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Fashion Fabric Retailer Redefines the FIX Phenomenon Shopping Experience

Fashion fabric company Girl Charlee, launches subscription service called KnitFix. The service comprises of a handpicked selection of top quality trending fabrics that suit the taste, budget and lifestyle of the growing “made-by-me” consumer base. Inspired by her personal affinity for subscription box services, designer and founder Heather Peterson took the best of what she liked from services like Stitch Fix and Birch Box and launched Girl Charlee KnitFix in December 2014. - February 26, 2015 - Girl Charlee

OriginalMuranoGlass.com Going to Launch Spring Sale of Authentic Murano Glass Items

For Murano glass lovers, OriginalMuranoGlass.com is going to offer a variety of eye-catching items at amazing prices via its special Spring Sale. All items are authentic and handcrafted by expert glass artists from the island of Murano. - February 25, 2015 - Original Murano Glass

Emotional Health in Hollywood

A healthy lifestyle used to mean a healthy body, staying fit, eating nutritious food and getting beauty sleep. Adding a new dimension to this, the start-up, Feeling Magnets, now brings emotional health to Los Angeles in honor of the Academy Awards. - February 21, 2015 - Feeling Magnets

Los Angeles-Based DIY Start-Up, Girl Charlee, Finds Niche in Online Retail Textile Space and Sees 3750% Growth in Just 3 Years

Los Angeles-based Girl Charlee Fabrics, has seen over 3750% growth in just a few years by offering cut-to-order fabrics for Etsy and home-based designers. The company's success is due to their growing social media presence and the growing trend of "made by me" products. Knit Fix, the latest of their sold out promotions is catching the attention of some of the most popular mommy bloggers in the nation. - February 17, 2015 - Girl Charlee

Start the New Year by Learning a New Skill or Taking an Existing Skill to the Next Level at Above & Beyond Sewing and Vacuum

The New Year is finally here and what better way to start it than by acquiring a new skill? That is why Above & Beyond Sewing and Vacuum is ringing in 2015 by offering multiple opportunities to do so with numerous embroidery, quilting, and sewing classes. Aurora and Denver residents of all... - February 13, 2015 - Above and Beyond Sewing and Vacuum

Camo Chique Joins CountryOutfitter.com Marketplace

Camo Chique has expanded distribution of the company’s specialty Licensed Camo Products. In addition to www.camochique.com, customers may now find Camo Chique’s unique offering on CountryOutfitter.com. As a featured seller on Country Outfitter Marketplace, Camo Chique will have access... - January 24, 2015 - Camo Chique

50pictures- Invitation to an International Miniature Quilt Challenge in Aid of Doctors Without Borders

The innovative online magazine Quilt around the World starts into the New Year 2015 with an exciting challenge for all interested quilting friends: Under the motto "50pictures" an inspirational photo featuring one of various nature and man-made motifs will be published on the Quilt around... - January 24, 2015 - Quilt around the World GmbH

Online Buying and Selling Reinvented

The only social online marketplace has launched with the aim of empowering buyers & sellers. - January 15, 2015 - Livebids

Treat Yourself to Sewing Classes from Above & Beyond Sewing

With the crazy rush that is associated with the holiday season there is no better way to relax this winter than surrounded by friends, so why not learn a new skill at the same time? Spend time with loved ones at Above & Beyond Sewing and Vacuum’s ongoing classes that are designed for all... - January 09, 2015 - Above and Beyond Sewing and Vacuum

Mindfulness of Emotions Becomes Tangible with Feeling Magnets

Feeling Magnets Inc. launches its first product based on the latest research around emotions to coach people to build a healthy relationship with their feelings. - December 17, 2014 - Feeling Magnets

Treat Yourself to Sewing Classes from Above & Beyond Sewing

With the crazy rush that is associated with the holiday season there is no better way to relax this winter than surrounded by friends, so why not learn a new skill at the same time? Spend time with loved ones at Above & Beyond Sewing and Vacuum’s ongoing classes that are designed for all... - December 12, 2014 - Above and Beyond Sewing and Vacuum

