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Petite Fleur Designs Expands Availability of Children’s Accessories with Online Boutique. Boutique Hair Bows, Baby Headbands, Girls Flower Hair Clips, and Baby Hats
Petite Fleur Designs offers elegant hair accessories and more for your little fashionista. Handcrafted boutique hair bows, baby headbands, baby and toddler hats, flower hair clips, baby layette sets and girls signature bling shirts. Visit www.petitefleurdesigns.com to shop for beautiful creations designed by Laura. - July 11, 2008 - Petite Fleur Designs & Co
Director of UR-InThePaper Meets Gordon Brown
UR-InThePaper Ltd, the largest personalised newspaper company in the UK, today announced that their Managing Director, Rebecca Philipson, has met the British Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, for the second time in two years. 24-year-old Rebecca was invited by Durham MP, Hilary Armstrong, to celebrate the success of local entrepreneurs at a private reception held at Number 10 Downing Street on June 23rd, 2008. - July 02, 2008 - UR-InThePaper Ltd
Art... Vintage... Everything: New Marketplace Emerges in Downtown Raleigh
"I want Purple Armchair to be the place where you find everything you couldn't find at the last store you visited." -- owner Patrick Lawton - July 02, 2008 - Purple Armchair
Toronto Quilt Shop to Host Project Linus Community Service Day
Sew Sisters, a Toronto Quilt Shop, to Host a Free Quilt Making Workshop on July 15th to benefit Project Linus. - June 25, 2008 - Sew Sisters Quilt Shop
Relax and Rejuvenate with Scented Soy Candles from SoybeanScents
Michigan based soy candle company, SoybeanScents, launches a new premium product line featuring earth friendly soy wax candles. The soy candles are hand poured, organic, and support American Soybean Farmers. - June 13, 2008 - SoybeanSCENTS
Kellyco Metal Detectors Helps Maine High School Start Archaeology Club
Kellyco Metal Detectors donate equipment to help Nokomis Regional High School in Maine start a local archaelogy club. Spearheaded by three teachers that secured a small grant; the club is started for students interested in a hands-on history lesson. - June 11, 2008 - Kellyco Metal Detectors
Beads - Behind the Mask: Beadwork Show at The Beadin’ Path in Freeport, Maine
Behind the Mask: Artist’s Opening Reception at The Beadin’ Path in Freeport, Maine. The Beadin’ Path, a bead store in Freeport, Maine, issued beaders and beadwork artists from all over the world a challenge: to accept a blank mask and after 6 months, submit a beaded mask for a... - June 08, 2008 - The Beadin' Path
Change the Color of Your Fire with Funky Colored Flames
Funky Colored Flames changes the color of any wood fire and makes it blue, green and purple. It is sold in the camping aisle at Target & Wal-Mart. - June 05, 2008 - Winlow Products
Antique & Collectible Flea Market Held at Long Beach Vets Stadium on Sunday June 15 & June 29, 2008
The largest antique & collectible market in California will be held on Sunday, June 15th at Long Beach Veterans Stadium featuring over 800 dealers. On June 29th the Special Sale and Treasure Hunt will feature 500 dealers. - June 04, 2008 - Long Beach Antique Market
Lake Mohawk Gallery of Emryn International LLC Will be Featuring the Oil and Pastel Paintings of Laurie Harden
Lake Mohawk Gallery of Emryn International LLC will be featuring the oil and pastel paintings of Laurie Harden. Laurie's art is presented in many galleries in and around the region. A reception with the artist will be held on June 7, 2008 from 12-6 PM at the Gallery. Just in time for Summer 2008, the announcement comes well with the new GrafxShop 4.8 release. The GrafxShop suite can be viewed and purchased at the Gallery. - June 01, 2008 - Lake Mohawk Gallery
Antiques for Everyone Returns to the NEC
Antiques for Everyone, Britain’s premier dedicated antiques event, is returning to the NEC for four days from 24th - 27th July 2008. With over 400 specialist dealers from around the world, Antiques for Everyone is Britain’s largest vetted and datelined antiques fair, featuring an... - May 31, 2008 - Antiques for Everyone
Troll and Toad Announces the Fonarow Collection of Board Games and RPGs Purchased for $150,000
Troll and Toad (www.trollandtoad.com) online retailer of collectible games made a purchase of $150,000 in Board Games and RPGs by one of the largest, or possibly largest private board game collectors in the world. Includes many rare and Out of Print games and games owned by Robert Charles, founder of Avalon Hill. - May 14, 2008 - Troll and Toad
Card Making Enthusiasts Develop Cards for Kids Program Benefiting the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
In an effort to add a little sunshine to the lives of St. Jude patients, the members of the Cricut user community are collecting donations of handmade cards to raise money for hospital research. - May 12, 2008 - The Christmas Light Emporium
D&D Custom Art Announces the Launch of Their Online Presence
D&D Custom Art, a company that has been offline for over a year, has officially launched online. They offer a variety of products including custom embroidery, wind spinners, garden art and wood art. - May 01, 2008 - D&D Custom Art
2nd Annual Yellow Fence Shirt to Raise Money for Breast Cancer
Yellow Fence, the leader in fashionable scrapbook apparel, will offer their trademarked "care. crop. cure." shirt design for scrapbookers again this year. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization. - April 16, 2008 - Yellow Fence, Inc.
