From glass to goodies, Funk’s gallery is one of a kind

Sketched patterns of various shapes coat large pieces of white paper that are draped across the tables and walls of an art studio. From these black and white patterns glass artist Pamela Funk creates colorful... more »

Carrying on a Bountiful tradition

Edmonds —Todd Waddell was 14 when he first went to The Weed Lady, a quaint gift store owned by Joan Searle. He would play with crickets on the back porch while his mother sold her... more »

Mom-and-pop gift cards; These modern alternatives to gift certificates are going local

From Christmas stockings to bar mitzvah bashes, plastic gift cards from big chain stores have become an accepted part of American gift-giving over the past decade.Now, local retailers are getting into the act, offering gift... more »

Store’s closing brings end to local tradition; Owner of Jewish-themed gift shop is retiring

Tradition — a gift shop specializing in Jewish-themed art, books, gifts, jewelry and music — is closing after 20 years in business.Judy Wertheimer, the owner of the shop at 932 S. Winton Road at the... more »

Floral store blossoms for mom, daughter; Boutique grows in larger space downtown

"We've been looking for a place for two years, so this is like heaven," said Ellie Bonde, co-owner with daughter Rene of Blossom & Basket Boutique in Mount Airy.The Bondes found just the space they... more »

Investigators seize more than $500,000 in Myrtle Beach raid

Authorities arrested and charged four beachwear store owners with distribution and trafficking of counterfeit merchandise.Agents say they seized more than a half-million dollars in counterfeit goods along North Ocean Boulevard Wednesday.For the second time in... more »

Shoppers choose environment; Plastic bags are out, reusables are in as stores struggle to meet demand

Cloth and reusable bags are appearing in a number of Kingston stores, and downtown retailers say customers are snapping them up because they're worried about waste from plastic bags. "People are becoming more and more... more »

Bronnley, the Soap Used in the British Royal Households is Now Available in America

Bronnley of London has the privileged honor of being the recipient of two Royal Warrants: one from Her Majesty, The Queen; and one from His Royal Highness, The Prince of Wales. A warrant and use... more »

Merchants Should Be Preparing For The Holidays Now; Eight merchandising tips

Just as most consumers begin to enjoy summer, it's time for savvy merchants to put the finishing touches on holiday sales plans. While it is difficult to estimate the volume of "gifting" purchases made online,... more »

Sparkle Designs Launches New Line of Greeting Cards

Eloyce Newman, Dallas artist and graphic designer, has launched a new fresh line of greeting cards using innovative design and creative artwork that appeals to the very old to the very young.From the whimsical to... more »