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Pressman Toy Introduces Large Numbers and Kids Editions

New York, NY – Pressman Toy Corporation introduces new extensions to its Rummikub® line of games for 2009—a Large Numbers Edition perfect for quick game play with larger, easy to read numbers; and a preschool... more »

Mud Pie Offers Brides-to-Be “Something Blue”

Tucker, Ga. -- Mud Pie, an award-winning international gift company offering products reflecting current trends and popular design, has introduced Something Blue, a new wedding-themed collection perfect for celebrating the big day! Perfect for fulfilling... more »

Martin family plans a new venture

Middlebury, VT — The economy is in bad shape. The Martins have heard the news. In fact, they sound tired of hearing it."We've chosen not to operate out of fear of our economy," Gloria Martin... more »

Pottery store owner holds breath, throws future to expansion

Donna Green started looking for a bigger place for her Southern Pottery business more than a year ago. A plot of land on Huger Street at $1 million was out of her price range. An... more »

Ingleside Village in Macon offers a variety of specialty stores

There is a place in Macon where you can find specialty stores that sell yarn, toys, lamps and guns in the same block. It also has restaurants, antique shops, an art gallery, insurance office, hardware... more »

Consumers still buying, just differently

Even given the nation's recent economic downturn, customers are still going out and shopping. They're just not going out as often, and they're looking for bargains, store owners say."We have customers that come in all... more »

Ingenuity keeps Wareham retail shop on top

Wareham, MA — When a business experiences a certain degree of success, it would be easy to keep things "status quo" — especially in this troubled economy.But the owners of Old Company Store aren't about... more »

NYIGF Offers New Series of Exhibitor Training Sessions

White Plains, NY — An exclusive new partnership between the New York International Gift Fair® (NYIGF®) and Right Angle Strategies will provide exhibitors with strategies to best prepare for the Fair, maximize on-site sales, and follow-up... more »

American Craft Council Announces Changes: Charlotte and Sarasota Shows to Close

New York, NY – The American Craft Council today announced a programming change that will help the organization continue to best serve its mission, now and in the future. The Council is cancelling its shows... more »

Gratefulimages unveils new line, Clearlygrateful

Houston, TX — Gratefulimages® is launching a new inspirational stationery & gift line, Clearlygrateful™ this summer and will be showcasing it at the International Christian Retail Show in Denver, Colorado in July. Available to ship... more »