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IT is 11:15 a.m. The kids have the day off from school and I'm mall crawling The Westchester in White Plains, with my posse: my 11-year-old daughter, Lake, and two of her friends, Annabelle Kirk,... more »
Hands-on learning Kids, parents fired up over muddy business
Getting dirty while you put a personal touch on kitchenware or make a gift for a friend is worth the price of admission at Muddy Hands the Pottery Place on Center Street in Rutland.The studio,... more »
Jewelry with a cause
Inside the basement of her Richwood, Ky., home, May Tagher patiently slices delicate slivers of ornately decorated polymer clay. Each sliver with its minuscule image will be wrapped around a clay bead. One by one,... more »
iBerkshires Profiles Michele Gietz: Waking Up Happy Every Day
Florida - It's a business philosophy and foundation on which to build a life, and it is the essence of Florida resident Michele Gietz."You have to be an optimist," Gietz said during a Saturday afternoon... more »
Vinegar Plant Becomes ‘Traders Market’
Rogers -- Fresh fruit, coffee, appliances and more under one roof may soon be the newest asset to the Rogers Downtown Historic District.Developer Moe Torabi is completing renovations to the old vinegar factory at the... more »
Gifts define Goes Soft on Customers with New Plush Collection
Tampa, FL, United States - Gifts define offers collection of accessories and hand-stitched felt "softy" dolls with personality. These dolls aren't just for kids or for collecting dust on a shelf - these chic, hip... more »
4 women established businesses made to last
The past 20 years have brought tremendous growth in Arizona and with that, endless opportunity.Success stories can be found in every niche, leaving little doubt about the crucial role women play in our entrepreneurial scene.... more »
Work Begins on Shops at Tripps
Construction is under way on two sites at U.S. 15-501 and Murray Hill Road that will be called the Shops at Tripps.The shops, which will be in two retail buildings, are being built to host... more »
High rents are forcing us to quit say traders
Royal Mile traders have warned that specialist shops are being squeezed out by high rents, jeopardising the street's unique character.Fourteen shops and businesses are up for rent or sale, with small traders who have been... more »
Plastic clogs disrupt machinery in Swedish hospital
A Swedish hospital wants to ban its staff from wearing Crocs plastic clogs, saying they generate static electricity that can knock out medical equipment.Blekinge hospital in southern Sweden suspects the slip-on shoes, made by US... more »
New concourse adds capacity at Blue Grass Airport
Blue Grass Airport is now able to handle a lot more planes and people, thanks to a $16.9 million addition to the terminal.The airport's new Concourse B -- which features six additional passenger boarding gates,... more »
Adora, Inc. Introduces Exclusive, Limited Edition Dolls for Epcot Teddy Bear and Doll Weekend at Walt Disney World
Adora, Inc., one of the leading designers and crafters of fine limited edition and collectible dolls, is proud to introduce two limited edition dolls and a one-of-kind doll set designed for the Epcot Teddy Bear... more »
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Holiday Shop 2024 has debuted! 🎃🦃🎄![]()
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This special annual issue, presented by Gift Shop® Plus, covers 10 holidays throughout the year — from Valentine's Day to New Year's and everything in between. It's chock-full of products that both celebrate and elevate the occasion at hand. ![]()
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Our highly rated Christmas package spans pages 38-60, introducing you to the top colorways, décor trends and giftables for the upcoming holiday season. ![]()
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Flip to page 62 for our first-ever Halloween Hosting feature, which delves into the lavish tablescapes and spooky décor adults are incorporating into their Oct. 31 celebrations. ![]()
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Lastly, meet Jomana Siddiqui on page 72, who has introduced upscale, on-trend partyware for Muslim-American families to celebrate Ramadan and Eid through her company, modernEID.![]()
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Take a look at these features and so much more here: www.nxtbook.com/greatamericanmediaservices/GiftShop-Plus/holiday-shop-2024/index.php#/p/1![]()
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📸 : Photo courtesy of Fiddlestix Mercantile.
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