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Unique Accessories Drawing Customers to Wags

Northbrook, IL - Wags on Willow, which appeals to owners of breeds from West Highland Terriers to Weimaraners, is becoming a popular shop among canine and cat aficionados.Although the upscale Northbrook pet boutique at 840... more »

New Home Decor Shop Adds Style to Downtown Whitby

Whitby, ON - Michael Penney has always had a flair for sprucing up the old with a touch of the new.Those skills came in handy when the 29-year-old decorator and former style editor at Canadian... more »

In a Quaint Village, a Tradition Thrives

Dartmouth, MA - When someone mentions Padanaram Village, a few things come to mind: the sailboats, the bridge, the quiet village streets, and the Packet.Owned by Helen Francis of Dartmouth, the Packet is the quintessential... more »

Local Businesses Turn to ‘Cash Mobs’ to Stay Afloat

Spokane, WA - Many small businesses are struggling through this economy. Some have even considered closing up shop because of slow sales, but a national trend hopes to curtail those closures and help these businesses... more »

Elementality Owners Bring Main Street Values to Asheville Mall

Asheville Mall, NC - Jordana Thompson's inspiration — intention — is accessible.This business owner and jewelry designer collaborates with myriad muses, from a Fleetwood Mac song to the voice of the wind itself.And just as... more »

O’Fallon’s Pizzazz Shines as Gift Shop

O'Fallon, MO - To find that perfect gift for someone special, look no further than Pizzazz gift shop in the heart of O'Fallon. Owner Sandy McGillicuddy makes sure shoppers have a unique, fun experience when... more »

New Shop Offers Nostalgic Finds, New Work by Local Artists

Payson, AZ - Another outlet for local artists to display and sell their wares has opened. Sweet Nostalgia, a small shop tucked neatly into the Twin Pines Shopping Center, adjacent to the Small Café, opened... more »

Bella Luce Boutique Has New Products, New Owners and a New Look

Hudson, WI - "Beautiful light" is the translation for the name "Bella Luce". In this case the translation is true. From the moment you walk into the Bella Luce Boutique, near the waterfront, you are... more »

New Home Décor Store Promises to be Above and Beyond

Truro, MA - Home decorators rejoice, a new "niche market" store is now available in Truro. "Trendy, traditional and timeless," said Liz Toole, of the tagline for a new store she and sister-in-law Anne Toole... more »

Support Local Stores, Discover Your Hometown

Leavenworth, KS - The other day while hanging out with my friend she stated, "You know all the fun places in town." That's because I choose to. I choose to support local stores; this isn't... more »