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5 Simple Tips to Instagram Success

Instagram is one of the fastest growing social networks and has proven to be an exciting (and effective) place for retailers to connect with shoppers.Instagram just announced that they’ve reached 200 million active monthly users... more »

Mish Mosh Central a ‘Store to Inspire’

Howell, MI - You never know what you might find at Mish Mosh Central.The newly opened shop in Howell is stocked with salvaged barn and building materials, farm relics, vintage furniture, toys, clothing, jewelry, home... more »

The Buzz: Gathered Earth Gets Transplanted

Appleton, WI - Gathered Earth, a garden and vintage gift and decor shop, moved to Appleton and will reopen under its new owner Monday.The shop is now at 3402 N. Richmond St., just south of... more »

Longmont Woman Opening Storefront to Sell Her All-Natural Cosmetics

Longmont, CO - Fans of all-natural cosmetics will soon be able to go into a store to buy Cindy Jones' products, called Colorado Aromatics, rather than pick them up at the Boulder County Farmers Market,... more »

Maude Specklebelly’s to Offer Unique Gift, Clothing Options

Monmouth, IL - The revitalization of Monmouth's downtown district is currently priority No. 1 for many locally.Part of the effort has consisted in the Shops of Monmouth Retail Business Competition, an event held at Monmouth... more »

Candy Shop Launches In The Glen

Glenview, iL - “I’m just a big kid in a candy store,” said Robert Brescia, owner of Glenview's newest candy shop Rocket Fizz.Brescia runs the Glen Town Center shop with his wife Tonya and two... more »

Sweet Smell of Success: Olivu Founder Makes Splash at Emmys

Sheboygan, WI - Between the sweetly fragrant entryway and its chemistry-set kitchen, Olivu 426 has a small spot for its history.In the midst of the do-it-yourself beauty products boutique sits several old rolls of lip... more »

Quilt Store Next Door Opens in Pataskala

Pataskala, OH - Quilting started as a hobby for Shelley Kirkland, but it quickly turned into a passion.Kirkland, 40, turned that passion into a business, recently opening Quilt Store Next Door at 21 W. Depot... more »

New Boutique Opening in Leetonia

Leetonia, OH - It has been more than 30 years since a store like Mimi’s Boutique has been open for business in downtown Leetonia.Owner Debra McCoy said it is a dream come true.“It has been... more »

Luxe Wagon a Boutique on Wheels

New Buffalo, MI - A boutique on wheels can turn up just about anywhere to offer a unique shopping experience.In the case of the La Porte-based Luxe Wagon, the large, light-blue vehicle has brought its... more »