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"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
Puppets to Battle in 1st On-Line Competition
A first of its kind on-line contest is featuring a unique group of contestants from around the world: Puppets. - July 29, 2007 - Axtell Expressions, Inc.
Sunflower Seeds Video Contest Winner Awarded $10,000 Prize and Donates It All to Build Baseball Fields for Kids
Field of Dreams: Winner of $10K "Grab ‘Em by the Sack" contest donates money to build kids baseball fields - July 10, 2007 - Republic
UtopiaBirdHouses.com's Stewardship Initiative Continues
UtopiaBirdHouses.com promotes responsible stewardship of the natural world by supporting environmentally active organizations. - June 23, 2007 - UtopiaBirdHouses
Not Another Neck Tie: Five Reasons Why a Bonsai Tree Makes the Perfect Father’s Day Gift
A Little Something for the Dad Who Has Everything; Massachusetts Company is Making It Easy to Give Dad the Unexpected This Year - June 02, 2007 - Bonsai Outlet
Flat Earth Trading Co. Launches New Tiki Tee-shirt Line Featuring the Art of Sam Gambino
Flat Earth Trading Co. is excited to announce their new Tiki t-shirt line, featuring the art of world famous Tiki artist Sam Gambino. This fantastic line features Sam's retro 50's inspired tiki designs. Tiki products' popularity have exploded recently and demand has been incredible for this... - April 21, 2007 - Flat Earth Trading Co.
Neato.com Introduces High Gloss Labels for Beer and Wine
Neato – pioneers in CD/DVD labeling plan to conquer another medium – Beer and Wine Labeling. Designing and printing custom professional-looking beer and wine labels just got easier. Neato, a division of Fellowes, Inc., today announced the launch of Neato Beer and Wine Labels –... - March 29, 2007 - Neato
Eurolaces Celebrates Its First Anniversary- Over 100,000 Yards of Organic Cotton Lace Sold
Eurolaces today celebrates the first anniversary of its business. Launched one year ago today, Eurolaces has revolutionized the organic cotton lace industry, while managing to start the production of 100% organic cotton machinery lace. In its first year, organic cotton fans have purchased more than... - March 15, 2007 - Eurolaces
Novica Expands Jewelry Division
Artisans around the world contribute award-winning handmade jewelry designs. - March 12, 2007 - Novica United
New Indie-Artisan Gets Creative
This artist does it all; striking stained glass, unique jewelry, hand carved candles, designer cabochons, perfume, silk screening and hand painted aceo. - February 26, 2007 - ArtCreated
SlowPcDoctor.com - You No Longer Have to Call a Technician When Your Computer is Dying a Slow Death
SlowPcDoctor.com takes the mystery out of tuning up your computer by yourself. A Complete "do it yourself" guide takes you through it step by step. They also have in home service in certain regions. - January 12, 2007 - SlowPcDoctor.com
Flat Earth Trading Co. Launches New Line of Hand Crafted Jewelry Displays
Flat Earth Trading Co. has launched a new line of hand crafted jewelry displays including a variety of necklace displays; hand displays for use with rings, watches and bracelets; earring and sunglass displays. These beautifully hand carved wood jewelry displays will enable you to enhance your... - January 03, 2007 - Flat Earth Trading Co.
