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GeoArt Introduces New Bangle Collections, Ikat Exotics and Vintage Lace
New York — GeoArt by Cynthia Gale launches two new bangle collections this fall: Ikat Exotics and Vintage Lace. The perfect fusion of East meets West, Indonesian Ikat fabric and kebaya lace are set into statement... more »
Modern Day Masala Growing Up with Whole Foods
Atlanta, GA — With Indian cuisine being touted as one of the top five food trends for 2010 at the recent Summer Fancy Food Show, it is no surprise that local entrepreneur Kristin Sharma, founder of... more »
Jump in retail sales sends stock futures off lows
New York, NY — Stock futures moved off their morning lows, but remain mixed Tuesday, after another report signaled modest economic growth. The dollar hit a new 15-year low against Japan's yen and Treasury prices... more »
Retail sales jump the most in five months
Retail sales in August experienced the biggest jump in five months, in an encouraging sign that the economy is slowly regaining its footing.The Commerce Department reported that purchases were up 0.4 percent from July to... more »
Hand-crafted masterpieces
Polson, MT - When Polson artist Martin Mumma looks at a stump or slab of wood, he doesn't see the same thing you or I see. He sees the wood as a potential bowl, a... more »
From India with handicrafts
Suzanne Drury and Roy Adams have picked up several - from their 30 years of importing fashion, gift and home items from India:- Don't go to Rajasthan's capital, Jaipur, during its annual street-clogged camel fair.-... more »
Noah’s Ark Sets Sail for Family Christian Stores
Australia – The ingenious Noah's Ark from Tier Toys™ has been wowing industry judges, moms and kids for more than a year since it first landed in the States from Down Under. Now the colorful... more »
David Moses, Marcia Miller To Receive Industry Awards
Gift for Life, the gift, stationery and home decor industries' leading charitable organization, announced today that two industry leaders, David Moses and Marcia Miller, will be honored during Gift for Life's 19th Annual Party for... more »
Byers’ Choice Announces Its Harvest Celebration
Bucks County, Pa. — This fall, a family tradition returns to Bucks County. On Friday, Sept. 24 through Sunday, Sept. 26, Byers' Choice Ltd., makers of the famous Caroler figurines, hosts its Harvest Celebration at... more »
Woman follows dream to leave corporate life, open shop
Soft music, the sound of water trickling from a small fountain and a friendly, "Hi. How are you?" greet customers as they enter Angela's Accents, a homey shopping oasis in today's world of supersized department... more »
Retail was in her dreams from an early age
Point Pleasant, Nj — My Point Pleasant Beach store — Seedling, A Baby Shop — has only been open for a few months, and I have never been filled with more self-confidence, self-doubt, happiness and stress... more »
Woman with growing business looks to fuel other moms’ ventures
Colorado Springs, CO - Laurie Derickson's quest for a stylish hat for her little girl has spawned a growing business for the Colorado Springs woman.And her daughter, Marili Jean, age 1 1/2, has pretty much... more »
