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Independent Toy Store Popping up Downtown Detroit

Detroit, MI - When I first met Kurt Spieles, he issued me a challenge: Match as many shapes as I could, in three minutes or less, by placing wooden cutouts into their corresponding spots on... more »

Books, Toys and More: Buttonwood Celebrates 25 Years of Business

Cohasset, MA -As Betsey Detwiler, founder and former owner of Buttonwood Books and Toys recently told the Mariner, after spending a quarter-century running a local shop, “You really get a slice of life.”After 25 years... more »

New Home in the Mall has a Boutique-y Feel for Voyageur Books & Gifts

Atikokan, ON - It’s a new location and a (somewhat) different product mix…. so does that mean a new name is coming?“Well, maybe,” says Annette Tanner. “What do you think of VBGs?”She told us this... more »

New Shop on Canton Street in Roswell Offers Taste of South With Art, Fashion, Décor

Roswell, GA - Southern Style, a new business on Canton Street in Roswell, brings an eclectic mix of art, clothing, home décor and accessories — crafted by a group of 40 to 50 artists —... more »

New Main Street Store Features Vt. Goods

Bennington, VT - A new store on Main Street is open for business - carrying a full line of products made entirely in Vermont.Welcoming locals, and tourists, Bringing You Vermont is owned and operated by... more »

Corning is Reminding Their Customers to Shop Local This Week

Corning, NY - "A relaxing stroll through beautiful, unique gift shops. Indeed," said Robby and Debbie Egger, visitors of Corning.... Is what Robby and Debbie Egger are doing as they experience the Market Street atmosphere.... more »

Juniper Boutique to Celebrate Northbrook Grand Opening this Weekend

Northbrook, IL - Juniper Boutique, a new boutique in Northbrook, will be celebrating its grand opening this weekend. One of the owners, Jen Stamper, writes a weekly fashion piece for the Northbrook Star and Glenview... more »

Local Retailers Expect Merry Christmas Sales

Dover, NH - They have hope. And though it's still early, many are optimistic that hope will stick with them.Local retailers know many people have just packed away their swimming trunks and beach towels. They... more »

Captain Candy Brings Back Your Momma’s Candy Counter in Northampton

Northampton, MA - There’s a new candy shop in downtown Northampton, and its mission is to deliver a sugar rush with a retro flair.Captain Candy opened June 1, downstairs in Thornes Marketplace. The shop, owner... more »

Pastiche at Main: New Boutique Channels Anthropologie, Urban Outfitters

Lynchburg, VA - For owner Haley Pavao, the new downtown boutique Pastiche at Main is all about passion.Her passion for local, handmade and vintage-inspired pieces, and the passion of the artists and artisans who create... more »