News
In a Quaint Village, a Tradition Thrives
Dartmouth, MA - When someone mentions Padanaram Village, a few things come to mind: the sailboats, the bridge, the quiet village streets, and the Packet.Owned by Helen Francis of Dartmouth, the Packet is the quintessential... more »
Local Businesses Turn to ‘Cash Mobs’ to Stay Afloat
Spokane, WA - Many small businesses are struggling through this economy. Some have even considered closing up shop because of slow sales, but a national trend hopes to curtail those closures and help these businesses... more »
Elementality Owners Bring Main Street Values to Asheville Mall
Asheville Mall, NC - Jordana Thompson's inspiration — intention — is accessible.This business owner and jewelry designer collaborates with myriad muses, from a Fleetwood Mac song to the voice of the wind itself.And just as... more »
Artisanal Producers From 18 Countries Confirm Participation in Artisan Resource Launch During Summer NYIGF
To date, 62 companies representing 18 countries have confirmed their participation in Artisan Resource ™, a new tradeshow directed to U.S.-based volume importers, direct import retailers and wholesalers, which debuts this summer during the New... more »
Seminar & Special Events Highlight Summer 2012 NYIGF
More than 50 educational sessions, industry social events, product awards and feature displays will be offered to buyers and suppliers participating in the summer 2012 New York International Gift Fair® (NYIGF®), Saturday, August 18, through... more »
Gund Signs Licensing Deal For UglyDoll Plush
GUND®, maker of the world's most huggable plush, announced today it has signed a licensing deal with Pretty Ugly™, LLC to make UGLYDOLL® branded plush characters. GUND, the plush division of Enesco LLC, will begin... more »
O’Fallon’s Pizzazz Shines as Gift Shop
O'Fallon, MO - To find that perfect gift for someone special, look no further than Pizzazz gift shop in the heart of O'Fallon. Owner Sandy McGillicuddy makes sure shoppers have a unique, fun experience when... more »
New Shop Offers Nostalgic Finds, New Work by Local Artists
Payson, AZ - Another outlet for local artists to display and sell their wares has opened. Sweet Nostalgia, a small shop tucked neatly into the Twin Pines Shopping Center, adjacent to the Small Café, opened... more »
Bella Luce Boutique Has New Products, New Owners and a New Look
Hudson, WI - "Beautiful light" is the translation for the name "Bella Luce". In this case the translation is true. From the moment you walk into the Bella Luce Boutique, near the waterfront, you are... more »
New Home Décor Store Promises to be Above and Beyond
Truro, MA - Home decorators rejoice, a new "niche market" store is now available in Truro. "Trendy, traditional and timeless," said Liz Toole, of the tagline for a new store she and sister-in-law Anne Toole... more »
Support Local Stores, Discover Your Hometown
Leavenworth, KS - The other day while hanging out with my friend she stated, "You know all the fun places in town." That's because I choose to. I choose to support local stores; this isn't... more »
Canine Cupboard Relocates on State Street
Portsmouth, NH - Dog lovers don't have to travel far to find the new home of the city's premier dog boutique, Canine Cupboard.The specialty canine store, formerly at 102 State St., is now just down... more »
