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Mouth Man Hoodies Journey from ‘Open Arms’ to Animated Open Mouth When Kids Show off Apparel with Arms Folded
Anyone who’s been to a concert knows that after the music, the concession stands are the place to be with wonderful items not found anywhere else. Journey bass guitarist Ross Valory has opened his own concession online at www.MouthMan.com where kooky Sports hoodies are found with an added surprise. An amazing mouth is revealed when arms are placed as if in a self-hug. The clever graphics form the mouth of a shark, dinosaur, frog, and tiger, even a sock monkey!
To create the “look,” slip on a Mouth Man hoodie — created for kids and adults who feel like kids.
Trollbeads Opens First Manhattan Retail Location at M&J Trimming
Trollbeads, the most respected global bead-and-bracelet brand in the market, unveils its first Manhattan retail location at M&J Trimming. For over 70 years, M&J Trimming has been a shopping mecca for customers looking for the highest quality and best selection of materials and imported items such as ribbons from France, laces from Switzerland, buttons from Italy, and so much more.
Get Creative in the Kitchen this Summer with ‘Our Favorite Kid-Friendly Recipes’ from Gooseberry Patch
Serve up meals the whole family will love with Our Favorite Kid-Friendly Recipes, new from independent cookbook publisher Gooseberry Patch! Coming in June, this little book features more than 60 tried & true kid-approved dishes, such as Breakfast Pizza, Incredible Mini Burger Bites, Hot Dog “Cupcakes,” and Pizza Mac & Cheese. Kids of all ages will enjoy Lemonade Salad, S’mores Pudding Pie, and Sweet Slumber Party Pizza.
Fiesta Brand Expands Lifestyle Experience With New Textiles
The Homer Laughlin China CompanyTM (Homer Laughlin), the largest domestic pottery manufacturer and maker of the bestselling FIESTA® Dinnerware, announces a new licensed partnership with Town & Country Living for a complete collection of kitchen textiles, table linens and other specialty products to expand on the FIESTA lifestyle experience.
The new licensed products will be displayed at the Town & Country Showroom (295 Fifth Ave., NY, NY 10016 , Suite 412) during the New York HomeTextile Market in September 2012.
Nationally Known Artist Visits Libertyville Gift Shop
Libertyville, IL – Nora Fleming, designer of the distinctive interchangeable platters and serving pieces appeared recently at How Impressive! a small, personalized gift shop at 326 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville.
Fleming is nationally known and has been featured in the Neiman Marcus catalog. With a collection of over 100 toppers she was on hand in a local boutique, debuting her newest piece, the bread platter. Those who purchased a platter received it autographed with a free topper.
The event was not open to the public because of the demand.
‘Shop The Boulevard’ Campaign Continues Until June
Castro Valley, CA – Despite the dissolving of the Alameda County Redevelopment Agency and the Castro Valley Boulevard Streetscape project’s delayed completion date, the “Shop The Boulevard” campaign will continue on through June.
The $70,000 marketing campaign was implemented since last year to help bring much-needed business to local merchants who took a hit during the Streetscape construction.
According to Bill Lambert, the county’s Assistant Director of Economic Development, the “Shop CV Blvd” website remains under contract and operational until then.
Figpickels Settles into New Digs at Plaza Shops
Coeur d’Alene, ID – What do you get with a toy store with more elbow room?
More toys and more activity.
That was the case during Saturday’s grand re-opening of Figpickels Toy Emporium in The Coeur d’Alene Resort Plaza Shops.
Jonah Webster, 4, Coeur d’Alene, couldn’t resist handling different cool toys. It’s a touchy-feely kind of place, after all.
Couple Opens Baby Boutique in Seminole Heights
Seminole Heights, FL – A baby boutique is moving onto a corner that shows off the best of Seminole Heights – its shaded oak trees and 1920s bungalows.
On June 2, The Nursery Experience will have its grand opening from noon to 6 p.m. in a small house at the corner of Central and Hanna avenues. The shop will offer paintings, baby items made by local crafters, and plants and accessories.
Crazy Ladyz Proves Sane, Expands
Ocean View, DE – In 2005, two businesswomen bought a small retail shop on Chincoteague Island to save it from going under.
Today, they’ve expanded two states northward and quit their corporate world jobs. Crazy Ladyz, the colorful retail shop that got its start in Chincoteague, now boasts two full-blown boutiques in West Ocean City and Ocean View.
Louise Reardon, who owns the shop with longtime friend Jan Patterson-Hohman, says they never expected to be where they are today.
Small Business Success Story: Standing the Test of Time
Mamaroneck, NY – The Toy Box in Mamaroneck has been a favorite destination for both kids and kids at heart for more than 40 years. Owner Steve Josephson talks to us about his four decades in the toy store business, how he’s kept up with a changing industry, and the enduring popularity of Monopoly.
