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60’s and 70’s Inspire New Collections
New York, NY — With the 40th anniversary of Woodstock being celebrated this year, peace and love motifs are influencing fashion houses around the globe. GeoArt by Cynthia Gale is at the forefront of accessories with a sterling silver line which has been oxidized to produce the unique patterns found on 60’s and 70’s textile prints.
January 2010 releases now on BlossomBucket.com
North Lawrence, Ohio — Blossom Bucket, Inc. is introducing their new spring lines for January 2010 delivery at their website, BlossomBucket.com.
Company president Cindy Lowry says, “Each year, it’s difficult to not say ‘this is our best line-up yet,’ but that’s truly how I feel. We challenge ourselves as a company and our incredibly talented designers to continually improve upon previous lines.
From “Chill to Thrill” – Pajama Warmer Introduced To Retail Gift Market
Duluth, MN – Reasor Products, innovator and manufacturer of the Pajama Warmer, has recently introduced its popular product to the retail gift market. The Pajama Warmer, an attractive temperature controlled electric warming fleece bag heats pajamas or any items placed inside it in 10 – 15 minutes.
With the tag line “pajamas never felt so good” the Pajama Warmer was originated when the inventor and company founder, Lance Reasor decided to create a more efficient way for warming pajamas.
The Elements Of A Great Shopping Experience
Paula Courtney found “wow” when she took her daughter to the employee washroom at her local grocery store. A sign by the door instructed workers to remain physically by the side of any customer experiencing a problem until that problem was resolved. Later, when Courtney was in the checkout line, the cashier noticed Courtney’s blueberries were squishy.
5 social media tips for small business
A few years ago, using the Internet to market a small business simply meant to create a presence online with a simple, informational Web site.
Then came the demands of search engine optimization to ensure Google and Yahoo searches yielded top-ranked results for your company. Was your business’s Web site chock full of the key search terms that would bring it to the attention of customers?
Today, social media is transforming the small-business marketing landscape. Social media are Web- or mobile-based tools for sharing and discussing information.
New face on old business
Pam “Garrison” Stadick is her father’s son.
It was a joke Stadick shared with William Garrison at his Army-Navy store in Williams for many years, where she grew up stocking shelves and keeping things in order.
“Dad didn’t like me saying that,” Stadick said.
Greeting 25 years: Warner’s not your typical card store
Portsmouth, NH — Twenty-five years of catering to customers card cravings and gift needs will soon come to the forefront for Robert Wyrick and his family.
The owner of Warner’s Card and Gift Shop located in the heart of the downtown at 2 Market Square will celebrate 25 years of doing business on July 15.
The shop that was formerly owned by Wyrick’s mother, Edith Warner, has grown into a souvenir destination and come to be known as a hot spot for locally made products and the traditional Hallmark gift cards.
Wyrick and his wife Kathy bought the business from Warner about
Retail Spotlight: KitchenArt, Big Ideas From the Store for Cooks
Before Larry Oates opened his KitchenArt store in West Lafayette, Ind., he made a list. The list was two-part, including both businesses that Oates — an attorney looking for a career change — would be interested in developing and businesses that he believed his Big Ten college town community needed.
Gourmet Housewares Show Collaborates with Local San Francisco Businesses
White Plains, NY — The Gourmet Housewares Show® co-location with the summer San Francisco International Gift Fair® and the collaboration with the Golden Gate Restaurant Association, SF Chefs, Food, Wine. Event, are not the only perks of the August 8-10 Show. Adding to the excitement is a partnership formed between the Gourmet Housewares Show and the San Francisco Convention & Visitors Bureau with the Show Your Badge program, providing market attendees with exclusive benefits at local San Francisco businesses.
Ceaco Licenses Christopher Radko for 2009 Holiday Puzzles
Newton, MA – Ceaco, a leading jigsaw puzzle and game manufacturer based in Newton, Massachusetts introduces its newest license, Christopher Radko®. Two images of the highly collectible Radko® ornaments will be used: a 500 piece wreath shaped puzzle and a 550 piece Holiday Traditions puzzle. The puzzles will be available in mid-October.
