Christmasworld, Paperworld and Creativeworld 2014: The Perfect Platform for New Ideas Destined to Catch On

Today, retailers wanting to sell their goods must surprise, inspire and persuade their customers and thus create sustainable links to them. For the traditional specialist retailers with products from the fields of festive decorations, paper,... more »

Creativeworld Continues to Grow: The Entire International Hobby, Handicrafts and Artists’ Requisites Sector Represented in Frankfurt

The trend towards arts & crafts and the desire for greater individuality continues. The result is a growing range of products for creative handicrafts. For Creativeworld, this means more exhibition space because more manufacturers want... more »

Sherman Says: Small Business Saturday Should Be a Weekly Routine for Local Shoppers

Buffalo, NY - The retail marketplace has evolved a great deal in the last decade, with more and more consumers opting to place orders online or direct all of their dollars to “big box” stores,... more »

Apple Valley Gifts Marks 30 Years in La Crescent

La Crescent, MN - It has been 30 years since Ellen and Jim Mades opened what today is Apple Valley Gifts, now at 329 Main St. in downtown La Crescent.They opened Apple Valley Antiques and... more »

Lula Bells Recognized as Business of the Month

Jerseyville, IL - Lula Bells has been recognized as the Jersey County Business Association Business of the Month for October.November proves to be just as exciting for the gift shop, as well. On Nov. 7,... more »

American Made

Lakewood, NY - In a mass market economy, finding unique, affordable items can be difficult. As can finding unique American-made items. On Tuesday at 11 a.m. though, Shabi in Lakewood will be opening its doors... more »

Women Power: Padanaram Village Shops Thriving With Women at The Helm

Dartmouth, MA - Chances are you haven't encountered a store named Refried Tees.Founder and chief upcycling officer Lisa Litos said she thought it would be a quirky label for what she has been doing a... more »

How to Thrive On and Beyond Small Business Saturday

In between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Small Business Saturday is a day dedicated to supporting local small businesses. The movement has inspired thousands of Americans to shop locally and it’s making a big impact.... more »

Jewelry Rocks

Ringin’ the Blues The color trend for the seasons ahead, blue is a permanent fixture in jewelry. Watch for fun shades – bright cobalt blue, pale cerulean, dynamic sapphire blue and even indigo – to... more »

Bath and Body Perks

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