LJBryn & Co. Rep Group Adds New Brands

LJBryn&Co., a Midwest-based independent rep group specializing in children’s apparel, gifts and gear, has brought on four new brands: Txai Organics, a label offering trendy, organic fashions for girls; Leg Huggers, an organic bamboo baby leg warmer company; Tuff Cookie, which offers fun, colorful and U.S.-made coats, hats and mittens for girls; and Life Factory, manufacturer of glass baby bottles with silicone sleeves.

Owner and primary sales rep Lara Joy Brynildssen noted her rep group serves the greater Midwest including Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan and Wisconsin. For details, call (847) 736-2711 or visit www.ljbrynandco.com.

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