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A Second Chance: Business Moves to Waverly, Opens Doors

Waverly, OH - In October 2013, Peggy Kuhn opened her business, Thelma & Louise’s Primitive Shop, near Zahn’s Corner. After five months, Kuhn had planned to close the business, due to a location that kept... more »

Gretna Woman Opens Unique Specialty Store in Downtown

Gretna, NE - The Cottage…On The Red Brick Road is more than just a metaphor for one Gretna woman and her 10 friends.It’s a dream of Kim Gazada-Davis’ that is coming to fruition with her... more »

New Shop Continues Owners’ Long Toy Story

Newport Beach, CA - A tangle of deep green ivy surrounded the round anchor sign as if Toys Ahoy had been there for years, tucked among the high-end boutiques in Newport Beach's Westcliff Court.And indeed,... more »

The National Chef to Open Chocolate Shop in Five Points

Athens, GA - A new chocolate shop opening in the Five Points neighborhood will offer a behind-the-scenes look at how the sweet treat is produced.The National chef Peter Dale and brother Nick Dale plan to... more »

Cross-stitch and Embroidery Shop New to OTR

Cincinnati, OH - The Hoop & Needle, a cross-stitch and embroidery shop, had its grand opening during Over-the-Rhine’s Second Sunday in June.The 750-square-foot shop boasts cross-stitch and embroidery supplies, including modern and edgy patterns, kits... more »

Rare Device Opens Second Shop in Noe Valley

San Francisco, CA - Nestled between Noe Valley Bakery and Chocolate Covered in Noe Valley's bustling 24th Street shopping district, design and gift boutique Rare Device's second location (which opened in July) has the same... more »

TJ’s Flowers & Gifts: 35 Years and Going Strong

Licking, MO - On Aug. 1, 1979, Joan Brannam launched TJ’s Plaster Crafts out on Highway 32, in the front part of the building where Rustic Haven Flea Market is now located.Eighteen years later, the... more »

The Little House Shop in Wayne — Catering to Main Line Tastes For 80 Years

Wayne, PA - Now celebrating its 80th anniversary, The Little House Shop in Wayne is full of eclectic items chosen to tantalize and tempt Main Line residents.Longtime managers Anne Henderson and Scott Weber know their... more »

Red Balloon Toy Shop Celebrates 12 Months Trading in West Kirby

West Kirby, UK - After bringing West Kirby to a standstill Red Balloon Toy Shop was opened by BBC Cbeebies presenter Alex in May 2013.The only independent toy shop in Wirral has been trading successfully... more »

It’s All About the Bean: Downtown Chocolate Lounge Offers Classes, Tastings

Lynchburg, VA - Chocolate is chocolate, right?Not exactly, especially if you’re Carl and Mary Matice, owners of downtown Lynchburg’s Cao Artisan Chocolates, Handcrafted from the Bean.For the couple, making chocolate began as a hobby, inspired... more »