Above & Beyond Sewing and Vacuum Introduces the Miele’s New Scout RX11: an Evolutionary Robotic Vacuum That is Revolutionizing the Vacuum Industry

The drudgery of vacuuming will become history, thanks to Miele’s New Scout RX11 robotic vacuum. Built with the most intricate robotic algorithms, the Scout RX11 is the most sophisticated robotic vacuum on the market, which is why Above & Beyond Sewing and Vacuum is encouraging customers... - December 12, 2014 - Above and Beyond Sewing and Vacuum

Jerry’s Artarama Launches Artopia, an Art Education Program for Raleigh Area Youth

Artopia Promotes Creativity, Engagement and Innovation for Children of All Ages. - December 11, 2014 - Jerry's Artarama

American Small Business is Thriving

Cottage Craft Works finds a market niche with back-to-basics sustainable living lifestyle products. It’s a refreshing step back into time to find things still being made in America using thick metals and quality solid hardwoods without the influence of synthetic plastics and chemical altered processes. - November 19, 2014 - Cottage Craft Works

BrickSwag: The Ultimate Holiday Gift for LEGO Fans

Brick Builders Club offers an epic monthly membership box. It's BrickSwag for LEGO fans! For more information, please visit: http://brickswag.brickbuildersclub.com/. - November 15, 2014 - Brick Builders Club

The Magic of a Personalized Children’s Gift

We are in full swing in the season of thanks; a time that is special for many of us, regardless of what we celebrate. Whether it is Christmas, Hanukkah, or Kwanzaa, we tend to buy the people who are special to us gifts that reflect our sentiments. There is no greater person to give a gift to than a child. Giving a special gift to a child, particularly a customized gift, is incredibly rewarding to the gift giver and absolutely special to the one who receives it. - November 14, 2014 - MyFairyTaleBooks

Above & Beyond Sewing and Vacuum Encourages the Routine Maintenance of Dyson Vacuums by Offering an Autumn Tune-Up Special

Although spring is synonymous with cleaning, vacuum cleaning is necessary year round in order to maintain a clean home that is free from pests, odors, and dust. Neglecting to clean a home regularly can result in countless negative consequences, not to mention turn people off from ever visiting. - November 13, 2014 - Above and Beyond Sewing and Vacuum

Jerry’s Artarama Hosts 14th Annual Art of the Carolinas Nov. 14-16

Nation’s Largest Art Trade Show and Workshops Features Family Fun and Showcases Southeast’s Best Artists - October 23, 2014 - Jerry's Artarama

Andrew and Elizabeth Ford of Ford Art and Antiques Acquire Jack Vinales Antiques in Sarasota, Florida

Jack Vinales Antiques Offers an Eclectic Selection of Modern and Classic Fine Art and Objects - October 10, 2014 - Ford Art and Antiques

Game Room Guys to Distribute the New “The Walking Dead” Pinball Machine

West Michigan Owned Gaming Company is Proud to Distribute Stern Pinball’s Newest Machine. - September 29, 2014 - Game Room Guys

Handmade Photo Charm Crafter Launches Kickstarter Campaign

Savor the Memories launches the first subscription site for Monthly Charm Boxes and also hand-makes beautiful Photo Charms. - September 28, 2014 - Savor the Memories

Goldmart.com Announces Debut of the 2014 Canadian Gold Maplegram25™

Goldmart.com is pleased to offer the Canadian Gold Maplegram25™ immediately. - September 23, 2014 - Goldmart.com

Procosplay.com Releases Captain America Cosplay Costumes in Time for Halloween Costumes for All Popular Characters on Sale

The online costume site, Procosplay.com, has released a line of Captain America cosplay costumes just in time for Halloween. The line features the costumes of popular characters from the newest installment of the Captain Americamovie series, The Winter Soldier released in 2014. - September 15, 2014 - ProCosplay

Jerry’s Artarama Announces 2014 Art Scholarship

National Fine Art Supplier to Empower One Art Student Through $5000 Scholarship. - September 07, 2014 - Jerry's Artarama

