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Local business relies on online orders to make profits

A box filled with nine pounds of in-shell Cajun roasted peanuts travels from Springfield to Houston every time the space shuttle launches. Wallace Tuthill, a senior technical lead on orbiter fluids and electrical system at... more »

Goodies, In Bloom arrange co-branding deal

Call it inspiration at IHOP.That's where Jim Futterman and Chuck Goodman cooked up a co-branding strategy that they believe will carry In Bloom Flowers and Goodies From Goodman through the recession and beyond.The proprietors of... more »

Retailers entertaining new ideas to spark sales

Lisa O'Brien, owner of Underwired vintage clothing store in downtown Bethlehem, is focusing on keeping her prices reasonable and getting to know her customers by name as she tries to make it a personal experience... more »

The 2nd Story: Gift shop is worth a first look that will keep you coming back for more

On a quiet side street branching off traffic-clogged Garriott road, the little shop sits in a nondescript building next to a miniature golf course.Inside its doors, sparkling tile floors reflect the cool interior, as soothing... more »

Glamping: Its Time Is Coming

Europeans love touring churches and museums, but when it comes to vacations, Americans have always loved the great outdoors. Fishing, camping and just driving around are great American pastimes.But now, welcome to the early stages... more »

Everyone Likes a Little “Something Sweet”

Reminiscent of the old fashioned candy shops that were prevalent in the early 1900's, Something Sweet, the new "Gourmet Gift Shop" that has recently opened its doors in Bonners Ferry, is like a welcome blast... more »

Mud Pie’s “Define It!” Collection Let’s You Say What’s On Your Mind!

Tucker, Ga. -- Mud Pie, an award-winning international gift company that offers products reflecting current trends and popular design, introduces Define It!, a tabletop collection of barware and partyware featuring humorous acronyms made from everyday... more »

Enrico Introduces Their Casual Dining Collection

Seattle, WA — Seattle-based houseware and gift importer Enrico Products introduced their Casual Dining Collection at The Gourmet Housewares Show in San Francisco and the New York International Gift Fair in August, garnering enthusiastic response from... more »

Peking Handicraft Introduces “Happy Dogs” by Patience Brewster

San Francisco, Calif. -- Peking Handicraft, Inc., a widely recognized international manufacturer of high quality home decor and giftware items, expands its wildly appealing Patience Brewster Holiday Collection with the introduction of Happy Dogs Pillows.... more »

Retailers cautiously placing inventory orders for holidays

Manatee — Back-to-school sales are still under way but retailers are already looking ahead to another big season — holiday sales. 'Tis the season for ordering fourth-quarter inventory and retailers are looking at merchandise with... more »