Home Accents Today back issues from November 2003:
Have a cookie.(Elsa's Story.)(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003; ... There I stood, in the midst of a chic gourmet grocery in Charlotte, N.C., waiting for a friend and studying a package of cookies. On the package, there's a small, somewhat grainy sepia photo of a group of people in old-fashioned bathing suits with the head of one of them circled ...
Trend builds on famous quilts.
Nov 01, 2003; ... MORE THAN 70 YEARS AGO, the residents of Gee's Bend, Ala., came into the national consciousness through the efforts of President Roosevelt's New Deal. In an effort to rescue them from poverty and provide them with a chance to be in charge of their futures, the community was photographed by ...
John-Richard expands into botanicals.(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003; ... AS PART OF A CONTINUING EXPANSION of product lines, lamp, wall decor, soft goods and accent furniture vendor John-Richard introduced a permanent botanical collection at the October International Home Furnishings Market in High Point, N.C. The collection includes about 100 ...
Currey & Company debuts So Faux Bois garden collection.(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003 ... CURREY & COMPANY introduced its So Faux Bois Collection at the October International Home Furnishings Market in High Point, N.C. The collection features steel framework covered in concrete and sculpted with the appearance of tree trunks and boughs. The line includes benches, ...
WithIt names 2003 WOW winners.(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003 ... AT THE INTERNATIONAL Home Furnishings Market in High Point, N.C., Women in Home Industries Today announced five winners in its annual WOW Awards, recognizing home furnishings industry leaders. Jena Hall, president of Jena Hall Designs & Marketing and WithIt co-founder, received ...
Cooper Classics to debut lamps.(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003; ... COOPER CLASSICS, manufacturer of mirrors and accent furniture, will introduce its first lighting collection in January at the Atlanta International Gift Show. The vendor will roll out about 100 table lamp designs at the show, with additional introductions four times a year. "It ...
Cresswell introduces Baldwin designs.(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003 ... CRESSWELL AND ALSY, divisions of Emess Design Group, introduced more than 20 styles of lamps and lighting in the Baldwin Brass collection at the October International Home Furnishings Market in High Point, N.C. The designs, according to Emess Chairman George R. McLaughlin, are ...
Trading Spaces enters home decor licensing arena.(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003 ... THE POPULAR HOME show Trading Spaces is lending its name to a new licensing program through its parent company, Discovery Consumer Products. Alsy Lighting, Milliken Carpet and Rugs and WALLIES Wallpaper Cutouts have debuted lines under the Trading Spaces home decor license. ...
Outdoor lighting lines take new name.(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003 ... OUTDOOR LAMPS introduced in October by Frederick Cooper and its Tyndale division have been renamed Outdoorables. Although the lamps' components and finishes are specially treated to withstand the weather, retailers constantly questioned whether the lamps were really for outside ...
E-Z tech tips to create a Web site.
Nov 01, 2003; ... IT'S ALMOST 2004, and if you don't have a company Web site, you should. Depending on which research findings you read, for holiday shopping alone, consumers spend between 20% and 25% of their "open to buy" on the Internet. Whether you're ready, willing or able to sell online, you should at ...
Catalog craze: catching the multi-channel marketing wave.
Nov 01, 2003; ... A few years ago it was predicted the catalog would become extinct, mainly because the Internet was emerging. However, according to the Direct Marketing Association, Americans are expected to spend nearly $133 billion shopping through catalogs this year, up from the $126 billion they spent ...
Tips on starting a catalog.
Nov 01, 2003 ... Ed Florence is the vice president of merchandising for Sincerely Yours, a catalog and Internet retailer selling furniture, decorative accents, bedding and a variety of accessories, but he's spent decades in the catalog industry, first with Neiman Marcus and Horchow for 23 years, with Gumps ...
The consumer counts: and the boom goes on.
Nov 01, 2003 ... <Pre> Aging Boomers age in 2003 39-57 age in year 2015 51-69 born 1946-64 </Pre> They continue to be the dominant force in the marketplace, those 78 million Americans born between 1946 and 1964. And now, they're redefining old age. Each day, 10,000 ...
Arguably argyle.(Style: what's hot.)(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003; ... PREPARE FOR THE REVENGE of the preppies. The latest design to burst onto to the fashion scene will soon be making headlines in the home. Argyle has found its way onto a range of home accents and is sure to inspire even more designs, once consumers catch sight of its colorful, whimsical ...
Casual styling influences trends.(Lighting industry.)
Nov 01, 2003; ... Casual, cleaner designs set the tone across all genres of lighting, including contemporary, traditional and country. Bold color becomes a mainstay in lighting, and finishes trend darker. Textured fabrics and trims distinguish lampshades, which, again, reflect a turn toward cleaner, simpler ...
Silver streak.(eLink 519 - 525, 527, 528)(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003; ... The coolest of metallics takes off as the ore du jour, hitting the silvery spot with styles classic to contemporary. Silver's luster grows brighter with looks that feel current, yet more gentle than previous interpretations. Expect to see both shiny and brushed, matte finishes, with an ...
In shapely style.(eLink 547, 552, 549, 548, 550, 553, 512)(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003; ... While it may be said that form follows function, the most forward lighting designs reflect at the very least, an equal emphasis on form. Look out for styles that bring shape to the forefront, whether short and squat or elongated and tapered. Think outside of the box--non-traditional ...
