Home Accents Today back issues from June 2005:
Saying thanks.(FROM THE EDITOR)(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2005; ... Who could know more about our industry than the sales rep, out there day after day talking and listening to vendors and retailers, we said. We were certain reps would be an excellent source of information about trends, product category growth and the mood of retailers in ...
Enesco sheds Precious Moments, renegotiates loan.(News)
Jun 01, 2005 ... ENESCO, A LEADING GIFFS and collectibles producer, defaulted on a loan in the process of reaching an agreement to shed its Precious Moments Collection. The default was predominantly because of non-cash accruals related to the execution of Enesco's agreement with Precious ...
Paraqon, Propac lead showroom shuffle.(News)(partnerships of Propac Images)(partnerships of Southern Accessories Today )
Jun 01, 2005; ... PARAGON PICTURE GALLERY and Propac Images partnered with Southern Accessories Today as their new sales agency for the Southeast, beginning July 1. SAT, an Atlanta-based sales agency, operates an 18,000-sq.-ft. showroom on the 12th Floor of AmericasMart Building l/Merchandise Mart. ...
Bombay sells Bailey Street assets to management.(News)(divestments of Bailey Street Trading)(acquisitions and investments of Bailey Street Holding Company)
Jun 01, 2005; ... THE BOMBAY COMPANY turned its focus to retail and shed its wholesale side by selling most assets of its Bailey Street Trading subsidiary to Bailey Street Holding Company, a new corporation made up primarily of former Bombay management. The newly formed Bailey Street Holding Co ....
Dallas announces 2006 market dates.(News)(Brief Article)(Calendar)
Jun 01, 2005 ... THE DALLAS MARKET Center announced its market dates for 2006. The January Super Market, which includes holiday and lighting, will be Jan. 18-25, with the International Lighting & Accessories Show opening Jan. 19. The temps will open Jan. 20. Super Market will end Jan. 25. ...
International Interiors to launch with ICFF in 2006.(News)(International Interiors NY)(International Contemporary Furniture Fair )(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2005; ... THE NEWEST tradeshow highlighting home furnishings and accessories, International Interiors NY, is set to round out the current mix when it launches in 2006 during the newly established New York Design Week. Running May 20-23, IINY will complement the cutting-edge contemporary designs ...
Colonial Candle, Seasons of Cannon Falls merge sales forces.(News)
Jun 01, 2005 ... BLYTH, INC., HAS combined its sales organizations for Midwest's Seasons of Cannon Falls and Blyth Homescents' Colonial Candle brands. Midwest makes seasonal holiday and home expressions while Colonial Candle offers premium candle and home fragrance products. Both are divisions ...
HP market installing transport hub.(News)( Market Authority Xpress system )
Jun 01, 2005 ... WHEN HIGH POINT market-goers arrive in October, they will be greeted by a futuristic, $4.1 million transportation center designed to quicken the pace at the International Home Furnishings Market. Called MAX, the Market Authority Xpress system will simplify getting around the market from ...
Cresc reorganizes two rug divisions.(News)(restructuring of Cresc corp)(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2005 ... CRESC CORP., a 28-year-old home accents and rug company, recently became the parent company of Home Comfort, its former sister affiliate. Cresc also spun off its Homefires area and accent rug brand into its second division, working alongside Home Comfort. Under the ...
A little friendly advice: OneCoast promotion nets store consultation for Evans, Ga., retailer Whatever!(Retail Update)(OneCoast)
Jun 01, 2005; ... REGARDLESS OF HOW LONG you've been in business or how large your store is, everyone could use a fresh perspective from time to time. OneCoast, a national sales representative group, recognizes the challenges independents face and in January it celebrated a massive expansion and ...
Style: India summer.(WHAT'S HOT)
Jun 01, 2005; ... WITH A NOD TO EXCESS, let the ornamentation and embellishment begin as all things Indian are found to be in fashion. In step with the exotic mood of the moment, the sultry allure of India wreaks captivating havoc on the home Colors that were never meant to coexist do so happily while the ...
A stitch in time.(Current: ALL THINGS WORTHY OF NOTE)
Jun 01, 2005; ... A STITCH IN TIME Fine art collector Kristin Miles Habing proved herself very generous when she decided to share the spoils of her own private collection. Under Glass, Habing's new wall decor collection, spotlights eye-catching marine and botanical themes printed on imported French paper ....
Under the Tuscan sun.(Current: ALL THINGS WORTHY OF NOTE)
Jun 01, 2005; ... UNDER THE TUSCAN SUN For those in search of an Italian quick-fix, Tuscan Hills neatly offers a one-stop shopping solution with all manner of accents for the home. Tuscan Hills imports such varied and quintessentially Italian lines as Caporali, chic and elegant wrought iron furniture and ...
