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  • Monday, February 20 2012 8:24 PM EST2012-02-21 01:24:30 GMT
    Everyone has a different image that pops into their head when they think about New England. One artist is taking those visions and putting them on paper with his Made in Vermont illustrations.

  • Friday, February 17 2012 10:22 AM EST2012-02-17 15:22:59 GMT
    In the North East Kingdom, a place known for remote natural beauty, there's a farm that stands out.

  • Friday, February 10 2012 10:48 AM EST2012-02-10 15:48:11 GMT
    Next time you're mixing up a cocktail and thinking about giving it a local touch, consider one company trying to capture the Vermont landscape in a bottle.

  • It might not seem like it, but Emily Johnson and Brian Mohr are on their way to work. Today  -- their office is at the Mad River Glen ski area.

  • A Vermont artist is trying to take clay to the next level and bringing out the inner child in everyone.

  • Liz Kiggen creates miniature terrariums -- gardens under glass -- in her Colchester kitchen.

  • Knitting, sewing and ironing. Twenty-seven year old Steve Mahon is not your typical crafter.

  • For thousands of years animal fibers have been spun into yarn on spinning wheels. And the ancient craft is gaining in popularity again.

  • Something sets this Vermont pasture apart. All these cows are Japanese.

  • For many people in Vermont, cold weather comes with the territory. But for the Leger family, it's a necessity.

  • Casey McMains finds that extra color and whimsy for her decorations with inspirations from under the sea.

  • On the Julius Kingdom Farm in Whiting, Vermont there is no shortage of beauty.

  • This holiday season one Vermont artist is trying to light up people's holidays.

  • It's a taste of the holidays. Tart and crisp and a good addition to just about anything on the menu -- the versatile cranberry.

  • Many people remember eating Chex Mix when they were a kid. Now one Vermont woman is taking her Dad's recipe of that classic to the next level.

  • The Middlebury-based business has grown to become a major player in the hard cider beverage industry. And They're celebrating 20 years with a new product that's Made in Vermont.

  • As she sculpts and sews, Beth Robinson's dolls come to life, but these aren't dolls you'll find in any toy store.

  • A morning cup of joe or tea is routine for many including Michael Hendrix. But he doesn't just drink it, he paints with it.

  • Trying to sum up your pooch's personality in a collar can be next to impossible, but a Vermont designer may have a solution for you, as this week's Made in Vermont goes to the dogs.

  • The harmonica has been around for years -- even Abraham Lincoln played one.  Now one man's love for the harmonica is getting many Vermonters excited for their own endeavors.

  • Putting together puzzles is a pastime for many people and one Vermont company is hoping to keep that spirit alive.

  • Fifteen-year-old Jonas Powell is making his mark in Graffiti art.

  • The kits allow consumers to add wet ingredients to Patrick's jar mixes and create things like M&M cookies and dog biscuits.

  • Jamie Johnson started making jewelry when she was eight and now Jamie's Jewels has taken off.

  • The average American household spends about $700 a year on hot water. Now one Vermont company is trying to change that.

  • Losing a tooth is milestone for most children -- and some get paid for it -- if the tooth fairy stops by. But sometimes she has a hard time finding the tooth. So, a Vermont woman came up with an idea to help.

  • Vermont has a rich history in farming and many people are still trying to keep that alive, including one couple who specialize in not your average Made in Vermont.

  • Vermont has many food products, but Vermont-made Asian food is not always easy to find. One woman is trying to change that with her made in Vermont dumplings that are creating a buzz that's hard to miss.

  • Many of us remember flying kites as kids. A Vermont man is keeping that pastime alive with his hand-painted kites that are made in Vermont.

  • When some people hear fruitcake they get a little anxious, but one Northeast Kingdom company is trying to change that.

  • Not all protein bars are made the same and many lack flavor. But two women in Charlotte hope to change minds with their Made in Vermont bars.

  • Teeny Tiny Spice Company of Vermont.

  • Most people use their basement for things like laundry or storage, but Melissa Jordan finds another use -- harvesting worm manure.

  • There are many wood artisans in Vermont and sometimes the products can get expensive. How one company is trying to provide affordable long-lasting items that are Made in Vermont.

  • It's not just the shape and designs that make Lea's instruments special, he likes working with wood that has character, often using old barn beams.