Janlynn Corporation Launches New & Innovative Disney Party Activity Kits
Featuring Disney Channels Hannah Montana, Disney Princess, Cars & More. - April 09, 2008 - ValuCrafts
Custom Pillow Maker Gives New Life to Old Clothes: Find Meaning in Spring Cleaning with Kricket Designs
To purge or not to purge? Most people face this question each spring as windows are opened, closets are cleaned, and renewal is sought alongside the warmer weather. And while the local charity may receive bundles of goods, clothing items with sentimental value often stay in closets year after... - April 08, 2008 - Kricket Designs
Potpourri Company Expands Into Wholesale Marketing
Vermont-based potpourri company YankeeScents is expanding into the wholesale market by offering many of its most popular potpourri blends to retailers. Retailers can now select from seasonal favorites like Country Christmas and Holiday Fruit & Nut to year-round blends like Highland Heather and... - March 21, 2008 - YankeeScents
Digital Scrapbooking is Emphasis of New Photoshop Video Tutorial Web Site
toNoodle.com offers subscription based service to on-demand video training in Adobe Photoshop products with emphasis in digital scrapbooking tips, tricks and techniques. - March 04, 2008 - toNoodle LLP
Matsu Bonsai Announces Launch of New eCommerce Store
New bonsai business launches website offering an online store, informational weblog, and more. - March 01, 2008 - Matsu Bonsai
Patricia Twitchell, Just Bears and Stuff Gift Shop Owner, Receives Power Seller Designation
With well over 1,000 items available for immediate purchase, Patricia Twitchell aka The Teddy Bear Lady of Myrtle Creek, has one of the largest selections of Boyd’s Bears on eBay. - February 27, 2008 - Just Bears and Stuff
Random Threadz, a Unique Quilt Design Company, Launches New Website
Random Threadz offers a unique line of custom designed quilt patterns by Sheryl Mycroft. These stunning quilt patterns are displayed here in brilliant colored hand crafted batik fabrics which are available in kits from Random Threadz. The line of designs and products continues to grow to meet the needs of beginning and advanced quilters. - February 12, 2008 - Random Threadz
Kookle Nesting Dolls Craft Great Gifts
Encourages Artistic Self-Expression In Kids. - February 09, 2008 - Kookle Gifts
Got Text? Apparel Line Reflects Teen’s Usage of Texting
The Press Release outlines the introduction of a line of text messaging apparel newly released by dekoposh, Inc. It highlights how tweens and teens are using technology today to communicate with one another via cell phones, MySpace, blogging, and so much more. In addition, it also highlights how dekoposh, Inc. is trying to inspire teens to get involved at the local level and make a difference in our world. - February 08, 2008 - dekoposh, Inc.
Aviation Modelworks Announces It is to Distribute Model Aircrafts Worldwide
Aviation Modelworks announced worldwide distribution of aircraft and helicopter models. - February 08, 2008 - Aviation Modelworks
Creative Imaginations Introduces CI SuperSeal
Creative Imaginations has partnered with Precision Blue, LLC to market their patented clear acrylic coating spray to the photo and crafting industries under the brand name CI SuperSeal. - January 20, 2008 - Preserve Your Memories II
Creativity Unleashed - a "Build a Purse Kit" for Girls of All Ages by dekoposh
dekoposh is pleased to announce the introduction of its Posh Mini Purse™ “Build a Purse Kit”- the first and only of its type hands-on activity for girls of all ages. The Build a Purse Kit consists of a food grade metal tin approximately 6”x4”, high-end decorative felt,... - January 11, 2008 - dekoposh, Inc.