Fairytale bedding.(Current: ALL THINGS WORTHY OF NOTE)
Jun 01, 2005; ... FAIRYTALE BEDDING Sleeping Buddha, a new soft goods collection from artist and illustrator Martha Bone, marked its worldly, modern debut at the Home Textiles Show in New York this past April. The adventurous spirit of Bone's travels (Egypt, Nepal, Thailand, India, Peru) shine through in ...
Rugs revisited.(Current: ALL THINGS WORTHY OF NOTE)
Jun 01, 2005; ... RUGS REVISITED Mat the Basics debuted its collection of transitional and contemporary designs to the U.S. market last year. While the company has maintained a presence in Europe for more than 50 years, the American market is being introduced to the innovative, textural collection that ...
Light plus.(Current: ALL THINGS WORTHY OF NOTE)
Jun 01, 2005; ... LIGHT PLUS Kovacs-Wesner Design Group and Concept Marketing Group have announced their relationship targeting the expansion of the George Kovacs brand into a collection of furniture and assorted home furnishings. George Kovacs, a leader in contemporary lighting for 51 years, is looking to ...
Modern arrangement.(Current: ALL THINGS WORTHY OF NOTE)
Jun 01, 2005; ... MODERN ARRANGEMENTS Belgian-born floral designer Nico de Swert has published his first book, Living with Flowers. Gloriously photographed, the ultimate coffee table book features page after page of stunningly creative arrangements segmented by color. After graduating from the Royal Academy ...
Objects: statuary that stands out with style.(SCULPTURE)
Jun 01, 2005; ... Clay, Metal & Stone $58, eLink 508 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Lam Lee Group $289, eLink 502 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Montaage $149, eLink 501 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Evans Designs $3,000, eLink 507 [ILLUSTRATION ...
Perfect bloom: idyllic partnership creates the success of Magnolia.(RETAIL PROFILE)(officials and management of Magnolia)
Jun 01, 2005; ... Capturing the essence of the perfect partnership is perhaps the lifelong dream of many business associates, but Jeff Avery and Laurie Elliott, owners of Magnolia in Tampa, Fla., have done just that. Their partnership is the cornerstone to the success of this 4-year-old store that had sales ...
Chairs and tables and desks, oh my!(SPECIAL REPORT: Accent Furniture)
Jun 01, 2005; ... ACCENT FURNITURE IS a significant part of the home accents business. No question about it. As first reported in Home Accent Today's 2004 Universe Study (see December 2004), the category accounted for 21% of the market in 2004 and totaled $13.5 billion in retail sales. Accent furniture is ...
Uttermost: reaching the Uttermost parts of the earth.(WALL decor)
Jun 01, 2005 ... Mac Cooper says Acts 1:8, which was the inspiration for the company name Uttermost, aptly reflects the family's personal beliefs and the company's business philosophy. "We want to spread the gospel throughout the world, just as our marketing plan aims to do with our products," says the ...
The Ashton Company: custom cuts, value pricing.(WALL decor)
Jun 01, 2005 ... A furniture store without art from The Ashton Company is a bit like a drug store with no Crest toothpaste, according to John Kemper, President of the nearly 30-year-old company. Ashton is known for carrying a substantial offering of artwork and mirrors, air of which is custom ...
Decorative arts: quality, color, price--decorative arts.(WALL decor)
Jun 01, 2005 ... Bob Amend, "founding father," still remembers the day in 1978, when small but mighty Decorative Arts, Inc. got its first big break. "As part of its gallery program, Drexel Heritage was consolidating its vendor resources from 13 to three. We weren't a supplier, and there wasn't any way we ...
Advanced art marketing: advanced in design, advanced in value.(WALL decor)
Jun 01, 2005 ... Doug Hills believes looking at a retail showroom in terms of sales per square feet is incomplete. "We focus on sales per cubic feet," states the President of Advanced Art Marketing, LLC. "Retailers have a lot of space, and it's important to think about not only how they're ...
Paragon: defining excellence, one image at a time.(WALL decor)
Jun 01, 2005 ... When a company chooses a name that literally means "model of excellence," it says a lot about its business philosophy. "We keep a tight rein on the quality of our raw materials and workmanship, because if it has our name on it, we expect it to be constructed to the highest standards," ...
Crescent: the matboard leader.(WALL decor)
Jun 01, 2005 ... Kate McCarthy says Crescent Cardboard, LLC's matboard samples may not be moon-shaped anymore, but the name has sure stuck over the last 100 years. "It was an interesting way to stand out among out competitors," recounts the Senior Vice President of Marketing. The ...
