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Leiper’s Fork Shop Expands to Spot in Mall

Nashville, TN - A locally-owned shop in the quiet community of Leiper's Fork is branching out with a second location, this one within the hustle and bustle of the CoolSprings Galleria.Bethany Reiser, owner of The... more »

Work from Global Artisans Comes to Temple Terrace

Temple Terrace, FL - Barbara Cloud-Weisman is living her dream.The retired exceptional childhood education teacher has opened Silver Linings, an eclectic-type retail shop at 10931 N. 56th St. in the Sherwood Forest Center, which provides... more »

Whiteakers Open Blossom and Briar in New Location

Oroville, WA - Tim and Cenah Whiteaker have purchased the Blossom and Briar floral and gift shop and moved it's location to the former Emporium building north of Oroville. "We are a complete floral store... more »

Gift Shop Draws Customers to Flushing

Flushing, NY - If you want to know why small businesses offer something that cannot be found at malls and shopping outlets, take a trip to Pippy and Lily, a fashion accessory and home decor... more »

Treasures Gift Shop a Sales Jewel

Beachwood, OH - When Sally Rubinoff heads to the Mandel JCC, she tucks her membership card and a blank check in her bag. "After I finish my physical therapy exercises, I stop by Treasures Gift... more »

Small Business Resolutions: Lil Bit of Posh

Occoquan, VA - Maria Sinnott of Lil Bit of Posh in Occoquan has made a name for herself in the small town with her focus on friendly customer service. In 2013, she wants to take... more »

Heights Craft Stores Foster ‘Shop Local’ Effort

Houston, TX - Some Heights shops are basing their businesses on support of local artists and artisans eager to take advantage of the community's eclectic retail climate and high-end clientele.Sparrow and the Nest and Roundtable... more »

Modern Bird: From Home-Made to Boutique

Philadelphia, PA - When Laura Flavin moved to Philadelphia with her husband in 2009, she didn't originally plan on opening her own store for Modern Bird.Flavin, a silversmith who creates and sells her own jewelry... more »

America The Beautiful Country Store Opens in Collinsville

Collinsville, CT - The eclectic mix of commerce and culture that makes Collinsville unique was joined by America The Beautiful Country Store last week, offering Amish-made hardwood furniture and home decor, candles, pottery and other... more »

Cash Mob Descends on Books & Co. Resulting in Store’s Most Successful Day

Hamden, CT - Saturday's Cash Mob led to the most successful day in the 18-year history of Books & Co.Through the Hamden Economic Development Corp. and officials at Hamden's Chamber of Commerce, several local businesses... more »