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Being in business together can be better
Even after nearly a decade in business together, Shakoor and Marissa Watson, the husband-and-wife team behind Brooklyn bakery Shakoor's Sweet Tooth, find that being together 24/7 isn't exactly a piece of cake."When you don't have... more »
Studying Your Competitors; Looking for new ideas to keep your store fresh and dynamic?
I admit it. I'm absolutely no fun to go shopping with.The reason is simple. I'm not like other shoppers. I'm not like the mother out looking for the bargain for her family, or the kids... more »
Paper Works and More
Andrea Ceasar's stationery and gift business hasn't just survived the era of Evite and e-mail -- it has thrived.This September, she's celebrating her one-year anniversary at her spacious storefront. It's more than twice the size... more »
Disney to Test Character Toys for Lead Paint
Reacting to three separate recalls of Mattel toys found to contain unsafe levels of lead paint, The Walt Disney Company said it would begin its own testing of toys featuring Disney characters, including random testing... more »
Recall Repercussions: Hot Toys will be Even Hotter this Holiday Season
West Chester, Pa.--Parents have been waiting in line for the "must-have" gifts for years (remember Cabbage Patch Dolls?), but this year consumers should expect even more out-of-stock toys, frazzled parents and disappointed children than ever.... more »
The Knockoff Won
The drawstring anorak that Faran Krentcil considered buying one recent Friday at the Forever 21 store in Union Square was just like a signature look of the designer Stella McCartney. Ms. Krentcil, 26, the editor... more »
Glenwood Mall merchants optimistic
Retail has changed a lot since Terry Kates opened his West Wind Gift Shop in Glenwood Springs 30 years ago.His humble beginnings started in 1977 downtown, where he spent nearly 10 years at 816 Grand... more »
New life for Garrison House as couple takes over landmark
Fort Montgomery — Holly and Bob Gokey always looked longingly at the yellow house on Route 9W as they drove past."I always said to my husband that if that house ever was for sale, I... more »
Focus on reviving north, south campuses leaves area across from heart of OSU hurting
Lackluster sales are forcing Jo Killian to close her gift shop, Ruby's, after 30 years. The shop is across from Ohio State University's central campus.Mood rings, pet rocks and earth shoes were all the rage... more »
April Cornell Holdings Signs Licensing Agreement with Certified International
August 2007 - April Cornell Holdings, Ltd., parent company for the April Cornell brand, announces its licensing agreement with Certified International, a leading manufacturer of ceramic tabletop. Certified International will debut its three exciting April... more »
Pacific Market Center Welcomes Buyers to Discover Current Trends in the Spa and Wellness Industries
Seattle - Pacific Market Center announces a complimentary educational seminar for buyers during the upcoming Spa and Wellness event September 17, 2007. The seminar will feature guest speaker Michelle Barry, Ph.D. and president of Tinderbox,... more »
A Kinder Touch is three shops in one
Where people once sat to have their teeth filled and pulled, they now can have their hair cut and colored. A Beaverdale resident has transformed a former dentist's office into the boutique, salon and spa... more »
