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Finalists for Best New Product 2014 Announced
Crunchy capers from Sicily, lentil rice crispbread from East Hampton, New York, and grapefruit lilac water from Westfield, Mass., have made the finalist list for the Specialty Food Association’s sofi Award for Outstanding New Product... more »
Dean and JoJo the Dolphin Goes Digital for New Licensing Opportunities
The true life story of Dean & JoJo is a relationship between two species and a connection that transcends differences. It is the longest human and wild dolphin relationship in history. Now for the first... more »
DEMDACO announces new licensing agreement with Kathy Davis
Leawood, KS — DEMDACO®, the Leawood, Kansas-based design firm specializing in gift and home décor products, is excited to unveil a new collection of gift products from leading social expressions designer, artist and author Kathy... more »
Got Squeak?
Rich Frog Industries, a toy manufacturer from Winooski, Vermont, introduces the latest in the line of 100% cotton knit squeaky toys, the Squeaky Cow. Just the right size for a baby’s grasp, our cute little... more »
Mayflower Partners With Anagram International to Bring Extra Revenue And Extra Smiles To Specialty Toy Retailers
Watch a child’s eyes light up when presented with a beautifully giftwrapped toy. Then watch kids jump with glee when presented with a brightly colored foil balloon!Shoppers at specialty toy stores regularly ask for balloons.... more »
Tervis Celebrates Lives Well Spent With Old Guys Ruls
Tervis®, the innovator of insulated drinkware, demonstrates that age is only a number with the addition of the Old Guys Rule license to their product selections.“Old Guys Rule is a fun and lighthearted company with... more »
Abbey Press “Open House” Exceeds Expectations
To commemorate its 50th anniversary in 2014, Abbey Press hosted a six-day Open House event on the grounds of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, April 6-11, 2014.The company issued an open invitation to all wholesaler buyers, offering... more »
Voila Brings Variety to Downtown Lodi
Lodi, CA - Kathy Duran says her career has come full circle with the opening of Voila, a home decor and specialty gift store located in Downtown Lodi.Duran credits her family for inspiring her to... more »
New Clothing Boutique Opens in York City
York, PA - A local blogger is realizing her fashion dreams with a new boutique downtown.Rebecca Wattenschaidt, author of mommyinheelsblog.com, opened Elizabeth & West Fashion House on May 1 at 15 N. Beaver St. in... more »
Born Free Children’s Boutique Dresses Children With Style, Ecology i
Belmont Shore, CA - The inspiration for Marina Barreras-Hernandez’s small business in Belmont Shore came from her nearly 2-year-old daughter.The store, Born Free Children’s Boutique, is geared toward ecologically and style-conscious families.Barreras-Hernandez, 32, offers all-cotton,... more »
Imagine That! Parent’s Choice Touts Manhattan Toy Three Times For Imagine I Can, Motorworks & Groovy Girls Fun Lines
What does a slingshot, mix 'n match magnetic pieces and a princess have in common? They represent three distinct lines of imaginative play by The Manhattan Toy Company that wowed the hard-to-impress Parents' Choice Foundation... more »
Dallas Exclusive: International Folk Art Market I Collection Returns for Fourth Year
The International Folk Art Market I Collection, a Dallas exclusive, returns June 18-22 during the Total Home & Gift Market. This is the fourth year artisans from around the world will gather to showcase one-of-a-kind... more »
