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El Sol Studios: Eclectic gallery, shop moving online
The economy may have claimed the storefront of one local art gallery and folk art gift shop, but it won't force El Sol Studios owners Ruth Guajardo and her husband Larry S. Aguilar to completely... more »
U.S. consumer confidence up for first time since 2007
Hong Kong - Global consumer confidence is rebounding, and in the United States has risen for the first time since 2007, amid signs the world economy is picking up although spending is still restrained, a... more »
Small Shops Make Big Play for Holiday Shoppers
Small brick-and-mortar shops that rely on seasonal sales are seeking creative ways to avoid last year's bloodbath of discounting, as cash-strapped consumers are expected to gravitate toward big-box and discount retailers.Toy and gift shop Groovy... more »
Online Retailers Promote Holiday Sales
Washington -- The economy is not only impacting shoppers, but online retailers as well. This holiday season, shoppers can expect to see changes in retail marketing and promotions."Retailers know that times are tough so they... more »
The Art of the Soft Sell
Walk into one of Yoforia's three frozen yogurt stores in Atlanta, and you'll get a warm hello from a server, who will encourage you to try all four of the company's frozen yogurt flavors. The... more »
Pursue Your Entrepreneurial Dream
The economy has moved a dark cloud over the world, leaving some people without hope of sunshine. But others see a light between the clouds. These optimistic individuals have an opportunity to pursue their entrepreneurial... more »
Gift cards set for holiday season comeback
Bangalore - Gift cards are poised to make a comeback this holiday season, after falling off most shopping lists last year, as retailers and other card purveyors entice U.S. shoppers with freebies and lower fees.The... more »
Swagger Gifts Announces Life Experiences, Inc. as 2009 Holiday Open House Preview Party Beneficiary
Cary, NC - Mandy Becker, owner of Swagger Gifts, has announced that the popular gift and decorative accessories retail boutique will be supporting Cary, NC non-profit, Life Experiences, Inc. during its annual Holiday Open House... more »
Gloom for holiday hires
Kari Bunde, owner of the Copper Butterfly gift shop in downtown Crown Point, said she's had a lot of people stop by to see if she's hiring extra help for the holidays."I just have myself,... more »
Survey: Consumers confused over gift cards
While more people are turning to general-purpose gift cards as stocking stuffers, a new survey finds very few actually know how they work, and the risks and costs associated with them.The survey, commissioned by the... more »
Enesco Forms New Licensing Relationship with The Trail of Painted Ponies
Itasca, Ill. – Enesco, LLC, a global leader in the giftware and home and garden décor industries, announced a new licensing relationship today with The Trail of Painted Ponies, one of the premier fine art... more »
7 W New York® Fall Tabletop Market Pent-Up Demand & Stellar Programming Add up to a Successful Week
New York, NY – The 7 W New York® Fall Tabletop Market, October 13 - 16, 2009 was robust with a focus on creativity and the growing trend of entertaining at home. A steady stream... more »
