really translate into many... more »