TMC Pacific Modelworks Launches New Line of Models from All Eras and Wars
World War II Legends Support Model Maker - December 27, 2006 - TMC Pacific Modelworks
TMC Pacific Modelworks Launches New Line of Historic Scale Models
Models Include Airplanes, Space Craft and Sailing Vessels - December 20, 2006 - TMC Pacific Modelworks
TMC Pacific Modelworks Launches Custom Models
Model Maker Offers New Service - December 13, 2006 - TMC Pacific Modelworks
The Call for Stewardship
Many individuals and organizations call for increased stewardship of the natural world to stem the tide of extinction of species caused by human actions. - December 08, 2006 - UtopiaBirdHouses
TMC Pacific Modelworks Launches Gift Cards
Model Maker Announces New Purchase Option - December 06, 2006 - TMC Pacific Modelworks
TMC Pacific Modelworks Now Producing Handcrafted Scale Models
Custom Models Also Available - November 30, 2006 - TMC Pacific Modelworks
Newly Launched Jewelry Site Targets Both Shopper and Crafter
Very Designer is a new kind of jewelry site for both women who love to buy jewelry and those who love to make jewelry. - November 21, 2006 - Very Designer
TMC Pacific Modelworks Participates in Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association Expo
Company to Raffle Model Signed by General Chuck Yeager - November 03, 2006 - TMC Pacific Modelworks
Bring Asian Inspiration to the Life of the One You Love
Introducing Asian Inspiration, a Thailand based company specialised in origami, handmade candles, and other asian handicrafts. The company distinguished itself by the quality and novelty of its products. - October 31, 2006 - Asian Inspiration
Flat Earth Trading Co. Launches New Tiki Line of Handcrafted Products
Flat Earth Trading Co. has launched a new line of hand crafted Tiki products including statues, masks, Tiki Farm mugs and other decor directed at the discering Tiki enthusiast. Flat Earth Trading Co, a Tucson,AZ based manufacturer of handcrafted products ... - October 27, 2006 - Flat Earth Trading Co.
Erzulie's Authentic Voodoo & Magical Boutique Launches a New European Location
Erzulie's Authentic Voodoo & Magical Boutique expanded their famed New Orleans French Quarter Voodoo store into the United Kingdom in October of 2006. This expansion was to help serve their worldwide clientele throughout the Pan-Euro markets with local shipping, fulfillment and customer service direct from the United Kingdom. - October 25, 2006 - Erzulie's Authentic Voodoo & Magical Boutique
Romanian Monasteries - Find Out About the Unique and Rich Cultural Heritage of Bucovina and Maramures in Romania
There is no other place in the world than Bucovina in Romania, where a group of Orthodox monasteries with such high quality exterior mural paintings are to be seen. These Painted Monasteries are part of UNESCO's World Heritage for their rarity and beauty. Another group are the Wooden Churches of... - October 12, 2006 - Romanian Monasteries
Novica Launches Corporate Gifts Division
Novica.com, in association with National Geographic, announced the official launch today of a major Corporate Gifts division, broadening the company's reach beyond its successful online retail and wholesale marketplaces. - October 11, 2006 - Novica United
Finally You Can Get a Customized Dance Shoe Fit Online
Pampo’s Dance and Swim offers a unique new online service that matches the right dance shoe to your foot for a truly customized fit. - September 28, 2006 - Pampo's Dance & Swim
For the Yachtsman Who Has Everything
TMC Pacific Modelworks Custom And Hand-Made Maritime Models Are the Answer. - September 12, 2006 - TMC Pacific Modelworks
TMC Pacific Modelworks Saves The Day For Xinnix
Customer Service at Its Finest - August 30, 2006 - TMC Pacific Modelworks
For The Pilot Who Has Everything
TMC Pacific Modelworks custom and hand-made aircraft models are the answer. - August 24, 2006 - TMC Pacific Modelworks
Eurolaces Continues to Develop New Ways to Save the Environment
Robert Seneker, CEO of Eurolaces says: "We deliver what we promise." Eurolaces continues to develop new ways of saving the environment. After six months of producing 100% organic cotton machinery made lace for the first time in textile history, Robert confidently said: "In half... - August 24, 2006 - Eurolaces
#1 Dance Store in Baton Rouge Moves to a Bigger and More Convenient Location
Pampo’s Dance & Swim moves to a larger, more convenient location. A popular dance store among locals, Pampo’s is also garnering success as an online store. - August 21, 2006 - Pampo's Dance & Swim
Japanese Company, Re-Ment, Expands to U.S.
Re-Ment Co., Ltd., the Japanese company that makes the popular Puchi Petite Collections™, has opened its first international branch, Re-Ment International, Inc. The new branch, located in Virginia Beach, Virginia, plans to launch its initial American product line in California later this... - July 14, 2006 - Re-Ment International, Inc.
