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Southern California Woman Begins New Plush-Toy Business on CleverCastup.com
Ashley Cook got the right stuff from her expanded consciousness. She began stuffing handmade cloth dolls known as “softies” about two months ago. Cook calls her first series of handmade softies The Flimflam Artists Collection. Flimflam means “nonsense” or... - November 28, 2011 - Ashley Cook
Stanley Gibbons Adds to Its Treasures with the First VC Issued to a British Soldier
Rare stamp and prestige collectibles merchant, The Stanley Gibbons Group plc (LSE: SGI) adds to its holding of investment assets and rare collectibles with a Crimean War "Double Action" Victoria Cross- the first to be issued to a member of the British Army. - November 27, 2011 - The Stanley Gibbons Group plc
Social Light Offering Wholesale Lighters in Time for the Holidays
Leading provider of refillable butane lighters Social Light is proudly announcing wholesale offerings for the Holidays. - November 24, 2011 - Social Light
Online Shop modeS4u.com Launched Affiliate Program - Not Just for Sewing Bloggers
Kawaii Online Shop www.modes4u.com offers a new partnership opportunity especially for bloggers and website owners. People active and interested in cute products can now make money by adding modes4u banners to their websites. - November 23, 2011 - modeS Group Ltd
Yew Tree Glass at Hereford Cathedral Gift Shop
Yew Tree Glass are gearing up for Christmas and their handmade stained glass is now available from Hereford Cathedral Gift Shop. - November 16, 2011 - Yew Tree Glass
Ceramic Buttons Online Launched Today, Celebrating the Very Best of British Handcrafts
Ceramic Buttons Online, an online store offering a selection of beautiful, hand made, ceramic buttons launched today at http://www.ceramicbuttonsonline.com/. - November 12, 2011 - Ceramic Buttons Online
Slot Mods USA Has Appointed a New Member to Their Sales and Marketing Team
Slot Mods USA (http://www.slotmods.com) announced today that Todd Burek has joined the group to further develop their growing portfolio of custom built museum quality and hand crafted raceways for the ultimate garage, showroom, or commercial interactive attraction. Todd comes with a wealth of... - November 10, 2011 - Slot Mods USA
World’s Smallest Garden Center Celebrates Huge Miniature Garden Trend
The world’s smallest retail nursery, Two Green Thumbs Miniature Garden Center, turns 10 years old this month and is leading the brand new miniature garden hobby into the most popular trend to hit the garden industry in years. Industry professionals, garden center owners and growers are quickly discovering this huge surge in interest in the smallest of plants and the tiniest of gardens. - November 09, 2011 - Two Green Thumbs Miniature Garden Center
Shop Cats Presents: The 2nd Annual Wandering Winter Craft Show
The Wandering Winter Craft Show is an annual event that happens across the city during the holiday season, staging pop-up craft events and showcasing local talent and goods. - November 08, 2011 - Shop Cats
Rare Stamp and Collectibles Dealer Stanley Gibbons Welcomed to Hong Kong by UKTI
Rare stamp and collectibles dealer, The Stanley Gibbons Group plc (LSE: SGI) was welcomed to Hong Kong by the UKTI’s Deputy Trade Commissioner John Woodruffe during a reception to mark the official opening of Stanley Gibbons (Asia) Ltd held at the British Consulate General. - November 04, 2011 - The Stanley Gibbons Group plc
The Wreath Depot Now Offers Free Shipping on Holiday Wreaths Over $25
The wreath design experts at The Wreath Depot have recently announced that they will now be offering free shipping on all orders over $25 made by their clients in the lower 48 states. - November 03, 2011 - The Wreath Depot
Pumpkin Masters® Announces 2011 Pumpkin Carving Contest
Pumpkin Masters®, creator of the world’s first pumpkin carving kit, is giving fans the chance to be part of Pumpkin Masters® history. This year’s winner will be included in one of the official Pumpkin Masters® carving kits for 2012, which will be sold in mass retailers,... - October 28, 2011 - Pumpkin Masters®
New E-Commerce Website Launched: Functional and Decorative Birdhouses and Birdfeeders
GCR Sales, LLC has announced the launch of a new e-commerce Web site promoting primarily birdhouses and birdfeeders. - October 26, 2011 - GCR Sales, LLC
The Craftique to Host Craft Show at 13th Annual Tewksbury Harvest Festival
On October 19, 2011, The Craftique will host a large craft show at the 13th Annual Tewksbury Harvest Festival, located at Christie Hoffman Farm in Califon, NJ. - October 26, 2011 - The Craftique Creations and Promotions LLC
Social Light to Offer Quality Butane Lighter Refills
Leading provider of refillable lighters, Social Light, is proudly announcing the new availability of their line of butane lighter refills. These refills are perfect to replace empty lighters and lengthen life expectancy of their trendy butane lighters. Social Light is now introducing its complete... - October 26, 2011 - Social Light
Stateside Man Goods Launches Gift and Care Package Line for Men
A Marine Corps veteran has launched a premium gift and care package business for men featuring a specialty and gourmet product line uncommon for gift baskets and military care packages on the market today. - October 26, 2011 - Stateside Man Goods, LLC.
