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Sunny Jim’s Marks 50 Years West of Loveland

Loveland, CO - Sunny Jim Walters was a hard candy expert who could roll and fold the candy to produce flowers and hearts and other delicate inventions, said Ida Suppes, current owner of Sunny Jim's... more »

Laughing Dog Brings T-Shirt Designs to Life

Harrisonburg, VA - Nestled between Billy Jack’s and Jack Brown’s is Laughing Dog, a shop that has been a part of the downtown scene since the ’90s. It’s both a gift shop and a custom... more »

Fashion Plays Off of Food-Truck Trend

San Diego, CA -Afternoon sunlight dapples the pink floor and ceiling in Steps to Steelo, a boutique specializing in the flowy, Southern California street fashion San Diegans love.Clothes racks filled with airy blouses, skirts and... more »

Retail Therapy: Clovis Store Revival 23 has Pretty Style, Vintage Items

Clovis, CA - Everything about the new Revival 23 shop in Old Town Clovis is pretty. From the flowy, feminine clothing to the colorful upcycled furniture — even the display shelves are painted a pretty... more »

Crafty New Business Opens in ‘Burg

Wheelersburg, OH - Porter Township residents Kim and Keith Hammond recently opened a business called the Hammond Treasure Chest in Wheelersburg, where they rent space to consigners who deal in crafty home décor, jewelry, sugary... more »

Changes Abound at Gifts Galore

Clinton, IA - Upon entering Gifts Galore, it's easy to see what makes it one of Clinton's premiere retail shops.While the walls are filled with every kind of trinket and household accessory, the smiling faces... more »

Mini Me Pups Pet Boutique Wraps Up Successful First Summer in Saratoga

Saratoga Springs, NY - Downtown Saratoga Springs is known for being dog friendly. From restaurants, shops and hotels, you can bring your four-legged friend just about anywhere; and with plenty of pet stores around, dogs... more »

York Grad Offers Personal Touch at Boutique

York, ME - Working in a Portsmouth, N.H. boutique gave Mikayla Parsons the idea. And when York's Beyond the Sea closed in February 2013, opportunity presented itself and she grabbed it.Parsons purchased the storefront in... more »

A Gift For Every Occasion: Fleur de Lis Gifts Opens in Tottenville

Staten Island, NY - Donna Masucci, Maria Farina and Pina Sciandra love shopping.From one-of-a-kind finds to affordable gifts, the three friends claim they know a "buy" when they see one.With that in mind, the women... more »

Big Businesses Come and Go, But Watermark Remains: Tacoma Gift and Greeting Card Shop Turns 40

Tacoma, WA - After 40 years in business, Karen McGrath is throwing a party.McGrath’s store, Watermark, began life as Phantasmagoria and was located at the Court C retail complex in downtown Tacoma. A move down... more »