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June 15, 2009
Sister Team Launches Clip-On Purse

Sandy Christiano's idea for a hands-free, clip-on purse was conceived by accident. About four years ago, while unloading her young daughter from a car seat, the heavy, shoulder-strapped pocketbook that she was wearing swung around... more »

June 15, 2009
Wichitan’s love of fashion, design serves her well at Mik’s

Wrapping packages at McClurkans at the age of 14 was one of the best experiences Kim Womble ever had."Beautifully wrapped packages are as important as anything in retail stores," she said.Years later, Womble is still... more »

June 15, 2009
Pop-up Shop Gallery Highlights Future of Retailing

New York – One of several exciting attractions during 7 W New York® Gift & Home Textiles Market Week® will be the Pop-Up Shop Gallery created in collaboration with the Fashion Institute of Technology. Officially... more »

June 15, 2009
Local San Francisco businesses given economic boost with “Show Your Badge” Programs during San Francisco International Gift Fair

San Francisco, CA: Area businesses get a boost – and not just for those in banking, the auto industry or in real estate. Now America's cities, both large and small, are getting in on the... more »

June 15, 2009
Jellybean Expands into New Markets

The parent company of popular accent rug brand Jellybean™ reports a sharp increase in alternate markets outside of traditional "Gift" stores as a direct result of increasing categories, as well as the introduction of their... more »

June 15, 2009
Two’s Company Founder Bobbie Gottlieb at 7 W New York

New York - 7 W New York® hosted Bobbie Gottlieb, founder of Two's Company and entrepreneur extraordinaire, for their popular Designer Day on Tuesday, June 9th. The lively presentation was followed by a Q +... more »

June 15, 2009
Kerusso Announces ‘Live for Him: Waiting Children’ Campaign

Berryville, Ark. – An estimated 300 million children worldwide are subjected to violence, hunger, exploitation and abuse. That's why Kerusso, the leading producer of Christian-themed apparel in the United States has announced the launch of... more »

June 15, 2009
Top Design: Luxury Manufacturer David Francis Furniture Expands Presence at Las Vegas Design Center

Las Vegas - After a successful presence at World Market Center's biannual Las Vegas Market, luxury furniture manufacturer David Francis Furniture will now have a strong division in the western United States by expanding their... more »

June 15, 2009
Aurora Partners With eCommerce Solutions Specialists Shopatron

Pico Rivera, CA – Aurora World Inc., one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of affordable, high-quality plush toys and gifts has partnered with Shopatron, a leading provider of eCommerce solutions for consumer goods... more »

June 14, 2009
Building has a cluster of wedding shops

Even as economic constraints force couples nationwide to trim budgets for their dream weddings, several Roanoke area bridal retailers have created a one-stop cluster for soon-to-be brides and grooms.In the past few months, three retailers... more »

June 14, 2009
Father’s Day is big business regardless of downturn

Despite the recession, dads can still expect dinner and neckties for Father's Day.According to a National Retail Federation survey, Americans are expected to spend an average of $90.89 on gifts for dad this year, down... more »

June 14, 2009
Friends open new arts and crafts consignment store on peninsula

Connie Poppy and Carol Vitella have so much faith in the future of the South Pier District, they named their new consignment store after it.Poppy and Vitella opened South Pier Outpost at 534 South Pier... more »