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Stores post disappointing January sales
New York - Here's a sign of how shaky the economy has become: Wal-Mart (NYSE:WMT) says its shoppers are redeeming their holiday gift cards for basic items -- pasta sauce, diapers, laundry detergent -- instead... more »
“Euros Accepted” signs pop up in New York City
New York - In the latest example that the U.S. dollar just ain't what it used to be, some shops in New York City have begun accepting euros and other foreign currency as payment for... more »
GIFT SHOP Magazine Announces Winner of January Retail Forum Giveaway
Hanover, Mass. - GIFT SHOP magazine is happy to announce that Scarlet Morgan, co-owner of the Trendy Trunk in Hendersonville, TN, is the winner of GIFT SHOP Forum's January raffle. She wins a video iPod... more »
Extracts Presents Best New Product Awards
New York, NY - Danielle and Company was awarded "Best of Show" yesterday in the Best New Product Awards competition at EX*TRACTS: New discoveries in beauty and wellness. Awards also were presented in five product-specific... more »
New York Home Textiles Market Week Announces Best New Product Winners for Winter 2008
New York, NY - Shades of India was awarded "Best of Market" yesterday in the New York Home Textiles Market Week Best New Product Awards competition. Awards also were presented in four product-specific categories (Bed,... more »
Accent on Design Exhibitors Honored
New York, NY - Superlative product design was recognized yesterday at the New York International Gift Fair, where four exhibitors in the juried Accent on Design division were honored for design creativity and ingenuity. Accent... more »
Hawley Street is home to a new arts, crafts and antique shop
Kathy Patzer's passion for color and art drove her to open a new gift and antique shop in Mundelein.Patzer opened Hawley Street Shoppe at 39 E. Hawley St. on Dec. 1. It takes the place... more »
Prepping for the big day
For Karen Medlin, owner of Westloop Floral, Valentine's Day means lots of late nights, last-minute phone orders, hundreds of bouquets and plenty of sticky fingers from the store's homemade fudge.It also means that business is... more »
Rosy Rings Introduces Spring/Summer 2008 Collection of Handmade Candles, New Reed Diffusers and Home Fragrances at NYIGF
Denver, Colo. - Rosy Rings (http://www.rosyrings.com), a maker of fine hand-poured candles, is pleased to introduce its latest collection of home fragrances. Unveiling on retail shelves this spring, the line includes the company's popular botanical... more »
Prominent Brands Return to National Stationery Show
White Plains, NY - The bold new look, high energy and rebounding participation that defined the 2007 National Stationery Show continues to generate buzz, drawing several prestigious companies back to the market after an absence.... more »
Spin-off point-of-sale system proves it
Springdale, Pennsylvania - If you're an avid golfer, chances are you've heard of Club Prophet Systems or their flagship software, ProShopKeeper. But, chances are you haven't heard of their newest venture and sister company, POS... more »
Offering up variety
Ontario — The gift shop at the Four Rivers Cultural Center is a place to find information about different cultures and diversity, but it's also a place to find that special gift or to order... more »
