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A.C. Moore Brand Guidelines: A New Jersey Craft Chain, 1985–2020
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The Container Store Brand Guidelines: Dallas, 1978, and Elfa
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Hancock Fabrics Brand Guidelines: Tupelo, 1957
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Joann Brand Guidelines: Cleveland Fabric Shop to Michaels
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Garnier-Thiebaut Brand Guidelines: A Jacquard Weaver at Gérardmer, 1833
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