Make Fused Art in Your Microwave – New at DelphiGlass.com
New from DelphiGlass.com, the premier source for all glass craft needs, comes the microwave kiln. The microwave kiln is the convent and affordable way to fuse glass and create custom jewelry. - December 29, 2007 - Delphi Glass Corporation
The Art and Design of Metal Clay Jewelry 2008 A New Annual Calendar for Jewelry Lovers
The Art and Design of Metal Clay Jewelry 2008 is a feast for your eyes every month of the year. It features fine silver jewelry from some of today's most innovative jewelry artists. Each page has fine silver jewelry studded with gems, precious stones, and pearls and sculpted into true art. Additionally, the reader gains insights into the individual artist's world through the images in the jewelry and commentary aside the photograph. This calendar is a must have for jewelry lovers & makers alike. - December 12, 2007 - Gage Designs by Holly Gage
Multicultural Woman Strives to Enhance Cultural Understanding and Acceptance by Sharing Home Accent Pieces from Morocco
Nawal Mesrour, 27, was born in the US, to Moroccan parents. She was raised in southern Spain and visits Morocco regularly. Having spent a substantial amount of time living in three very different societies, the intermingling of cultures has always felt natural and genuine to Nawal. She was inspired to build a business focused on bringing a touch of the exotic to US homes. - December 03, 2007 - MoraCo Imports
Sew Sisters Quilt Shop Extends Hours to Serve You Better
Sew Sisters Quilt Shop is pleased to announce that they are now open Monday to Saturday at 3881 Chesswood Drive in Toronto. - November 11, 2007 - Sew Sisters Quilt Shop
Preserve Your Memories II
Precision-Blue, LLC is proud to announce its Unique Acrylic Coating that is VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) exempt, including a UV blocker, California Compliant Cat # 80201 and dries in less 2 minutes while taking on the texture of the material being coated. - October 28, 2007 - Preserve Your Memories II
A Must-Have: Mastercraft’s New Model Planes
Guaranteed savings await hobbyists and collectors as Mastercraft Collection’s new Biggest Model Airplanes, New Affordable Model Ships and Macho Tanks is set to be launched this fall. With a line of affordable collectibles as part of the New Collectors Series, Mastercraft also offers... - October 24, 2007 - Mastercraft Collection, LLC
TreeKeeperBag.com Christmas Storage Guide: Preserve, Protect and Put Away
Holiday storage online retailer offers high quality Christmas tree storage bags and holiday décor to coincide with the new generation of high-end Christmas décor. - October 20, 2007 - TreeKeeperBag.com
Yellow Fence Launches New Baby & Maternity Items
Yellow Fence, Inc., an online store selling apparel and accessories for the scrapbooking enthusiast, unveiled their new product line of baby, youth & maternity wear. - October 16, 2007 - Yellow Fence, Inc.
Kooler Design Studio Inc. Announces the Expansion of Their Online Webshop.
Now Kooler Design Studio Inc.'s hundreds of internationally renowned designs and books will be available directly online. - October 11, 2007 - Kooler Design Studio Inc.
Welcome the Coming Winters with Kashmir Shawls, Stoles and Cushion Covers at Craftsofindia.com
Craftsofindia.com has just launched a new collection of handmade Woolen stoles and cushion covers from Kashmir for the coming winters. - October 10, 2007 - craftsofindia.com
Tiny Prints Launches Their Holiday Card Lineup and Personalization Software
Tiny Prints announces their Holiday Card launch as well as the release of their new card personalization software. Consumers are now offered new card formats and layouts with over 1,000 exclusive designs. The addition of the personalization software allows the user to create their own unique and custom cards with the help of powerful design tools. - October 09, 2007 - Tiny Prints, Inc.