“We are delighted to have the opportunity to produce Christopher Radko puzzles,” said Donna Webster, Vice President of Licensing at Ceaco.
MMPI Welcomes Jenay Root, L.A. Mart’s New Director of Gift Leasing
Chicago, IL – MMPI is pleased to announce that Jenay Root has been named new Director of Leasing for the L.A. Mart Gift, effective June 16, 2009. In her new position with MMPI, Root will play an integral role in all of the leasing and sales activity for the L.A. Mart Gift.
Prior to joining the L.A. Mart, Root held several positions with dmg world media, an organizer of exhibitions, trade shows, events and conferences.
Christian Retailers, Publishers Convene for 60th Convention
Denver, CO – Ron and Carolyn Meyer see few young people at their local Christian bookstore.
The Newly Integrated California Gift Show Presents Business Building Resources for Buyers
Los Angeles, CA – Retailer’s from across the west will have more resources than ever before at the newly integrated California Gift Show this July. The ease of market experience- one registration process, one comprehensive show directory and one shuttle system is just the start. Once buyers arrive at either the Los Angeles Convention Center or L.A.
Pelham market is an extended family
Pelham — While other stores are jacking up prices to keep pace with the sluggish economy, the owners of Hillside Country Store on Mammoth Road are doing everything they can to keep prices low for their customers.
“We certainly have felt the wrath of the economy, but we try to keep our prices not off the wall,” owner Mary Kay Tanner said.
Tanner, who lives across the street and bought the store with her husband five years ago, said she tries to negotiate with vendors who threaten to raise their prices.
Concord Mills Mall stands against free speech, costs jobs
Several employees of a local business will be losing their jobs because the owners of Concord Mills Mall do not agree with the business’s political merchandise. The employees work for Free Market Warrior a Conservative store and movement dedicated to promoting free speech and Capitalism.
Free Market Warrior sells bumper stickers, books, t-shirts, hats and other items that express patriotism and political opinion. One bumper sticker they sell says: “I proudly served in Iraq (you’re welcome)” and another one says: “I wear lipstick. I own a gun.
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 — for a third time.
The Rockford couple received approval Thursday to build a 1,963-square-foot retail establishment and 2,233-square-foot dwelling on a vacant lot at 141 S.
Small Plum Introduces the Next Generation of Organic Gift Apparel
New York, New York — Small Plum introduces the next generation of organic gift apparel. Made from the best material on earth, these organic, 100% bamboo garments are luxuriously soft and make the perfect gift this holiday season.
Eco-conscious new parents will appreciate the sustainable material, and everyone will love Small Plum’s simple yet fashionable garment designs embellished with either modern patterns from New York designer Geraldine water-based and PVC-free.
Gilefsky Merger/Northeast Market Center 2010 Show Dates
Ron Gilefsky & Company, Inc., a manufacturer’s representative organization who has been servicing the six New England states for over 37 years, is pleased to announce its recent merger with Mike Anderson of Old Colony Marketing. The company will remain Ron Gilefsky & Company, Inc.
Mike Anderson brings over 25 years sales experience to the table.
NYIGF Website Adds New Features for Buyers
White Plains, NY — Three new time-saving features have been added to NYIGF.com, the official website of the New York International Gift Fair® (NYIGF®), further extending the site’s services for Fair participants. Effective immediately, market-goers can visit NYIGF.com/attendee to generate personalized lists of compatible exhibiting companies, to research information on show specials offered by exhibitors and to preview new products planned for the summer 2009 market (August 15-20, 2009, at New York City’s Jacob K. Javits Convention Center and Passenger Ship Terminal Pier 94).
National Stationery Show (NSS) Launches YouTube Video
White Plains, NY — A YouTube video featuring commentary and highlights of the 2009 National Stationery Show® (NSS) has gone viral, with more than 300 views just hours after launching.
The video can be viewed at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PZvaf8vWjR0 or through the NSS website at www.nationalstationeryshow.com.
Produced by Popstream, the NSS 2009 video features commentary by notable industry leaders such as Anna Griffin of Anna Griffin Inc., Micah Chase of Checkerboard Ltd., Rick Ruffner of Avanti Press and Todd Ferrier of Lifeguard Press.