Paper Dreams in Fairhaven Sells Fun, Frivolity

Fairhaven, WA - A seated dog Buddha statue looks out at a shelf of candles next to goofy magnets across from a rack of scarves beside the J.P. Patches doll. The scent of homemade fudge... more »

Past. Present. Possible.

Repurposing vintage objects as display fixtures connects emotionally with customers. In a tight economy, display props, fixtures and store decor need to serve multiple selling seasons. By choosing items that can be repurposed to display... more »

Want More Traffic? Hit the Road

If you're tired of waiting for customers to come to you, why not go to them? Taking your store to new venues is a great marketing strategy when done right. Katie Goodine loves home parties.... more »

The Next Bag Thing

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Sparkling Jewelry Trends

The Bold and the Beautiful When a big impression is in order, the statement piece still stands out. Bib-style necklaces, huge chunky rings and bracelets add pizzazz to wardrobes and will be a perennially golden... more »

Sales Surge
on Small Business Saturday

A sustained group marketing effort coinciding with Small Business Saturday really helped Earth Inspired Living. Earth Inspired Living Location: Winter Park, FLSpecialties: Eco-friendly gifts and home accessoriesYears in business: 3YOY Sales Increase: 28% Gift shop... more »

From Farm to Table: Recycling, Repurposing… Breathing New Life into Old

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Store Owners Go Shopping

Huntington, WV - During a recent international gift show in New York City, six women from West Virginia strolled the aisles and pored over the exhibits, looking for the next unique item to bring to... more »

Mom-and-Pop Shops Still Backbone of S.J. Economy

Stockton, CA - Just a few decades ago, Americans did most of their buying and eating out in places such as Stockton's Miracle Mile or Lincoln Center: shopping districts dominated by locally-owned, independent retailers.But the... more »

Maynard’s Chocolates is Back

Winslow, ME - Wanda Theobald's shelves and display cases at Maynard's Chocolates were nearly bare after the recent Valentine's Day rush."It's a good problem," the 49-year-old veteran chocolatier said.Maynard's Chocolates has returned to the area... more »