Registry of sources in lamps & lighting.(Directory)
Nov 01, 2003 ... <Pre> registry of sources in lamps & lighting COMPANY NAME & CONTACT PRODUCTS & PRICES RANGES vendor chandeliers/ floor portable home base, phone numberpendants lampslamps Accessories ...
Style, value still keys to lighting success.
Nov 01, 2003; ... Lamp and lighting vendors and retailers are facing a new set of challenges this year as they deal with lowered price points, more highly educated consumers and competition at retail from mass merchants and home improvement centers. With a few minor changes, Home Accent Today's ...
Spicy hot.(eLink 554 - 557)(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003; ... The warming trend continues with hues that fall into the cinnamon, paprika and red pepper family. No matter what the style, a dash of color is a welcome addition to any room--especially when it's strong and hot. Strands of multi-colored beads encircle the Toyo NexT porcelain ...
Glass art.(eLink 530, 537, 538, 539, 540.)(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003; ... Glass of all shapes, sizes and colors has established its place as a fixture on the lighting scene. Taking a cue from high-end art glass, lighting manufacturers are infusing designs with eye-catching patterns and vivid color--or not, as clear glass proves a viable, versatile option ....
Wood work.(eLink 531 - 534, 536, 518)(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003; ... Deep and earthy, rich brown finishes and bases that effect the look of wood take center stage in table lamps, signifying a return to the elements of nature. Simple forms allow for a touch of the rustic, creating mellowed, warm designs that feel approachable and inviting. A ...
Festive fixtures.(Lighting. eLink 541, 542, 544, 545.)(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003; ... Chandeliers naturally bestow grace and elegance to any setting. Here, classic, and not so classic, designs are resplendent with charm and full of that show-stopping presence that chandeliers are known for. Look for new details like multi-colored drops and lavish wrought iron designs to ...
Cocktail hour.(eLink 500 - 505, 518)(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003; ... IT IS ALWAYS FIVE O'CLOCK somewhere and with classically styled barware, consumers are apt to carry that dictum close to their hearts. Subtle details and vintage charm highlight the latest round of looks for timeless and supremely stylish accoutrements. The trend of cocktail hour remains ...
Fruity drinks.(Barware. eLink 505 -v511, and 517. )(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003; ... JIMMY BUFFETT MAY SING about fruity drinks, but he probably has never taken the glass that holds the drink into consideration. Consumers, however, are intrigued by all the colors of the rainbow when it comes to barware and bar accessories. Bold punches of color bring their own personality ...
Lillian August teams with Nature's Gallery.(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003 ... DESIGNER Lillian August introduced her botanical collection for Nature's Gallery last month. Featuring what August calls "layered statements," the 38-piece Lillian August Collection for Nature's Gallery offers sizes ranging from large-scaled historic arrangements in classic urns ...
Hickory Manor House has new owners - Robb-Walters Associates.(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003 ... HICKORY Manor House has been bought by Robb-Walters Associates, a private company based in Reidsville, N.C. Former owner Jan Sorrells-Griffin will stay with the company through its transition and continue design work with the firm. "Jan will continue to be a vital ...
TomLin Designs to license MacKenzie-Childs.(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003 ... TOMLIN DESIGNS, the Lexington, N.C.-based lighting manufacturer, has signed a licensing agreement with Victoria and Richard MacKenzie-Childs, who plan a Surreal Circus collection of lighting and furniture for spring introduction in High Point, N.C. Following three years of rest ...
Fine Art Ltd. owner buys out partner.(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003 ... FINE ART LTD. owner Emile Valhuerdi bought out his partner of 20 years, Veda Das. One of the industry's first three major suppliers of oil paintings, Valheurdi looks ahead toward "up and down expansion" and will offer paintings at ...
ASFD [American Society of Furniture Designers] announces 2003 Pinnacle winners.(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003 ... THE EIGHT Annual Pinnacle Achievement Awards were presented to 15 designers during the International Home Furnishings Market last month in High Point, N.C. Critiqued in several areas, including the product's value to the consumer, its visual appearance and function, and its use ...
Peg Canter joins Dallas Market Center.(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003 ... PEG CANTER has joined the Dallas Market Center as vice president of trade events. Canter, who comes to Dallas from AmericasMart, will report to Cindy Morris, chief operating officer of Dallas Market Center. In her new capacity, Canter will oversee temporary leasing for all ...
AmericasMart promotes Sydney.(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003 ... CHAS SYDNEY, a 23-year AmericasMart veteran, assumes the role of senior vice president of new business development for AMC, Inc. the parent of AmericasMart Atlanta. He will continue his long-standing area rug leadership role as senior vice president of floor coverings. Sydney's ...
John Keiser joins OneCoast.(Brief Article)
Nov 01, 2003 ... JOHN KEISER was named regional vice president of the Midwest region for OneCoast Network and will run its Ivan Bloom and Associates agency. During his career, Keiser has held several leadership and sales management positions for Enesco and ...
Domestic shows.(Calendar)
Nov 01, 2003 ... <Pre> NOVEMBER 2003 6-7 NeoCon East. Baltimore Convention Center. 800-677-6278, Fax: 312-527-7782, www.merchandisemart.com 7-9 Fine Furnishings Providence Show. Rhode Island Convention Center, Providence. ...
An eye for balance, scale and proportion: Pauline Raschella.
Nov 01, 2003; ... Pauline Raschella is a self-described "frustrated artist." "All my life I've loved art and, in fact, I wanted to get into the commercial or fine art field," Pauline said. "My father said, 'You'll never make a living so be a dentist or something.' But I always gravitated toward ...