3 Northeastern weekend escapes Nov 7, 2009
() -- Enjoy the seaside charms of southern Maine, antiquing in the Hudson River Valley and Virginia's emerging wine country. Maine's Southern Coast (260 miles round-trip from Boston). (CNN)
Behind the old-time veneer, see an essential country store Oct 11, 2009
As a child, I gravitated toward their old-fashioned charms. There was something I couldn t resist about buying whole pickles from a barrel. (Boston Globe)
Wyo co. recycles vintage phones, seltzer bottles Oct 6, 2009
As for the piles of vintage resin jewelry and charms that had languished in a field since the factory closed in 1967 they were collected, cleaned and boiled, and are being sold to women all over the U.S.. Since the companys inception, Russell Johnson Imports/Art Thang has sold well over 60,000-70,000 phones, and easily 100,000 seltzer bottles, and Johnson continues to discover new products. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Something special about the Cotswolds Oct 1, 2009
He also could not resist the charms of a pair of magnificent brass fire tongs. Armed with the tea set and fire tongs, we purchased ciabattas made of chorizo, cheese and sin-blushed tomatoes from nearby delicatessen Le Petit Croissant. (India Times)
Unique toy store attracts broad following Sep 26, 2009
At first glance, they look like simple toys or gadgets with $3-$15 price tags that can fit into pockets or the side zipper pouch of a backpack, such as the Italian Tokidoki cellphone charms and Kidrobot Fatcaps blind-box toys. But some pieces go for as much as $800. (AZCentral -- Business)
Jewelers join new gold rush; scrap inventory as sales slump Jun 1, 2009
Ted Young could see a bleak future in the unsold gold rings, chains and charms long ignored in the cases of his Rochester, Beaver County-based Young s Jewelry store. So he took many of them out and sold them for the scrap value of their metal rather than maintaining the illusion that customers were going to come in and buy them at retail price. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
LICENSING International Expo 2009 Exhibitor Profiles May 28, 2009
Synchronicitys properties includes Tootsie Roll Industries (Tootsie Roll, Tootsie Pops, Charms, Cellas chocolate-covered cherries, Charleston Chews, Sugar Daddy, Sugar Babies, Dots, Junior Mints, Pom Poms, and Blow Pops), Wham-O (Frisbee Disc, Hula Hoop, Hacky Sack, SuperBall, Slip n Slide, Boogie Board, Morey, and BZ), The Bob Staake Studio, Dan Statlers Vulture Kulture, Sexy Slang, Merry Millers Dream Baby, Lowbrow Art artists Anthony Ausgang and Kalynn Campbell, and the... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Newport's rich history Apr 28, 2009
The annual jazz and folk festivals in August draw thousands of visitors, and the city has become more sophisticated in selling its other charms. More than 3 million people visit Newport each year. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
* Off the beaded path Apr 15, 2009
The technique Chiang uses to make his Venetian glass beads, pendants and charms is called lampworking and has a history that stretches back more than seven centuries ... The shops best sellers include cell phone charms in the shape of gold ingots, zongzi (l, a glutinous rice dumpling wrapped in leaves, which is a traditional good luck symbol for students), carp and Chinese radishes (NT$220). (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Experiencing the real Mexico and Caribbean Mar 20, 2009
But with the charms of the surrounding fishing community of Treasure Beach so close at hand, staying put would be a mistake: Have breakfast at the local eatery, shop for crafts, and, on public holidays, hear local musicians performing before returning to the resort to enjoy the catch of the day. Book: An ocean-view one-bedroom you'll be able to see the waves lapping just off your private outdoor lounge area (876-965-3000; ). (MSNBC -- Travel)
Class examines clothing's role in expression Mar 14, 2009
The limited-edition collectible Hello Kitty collaboration includes handbags, charms, necklaces and parasols that range in price from $300 to $2,200. Some of the pieces are extremely limited; for example, there are only three of the charms available in the United States. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Anderson, S.C. Feb 19, 2009
Area s role in industry made it famous, but visitors will love its farms and other charms. Related Subjects. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Dating scam costs $300K Feb 19, 2009
He said several women have succumbed to the charms of the suspected Nigerian con artists, costing Edmonton women nearly $300,000. The scam victim described an elaborate romance hoax that spanned months and sunk so low as to bilk money for a phony dead son's funeral. (London Free Press)
Police: Rap producer injured in Ariz. hotel fight Feb 17, 2009
These highly detailed, handcrafted charms are sure to capture your heart, or the heart of any animal lover. LittleGifts, Inc. designs and maufactures superior quality giftware utilizing only the finest quality materials. (Northwest Indiana Times)
Smiley Central Studio Gives Kids a New Way to Express Their Creativity Online and Offline with Smileys Feb 14, 2009
Collect Smiley Central Studio plush, figurines, bobblers, charms and activity kits. Every purchase includes a secret code that unlocks special online content. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Newest toys nearly as active as your kids Feb 8, 2009
Clickables Fairy Charms Starter Set Price: $29. 99 Manufacturer: Techno Source Ages: 7 and older This interactive jewelry box, which comes with a necklace and three charms, combines safe online and offline play ... Touch the center of the jewelry box with one of the charms, and it beams with lights and music. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Take a Valentine's Day trip! Feb 8, 2009
The charms of Charleston ... For those with more time, Charleston s colorful charms can also be explored a bit further afield, where many plantations are open to visitors. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
