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National Stationery Show Welcomes Return of Key Industry Leaders to Create Dynamic Robust 2010 Market
White Plains, NY — The National Stationery Show® (NSS), the industry's source for greeting cards, social stationery and related lifestyle products, welcomes the return of several of the industry's most celebrated and distinguished companies. Taking place... more »
Gift store rises from the ashes
An Ipswich business has risen from the ashes one year after being destroyed by fire.Finicky Furniture and Gifts was gutted after an electrical fault sparked a blaze on February 15 last year.Owner Wayne Freeman said... more »
Alma DECA students tops in retail, community support
Reading, writing and retail?Yes, retail.Alma marketing students are learning all three, while working in the school's award-winning store, Aire-looms. The irony of the misspelled name is not lost on the students, but it's catchy. And... more »
Chocolate and flower shops busy for Valentine’s Day
Procrastinating romantics were out in full force Saturday, using the final day before Valentine's Day to pick out the perfect gifts to please their sweethearts."Valentine's Day is a last-minute holiday," said Gayle Harte, owner of... more »
Miniatures overtake Morro Bay
Were you lucky enough to have a talented parent build a dollhouse for you as a favorite gift? Mike Botkin, owner of the Miniature Cottage Shop in Morro Bay, said most novice miniature craftsmen cut... more »
Woodstock Chimes Expands Gift Selection in Time for Mother’s Day
Shokan, N.Y. -- Woodstock Chimes®, a leading manufacturer of precision-tuned windchimes, is delighted to introduce four new pieces to its expansive list of product offerings. Each of the latest products, which include eco-friendly chimes, are... more »
Record-Level Attendance + Strong Sales at 7 W New York Gift and Home Textiles Market Week NYC Baby & Kids Fair
New York, NY — 7 W New York Winter Gift and Home Textiles Market Week was a great kick off to the New Year, with attendance up 25% and all signs pointing to a prosperous... more »
California Gift Show Post Market Recap
Los Angeles, CA –The January California Gift Show® saw a rise in both attendance and exhibitors during the seven-day show. Showrooms and exhibitors alike reported strong sales and high traffic. Attendees loved the new look... more »
Chicago Market: Living and Giving Post Show Recap
Chicago, IL – The Chicago Market: Living and Giving® delivered comprehensive lines and name brand products during the January Market. The Chicago Market saw an exciting traffic increase of 22%, up from last January. Buyers... more »
Final Report from Messe Frankfurt
Over 133,000 buyers from all over the world made their way to Frankfurt am Main for the biggest international consumer-goods fair from 12 to 16 February 2010. While Germany shivered in the icy grip of... more »
Snow cools Valentine passion
Salisbury -- Love. Say it with flowers, chocolates, wine, and, in a trend of achy backs from snow shoveling, a massage. But say it, with Valentine's Day gifts from area shops that specialize in tokens... more »
Floral industry sees boost on Valentine’s Day
Love is in the air this Valentine's Day. And some Michiana retailers are cashing in on romance. Despite the economy, showing your sweetheart you care is still a top priority."It's not last minute; I got... more »
