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Basket classes weave it to the imagination

Potsdam — Shavings litter the floor Sunday as three women weave, bend and cut the uncooperative reeds into large Williamsburg baskets.Two of the women are veteran basket-makers and have come for years to Willow Tree... more »

NRF: Easter a warm welcome for shoppers, retailers

Traditionally seen as the kickoff to spring, Easter couldn't come at a better time this year for Americans eager to say goodbye to winter. According to NRF's 2010 Easter Consumer Intentions and Actions Survey, conducted... more »

Local Photographer Goes Retail

Crossroads Gifts now offering decor by acclaimed local photographer. "With stunning, one of a kind photos of architecture, nature and the word around us, Barbra O'Boyle has made gift giving with a personal touch a... more »

Icon Honors Secures Renowned Design-Driven Experts to Judge Awards

Atlanta, GA—A distinguished panel of judges drawn from the retail, fashion, design and education communities will review the field of submissions and determine award recipients in the inaugural ICON Honors, exclusively produced by Americasmart Atlanta... more »

Loan Squeeze Thwarts Small-Business Revival

Ypsilanti, MI — Thomas Harrison, chief executive of Michigan Ladder Co., has a plan that would contribute to the U.S. economic recovery: Expand the 108-year-old company, adding at least 20 jobs in the process. His... more »

Ex-Cormans employees start own retail store

Three men whose products might be adorning your Christmas tree have branched out to form their own retail business. After years working for Cormans, the Lexington company known for its display work for major companies,... more »

Baking invention gives Carmel couple an edge

Carmel, Ind. -- Matt Griffin was a young bachelor just trying to figure out how to bake some brownies when he hit on an idea that has really cooked. National newspapers and network television ultimately... more »

LA Mart Design Center Ushers in 2010 with New Showroom Openings

Los Angeles, CA - L.A. Mart® Design Center (LAMDC) is proud to announce a powerful leasing start for 2010. Four new tenant-partners with significant regional/national import confirm their confidence in both LAMDC as a premiere... more »

Tully & Holland Announces Sale of Linen Source, Inc. to Orchard Brands Corp.

Wellesley, MA — Linen Source, Inc., a leading direct marketer of bedding and home furnishings based in Tampa, FL has completed the sale of its assets to Orchard Brands Corporation, Beverly, MA, a portfolio company... more »

The Best Tax Breaks for Small Business

It's tax crunch time again. From March 15, when some corporations file, to the April 15 deadline for individuals, small-business owners are busily organizing their receipts and books—and looking for as many tax breaks as... more »