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May 1, 2009
Women learn firsthand the ins and outs of importing

From Spanish olive oil to French jewelry to exotic Argentine handbags to antique chandeliers, the products they import are as different as the countries from which they originate. But what Susan Bullock and Laura Austin,... more »

May 1, 2009
Sustainability and Artistry Featured in NYIGF’s Handmade

White Plains, NY — Eco-friendly materials and fine craftsmanship will be showcased by newcomers to Handmade® at the summer 2009 New York International Gift Fair® (NYIGF®). Other highlights of the juried craft division include an increased... more »

April 30, 2009
Granville business celebrates anniversary with mothers tribute

Granville — Linda Smette, owner of Cozy Cottage in Granville, is wrapping an anniversary, birthday and Mother's Day celebration into one weekend.Five years ago, Smette opened her antique shop as a tribute to her deceased... more »

April 30, 2009
CatArt Cards Introduces Purrfect Occasions Notes

CatArt Cards has extended its line of artist-illustrated cards with Purrfect Occasions Notes. The smaller sized cards are designed for all those occasions when a special note says it all: Happy Birthday, Thinking of You,... more »

April 30, 2009
VHC Launches New Website, Adds Advertising for VHC Retailers

Our new website is now up, featuring many exciting enhancements and additions. We encourage you to click around and become familiar with the new look and expanded options. Our goal is to provide you with... more »

April 30, 2009
Blissliving Home Collections to Become Available at Gracious Home

Rockville, MD -- Blissliving Home announces that Gracious Home, a specialty home retailer located in the heart of Manhattan, will carry our full line of stylish bedding, linens, decorative pillows, candles, home fragrance and other... more »

April 29, 2009
Sales tax increase supporters see budget salve

To some Cape Cod business owners, a proposal to increase the state sales tax is a simple matter of dollars and sense.The 1.25-percent sales tax hike, proposed this week on Beacon Hill, isn't likely to... more »

April 29, 2009
Buffalo’s Mom and Pop Shops Skirt Sour Economy

Buffalo, NY — The Elmwood Village Association is tackling the economic downturn with a promotion to boost sales during two peak shopping times - Mothers' Day and Fathers' Day weeks. But promoters say business for Buffalo's... more »

April 29, 2009
NC children’s clothing shop owners adjust strategy

Wilmington, NC — Despite the downturn, the lost jobs and the general doldrums about the economy nationally, Heily Hakan's Castle Hayne business in boutique children's clothing is growing.Illia Designs nearly doubled its orders for handmade... more »

April 29, 2009
Zamsoe Promotes Female Empowerment and Opportunities through Greeting Cards, Art and Jewelry business

Yarm, Cleveland - Zamsoe has embraced the concept of female empowerment by employing more home workers to meet the demands of its successful greeting cards, art and jewellery business."We are offering home workers (the majority... more »

April 29, 2009
Kathy Davis Studios Adds New Licensing Expert

Ambler, PA - Kathy Davis Studios, Inc., one of the nation's leading design companies of greeting card, gift and lifestyle products, announced today the appointment of Vice President Melissa Schulz. Responsible for coordinating and leading... more »

April 28, 2009
Consumer confidence soars in April

New York—Hopeful signs that the worst may be over for the economy boosted Americans' moods in April, sending a closely watched barometer of sentiment to the highest level since November.The New York-based Conference Board said... more »