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Ivy’s Vine owners put new spin on shop

Genoa -- Ivy's Vine has put a new twist on its new and vintage gift shop.Now the store is turning the vintage into something new.Owners Carolyn Huffman and Cindy Nolte have created Beadyize Vintage Bead-tique... more »

Cedar Springs couple plan store with Amish-crafted goods

Cedar Springs, Michigan — While some people think it might not be a good idea to open a business during a recession, Bob and Betty Truesdale believe they can make a go of it --... more »

A dot-com chant; Cash-strapped monasteries use Web to make ends meet

Georgia - More than half a century into a life at one monastery, Father Anthony Delisi is busy experimenting with fudge. After chocolate, maple walnut and peach brandy, he's unveiled the new eggnog flavor —-... more »

Madison Etsy explorations: Aunty K’s Crocheted Guyz

Recently I was shopping for a children's gift and found it hard not to be overwhelmed by the vast number of branded toys reaching out to grab my attention. I am not a Barney fan... more »

Quilted Treasures: Huntington quilt shop owner at the heart of the business

At Quilted Treasures gifts come from the heart and Michelle Anderson is the heart of the business. She is the owner/employee in this quilt shop located at 185 North and 100 West in Huntington. Anderson... more »

Village Wrought unveils wine caddies, accessories

(FABIUS, NY) -- From the heart of Central New York comes Village Wrought Iron's unique and creative line of wine caddies and accessories. Whether entertaining at home, attending a party or looking for a unique... more »

Homespice Decor Debuts Out-Durable Colors

(Tucker, GA) -- Homespice Decor, an award-winning designer and manufacturer of braided rugs and accessories, debuts two new color combinations in its popular Out-Durable braided rug collection for 2009: Spruce and Midnight Moon.The new Out-Durable... more »

New Fairhaven retail store focusing on local, handmade products

Bellingham, WA — Lauren Burger and Justin Feezell discovered they could work well together through challenging situations in the Peace Corps, so they've decided to continue that partnership in a new business. Last week they... more »