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June 24, 2014
Main Street Jewelry and Gifts in Myerstown to Celebrate 10th Anniversary

Myerstown, PA - If you would be surprised to learn that Myerstown is home to a high-end jewelry store and boutique, you would not be alone.Many customers are shocked to find out that Main Street... more »

June 24, 2014
My Treasure House Moves to Glen Carbon

Glen Carbon, IL - When Cindy Kenney opened My Treasure House on Main Street in Edwardsville about three-and-a-half years ago, she was leaving behind a full time paycheck to pursue something she loved to do.... more »

June 24, 2014
BAC Gift Shop Showcases Artists’ Work

Bossier, LA - Want to buy some unique, one-of-a-kind works of art? Try the gift shop inside the Bossier Arts Council, which is one of downtown Bossier City’s hidden gems.“This is an opportunity for artisans... more »

June 24, 2014
Shop Moved from AV to Hesperia in February

Hesperia, CA - Unique gifts and colorful garden art pieces are just a few of the things one will find at Kreative Klutter, located at 11938 Hesperia Road. In February, owner Debbie Ragains moved the... more »

June 23, 2014
Toy Manufacturer Was Putty In Their Hands as Peers Voted For Best 2014 Specialty Toy

ASTRA’s annual Awards Breakfast and Business Meeting in Phoenix last week honored the best retailer, toy maker and sales rep among the thousands who work and create specialty toys for children coast to coast. It... more »

June 23, 2014
Company Announces Release of New Line

The fun and creative brand LOL Made you Smile began just one year ago in historic Savannah, Georgia. It is there that husband and wife, Johnny and Nicole Carrillo, began their endeavors in textile design,... more »

June 23, 2014
How The Grommet’s Trying to Attract Mom-and-Pop Shops

One of the most challenging aspects an entrepreneur faces when owning a small business such as a boutique or gift shop is finding products that are guaranteed to sell, and that are also interesting and... more »

June 23, 2014
Playing Favorites

Glen Rose, TX - It’s difficult to pin down exactly what the Glen Rose shop My Favorite Things offers, and that’s exactly how owner Melissa Sharlett likes it.The shop, which opened April 19 on 116... more »

June 22, 2014
Shelton Candy Store Marks Two Years of Sweetness

Shelton, CT - A candy store in downtown Shelton is celebrating its anniversary this month.For two years, Nikki’s Candy Boutique at 93 Center St. has been serving up everything from gummies to chocolate drizzle popcorn,... more »

June 22, 2014
Pet Central to Open its Doors Thursday

Fort Dodge, IA - Pet Central, Everything Pet Boutique opens Thursday. The new Central Avenue shop offers pet supplies, food and more."We're going to have some home decor and stuff geared towards pet lovers, with... more »

June 21, 2014
Officials Urge to Shop Local

Honesdale, PA - Borough Mayor Jack Bishop presented a proclamation to a small business owner and a Shop Local Committee in honor of Independents Week.The week will be recognized from June 29 to July 5.The... more »

June 20, 2014
Artisan Resource Expands Programming for Summer 2014

An expanded schedule of educational seminars – beginning with pre-show exhibitor webinar training and continuing with four days of on-site programming – will be offered at the summer 2014 edition of Artisan Resource®, Saturday, August... more »

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