Hartwood hits Hollywood

Oscar ceremony celebrities from Anne Hathaway to Stephen Baldwin got the word from Hartwood Elementary School students this week that they'd better work harder to help the environment."I said that in many ways, they have... more »

Dogeared Jewels & Gifts Celebrates 5th Year of Growth

Los Angeles, CA—Dogeared, a trendsetting fashion brand that creates handcrafted jewels and gifts in Los Angeles, has announced its fourth year of substantial growth. The 80% increase in sales in 2008 was accomplished while maintaining... more »

NRF Welcomes Legislation to Fight Organized Retail Crime, Says Retailers Can’t Afford Losses from Theft During Recession

Washington, DC — The National Retail Federation today welcomed legislation intended to help law enforcement fight the $30 billion-a-year problem of organized retail crime, saying introduction comes at a time when the nation's economic crisis... more »

Gastonia pitches incentive for new businesses to open downtown

Susan Anthony said she has long considered relocating her popular gift shop to downtown Gastonia. But in this day and age, she can't do it on her own."Small businesses can't afford these enormous spaces with... more »

Zak Launches Redesigned Website

Spokane, WA – In today's society, a Web site is a vital link between a company and its customers. This March, when it launches a completely renovated version of its Web site, Zak Designs will... more »

Raffit Ribbons Celebrates our 20th Year

Raffit Ribbons is proud to celebrate our 20th year of offering beauty raffia, ribbons and trim on our trademark vintage spools. In 1989 we produced the first raffia ribbons in vibrant colors showing designers how... more »

Guylian Belgian Chocolate Dip Available Year-Round

Englewood Cliffs, N.J. - Guylian Chocolate is repositioning its Guylian Belgian Chocolate Dip as a year-round product.Guylian Chocolate Dip had a "soft introduction" last year as a fourth-quarter item. But according to Guylian USA president,... more »

Christofle Plans for Three New Boutiques in 2009

NY, NY - In 2009, the foremost leader in fine silver craft, Christofle Silver, Inc, finds itself preparing to make its mark in three of the biggest, trendiest, most cosmopolitan cities in the U.S. The... more »

Americans reach for small luxuries amid sour economy

San Francisco, CA — As it does for many these days, life feels a bit on the bleak side for Leanne Falise. Soaring heating bills have managed to pick off what luxuries she and her... more »

Ballston Spa businesses look to prosper as seasons change

Ballston Spa, NY — Like every small town, Ballston Spa is struggling against the tide of a downward spiraling economy.The difference is that this village has undergone a revitalization in the past few years that... more »