Young & Emerging Artists Site Opens… Accepting Registrations

Art a Ray is offering to help young aspiring fine artists improve their skills and gain exposure by connecting them with professional artists and setting up stalls in London and online to exhibit and sell their work in the community. - August 29, 2014 - Art a Ray

Violettes by Becky Holds Youth Music Composition & Songwriters Competition

ViolettesbyBecky.com, is holding its 2nd Annual Youth Music Composition and Songwriter Competition. This year there will be 2 age groups for each category for judging and prize purposes. $1,000 Scholarship. Register for the Competition by Dec. 1, 2014. Submissions taken on-line. View the competition guidelinesat www.ViolettesbyBecky.com. Sign up for the Newsletter to receive “Spotlights” on the judges and sponsors, more info on prizes and Special Offers. - August 18, 2014 - Violettes by Becky

Tackett Floral Supply Introduces New Website

Tackett Floral Supply, based in Pikeville, KY, has added a new website and online shopping features for their wholesale and retail clients around the country. - August 09, 2014 - Tackett Floral Supply

Above & Beyond Sewing and Vacuum Introduces Rachel: A New Computerized Sewing Machine for the Ambitious Sewer

Ambitious sewers who are looking for a new sewing machine to take their skills to the next level will be excited to learn that there is a new and improved machine that will replace the Baby Lock Grace. - August 07, 2014 - Above and Beyond Sewing and Vacuum

Rock Your Kicks Paint Kits Launches Summer, 2014

Rock Your Kicks Corporation, the developers of the first custom DIY Paint Kits of it’s kind, is pleased to announce the release of it’s first in a series of paint kits for canvas sneakers. Rock Your Kicks DIY Custom Paint Kits for canvas sneakers is a long-awaited product for this... - July 24, 2014 - Rock Your Kicks

Xplorer Maps Announces the Release of the "Lake Tahoe" Fine Art Map

Through a collaborative partnerships with the Tahoe Heritage Foundation Xplorer Maps is proud to release this hand-lettered, gorgeous fine-art illustration of Lake Tahoe. Xplorer Maps is donating the original artwork in addition to a portion of all map sales in perpetuity to the Tahoe Heritage Foundation. - July 22, 2014 - Xplorer Maps

Xplorer Maps Announces the Release of "Banff National Park"

Canadian artist Chris Robitaille and Xplorer Maps have highlighted the incredible fauna, flora, unique geology and iconic landscapes of the greater Banff region including features of Kootenay and Yoho National Parks in the latest map release "Banff National Park." Every line, letter and icon in this old-world style map illustration is custom and entirely rendered by hand; absolutely unique and original as is every Xplorer Maps map. - July 18, 2014 - Xplorer Maps

FootballGiftsNow Announced the Official Launch of Their Online Store in the UK

FootballGiftsNow.co.uk, a new online retail store for football gifts and official merchandise, has officially launched and is now fully stocked and accepting orders. - July 16, 2014 - FootballGiftsNow.co.uk

Above & Beyond Sewing and Vacuum Introduces World Famous Kay Capps Cross to Thornton, Colorado Sewing Enthusiasts

Long before quilting became an expression of art, quilts were made by English and Dutch settlers and used out of sheer necessity to keep beds warm when homes were not insulated well enough to keep out the cold. - July 13, 2014 - Above and Beyond Sewing and Vacuum

Unique Textile Works for the Wonderful World of Water - Quilters Around the Globe Get Involved with the 2nd International Block Swap

"Water - elixir of life and most important resource of our planet" was the motto for the 2nd International Block Swap 2013/14, a multinational and cross-cultural patchwork project, organized by the online magazine Quilt around the World. “The United Nations declared 2013 as the... - July 12, 2014 - Quilt around the World GmbH

Mid-Year Sale of Glass Animal Figurines Up to 30% Off During 1 July - 31 Aug. 2014

Weloveglassblown celebrates the second year anniversary and arranges the Mid-year sale of glass figurines up to 30% off now until 31 August this year. Come to visit the e-store and pick various beautiful glass figurines at best promotional prices. - July 02, 2014 - Weloveglassblown.com