Invitation: Quilt Around the World Organises an International Quilt Block Swap
The online magazine Quilt around the World (www.quilt-around-the-world.com) has started a truly ambitious patchwork project – a global quilt block swap. Invited are patchwork and quilt enthusiasts worldwide, no matter whether novices, occasional quilters or professionals. “We are not... - October 26, 2011 - Quilt around the World GmbH
Susan Shares: 30 Days of Valuable Tips for Families
Family Documentary Producer Susan Saunders commemorates Family History Month in October with a 30-day collection of insights on her blog, in a new column entitled "Susan Shares.” - October 24, 2011 - Family Line Studios
Buy Wholesale from Social Lighters
Social Light is encouraging the public to buy wholesale for the upcoming holiday seasons. - October 19, 2011 - Social Light
Social Light to Offer Butane Lighter Refills
Social Light, provider of stylistic lighters for domestic use, has announced the new availability of butane lighter refills for its lighters. - October 19, 2011 - Social Light
See All the Pistols Your Gun Holster Will Hold
Many stores prefer you to select the exact pistol you are trying to find a gun holster for. Now, with one glance you can see all the pistols a model of holster will properly fit. - October 17, 2011 - TheGunHolsterStore.com
Lieutenant Governor Opens Stanley Gibbons’ New Hill Street Office
Jersey’s Lt Governor General Sir John McColl, hails Stanley Gibbons for bringing diversity to the Channel Islands at a reception to mark the opening of their new premises. - October 13, 2011 - The Stanley Gibbons Group plc
Teaneck Creek Conservancy Hosts EcoArt Day and Craft Fair
The Teaneck Creek Conservancy is hosting the bi-annual EcoArt Day and Craft Fair. With a focus on art created by local and world-class artists, the event will host art installations, Native American Story telling, a wood carving demonstration, paper making, a unique musical event and features hand made crafts for sale. - October 10, 2011 - The Craftique Creations and Promotions LLC
Stanley Gibbons Opens in Hong Kong Offering Trophy Assets, Rare, Premium Collectibles and Secure Investment Opportunities
The Stanley Gibbons Group plc (LSE: SGI) announce the official opening of Stanley Gibbons (Asia) Ltd in the heart of Hong Kong’s Central District. - October 09, 2011 - The Stanley Gibbons Group plc
Holiday Fund Raising Project for Children in Need: Spread The Love
Spread The Love is a fundraising project for children without a family. The love is "spread" in two ways. First, the buyers can send beautiful wallet size poem cards to their loved ones to let them know they care and think of them. Second, Spread The Love helps orphans celebrate the holiday this season: all profits from the sales are donated to local organizations. - October 02, 2011 - Spread The Love
"Design Guru Gives "Stamp" of Approval to Philatelic Exhibition
Author and cultural commentator Stephen Bayley lends his support to an exhibition highlighting black achievement as part of Black History Month UK. - October 01, 2011 - The Stanley Gibbons Group plc
TheGunHolsterStore.com is the New Way to Get All Your Gun Holsters and Much More
There is a new store that is charging on to the scene of gun holsters, tactical belts, magazine pouches, and more. TheGunHolsterStore.com, founded in early 2011 is quickly taking its place among the normal big names that many people prefer. - September 25, 2011 - TheGunHolsterStore.com
Stamp Dealer Stanley Gibbons to Host Post-Colonial Exhibition
Rare stamp and collectibles dealer and award-winning African-Caribbean creative collaborate to celebrate the stamps from the African Diaspora as part of Black History Month UK. - September 24, 2011 - The Stanley Gibbons Group plc