  • This goldsmith works with uncommon materials, like raw, 100 percent pure gold, meteorites and even dinosaur bones.

  • Biggest sail maker in the Green Mountains.

  • It's almost the end of dandelion season in Vermont and some people might be happy about that. But one Vermont winemaker wishes it was year-round.

  • Beer is big business in Vermont, though many brewers start out small. Now, as they celebrate Craft Beer Week, one Made in Vermont brew is the toast of town.

  • There are hundreds of glass blowers all over Vermont. And one of them turned the craft into a top-selling national company.

  • Vermonters are used dealing with harsh weather conditions which can sometimes lead to dry skin. A Peacham woman is trying to change that with her Made in Vermont products.

  • Not all art hangs on walls. Here's some Made in Vermont art you can walk on.

  • There are a lot of artisan bread bakers in Vermont, but La Panciata in Central Vermont is one of the biggest. And there are a few things that really make it stand out.

  • A company in the Northeast Kingdom may be one of only a few like it in the world. And their snappy product is Made in Vermont.

  • A small business in Addison County has made a national name for itself and its Made in Vermont products. It found success by thinking about the future without forgetting the past.

  • With spring coming, it won't be long until we're seeing more birds in our backyards. A Washington County woman wants to keep them safe from danger with her Made in Vermont invention.

  • With Easter just about a month away, many Vermont food companies are preparing for the rush. One Burlington business is preparing a signature Made in Vermont treat.

  • With the warming weather, maple sugarmakers are going to be very busy. And so is a Lamoille County businesswoman who uses their product to make some sweet treats that are Made in Vermont.

  • The wild weather this week has a lot of people looking forward to sunnier days. A Colchester business thinks it can help people bridge the gap with a taste of summer that's Made in Vermont.

  • The Vermont Flower Show is underway at the Champlain Valley Expo in Essex Junction. And some of the most dramatic displays are the work of a Middlebury craftsman.

  • A Middlebury crafter sells a product that may be one-of-a-kind. And her Made in Vermont designs are guaranteed conversation-starters.

  • A central Vermont art center opened a first-of-its-kind art show Friday. The Chaffee Art Center is showing pieces that are Made in Vermont by college students from across the state.

  • Valentine's Day is just around the corner. And that means a chocolate shop in Vergennes is very busy selling their gourmet products that are Made in Vermont.

  • Vermont's reputation for craft beer production keeps growing. Federal government officials are now hailing one Made in Vermont beer as a success story of the region's economic recovery.

  • Vermont's furniture industry is one of the state's best-known sectors. One of its top brands is celebrating 30 years of craftsmanship.

  • For more than 60 years, a Bennington company has been one of Southern Vermont's most-visited sites.

  • A businesswoman from Shelburne wants to turn the kitchen into a fashion runway.

  • Cupcakes have become one of the hottest trends in the food world. Whole cookbooks and reality TV shows are devoted to the desserts. And the craze has inspired one company's Made in Vermont treats.

  • A behind-the-scenes peek at how a Vermont fireworks crew puts on a big show like First Night.

  • Lots of families leave cookies and milk out for Santa Claus to enjoy on Christmas Eve as he makes his rounds. And some Made in Vermont cookies inspire other generosity.

  • For 50 years a Vermont family farm has been blending a creamy concoction you can only find around Christmas.

  • A Williston company is working overtime. It's the busiest time of the year for the brand and its Made in Vermont products.

  • A new Jeffersonville company makes an adults-only drink, and the business thinks there's potential to grow a specialty food sector: liquor that's made in Vermont.

  • Christmastime is prime time for a Killington businesswoman. She creates clothing that's truly eye-catching.
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  • With the holidays right around the corner-- a Charlotte craftsman is very busy. His company is all about bringing people back to the dinner table.

  • With hunting season in sight, many hunters have their eye on the prize. But for one Vermont artist the hunt is year-round.

  • A Hinesburg woman's craft connects her to history.

  • The harvest season means hard work for a company in South Barre. It's one of the state's top users of a signature fall fruit.

  • Halloween is just 9 days away, but trick or treating can be extra scary for some kids. Children with food allergies often struggle to find candy they can eat. But a company in the Champlain Islands is changing that.

  • A man in the Champlain Islands has found a way to turn rain into money.

  • A Vermont invention is helping snowboarder Kevin Pearce get back on his feet and back on the slopes. The Vew-Do balance board was created in Vermont and soon it will be made here, too.

