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Apple Valley Gifts Marks 30 Years in La Crescent
La Crescent, MN - It has been 30 years since Ellen and Jim Mades opened what today is Apple Valley Gifts, now at 329 Main St. in downtown La Crescent.They opened Apple Valley Antiques and... more »
Lula Bells Recognized as Business of the Month
Jerseyville, IL - Lula Bells has been recognized as the Jersey County Business Association Business of the Month for October.November proves to be just as exciting for the gift shop, as well. On Nov. 7,... more »
American Made
Lakewood, NY - In a mass market economy, finding unique, affordable items can be difficult. As can finding unique American-made items. On Tuesday at 11 a.m. though, Shabi in Lakewood will be opening its doors... more »
Women Power: Padanaram Village Shops Thriving With Women at The Helm
Dartmouth, MA - Chances are you haven't encountered a store named Refried Tees.Founder and chief upcycling officer Lisa Litos said she thought it would be a quirky label for what she has been doing a... more »
How to Thrive On and Beyond Small Business Saturday
In between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Small Business Saturday is a day dedicated to supporting local small businesses. The movement has inspired thousands of Americans to shop locally and it’s making a big impact.... more »
Eye For the Eclectic: Melangerie Offers Unique Gifts
Palm Beach, FL - If you enjoy humorous and risqué sayings, Sherry Frankel’s Melangerie will bring a smile to your face. The eclectic gift shop in Worth Avenue’s Via Amore has something for everyone, from... more »
Start Shopping Local Now, Ahead of the Holiday Rush
Elizabeth City, NC - Now that Halloween has passed, we look forward to Thanksgiving and Christmas — coming quickly within the next few weeks. Christmas trees are already on display as merchants work to get... more »
Sherman Says: Small Business Saturday Should Be a Weekly Routine
Hamburg, NY - The retail marketplace has evolved a great deal in the last decade, with more and more consumers’ opting to place orders online or direct all of their dollars to big box stores,... more »
Bloomsbury Lane Toy Shoppe Celebrates Fourth ‘Neighborhood Toy Store Day’ on Nov. 9
Lancaster, NY - As a child, there is nothing more exhilarating than going to the toy store with mom, dad, grandma, or grandpa. All the colors, sounds, and of course, all the toys created a... more »
Unique Items from Mexico in Lex Shop
Lexington, NE - After selling metal and home décor items wholesale for 19 years, Jennifer Chester has opened a retail store of her own.The newly built store, filled with many unusual and one-of-a-kind items, is... more »
Toymail. We Send Mail to Toys.
Gauri Nanda, the designer, entrepreneur and MIT Media Lab Alum who unleashed Clocky, the alarm clock on wheels, is about to roll out a revolutionary concept in the world of toys called "Toymail.""Toymail is like... more »
Bravado Partners With Leading Licensees to Bring the Iconic Imagery of The Beatles’ Legendary Film, Yellow Submarine, To Fans
Bravado, Universal Music Group’s global music merchandising company, announced today the company has partnered with two leading North American licensees, Boelter Brands and Trends International to produce merchandise tied to the world’s most beloved band,... more »