New Football Gifts Online Store is About to Launch in the UK

FootballGiftsNow.co.uk is a brand new online store for football presents in the UK. A wide variety of football clubs are featured and all products are licensed merchandise. - June 27, 2014 - FootballGiftsNow.co.uk

Elitecrafters.com's Launches of Over 100 New Gift Creations

EliteCrafters.com continues to offer a fabulous range of high quality handmade décor creations, accessories, gifts and jewelry and has just updated its collection by adding over 100 new creations on its online retail store. With over 50% of its turnover from international customers, the... - June 23, 2014 - ARTIA LTD

My Wed Style Celebrates Wedding Season by Giving Away Bridal Party Tank Tops & Wedding Sunglasses

Excitedly, the summer wedding season has officially begun, and My Wed Style wants to celebrate that fact with a special stylish giveaway to one lucky engaged couple. A bride or groom will be chosen at random and their entire bridal party will be outfitted with custom tank tops and personalized wedding sunglasses. - June 23, 2014 - My Wed Style

Badboy Jewellery Launches New Website

Badboy Jewellery, based in Ayr, Scotland have launched a new website this week, specialising in biker jewellery and men's fashion jewellery at www.badboyjewellery.com. The new Badboy Jewellery website design is stylish and minimalistic while also incorporating bold colours and dramatic imagery. - June 16, 2014 - Badboy Jewellery

Emitations Expands Product Line with Ear Cuffs

In their continued effort for 100% customer satisfaction Emitations expands their product line with this season’s hottest trend. - May 31, 2014 - Emitations

Tampa Artisans to Hold Community Crafting Event and Vendor Fair

The 5th annual Tampa Bay Etsy Craft Party is organized by the Tampa Bay Etsy Crew at Built in Seminole Heights June 6. - May 29, 2014 - Tampa Bay Etsy Crew

The Dancing Bear Gallery of Evanston, IL Since 1993 is Moving to Glenview, IL Along with a New Name: DB Gallery (Featuring Antiques, Vintage, Jewelry)

After 20 Years on Evanston's Central Street selling exclusively Native American jewelry, art & antiques; the Dancing Bear Gallery is moving before Mother's Day 2014 to 1804 Glenview Road in Glenview, IL and will also be known as the DB Gallery; expanding its selection to include Asian, European and other and items. - May 10, 2014 - DB Gallery (Dancing Bear Gallery)

PatriArt.org Launched on Kickstarter

Locally owned Surface Gel Tek launched PatriArt.org on Kickstarter late last month. Kickstarter.com is a platform for introducing new projects and products and allows crowd or group funding to support it. Various rewards are given in return for the pledged funding. Great idea for launching a great... - May 08, 2014 - PatriArt

HobbyConstructor.com Offers Now a Dedicated Web Design for Business® Solution for Hobby Industry

HobbyConstructor.com joins Logic Industry to deliver dedicated Web Design for Business® solution for hobby manufacturers, distributors, publishers, retailers and associations. - April 28, 2014 - Logic Industry

Above & Beyond Sewing and Vaccum Celebrates Sewing with Expert Advice & Exclusive Discounts

Sharing Expert Sewing Tips, ABSVGives a Glimpse of How Sewing Classes Can Build Confidence in Sewers to Take on Incredibly Creative and Complex Projects - April 26, 2014 - Above and Beyond Sewing and Vacuum

Long Lasting Trace Gives 40% of Its Profit to Associations with Charitable Causes

Longlastingtrace.com provides personalized gifts with the dream to launch a new trend: when launching a new business why don’t entrepreneurs include right away a part to give to persons in need, even the tiniest part? - April 25, 2014 - Long Lasting Trace

Inspired Locally to Host 1st Annual Free "Spring Into a Healthy You!" Event

Join the Free Health & Wellness Expo – April 19th! Inspired Locally to host 1st Annual free "Spring Into A Healthy You!" Event. On Saturday, April 19th, 2014 from 10am until 8pm Iowa residents will have the opportunity to enjoy a free evening of health and wellness at the 1st... - April 05, 2014 - Inspired Locally

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