retail profile

Too Fun!

Sharing the story of independent retailers is something that Gift Shop® Plus loves to do. We recently sent out a request for independent toy retailers to share their stories and this feature takes a look... more »

Kerbobble Toys

Kerbobble Toys is located in Manassas, Virginia, near Washington D.C. Customers will find a unique array of vintage and new toys, board games, comic books, and more. Product is bought for cash or store credit... more »

jaZams

Co-owners Dean Smith and Joanne Farrugia opened jaZams in 1996, in New Jersey. The store specializes in children’s toys and books — Smith is the toy buyer and Farrugia purchases the books. The owners created... more »

The Curious Bear Toy & Book Shop

The Curious Bear Toy & Book Shop, located in Fircrest, Washington, is owned by Jennifer Luna and is the sister store to Paper Luxe & The Crest Home. The retail locations are independently owned and... more »

The Hospital Gift Shop Scene

The pandemic has proven especially challenging for hospital gift shops given their clinical setting. On the upside, it has afforded many in this retail niche an opportunity to establish a website and expand into online... more »

Winsome Retail

Located in Atlanta, the Georgia Aquarium offers visitors a fascinating adventure — special in-person encounters, virtual exploration and multiple retail environments. The aquarium is recognized as the largest aquarium in the western hemisphere, according to... more »

Share Your Story: Taylor Elliott Designs

Taylor Elliott Designs is a desk accessory and gift company that specializes in colorful, motivational and fun-to-use products. Libby O'Regan, a marketing and public relations professional at Taylor Elliott Designs, shared its story with Gift Shop Plus. With... more »

Bald Head Island Conservancy Gift Shop – Turtle Central

With so many retailers facing similar challenges right now, we encourage you to "Share Your Story" so that retailers in the industry can connect with one another and share experiences and tips with one another. The Bald... more »