News

March 26, 2009
Celebrity Jewelry Designer Launches New Website and Charity Initiatives

Los Angeles, Calif. — Los Angeles based custom jewelry designer, Heather Hyde, is known for creating exquisite hand-made pieces for Hollywood's A-list celebrities. Committed to using her visibility and artistic talent for charitable causes, Heather... more »

March 26, 2009
New Licensing Partnership between Joan Baker Designs and The Trail of Painted Ponies

A new licensing partnership has been announced between The Trail of the Painted Ponies and Joan Baker Designs, the original hand-painted art glass company. Both parties are excited about the synergy of working together, since... more »

March 26, 2009
National Stationery Show Partners with Get Married for Vibrant Wedding-Themed Event

White Plains, NY — The National Stationery Show® (NSS) and Get Married - the only multi-channeled wedding resource connecting wedding professionals, experts and brides with entertainment and news both online and on Lifetime Television -... more »

March 26, 2009
Independent stores pump up the perks to lure shoppers

In these tough economic times, what's a store to do to make sure it's still in business a year from now?"Get a tarot card reader," said Emese Boone, owner of Box Turtle in Little Rock,... more »

March 25, 2009
Style Runway Fashion Show Exclusively Sponsored by CMC and Click

Atlanta, GA — Buyers get a first look at next season's fashions... only at Atlanta Apparel... during the March 28-30 Market. Headlining the Market, the Style Runway fashion show, exclusively sponsored by CMC & CLICK,... more »

March 25, 2009
See Kai Run Announces Showroom Opening at Dallas Market Center

Seattle, WA — See Kai Run, popular manufacturer of the perfect first shoe for new walkers has opened a permanent showroom in Dallas, taking part in the Apparel and Accessories Market held March 12-15, 2009... more »

March 25, 2009
Briarpatch Honored with Nine Oppenheim Gold!

Millburn, NJ — Was it March Madness? Spring Fever? No, it was the excellence of the games and puzzles that lead to the unprecedented nine awards presented by the Oppenheim Toy Portfolio to Briarpatch last... more »

March 25, 2009
Wrapsody Celebrates Opening of Second Store

Auburn, Alabama — Wrapsody, a "hometown" gift and home accessory boutique that is trendy, urban and oh-so chic, will be opening its second location at 112 North College Street in Auburn, Alabama (334-887-7447). Wrapsody of... more »

March 24, 2009
Gift shop owners get by in the slow economy

Scituate — They are carefully budgeting advertising dollars by e-mailing loyal customers. They are also supporting themselves with side activities, like selling wholesale products and doing alterations.Business is hardly booming at local gift and boutique... more »

March 24, 2009
Ala Moana’s “Shop a Le’a” Happening Now

Ala Moana Center's "Shop a Le'a" event will feature local shopping enthusiasts with dozens of events in fashion, health and beauty, active lifestyle, home décor, travel, and cuisine. Included as part of the event's lineup... more »

March 24, 2009
A shop with a mission

Belmont, MA - On a typical weekday afternoon, the staff members at Peppermint Place are learning how to operate a cash register, how to stock inventory and how to help customers — all important tasks... more »

March 24, 2009
Austerity Hasn’t Squelched Everyone’s Will to Purchase

Alexa Choi did something recently that most Americans are avoiding. She spent money. Lots of it.On Christmas Eve, Choi went to a BMW dealer in Fairfax County and bought a black 2009 sedan. Her mother's... more »