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Consorting with Artists

The greeting card business is cutthroat. It's not all dreamy sunsets and cinnamon scented candles. Make one wrong move, the long knives come out and the hair flies.So how does a tiny card and gift... more »

Annie Modica on Turning Crafts Into Collectibles

If you are an artsy-craftsy sort whose friends are always saying you should take those fabulous whatevers you make and start a business, you might want to meet Annie Modica, of Mill Valley, Calif. Ms.... more »

The Artful Gift Shop

When Peggy James walked into The Artful Gift Shop for the first time, she could only think one thing."This is what I'm supposed to be doing."James worked in corporate finance for 20 years before she... more »

Culture and innovation at the NYIGF, with CreatedinFrance®

Paris - CreatedinFrance®, sponsored by Ateliers d'Art de France and dedicated to promoting the work of French craftsmen and companies abroad, will showcase sixteen outstanding exhibitors in their General Gift pavilion at the NYIGF. From... more »

Lejeune resident builds business on ‘art that sets you apart’

When it comes to creating unique and fashionable jewelry and accessories, the Club Creative Studio owner believes in developing "art that sets you apart."It's the motto that Veronica Campos-Hallstrom strives to live up to since... more »

Store striking pottery balance

The new owners of the Pottery Store in Chemainus are finding a balance between functional pieces and funky art.Peggy and Brad Grigor purchased the gallery from a collective of artists last year.The store itself has... more »

Art(ology) a funky, eclectic addition to downtown

Mobile, AL - If destiny means anything, the cozy downtown space that once was home to Chesser Gallery and The Paper Wasp is clearly intended to be a home for art. Call it fate, karma... more »

C & F Enterprises, Inc. and Gallerie II launch home accessories line “Fish Outta Water”

Newport News, VA - C & F Enterprises, Inc. and Gallerie II announce a new introduction "Fish Outta Water" featuring bold and contemporary tabletop, home décor and accessories. The exclusive line with coordinating products from... more »