Neato Launches Double Sided LaserGloss Inserts for DVD and Jewel Cases
Neato LaserGloss insert stock is 80# and glossy on both sides. After designing and printing the inserts using Neato MediaFACE software, users take advantage of fine perforations to tear off the edges and quickly create professional looking inserts for CDs and DVDs. Products available in LaserGloss are DVD case inserts, jewel case booklets (4 pages) and jewel case tray liners. - September 29, 2007 - Neato
Michigan Jewelry Design Firm Launches Online Store
Just So! announces the launch of its online store at www.justsojewelry.com. Based in Brighton, Michigan, Just So! is an award-winning jewelry design firm specializing in its own line of patented, interchangeable designer jewelry. Denise Couling, owner and principal designer of Just So!, states:... - September 23, 2007 - Couling Fine Arts & Imports, Ltd. d/b/a Just So!
TreeKeeperBag.com Launches Christmas Storage Web Site
Holiday storage online retailer offers high quality Christmas storage bags for trees and holiday décor. - September 08, 2007 - TreeKeeperBag.com
Peggy Li Creations Jewelry Gets "Superbad"
Peggy Li Creations handmade jewelry (http://www.peggyli.com) makes its big screen debut in hit comedy "Superbad." Peggy has previously had work on TV shows such as "Buffy, the Vampire Slayer" and "Grey's Anatomy," but this is the first time her work has been seen on the silver screen. - August 22, 2007 - Peggy Li Creations
Midnightsky Fibers Offers Vegetarian Yarns for Crafters and Wholesalers
Midnightsky Fibers Handspun yarns are spun with care from wool and wool blended with other fibers including mohair, soysilk, silk, alpaca, corn, pine, bamboo, Angelina, nylon, camel, cashmere, and more. Special emphasis is placed on wool and wool blends with all natural and environmentally-friendly fibers used in the blends. - August 22, 2007 - Midnightsky Fibers
Your Brass Purchases Support Artist Education in Ghana
If you enjoy decorating, quilting, crafting or sewing with African flair, your purchases can now also improve the lives of artists in Ghana. Cultured Expressions, Inc. has announced the start of an education fund based on the sales of the popular brass pieces it imports from artists in Ghana. The... - August 19, 2007 - Cultured Expressions, Inc.
Dinglefoot's Decor & More Launches Their Discount Scrapbooking Supply Website
Dinglefoot's Decor & More announces the grand opening of its website, www.dinglefoot.com. They provide a convenient online resource for name brand scrapbooking supplies at 10-25% off the retail value every day. They also offer fun free cardmaking projects and scrapbooking tips. - August 17, 2007 - Dinglefoot's Decor & More
Tiny Prints, Inc. Partners with Tea Collection
Tiny Prints, Inc. and Tea Collection announce their partnership today. Tiny Prints will offer a co-branded product launch of Tea Collection stationery featuring Tea’s distinctive prints and graphics found in their Daily Tea collection. - August 14, 2007 - Tiny Prints, Inc.
"Teacher's Pets": Art by Susie Ghahremani at Giant Robot NY, August 18th - September 12th
Giant Robot is proud to present Teacher's Pets, a solo art show by award-winning painter Susie Ghahremani at GRNY. Using her knack for patterning, Ghahremani has created approximately 200 works about domesticated animals and the interior spaces they inhabit. A reception for Ghahremani will be held from 6:30 to 10:00 on Saturday, August 18. - August 14, 2007 - Susie Ghahremani
Love Great Handbags? Sew Your Own.
Artwork you can carry… Nothing expresses one’s individual style quite like a take-along accessory, and our active lifestyles easily justify the need for a variety of carry-alls to suit a fashionable, multi-faceted existence. "African Accents On The Go" Designing Accessories... - August 12, 2007 - Cultured Expressions, Inc.
Labor of Love: New Company Tiny Tales Delivers Ingenious Solution to Empty Baby Books
Forget empty nest syndrome – parents of young children are worrying about “empty baby book syndrome.” For busy parents who don’t have time to keep up with documenting their child’s every adventure, new company Tiny Tales introduces a new line of fun and flexible kits that are quickly becoming the "it" item for parents trying to avoid the guilt over empty baby books. - August 08, 2007 - Tiny Tales
Sew Sisters to Open Toronto Quilt Shop on Wednesday, September 12
Sew Sisters will open their quilt supply business in the city of Toronto at 3961 Chesswood Avenue on Wednesday, September 12th at 10:00 a.m. “We are a Canadian source of top quality quilt fabric sold at discount prices," said Judy Baldwin, one of the two sisters who own and operate... - August 03, 2007 - Sew Sisters Quilt Shop