The Story and Vision of CoolSnowGlobes

{Sponsored} Liz Ross and David Westby, co-founders of CoolSnowGlobes, believe in embracing silence. In a world filled with digital noise, Ross and Westby find that consumers are seeking serenity. “We make beautiful and unique snow... more »

Dallas Market Center Summer Show Preview

Dallas Total Home + Gift Market kicks off the summer show season. Attendees can browse and shop trends in home decor, gifts, stationery, accessories, and more. You’ll see with these selections why this southern market... more »

Du Jardin, Fredericksburg, Virginia

Du Jardin, a unique boutique located in the heart of historic downtown, provides a myriad of merchandise: fine gifts, personal accessories, home décor and furnishings for both indoors and outdoors. Owner, Regina Eisenhower, opened Du... more »

Meet the Maker: Honey House Naturals

Ruth Willis, founder of Honey House Naturals, opened her business after years of working with bees and selling honey at local markets. This 100 percent woman-owned (and about a 95 percent female staff) has grown... more »

#ShopFredericksburg: Latitudes Fair Trade Store

Owner Terry Owsley, and his wife Lee, began Latitudes Fair Trade Store in Warrenton, Virginia (2010) and expanded to Fredericksburg in November 2013. Latitudes specialty is the “principles behind the products” they sell. The idea... more »

AmericasMart connects buyers with eco-friendly products

{Sponsored} As reports about the volume of plastic and other waste in oceans continue to flood news outlets and social media feeds, more and more consumers are seeking out sustainable products. AmericasMart knows it’s essential... more »

Understanding the Mobile Wallet

It used to be that “cash was king,” but many consumers today — especially millennials — rarely carry paper money, and even the idea of using credit cards is an archaic concept to some. In... more »

Mobile Boutiques: Uzuri Mobile Boutique

Uzuri Mobile Boutique has been on the move and selling fashion and accessories since June 2018. Ebone Marlowe opened this mobile portion of her business less than a year ago, but she has been on... more »

Let’s Party!

Spring is here and summer is around the corner. The change of seasons always seems to bring parties and celebrations — both inside and out. Simple, cozy gatherings, a child’s birthday party, and elegant affairs... more »

Style Influence a Fashion & Accessory Lookbook

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