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Shamrock Rose Teddy Bear Supplies

Tuesday, June 8th, 2010
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 CHERBEARS TEDDY BEAR PATTERN – ABBY
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 CHERBEARS TEDDY BEAR PATTERN – BRANDI
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 CHERBEARS TEDDY BEAR PATTERN – EMMA
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 CHERBEARS TEDDY BEAR PATTERN – HARRISON
$9.95

Build-a-Bear ain’t got nothing on Shamrock Rose. If picking an outfit and sticking a custom voicebox into a pre-made stuffed animal doesn’t exactly make you swell with a sense of accomplishment, then you might enjoy something a bit more advanced. Shamrock Rose Teddy Bear Supplies carries everything you need to build a a bear from scratch, including patterns, eyes, noses, stuffing, and plenty of other accessories and tools.

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JFKW Wedding & Birthday Invitations & Gifts

Monday, June 7th, 2010
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Wedding Card
$35.00
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Anniversary Card-Book
$35.00

Yeah, it’s the thought that counts, but not all thoughts are created equal. Flowers whither and cards get buried in junk drawers. But JFKW Wedding & Birthday Invitations & Gifts combines these simple nice gestures into a stunning gift idea they call Card-Books. These handmade, heartfelt gifts earn a spot on the mantle (rather than the hearth) and will be remembered well past the special occasion they honor. Ideal for weddings, thank yous, birthdays, anniversaries or any special day worth remembering. Made using beautiful dried and fabric flowers and adorned with satin ribbons and lovely detailing, each book stands as a unique peice of artwork.

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Unique Accessories

Friday, June 4th, 2010

If you’re looking for truly unique accessories, well, there’s a store for that. With the philosophy that fashion really can be affordable Unique Accessories has great prices on unique handbags, unique jewelry, fragrances and more.

Atlanta residents can take advantage of a rather unique approach to shopping and throw a Purse Party. Rather than scouring the entire mall on foot you and your friends can sip cocktails on the sofa at home while the purses come to you. Get a 10% coupon and a free gift for hosting a party. Learn more about Purse Parties.

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Glass Slipper Dancewear

Thursday, June 3rd, 2010
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 S0205G Bloch Dansoft Child
$17.00
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 S0205L BLOCH Full sole ballet slipper
$17.00
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 8023 912 Motionwear Skate Leotard
$55.00
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 8078 912 Motionwear Skatedress
$55.00
SALE $15.00

If you want to be the bell of the ball, you’re going to have to learn how to dance first. Adding great new products all the time, Glass Slipper Dancewear has everything you need while learning to be light on your feet, whether you take ballet, jazz, pointe or tap dancing. Find dance shoes, pants, leotards and more for kids, adults, men and women at prices that will knock your dance socks off (which they also sell).

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Social Shopping Done Right: 23 Crystals

Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010

So if you’re still not sure how this whole social shopping thing relates to your business, check out what the ladies at 23 Crystals are up to.

The two swarovski loving sisters who run 23 Crystals not only have a knack for making pretty handmade jewelry, but know their stuff about online marketing. If you check out their About Us page not only will you find info about the sisters themselves and the story behind their store name, but you’ll find links to their blog, Facebook group and a great video. Just for being a customer and reading a little bit about them, 23 Crystals offers a really cool tutorial on how to make a swarovski crystal heart necklace like the one shown in the video as well as a 10% off coupon code just for watching.

Engaging your customers with tutorials and videos and giving them something a little extra with coupons really goes a long way in creating a loyal customer base who will continue to come back and shop with you.

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Its All In The Bag

Tuesday, June 1st, 2010
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blue purse w/ matching wallet
$20.00
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red (cherries) purse / wallet set
$20.00

A splash of nostalgia and heavy on the “green,” these super fun tote bags are perfect for the summer. Made from recycled kool-aid and capri-sun pouches these bags have a loveable childish flavor, available in bright colors like tropical blue, cherry red and more. They make perfect bags for carrying cold drinks, not just because of their fitting patterns but because they’re insulated to keep drinks cold. They also make great beach bags for toting your towels and other essentials since they’re waterproof.

Check out It’s All in the Bag to see more cool recycled bags and wallets.

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Naomi’s Fashion Shoes

Monday, May 31st, 2010
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Tan Sandal
$19.99
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Black Sandal
$12.99

For the occasion where flip flops aren’t going to fly and heels just aren’t worth the effort, there’s still plenty of room for dressy sandals. Find the perfect pair at Naomi’s Fashion Shoes, whether you’re looking for something simple to compliment a summer dress or something flashy to to dress up a casual outfit. This Miami, Florida based shoe store has a wide selection of the latest trends in women’s shoes and purses.

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Safe at Home Ballpark Collectibles

Friday, May 28th, 2010

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Just a block a way from the National Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum in New York baseball fans can get their mitts on all kinds of official MLB merchandise and gifts at Save at Home Ballpark Collectibles. The owners have great relationships with current and retired ballplayers so there’s plenty of autographed stuff to add to a serious sports collection. If you can make it up to NY you should definitely check out the store and pick up a piece of America’s pastime, but if not check out the Safe at Home Online Store to get a sampling of the unbelievable baseball merch and memorabilia they offer. If you’re questing for something in particular feel free to contact them and they’ll do their best to help you find it.

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Hmong Pa Ndau Needlework

Thursday, May 27th, 2010
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 Shoulder Bag
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 Shoulder Bag
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 Shoulder Bag
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 Shoulder Bag
$30.00

Even without knowing the history behind it, the rich cultural significance of the Hmong Pa Ndau needlework comes through in each of intricate hand-sewn pattern. Pa Ndau, an age old tradition passed down to each new generation of Hmong women uses bright colors and intricate patterns to create gorgeous garments and meaningful textiles. Luckily you don’t have to travel all the way to the mountains of Eastern Asia to enjoy this incredible tradition because Hmong Pa Ndau Needlework delivers! Featuring a range of beautiful hand stitched handbags, silk purses, eye glass cases and more, no two pieces are exactly alike making it easy to find something one-of-a-kind to compliment your unique style.

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Je Suis Jewelry

Wednesday, May 26th, 2010
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Basic Black
$15.00
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Go Green
$10.00

Non, je ne suis pas bijoux, Je Suis est le nom de la boutique! Called “Je Suis” which is French for “I am,” this shop places a great importance on personal style. With a French flair Je Suis offers lavish looking jewelry sets at affordable prices. Elegant and romantic, many of these pieces could compliment an evening ensemble or dress up casual daily wear. Not afraid to go all out with color and designs, Je Suis offers bold and beautiful bangles, rings, earrings and necklaces.

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