The Wreath Depot Now Offering Free Shipping on Entire Collection of Fall and Holiday Wreaths
Wreath design, manufacture and delivery specialist The Wreath Depot has recently announced that they will be offering free delivery on their entire collection of holiday and fall wreaths. The company has made this commitment to their customers due to the overwhelming response to their summer... - September 23, 2011 - The Wreath Depot
Janlynn Launches New Discount Crafts Website, Bringing Even More Value to Consumers
Janlynn, a family owned Corporation for over 32 years, has launched a new discount craft website, www.valucrafts.com. - September 21, 2011 - ValuCrafts
Bisque Imports Voted Supplier of the Year by Trade Organization for Third Consecutive Year
Bisque Imports, a North Carolina based ceramics importing business, was voted Supplier of the Year by the membership of the Contemporary Ceramic Studios Association during their annual convention last week in Birmingham, AL for the third consecutive year. The Supplier of the Year Award is voted... - September 21, 2011 - Bisque Imports
Jordana Paige Donates Handbag Sales to Breast Cancer Fight
While exercising and avoiding alcohol are two things anyone can do to prevent breast cancer, Jordana Paige’s Knitter’s Satchel in pink gives the gift of style, organization, as well as cash to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. - September 20, 2011 - Jordana Paige
Artibly.com Opens Gallery Store for Artists and Photographers
Web Site Allows Artists to Increase On-Line Presence and Sell Unique Products and Archival Prints. - September 19, 2011 - Artibly.com
Open House Set for Christmas in Maxwell
Announcing the 15th Annual Christmas Open House for Christmas in Maxwell. A quaint but classy Christmas store located in northern CA host an annual Holiday Champagne Brunch to launch the Christmas Holiday Shopping. October 15th, 2011 - 11:00 am; RSVP: 530-438-2971 - September 16, 2011 - Christmas in Maxwell
The Wreath Depot Announces Introduction of New Lavender Wreaths and Berry Wreaths to Their Catalogue
In order to continue the company’s operational mandate of adapting their products to current industry trends, Tonganoxie, Kansas based decorative wreath specialist The Wreath Depot has announced the introduction a new range of products to their existing catalog. The new selections available... - August 31, 2011 - The Wreath Depot
Stanley Gibbons Increases Its Worldwide Distribution Network
Rare stamp and collectibles dealer, Stanley Gibbons Group plc (LSE: SGI), today announce the addition of two new International distributors. - August 21, 2011 - The Stanley Gibbons Group plc
Yew Tree Glass Launches Website Promoting Handmade Stained Glass Gifts and Commissions
Yew Tree Glass produces hand made stained glass gifts using their own designs. Including suncatchers, figures, roundels, stained glass animals and birds. Specialising in Stained glass art and design. A new website has been launched at yewtreeglass.co.uk. - August 14, 2011 - Yew Tree Glass
1,001 of America's Favorite Recipes
Cookbook Resources introduces 1,001 of America's Favorite Recipes, a new cookbook that comes from stained recipe cards, popular regional traditions, product labels and old publications that spread these recipes from coast to coast. Now in one cookbook, these favorites are at your fingertips and... - August 10, 2011 - Cookbook Resources, LLC
Aquatic Life Earns Pet Products News International 2011 Retailer’s Top Pick Award
Aquatic Life was recently voted the provider of premium aquarium products as the Pet Products News International 2011 Retailer’s Top Pick Award. In the August 2011 issue, Pet Product News International announces that the R7S HID/T5HO Light Fixture received first place in the Aquatic Products category. - August 05, 2011 - Aquatic Life
