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‘Cash Mob’ Patronizes Parker Shop

Parker, CO - A local business owner got a welcome surprise when her store suddenly became packed with customers bent on spending some cash. It was a slow weekday morning like any other March 15... more »

Hand-Crafted Candle Lanterns in Harleston Which Don’t Melt Away

Harleston, UK - A craftswoman who sells beautifully hand-made candles from her shop in Harleston has had another bright idea – candle lanterns which don't burn away when you light them.Mother-of-three Sue Kuzmic, 41, opened... more »

Gift Store With Michigan-Made Products Expands

New Baltimore, MI - Customers will have more merchandise and space when shopping for Michigan-made products by local artisians in downtown New Baltimore.Celtic Sisters Candles and Candies at 51059 Washington St. is planning to reopen... more »

Laughing Moon: Downtown Boutique Finds Keys to Success

Plymouth, MA - In the old days, you could feel fairly certain your favorite store would still be around next week, next month and probably next year. But these days, customers may not be as... more »

A Beading Heart

Spring Hill, FL - When Eileen Alberti lost her husband to cancer, she had choices: She could live her days comfortably embraced in the memories of their time together, or she could begin living again.After... more »

Victory Home Décor Stores In The Twin Cities

Minneapolis, MN - If you're particular about style and only the best will do, but you can't jump on a jet to Paris or London every time you need a new lamp or pillow or... more »

Young Jewelry Designers Get a Fresh Eye

Berkeley, CA - Sometimes all you need is a little perspective.Viv & Ingrid, owners of Viv & Ingrid's jewelry boutique learned that lesson recently.A few months ago, a retired Tiffany consultant sauntered into the Berkeley-based... more »

‘Cash Mob’ Invades Danville Store

Danville, VA - A new phenomenon is taking over Danville. It's called a "cash mob," where a crowd goes to local businesses to spend money, and the first one happened Friday night.It has become a... more »

Local Group Organizes to Support Small Businesses

Blacksburg, VA - A rainy downtown Blacksburg was hit by a mob during spring break. Thankfully, it was a mob sparked by generosity, rather than aggression.A crowd of about 30 people assembled at the Market... more »

Zia Sun Offers a Little Piece of Telluride

Telluride, CO - Owning a toy and gift store in a small town is a great way to meet all sorts of different people: vacationers looking for a piece of Telluride to bring home with... more »