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Debra Valencia Inks Contract with American Stationery
(Los Angeles, Calif.) – American Stationery, notably the second largest personalization company in the United States, recently signed a licensing agreement with graphic artist Debra Valencia. Valencia will be their very first licensed artist and... more »
Kate McRostie launches Holiday, Home, and Gift collections
(Wilmington, NC) –— Kate McRostie DesignWorks, Inc. announced today the introduction of new collections with Certified International, C&F Enterprises, CounterArt, and Cape Shore/Downeast Concepts which will debut at the Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings... more »
‘Man’s Best Friend’-themed accent rugs by Carefree
(ALPHARETTA, Ga.) -- New in 2009 is an expanded line of dog themed accent rugs that are sure to appeal to boys and girls of all ages. Touching scenes of Fido patiently waiting for his... more »
Carefree introduces new equine themed accent rugs
(ALPHARETTA, Ga.) -- Homefires is pleased to present equine-themed accent rugs by Carefree for Boys and Girls. New in 2009 is an expanded line of horse themed accent rugs that are sure to appeal to... more »
Consumers Anxiously Await Black Friday Deals
(WASHINGTON) – Though the majority of consumers have not even put a dent in their shopping list, traditional winter apparel and personal, inexpensive items like DVDs, CDs and books will be the first things they... more »
One Spectacular Night, One Place: America’s magnificent carpets awards
(ATLANTA) — In the one market where the Area Rug business does business, in one spectacular evening, the industry's top importers and manufacturers celebrate the triumph of design achievement in the most anticipated event of... more »
Bibi & Mimi to launch new Diaper Bag Line at NY gift show
(New York, NY) -- Bibi & Mimi, creator of baby shoes, onesies and socks will launch a new diaper bag line at the upcoming NY Gift show. The show takes place January 25-29 at the... more »
Dania shop specializes in treasures from the sea
The official name of this store is Alex's Flamingo Groves and Gift Shop, but some regulars simply refer to it as the shell shop.Indeed, it is a shop with lots of shells. Bins and bins... more »
Industry Trends Eyed at Premier Gift Market in Pacific Northwest
Seattle, Washington: They say the bluest skies you've ever seen are in Seattle. And from January 24-27, so are the greenest educational sessions, most innovative new products and invaluable networking opportunities when the semi-annual Seattle... more »
Buy local for holidays, group urges
MN — A St. Paul-based think tank wants to expand the "buy local" mantra this holiday season to strengthen Minnesota's economy.Minnesota2020, which believes it makes economic sense to support local manufacturers and retailers when possible,... more »
Mud Pie Names Tim Roberts Visual Director
(Atlanta, Ga.) -- The award-wining international gift company, Mud Pie, announces the appointment of Tim Roberts as visual director, a newly created position on the product development team. In his role as visual director, Roberts... more »
Retailers gearing up to dial for dollars
In need of a shopping companion to help you navigate the upcoming blitz of holiday bargains and specials? This season, the best partner already may be in your pocket or purse. Cellular phones, with an... more »