  • A Vermont woman says her cuddly companion Cayenne helped her start her career. And now she's making pet-products right here in Vermont.

  • Saturday is Vermont Day at the Big E in West Springfield, Mass. But you can already find Made in Vermont products there.

  • Glass blowing is an ancient art form and one Vermont artist is keeping the practice alive with his creations that are Made In Vermont.

  • A South Burlington artist's work is seen around the world. And now his list of fans includes a true VIP.

  • The Champlain Valley Fair celebrates products that are Made in Vermont. In the Home Crafts Department, 250 exhibitors are selling their wares.

  • There are opportunities at the Champlain Valley Fair to see craftspeople hard at work.

  • The Champlain Valley Fair is more than rides, concerts, and animal exhibits. The event also gives a showcase to talented artists.

  • An artist in Bristol has a very busy weekend ahead of him. He's preparing months worth of merchandise.

  • Some kids in Burlington are staying really busy this summer. They have their own business selling a simple but satisfying product that is Made in Vermont.

  • Learn what sets a Websterville company's butter apart from the rest.

  • An Addison County company is changing the way it does business. The results may actually be invisible to customers, but will reinforce the "Made in Vermont" label.

  • One Vermont business is really rocking. It provides instruments to top musicians. And the gear is Made in Vermont.

  • A Burlington company is making treasures out of trash. And the designers are finding high-end applications for their work.

  • It's harvesting time for some of the Nitty Gritty Grain Company's products.

  • A businessman hopes picture-perfect summer weather helps him push his product that's "Made in Vermont."

  • The first week of summer was also the first week for a new downtown Burlington business. The vendor sells some cool "street eats" that are Made in Vermont.

  • A Middlebury brand is a leader in its segment of the alcoholic beverage industry.

  • The United States Small Business Administration has named its Vermont business person of the year. She's a store owner and she's also a big backer of products that are Made in Vermont.

  • Ben and Jerry's mastered the recipe of mixing rock 'n roll and dessert, partnering with Phish, Elton John, and the Dave Matthews Band. But who said the concept is only good for ice cream?

  • A manufacturer in Middlebury has reason to be proud.

  • There's a new outdoor market in the South End of Burlington. Vendors sell food, art, antiques and more. One businesswoman who sets up there sells a new twist on an old favorite treat.

  • Furniture is one of our region's most iconic industries, but it's faced huge challenges in recent years.

  • One of Vermont's most famous families has a new business.

  • An art exhibit at the Dorothy Alling Library in Williston shines the spotlight on a creative family.

  • A Winooski company's products can sell for $60,000 apiece. Read to learn what sets the firm apart.

  • A new Burlington business blends the line between work and play.

  • New experiments are underway on an ancient tool that could keep the state and region "green."

  • A 55-year-old Colchester company sends its products all over the world, but you probably would never know it because they keep a low profile.

  • West Rupert, Vermont - March 26, 2010 You may be tempted to think what happens in a small, out-of-the-way place like West Rupert has little impact on the rest of the world, but you'd change your mind

  • The picture you may expect of March in Vermont is steam rising from sugar houses. But a unique maple company in Rutland has no steam at all.

  • A new company is Burlington sells something you can't hold: ease of party-planning and fundraising.

  • Vermont National Guard soldiers are beginning their mission in Afghanistan. It will put them at times on dangerous ground, but they'll be equipped with some safety gear Made in Vermont.

  • A South Burlington company puts parties at the core of its brand.

  • A new food company is seeing quick growth from its Stowe headquarters.

  • Vermont is one of the biggest states in the nation when it comes to horse ownership. The animals have inspired a line of products that are Made in Vermont.

  • The biggest night of the year in television is this Sunday. The Super Bowl should attract upwards of 100 million viewers. Locally viewers will see some fancy commercials that are Made in Vermont.

  • This bone-chilling cold weather has many people already looking forward to spring and summer. Our Jack Thurston certainly is. He went in search of a hopeful sign of summer... And found it in a product that is Made in Vermont.

  • A Wells River company has emerged as a leader in a crowded field.

  • Vermont candy companies are gearing up for Valentine's Day. Jack Thurston visited one of them, to find out a special ingredient in their Made in Vermont sweets.

  • An Upper Valley manufacturer is a leader in its industry, despite the fact the company tries to confuse its customers with its challenging puzzles.

