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Decor and Cat Sculptures Meant Au Revoir to Teaching

Welkom, South Africa - Nippie van der Schyff was a teacher for 40 years before her hobby led her into a full-time business.When she started her hobby of home decor some 16 years ago, she... more »

‘Shop Local’ Perk: Property Tax Breaks in Voorhees

Voorhees, NJ - The “shop local” movement — a “big box detox” for consumers — is gaining popularity, with the goal of supporting local businesses.In Voorhees, township officials have launched a program that further entices... more »

The Pink Tulip Opening Third Store in Hoover

Hoover, AL - A business that started as a small home gift store almost 30 years ago will expand into a three-location retail clothing company next month.The Pink Tulip, which first opened in Southside in... more »

Quail Cottage Antiques Chosen For March Cash Mob

Gardenville, NV - Cash Mobs continue to raise awareness in the Main Street Gardnerville district. The “Cash Mob” economic stimulus campaign is aimed at supporting local businesses and rebuilding communities. Cash Mobbers join together and... more »

Gift Shop Wins Award for Window Display

Darlington, UK - A DARLINGTON gift shop has received a gift of its own after winning a competition.In the run up to Christmas, Distinct Darlington – formed to encourage and promote trade in the town... more »

Newest Newtown Business, ‘Adorn Me,’ Looks to Adorn Customers With eco-Friendly, United States Products

Newtown, PA - One of Newtown’s newest businesses, Adorn Me, aims to be more than that. They don’t want to be just another business, and they want to be around long enough to perhaps one... more »

After Crafting All Her Life, Local Mom Opens up Made

Cary, NC - Ursula Ellis has been making things and selling them since she was in grade school.The mom of two from Apex has tried all manner of crafting from jewelry making to embroidery and... more »

Twisted Sisters Boutique

Marietta, WV - Late in 2001, some chairs, sweaters and a few scarves helped sparked what is now the Twisted Sisters Boutique in Marietta, an eclectic collection of clothing, beads and accessories run by, as... more »

Make Your Customers Fall in Love With Your Small Business

In February, love is in the air.After all, February contains Valentine's Day, American Heart Month, even Love Your Pet Day. But for small-business owners and entrepreneurs, I'm declaring February as Love Your Customers Month.Getting and... more »

Gift Store Offers Unique Service

Weirton, WV - It's a gift store with a bit of a twist.Bee-Thin and Gifts held a grand opening Friday, welcoming local business representatives and other guests to peruse the variety of gifts and other... more »