Open Air Designs: just add water.(WALL decor)
Jun 01, 2005 ... Art Kubach admits it--Open Air Designs has an unusual dilemma. "The toughest part of selling our product is getting retailers and consumers to understand the concept," he remarks. "Once they get the idea that Weatherprint[TM] is artwork you can put outdoors in the elements," he ...
Majestic mirrors: fairest of them all.(WALL decor)(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2005 ... Majestic Mirror and Frame retailers can't help but notice how often consumers stop and look--not at their reflections, but at the unusual styling and details woven into each of the company's uncommon designs. "Retailers see the difference, and so do consumers," remarks Dave ...
House in the country: at house in the country, it's 'Art First'.(WALL decor)(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2005 ... Talented artists have a ticklish dilemma: "You can't have a job then come home at night and create art," remarks Gary Amerigian, Co-Owner of House in the Country, a California-based manufacturer of fine art reproductions. Gary and his wife Josephine started the company more than ...
DeNunzio: mastering the look of the masters.(WALL decor)(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2005 ... Greg Panjian believes a visit to DeNunzio is like a trip to a museum. "You go to appreciate the works of great artists, yet each time the experience is as exciting as the first," the President and Owner of the Connecticut-based manufacturer says. A team of 45 employees ...
Propac Images: customer focused & cutting edge.(WALL decor)(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2005 ... Lee Fleming isn't reserved when talking about independent retailers. "They keep our lights on and lines going--they're every bit as important to us as our key accounts," remarks the Vice President of Sales for Propac Images, Inc., an Alabama-based manufacturer of framed wall decor. ...
French twist.(SUMMER SKETCHBOOK)
Jun 01, 2005; ... Traditional style takes a turn for the summer markets with French influences. Mixed with modern classics, over-the-top glamour and feminine detailing juxtapose clean lines and simple style. The look combines some of this year's top trends such as a return to classic underscored with an ...
Trends: candles and home fragrance.(A SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION TO HOME ACCENTS TODAY)(Directory)
Jun 01, 2005 ... TEXTURE HoMe DeCoR Pirouette Lady, Stone 14" H CH-31-700 3590-B Cadillac Avenue Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Phone: (866) 332-6748 Fax: (714) 540-9634 www.texturehomedecor.com [ILLUSTRATION ...
World Market Center expands leasing staff as show continues to grow.(People)
Jun 01, 2005 ... WORLD MARKET CENTER's leasing team continues to grow with the hiring of three leasing managers and two administrative support members focused on permanent leasing for Buildings B and C, along with the temporary venues. Joining the WMC group are Vince Shaffer, Martha Denham and ...
Toland adds Solly as marketing VP.(Toland Enterprises Inc.)(Appointment of Bruce Solly)(Vice president)(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2005 ... TOLAND ENTERPRISES has appointed Bruce Solly as vice president of marketing. Among Solly's responsibilities will be new product development, overseeing all marketing and business planning, and brand direction for the Louisiana-based company, which specializes in original and ...
Magnussen names Olmeda EVP.(Magnussen Home Furnishings)(Executive Vice President)(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2005 ... RICHARD OLMEDA has been promoted to executive vice president at Magnussen Home Furnishings. He was formerly senior vice president of sales. In the new position, Olmeda will guide Magnussen Home's strategic direction with a focus on merchandising and expansion into new product ...
W.A.C. Lighting names Yonkin CFO.(W.A.C. Lighting appointed Gloria Yonkin)(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2005 ... GLORIA YONKIN has been named chief financial officer for W.A.C. Lighting. As W.A.C. Lighting's CFO, Yonkin will oversee the financial departments including accounting, accounts payable and accounts receivable. She also will be in charge of operations including customer service, ...
America Retold.(appointments)(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2005 ... * America Retold has expanded its senior management team. Ines Rode has joined the company as chief operating officer and oversees all operating functions including planning and sourcing, inventory management, finance & controlling, human resources and IT. Rode most recently was ...
Regency International.(appointment of Danny McDonald )(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2005 ... * Danny McDonald has joined Regency International as a partner and vice president of sales & marketing. Most recently, he was a partner and senior vice president of sales and marketing for Direct Export Co. In his new post, McDonald will address current and future business ...
Sea Gull Lighting Products, the makers of Ambiance Lighting Systems, has announced the winners of the first Ambiance Design Competition.(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2005 ... * Sea Gull Lighting Products, the makers of Ambiance Lighting Systems, has announced the winners of the first Ambiance Design Competition. The five award winners were selected based upon their innovative, fashion-driven and trend-setting applications using Ambiance lighting systems. ...
