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The Cheesekeeper: A ‘Unique Little Boutique’ in West Belleville

Belleville, IL - At 26, Diane Hamilton swapped selling newspaper advertising for life as a shopkeeper.It's an all-consuming career that began "as a leap of faith."But she felt almost right from the start it would... more »

New Shop Fits Mother and Daughter To a “Tea”

Clermont, FL - When Erika Shanoff was a little girl, her mother Leila would often play “tea party” with her.“We had tea parties at home and she loved it, so I decided to start taking... more »

Jackie Carrington Traded Corporate Life to Open Laila Rose Boutique in Saginaw’s Old Town

Saginaw, MI - Jacqueline "Jackie" Carrington, 38, worked in a corporate setting, in a hair salon and in event planning, but today she is wearing the hat of a small-business owner.Carrington calls her jewelry boutique... more »

‘Shop Local’ Philosophy Boosts Entire Community

Nyack, NY - We're all, by now, more than familiar with the concept of shopping local and supporting small businesses as a way of keeping the unique identities of our communities intact.But really, how much... more »

Flagler Chamber Holds First Cash Mob Event

Flagler County, FL - It may not have been the largest crowd taking part in the Flagler County Chamber of Commerce’s inaugural Cash Mob event, but it was an enthusiastic one.A cash mob is the... more »

Madison Style: Selah Vie Wants to Help People Pause and Reflect

Mount Horeb, WI - Selah Vie serves coffee, tea and sells artisan soaps from a historic red brick building in Mount Horeb.The gallery and gift shop is a culmination of Debbie Haglund’s artisan soap business... more »

Talking Shop: 503 Found is Cannery Village’s Hidden Gem

Newport Beach, CA - It takes a special eye to be able to walk into an empty warehouse and fall in love with the potential.That's what co-founding partners Kim Rodosky and Kim Johnson, of interior... more »

Familiar Downtown Retailer Opens New Store

New Bern, NC - Balloons were bobbing in the breeze and the band was playing Thursday at new downtown New Bern retail shop, South Front Clothing & Accessories.Owners Robyn and Scott Johnston waited for their... more »

Whimsical Name, Serious Shopping at Tate & Tilly

Carrollwood, FL - Finding a unique and special gift for numerous birthdays, anniversaries and special occasions throughout the year can be both stressful and time consuming. According to Tisha DiFelice, owner of Tate & Tilly... more »

Sweet Shop Celebrates Five-Year Anniversary

Los Altos, CA - When Stacy Savides Sullivan opened the Sweet Shop at 994 Los Altos Ave. Aug. 26, 2009, she had one overriding goal in mind for her new business venture: Do more than... more »