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Vend Raleigh Group Leaders

I’m not sure we can say the word community enough here at Vend Raleigh. Vend Raleigh is a unique example of a Raleigh small business community. We partner, cross promote, educate and celebrate one another. One way that we make Vend Raleigh just a little smaller and a lot more relevant is our sub-groups, our Facebook groups that are specific …

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Five Ways to Green Halloween

Halloween is right around the corner, and if you have not started thinking about it, I bet your children have.  This year why not consider adding some green to your family’s orange and black? Going eco-friendly and healthy is possible.  Here are five areas you can easily make life greener and healthier this Halloween (and maybe even save you some …

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Simple Southern Charm

I heard from several Mompreneurs, “You should meet Dorrie. She’s a mom in Holly Springs with a large Facebook group and working on building a new furniture business.”  That certainly sounds like my kind of girl.  Dorrie Buccafusca does have a very successful Facebook group for the Holly Springs community and while raising a family of five (5!) children, finds …

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Ten Tips to Make Your Disney Trip Magical

It was such a pleasure to have the opportunity to spend the morning last week with Vend Raleigh moms talking about Disney!  I know it’s a super busy time of year with Mothers Day, Teacher Appreciation and end of school year (oh how can it be) activities gearing up so I wanted to take a minute and share some of my top …

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Behind the Scenes with Etsy Shop Katiebug Bows

I sold my first hair bow in April, 2010 but I didn’t start making bows with the intention of creating a business. After my daughter, Katie, was born I was drawn to the boutique stores looking the beautiful smocked outfits that are a staple for Southern girls.  I loved everything about them EXCEPT the price tag!  And you can’t put …

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Behind the Scenes, Birdie B’s Etsy Shop

Hi I’m Tania, owner of birdie b’s children’s clothing.  I started birdie b’s in 2011 after much cajoling from friends and family. They insisted that I needed to offer my creations for people to buy instead of just admire. This was a huge undertaking for me since I had four children, the youngest being only 2 years old and still …