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May 15, 2014
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 »

May 15, 2014
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 »

May 15, 2014
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 »

May 15, 2014
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 »

May 15, 2014
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 »

May 15, 2014
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 »

May 14, 2014
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 »

May 14, 2014
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 »

May 14, 2014
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 »

May 14, 2014
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 »

May 14, 2014
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 »

May 14, 2014
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 »

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