How did you get started in the toy business?
My dad had a candy store in the Bronx, and I went into business with him when I was out of high school. I acquired the store in 1967, and turned it into a toy store. I had a total of seven stores at one time.
National Stationery Show 2012: Green Banana Greetings Debuts Unique New Pop-Up Card Products
Green Banana Greetings, a new, innovative company full of outrageously clever and colorful pop-up greeting cards, gift card holders, announcements, invitations and more, will showcase its product lines at the National Stationery Show in New York City from May 20-24, 2012 in booth 1934. This is the company’s first time exhibiting at the National Stationery Show. The show has not even begun, yet they’ve been recognized and were named finalists for Product Innovation under $5.00 in the 2012 LOUIE awards, which are called the Academy Awards of the greeting card industry.
Vandor Introduces 20-Ounce Steins and Canvas Wall Art
Vandor, LLC, an industry leader in the design and marketing of licensed consumer goods, is introducing 59 new products this summer. Twenty-ounce ceramic steins and canvas wall art join the already extensive line-up of drinkware, home décor, totes, stationery and accessories offered by Vandor.
Abbey Press Wins Prestigious Celtic Trade Award
Abbey Press has been named 2011 Gift Supplier of the Year by the North American Celtic Trade Association (NACTA), recognizing “outstanding product development and customer service.” The company received a certificate citing the achievement at the Ireland Show in Secaucus, NJ, April 21-24. NACTA is the trade association for the North American Celtic market, with more than 200 members in the United States and Canada.
In recent years, Abbey Press has ramped up its development of Irish-themed giftware, in keeping with the high demand for these products.
Gift For Life & National Stationery Show Team-Up For 2012 AIDS Walk New York
Gift for Life, the gift, stationery and home decor industries’ leading charitable organization, has partnered with the National Stationery Show to participate in AIDS Walk New York, a charity fundraiser in New York City’s Central Park on Sunday, May 20 (opening day of the Show). The Gift For Life/National Stationery Show team will recruit walkers and raise funds for the fight against HIV/AIDS.
The Gift For Life/National Stationery Show team will walk 10 kilometers (6.2miles) through Central Park and across New York City’s Upper West Side.
A Custom-Made Solution Keeps Family’s Sewing Factory in Business
Lexington, KY – Nearly four years ago, the Pharris family business was beginning to unravel.
The family from Leitchfield had owned a sewing factory for 30 years, making coats, pants, purses and a host of other items for high-profile names such as Ralph Lauren, J.Crew, Talbots and Coach.
At its peak, the company, Phar Shar Manufacturing, had 550 employees.
Dover Woman’s American Made Teddy Bears go on Sale at Smithsonian
Brandywine Hundred, DE – Debbie Spencer of Dover was struck by how hard it was these days to find goods made in the U.S.A when she watched ABC’s Made in America series.
Spencer had been making teddy bears for 25 years in her Dover home, but the special report inspired her to make a bear completely out of materials manufactured in America.
Spencer researched for months to find all the materials she needed from Wisconsin to New York and started producing Ambear: The All-American Bear. She started production in her home six weeks ago.
A Mother Hummingbird’s Story — The Perfect Gift for Mother’s Day
Old Town Spring, TX – Not only do we celebrate human mothers every May, it’s also important to reflect on all of mothers within nature. That’s why Just For The Birds, located in Spring, has the perfect gift for that bird-loving mom this Mother’s Day, May 13.
Just For The Birds is a terrific and unique shop that sells everything one could imagine involving birds and wildlife.
Trollbeads Launches Your Story in Style Digital Creation Tool
Trollbeads, the most respected global bead-and-bracelet brand in the market, unveils a dynamic, digital campaign just in time for Mother’s Day.
Trollbeads launches its first-ever Facebook application that allows consumers to create a customized bracelet that is both endearing and enduring. Perfectly timed on the heels of one of the leading gift giving holidays, “Your Story in Style” Facebook app allows consumers to write their own story and generates bead recommendations based on what is written.
Dobbs Ferry Spice Shop Offers a World of Flavor
Dobbs Ferry, NY – Maple-bacon lollipops, obscure Moroccan spice blends, black garlic — these are just a few of the unusual products you’ll find at Spice Revolution, a tiny, easy-to-miss spot in downtown Dobbs Ferry. But miss it you shouldn’t, especially if you’re searching for a special ingredient to impress guests at your next dinner party, or the right gift for your foodie friend.
The instant you step into the shop with its dark walls and tiny counter, you’ll know owner Lindsay Jean Fastiggi is serious about sharing the most high-quality seasonings.