  • Middlebury's Danforth Pewter has acquired a Virginia brand.

  • A Vermont industry is at a crossroads. It's a small piece of the state's economy, but many craftspeople are dedicated to keeping their art Made in Vermont.

  • A well-known Middlebury business is cranking out Christmas products. Jack Thurston shows us the complex process behind these decorations that are Made in Vermont.

  • The Christmas rush is on and an art studio in Stowe's village of Moscow is busy. It's producing decorations that will catch attention when you trim your tree.

  • Setting up a Christmas tree can be difficult for some people, like the elderly or disabled. But a Ferrisburgh woman has that problem solved with her products that are Made in Vermont.

  • You may never have heard of this Dorset company, but its Made in Vermont wood products are found in kitchens all over the world.

  • Many American companies say competition from manufacturers in Asia is hurting their bottom line. But in a reversal of that, Japan is helping one Made in Vermont brand stay in business.

  • Along with products like stone and dairy, wood is one of Vermont's signature items. And now a new school hopes to strengthen that reputation. It teaches students the skills to produce furniture.

  • With the cold weather settling in, a Stowe manufacturer is very busy.

  • With the winter heating season just about upon us a Morrisville company is very busy. It makes log splitters. The product is also a survival mechanism so the business can stay open.

  • A performer in the Upper Valley is gearing up for one of his favorite holidays: Halloween

  • Vermont's fall foliage is not just beautiful, it's also profitable.

  • With Halloween just four weeks away, an Essex Junction businesswoman is very busy.

  • Some people have called an agricultural landmark near Brattleboro the "Shelburne Farms of Southern Vermont." But it's actually much older. And its goal is promote products that are Made in Vermont.

  • The patrons coming to the Champlain Valley Fair actually are part of the event going green.

  • With back-to-school time just around the corner, a lot of kids will be asked "What did you do this summer?" A teenager from Williston can say he stayed busy running his own business.

  • A Chittenden County jewelry designer takes inspiration from his personal history.

  • A Chittenden County businessman thinks he has a way to make the feeling of county fair time last all year long.

  • An historic landmark in Shelburne is getting quite a facelift.

  • Learn about an elderly woman's "green" craft.

  • Health statistics show Americans continue struggling with weight gain and obesity. Now a woman from Fairfax is doing what she can to encourage those people to get moving.

  • If you've ever played bocce or horseshoes you'll probably get the gist of VKing. A Burlington couple is manufacturing the new lawn game.

  • A Northeast Kingdom businesswoman claims the apron is no longer just for your grandmother.

  • A lot of mothers will tell you it's awfully hard to find clothes you feel comfortable in when you're pregnant.

  • The third in line for the United Kingdom's throne wore a shirt that was Made in Vermont.

  • A Northeast Kingdom craftswoman has one of the steadiest hands around.

  • A Barton man has turned his passion for fishing into a business.

  • A Vermont company hopes to go national with its "simple" soap.

  • A small Burlington company produces a nostalgic, summery treat.

  • The success of Vermont maple syrup producers trickles over to other industries.

  • An Addison County couple shares a passion for the outdoors.

  • A Ferrisburgh company is proving a simple idea can sell well.

  • One industry estimate suggests Americans buy 90-million pounds of marshmallow every year. Prime time for the sweet is Easter.

  • As maple syrup producers work on this season's crop, the next generation of sugarers is practicing their skills.

  • A Castleton company produces ice cubes you dare not chew!

  • Despite the headlines of layoffs and cutbacks in this recession, there are positive economic stories to report.

  • A South Burlington business really makes people smile. They do very precise work that mixes art and science.

  • This region is perhaps best known for its farm, stone, and wood products, but there's more to Vermont businesses. There is an innovative high-tech sector here.

  • A Vermont manufacturer is 20 years old this year. It caters to a specialized athletic market.

  • A Burlington woman has been working as a chocolatier for more than 25 years.

  • For one chocolatier in Middlesex, sweets are helping build community.

  • The deepening recession has a lot of people looking at ways they can re-use what they already have.

  • Owners' tendencies to spoil their animals with human food is motivating a Southern Vermont company.

  • A Burlington artist has a new kind of snowman for you.

  • Egg nog is a favorite taste of the season but a Northeast Kingdom company is encouraging you to try a new nog.
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