First Time in the Industry – 100 % Organic Cotton Lace
Eurolaces has become the first company to develop and manufacture 100% certified organic cotton laces for apparel and curtains. Until now, there were no alternatives to chemically grown machine made cotton or polyester lace trims. Robert Seneker CEO of Eurolaces, explained that the apparel... - June 23, 2006 - Eurolaces
Simple Traditions Strengthen Family Ties Nationwide
Empowering women around the nation to create the family life they desire by celebrating the little things. - June 03, 2006 - Once Upon a Family, Jessica Harvey
Charm Factory to Donate 5000 Pink Ribbon Charms
Charm Factory, a company that specializes in sterling silver charms and beads, is offering to donate 5000 of its new pink ribbons to non-profit organizations and fundraisers working to find a cure for cancer. - June 01, 2006 - Charm Factory
Susan Khalje to Teach Couture Hand Stitches Online Sewing Class on PatternReview.com
Couture sewing expert, author, TV hostess and Instructor Susan Khalje will teach the Couture Hand Stitches online sewing class on sewing website PatternReview.com starting June 12th 2006. - May 23, 2006 - PatternReview.com
Aztec Arts to Appear at Manchester's Fairly Traded Market
Manchester's highly successful and popular Fairly Traded Market is attracting more and more stallholders. One of the new companies is Aztec Arts who will take a stall at the next market on Saturday 3 June 2006. - May 19, 2006 - Aztec Arts
2006 Last-Minute Mother's Day Gift Guide: Guaranteed Delivery Gifts For Mom
Mother's Day is May 14, 2006, but last-minute Mother's Day gift shoppers need not panic. Collectibles Today, the premier Internet shopping site for fine jewelry gifts and unique collectibles has assembled ten impressive guaranteed delivery gifts for Mother's Day into one convenient shopping location. - May 02, 2006 - Collectibles Today Network Ltd.
2006 Mother's Day Is May 14th: Remember Your Daughter with Exclusive Gifts Just for Daughters
Every mother is someone's daughter, and Mother's Day is a unique opportunity to celebrate daughters and the important role they play in passing along generations of love and nurturing. Collectibles Today, the premier Internet shopping site for fine jewelry gifts and unique collectibles, offers shoppers a hand-picked selection of exclusive 2006 Mother's Day gifts for daughters. - April 25, 2006 - Collectibles Today Network Ltd.
2006 Mother's Day: A Special Day Calls for Special Gifts - At Special Values
Collectibles Today, the premier Internet shopping site for fine jewelry gifts and unique collectibles, urges shoppers to consider exclusive Mother's Day gift ideas that are as exceptional as Mom-and available at exceptional values for a limited time! - April 21, 2006 - Collectibles Today Network Ltd.
AllCrafts.net Celebrates 5 Year Anniversary with Sweepstakes
AllCrafts.net, the Free Crafts Network, is continuing a Celebration Sweepstakes, offering visitors a chance to win an arts and crafts prize package every month this year. - March 05, 2006 - AllCrafts.net
AllCrafts.net Celebrates 5 Year Anniversary with Sweepstakes
AllCrafts.net, the Free Crafts Network, has begun a Celebration Sweepstakes, offering visitors a chance to win an arts and crafts prize package every month this year. - February 06, 2006 - AllCrafts.net
Fiber Artist Patricia Bravo takes Art Quilting to a New Level
After making official her 2006 Spring Collection at Quilt Market in Houston last November, Miami Fiber Artist and Fabric Designer Patricia Bravo is launching the newest two designs of her line of Art Quilt Patterns with her already revolutionary system "Appliqué by Numbers". - December 20, 2005 - Art Gallery Quilts
Diaper Duty Turned Vogue
Moms everywhere can now express their personal style in the midst of one of the dirtiest aspects of raising children – changing diapers. In an era when style means everything and celebrity parenthood graces the covers of national magazines, women have realized that motherhood does not have... - November 15, 2005 - Made by Angie
Union Village Ltd. Announces New Early American Furniture Line
Early American Furniture arranged in tasteful room-like settings is now available for viewing and ordering at Union Village Ltd., The Colonial Furniture Store located in Greenwich, New York. - October 05, 2005 - Union Village Ltd.
NSA “Expands the Compassion” to Katrina Victims
National Scrapbooking Association creates fund for disaster relief - September 07, 2005 - National Scrapbooking Association
Union Village Ltd. Announces New Colonial Reproduction Furniture Line
Colonial Reproduction Furniture arranged in tasteful room-like settings is now available for viewing and ordering at Union Village Ltd., The Colonial Furniture Store located in Greenwich, New York. - August 23, 2005 - Union Village Ltd.