Wisconsin’s independent retailers work hard to survive

WATERTOWN - The zipper was just 2 years old when Eli Fischer and a partner opened a clothing store on the west bank of the Rock River.Now, after 112 years in this city's downtown, Fischer's... more »

Retailers look beyond Bellingham; As retail expands in the county, merchants offer a word to the wise: Give it time and have the

Karla and Santos Garza are learning how tough the retail industry can be.The Garzas own Rocks & Things Gift Shop and Mail Drop in two buildings on Portal Way in Ferndale. They've operated the gift... more »

Retail zones envisioned downtown

When RedPeak Properties began renovating the downtown high-rise now known as 1600 Glenarm Place, attracting the right ground-floor retailers was a critical part of the planning."We were trying to provide support for our residents and... more »

Shopping for Mom

A nationwide spending trend during the first quarter that spilled over into April is expected to continue this month as consumers visit stores and restaurants for Mother's Day.Shoppers are expected to dole out almost $16... more »

Enesco Announces Launch of Newly Redesigned and Improved Consumer Shopping Website

Itasca, Ill. - Enesco, LLC, a leader in the giftware, and home and garden decor industries, today announced the launch of the Company's enhanced and improved consumer shopping web site at enesco.com. The new web... more »

Seminars, Events and Promotions Extend Opportunities at August 2007 NYIGF

White Plains, NY - A full slate of educational programming, after-hours networking events and exciting promotions will be offered to New York International Gift Fair (NYIGF) participants, Saturday, August 11, through Thursday, August 16, 2007,... more »

Plain Jane’s Ceramic Line is Newest Branch for Oak Patch Gifts

Eugene, OR- Oak Patch Gifts announced today the expansion of its family of gift brands with the acquisition of Plain Jane, Inc. Designed by popular Louisiana based artist Jane Chapman, the line features hand painted... more »

Bead store in industrial park is hidden treasure

The industrial park atmosphere outside gives no clue to what you'll find inside Confetti, The Bead Place.This Surprise bead shop is tucked so far away, in fact, that the first time I tried to find... more »

Expert shares retail techniques

"This is your best opportunity for profit."Nationally known retail merchandising expert Rick Segel talked with Buck's Shoes owner Kirk Brown as he leaned over the store's jewelry counter that encloses its cash register toward the... more »

Bazura Biz Expands Popular Collection of Eco-fashion Accessories With Launch of Banner Bags

Toronto, Ontario - Bazura Biz, a company that sells fashion accessories made from recycled materials, is proud to announce the launch of Banner Bags, a new collection of stylish and eco-friendly bags and accessories. Made... more »