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London Olympics 2012: Small Businesses Going For The Gold

Small Businesses Going For The Gold With Olympics Products
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Even if you're watching the glory ofthe 30th Olympic Games in the most non-athletic position on your couch at home, that doesn't mean you can't get in the Olympic spirit. Small businesses are offering some cool products and gear to help you express your pride for the games and your country.

Though rules on using certain logos or words associated with the Olympics can inhibit designers and third-party companies, small businesses everywhere still reap the consumer benefits of the Olympics fever. From limited edition iPhone cases to handcrafted Olympic-themed Etsy creations, companies and designers are capitalizing on the worldwide event. London's economy is projected to make upwards of $19 billion in revenue from the event -- and although it's across the pond, American small businesses hope they'll see a piece of that pie.

Check out these Olympic-themed products available in the slideshow below.

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7 Products For The Olympics
OtterBox's "Anthem" Collection(01 of07)
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Considered one of the best protective cases for iPhone, OtterBox released the Anthem collection for the Olympics with five versions: Stars and Stripes, Born Free, USA and Canadian Flag. The Rustic Flag case is pictured here. The collection is $60 per case.
Monster Limited Edition iSport Headphones(02 of07)
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Need some pump-up tunes to cheer your country on? Monster has put out a limited edition run of iSport in-ear headphones, with ear buds decked out in red, white and blue with USA written on the sides. The headphones will retail for one month for $149. (credit:Monster)
Olympics Onesie(03 of07)
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Got a future Olympiad with you for the games? Treat him or her to this onesie that reads: "Gold Medal Winner, Freestyle Heavyweight Diaper Loading." Decking out your miniature athlete costs $19. (credit:Etsy: tees2takeaway)
London Olympics Cupcake Toppers(04 of07)
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Most athletes may stray from fatty foods like sweets, but that doesn't mean you have to. Decorate the cupcakes at your party with these London Olympics cupcake toppers for $3.50 (credit:Etsy: Brown Paper Goods)
Speck CandyShell Limited Edition iPhone Cases(05 of07)
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Speck is offering limited edition iPhone cases for 16 different countries. These cases, including the American case, will cost you $40. (credit:Speck)
London Bus Cushion(06 of07)
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You might not be able to make it to London for the games, but you can at least rest your head on a London bus ... cushion, that is. This fluffy depiction of a London red double decker bus runs $70. (credit:Etsy: Simmi)
"Keep Calm And Cheer On" Party Invites(07 of07)
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"Keep Calm and Cheer On" invitation cards set the tone for your ultimate Olympic party. $5 on Etsy. (credit:Etsy: Haus of Ariella)
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