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If you happen to be heading up to Vermont this summer on vacation, stop in at Frog Hollow: Vermont State Craft Center in Burlington, VT on the Church Street Marketplace (85 Church Street).

They carry a selection of crafts by Vermont artists like ceramics, glass and photography.


June's featured artist at Frog Hollow is Deborah Holmes. She does quintessential Vermont landscapes, and local landmarks fill Deb's magnificent watercolor paintings.

A local craft makes a great souvenir.  I also recommend the local Lake Champlain Chocolates, they're delicious!

North America's Largest Arts and Crafts Specialty Retailer Selects Demandware to Help Deliver a New Online Experience for its Customers

Demandware, Inc., today announced that Michaels Stores, Inc., North America's largest arts and crafts specialty retailer, has selected the Demandware® eCommerce Platform to re-platform its website and deliver the seamless integration of content and community to its customers. The initial focus will be a site redesign with emphasis on branding, improved search and navigation, customer reviews and enhanced social networking capabilities.  

Michaels Stores, Inc. is North America's largest specialty retailer of arts, crafts, framing, floral, wall decor and seasonal merchandise for the hobbyist and do-it-yourself enthusiast. Michaels Stores owns and operates more than 1,020 Michaels stores in 49 states and Canada, and over 140 Aaron Brothers stores.

"Michaels.com will become an online destination that fosters creativity and informs purchasing decisions, which will drive online visitors back to our physical stores," said John Rowe, general manager of strategic marketing, Michaels Stores, Inc. "Demandware provides out-of-box functionality that is scalable to our growing brand and future ecommerce needs, and will help inspire our customers with a seamless cross-channel experience.'"

Michaels Stores will re-launch Michaels.com using Demandware, and will focus on providing a distinctive and social experience to its visitors. New features on the site will include enhanced customer ratings and product reviews, as well as rich media. Michaels.com will also feature a hosted social community, contests and user-generated content that will help to inspire and educate online customers.

"Michaels Stores, as a leading craft retailer, has a unique customer base that thrives in a collaborative community setting, and Demandware can provide the necessary foundation to bring that setting online," said Jamus Driscoll, vice president of marketing at Demandware. "Working with existing Michaels vendors and partners, we look forward to helping Michaels Stores expand its online presence and become a true multi-channel retailer."

Pearl Paint is probably the most famous craft store in New York City.  They even have one location dedicated to home and crafts at 42 Lispenard Street (downtown). Its huge selection and good prices brings in tons of artists and craft makers.  They do have several stores throughout the country, you can see them here.