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Eight New Designers Accepted into A+ at Accent on Design

White Plains, NY - Eight new designers – based in Canada, South Korea, England, New York City, Detroit and Murfreesboro, TN, and with a wide range of design backgrounds – have been accepted for "A+:... more »

Fuzzles™ from Douglas Company Now Come in All Sizes

Keene, NH — New Hampshire- based Douglas Company introduced the first Fuzzles™ at the New York Toy Fair in February. Now, the plush toy maker and lifestyle gift designer has created Fuzzles™ in three unique... more »

Chagrin Falls shops celebrate one-of-a-kind tastes

Chagrin Falls, Ohio -- There are some words that are practically synonymous with Chagrin Falls -- "charming," "bucolic" and "picturesque" being chief among them.And thanks to a burgeoning crop of retail shops that celebrate stylish... more »

Melrose gallery seeks to join city’s arts scene

Melrose, MA — After living in Melrose for the last nine years, Richard Cappiello — owner of the new Possessions Gallery on Main Street — believes Melrose is a community on the way up.With a... more »

Small bookstore survives tough economy, competition

Naperville, Iowa — Some might call it "the little engine that could." Others might just see it as an iconic symbol of Naperville. Or maybe it proves that the mom and pop shops really can survive... more »

Celebrating Independent Stores By Buying Local

Minneapolis, MN — Most people love a good deal while shopping, but also want to live in nice neighborhoods. Some small businesses in Minneapolis want you to know, they are good neighbors.From tablespoons to stainless steel... more »

New shops are opening in our thriving town

UK — Tourism and trade go hand-in-hand in Upton-upon-Severn.The town has a strong independent identity and an army of volunteers who work together to ensure that the annual festivals thrive and local business survives.Upton's Tourism and... more »

Art project hopes to help boost businesses

Jeni Woock thinks her idea may have sprung from a morning when she realized she had one too many cups of coffee.Or maybe it was because she's an accomplished glass artist and felt sympathy for... more »

Aurora Expands Best Selling YooHoo & Friends™ Plush Animal Line

Pico Rivera, CA – Toy and gift manufacturer Aurora World Inc. announced today the numerous additions to its best selling YooHoo & Friends™ plush animal line. Kids and collectors alike will appreciate the all-new styles... more »

CSG Offers Outstanding Events and Workshops

Los Angeles, CA – The California Gift Show is a must-shop location for the most prominent lines in the gift industry this July, Tuesday, July 13 – Monday, July 19, 2010. The lineup for the... more »