The Stanley Gibbons Group Expands Into Asia
Following the launch of a China Rarities Index last month, rare stamp and collectibles dealer, Stanley Gibbons Group plc (LSE: SGI), announce their Asian expansion. - July 27, 2011 - The Stanley Gibbons Group plc
New Website Celebrates Wayne Gretzky Rookie Card
Looking to buy a Wayne Gretzky rookie card? Meet the site that has all of the information you need on Gretzky hockey cards and The Great One himself. - July 24, 2011 - Gretzky Rookie Card
Championship Rings Website Offers Insight Into the Ultimate Sports Collectible
Fans and collectors can learn about and purchase college and pro sports championship rings through a new website called TitleRings.com. - July 24, 2011 - Title Rings
The Wreath Depot’s New Products Achieving a Great Response from Clients
The Wreath Depot has recently announced that their clients have responded extremely well to their new product line-up. The company is known to consistently update their product catalogue every year to both meet customer requirements and changing market demands. This year, the response they’ve... - July 24, 2011 - The Wreath Depot
Eye On U Bands Hit It Big at the International Gift Mart in Atlanta – They Are the Next Kids Fashion Sensation
Eye On U Bands, started by two working mothers, debuted at the Atlanta International Gift and Home Market this past weekend. With distribution in almost 10 states within the first week of the product's introduction, Eye On U Bands are anticipated to be the next must have accessory for kids. - July 21, 2011 - Eye On U Bands
Giant Blue Marlin Sets New Bahamian Record - Custom Mount Creation Awarded to Gray Taxidermy
Team "Double Dog" recorded a new Bahamian record when they reeled in a Blue Marlin weighing 1,119 pounds (507 kg). Angler David Albury turned to Gray Taxidermy to have the tail and bill mounted as he knows that as memorable this day was, by getting a custom mount the memories will be even sweeter and last forever. - July 20, 2011 - Gray Taxidermy
Monuments, Benches and Urns: Artistic Visions of the Hereafter Opens July 28, 2011
“Monuments” opens Thursday, July 28, 2011 with the first Artists’ Reception to be held on the FAT Friday Trolley Hop, July 29, 2011 from 6-9 PM at Kaviar Gallery. Contributing artists include David Kocka, David Lind, Raymond Graf, Guy Tedesco, Matt Weir, Don Lawler, Meg White, and Craig Kaviar. - July 20, 2011 - Kaviar Forge & Gallery
Social Light Announces New Acrylic Merchandiser Display Case
Social Light has just announced the release of their acrylic merchandiser display units for the retailers who feature their line of decorative candle lighters. The new display case holds up to eight lighters, and can also be used to present the products that supplement the product; handmade gift... - July 20, 2011 - Social Light
The Rising Trend for "Ultra Modern Collectibles"
Following international interest in William and Kate’s Order of Service coming to auction, Fraser’s Autographs expert Dr. Best comments on the increasing popularity of ‘"ultra-modern collectibles." - July 20, 2011 - The Stanley Gibbons Group plc
Gibbons Stamp Monthly Defies Publishing Downturn
Niche publisher Stanley Gibbons announces a 6.5% rise in sales and increased market share 2010-11 for its consumer magazine Gibbons Stamp Monthly. - July 16, 2011 - The Stanley Gibbons Group plc
The Wreath Depot Now Offering Specialty Pricing on Summer Wreaths
Specialist wreath supplier, The Wreath Depot, is promoting a new special offer on their collection of summer wreaths. Customers that purchase two summer wreaths will receive the 2nd wreath at half price, therefore allowing them to save money and celebrate the season in style. During their 22-year... - July 14, 2011 - The Wreath Depot