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New Fashion Boutique Adds to Downtown Olympia’s Vibrancy

Olympia, WA - The husband-and-wife team of Jeff and Stevie Olson are at it again, opening a second business in April after they went into business nearly six years ago with Hawks Prairie Home Furnishings... more »

The Art of the Alaska Gift Market: Science and Savvy

Anchorage, AK - Jana Hayenga, owner of Cabin Fever Gifts in downtown Anchorage, is still a couple of weeks away from her busy season."On May 15, the light switches on," she said. "And it stays... more »

Shop Moved to Downtown

Fort Morgan, CO - Chairished Blooms and Gifts has moved to 325 Main St., in the south side of the Fort Morgan Times building.This is a much better location for the shop, since it now... more »

Fashion is for Every Woman, Say Ramona Dress Shop Owners

Ramona, CA - Fashion is for every woman — no matter her size or age — at ISIS Fuller Figure Fashion.The new plus-size clothing and accessory store at 711 Main St. opened March 27. Owners... more »

Fashion Designer Opens Boutique in Cove Terrace

Cove Terrace, TX - When Candice Williams, 33, took a huge leap of faith to open Abeyo Marqz Boutique in Copperas Cove in March, she was fulfilling a dream she has had since she was... more »

Creative Couple Open Unique New Gift shop in Grimsby’s Wellowgate

Grimsby, UK - A BOLD couple have launched a new gift shop in what is becoming one of Grimsby's fastest growing new independent shopping areas.Made By is a joint venture by graphic artist Michael Barnes... more »

Wisconsin Cheese Castle Offers More Than 100 Varieties of Cheese, Wines

Michigan Center, MI - White cheddar with blueberries and cheese curds with jalapeno peppers are part of the 100-plus varieties of cheese sold at Michigan Center’s newest specialty cheese and wine shop. The Wisconsin Cheese... more »

Will Family-Run Business be Named Top of the Shops in National Awards?

Westbourne, UK - A SHOP in Westbourne is in the running for a national award that recognises the best homeware and gift retailers.Scape Interiors West Ltd, a family-run business in Westbourne’s Arcade, is a finalist... more »

Dream Business Opens in Glade Spring

Glade Spring, VA - Tracey Stanley used to sit and dream about moving her shop into a larger vacant building across the street from her downtown Glade Spring business.When she closed her eyes, Stanley, who... more »

A Business is Launched, Founded on Friendship

Albany, NY - Caroline Corrigan and Katy Smith had wanted to start a business together since when they had met as freshmen at The College of Saint Rose a decade ago.So when they spotted an... more »