What's hot in area rugs.(A CHANGING MARKETPLACE)
Jun 01, 2005 ... Buyers attending AMERICASMART[R]--Atlanta International Area Rug Market will likely notice many more contemporary designs as well as traditional rugs with more modern styling. "We're continuing to see a much broader array of innovative designs, textures and colors," states Chas ...
Bath & body.(DESIGN DIRECTIONS)
Jun 01, 2005; ... L'Occitane's limited edition Green Tea with Mint candle infuses a sparkling, revitalizing fragrance with distinctively Mediterranean-inspired packaging ($22). eLink 582 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The two-tone, environmentally friendly hemp shower curtain from Earth ...
Powder-room picks: top trends for the bath.(Bath & Body)
Jun 01, 2005; ... MUST-HAVE METALLICS Gold, bronze, copper, silver and pewter glitz up potions and packaging alike with shimmer and glimmer that extends well beyond holiday rare [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SWEET TEA Not too overpowering or feminine, the refreshingly ...
Modern light.(Dallas Lighting Market)
Jun 01, 2005; ... This season contemporary lighting makes a splash at the Dallas market. From art glass interpretations to shiny chrome finishes and colorful ceramics, these modern lighting designs make a fresh statement. Contemporary meets Asian in the Belle Arc Lamp from Adesso, designed with a ...
A touch of Classic.(Dallas Lighting Market)
Jun 01, 2005; ... The latest additions to traditional lighting designs range from fanciful chandeliers with colorful fruit embellishments to simple candlestick table lamps and rustic wrought iron pendants. These lighting designs will anchor classic decor for years to come. The traditional ...
Domestic shows.(Calendar)(Calendar)
Jun 01, 2005 ... JULY 2005 9-12 Philadelphia Gift Show and Handcrafted Expo. Fort Washington, Pa., Expo Center. 678-285-3976, urban-expo.com 11-14 Showtime Fabric Market. Market Square and other market buildings, High Point, N.C. 336-885-6842, itma-showtime.com 12-21 ...
Adesso.(New products: SUMMER SHOWS)
Jun 01, 2005; ... Adesso's Libra Double Table Lamp features contemporary design with two frosted glass shades and a see-saw adjustment arm in a satin steel finish ($100). The Belle Arc Lamp contrasts a ...
Artistry Designs by Reliance.(New products: SUMMER SHOWS)
Jun 01, 2005; ... Artistry Designs by Reliance introduces a holiday wreath from the Traditions Collection. The 18-inch wreath features berries, eucalyptus and holly encircling a twig ...
Austin Horn Collection.(New products: SUMMER SHOWS)
Jun 01, 2005; ... Austin Horn Collection debuts the romantic Trapunto Quilted Silk Bedding Collection featuring quilted silk accented by delicate floral embroidered silk, velvet ...
Bago Luma Collections.(New products: SUMMER SHOWS)
Jun 01, 2005; ... Debuting from Bago Luma Collections is a tall utility cart made from hand-forged iron and shown in a natural rust finish with a rolling base ($595). The Neona Console Table from the Neoteric Collection ...
Besa Lighting.(New products: SUMMER SHOWS)(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2005; ... Besa Lighting will introduce stunning glass pendants including the low voltage mini pendants made from handcrafted Herner glass in contemporary black and white designs. The ...
Biedermann & Sons.(New products: SUMMER SHOWS)(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2005; ... A mosaic set debuts from Biedermann including a candle jar lamp, votive cups, tart warmer and candle hurricane with plate, all made from spicy ...
Casabella Home Decor.(New products: SUMMER SHOWS)(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2005; ... Cast aluminum sinks debut from Casabella Home Decor. The Daisy Sink has a fluted aluminum basin with scalloped edge ($300). The Tulip ...
CBK.(New products: SUMMER SHOWS)
Jun 01, 2005; ... From CBK's Casa Cristina Collection, a blue seeded glass vase debuts in three sizes ($40 to $60). Other introductions to the Casa Cristina line include large hammered metal vases with stands in an oxy silver finish ($220), a mix-and-match earthenware tabletop set in earthy hues ($44) and a ...
Clay, Metal and Stone.(New products: SUMMER SHOWS)
Jun 01, 2005; ... Clay, Metal and Stone introduces a variety of items including a Tibetan Buddha made from resin with an antique wood finish ($45). The contemporary Colossal vases offer a dramatic statement in handcrafted metal ($329). The Diablo Glass Centerpiece vase contrasts a rustic metal base with a ...
Couronne.(New products: SUMMER SHOWS)
Jun 01, 2005; ... Couronne introduces a glass tea light lamp with red glass shade and metal accents ($32). A metal wall sconce holds five red vases that can be used for flowers or votive candles ($75). Several styles of hanging amphoras ...
Crystorama Lighting.(New products: SUMMER SHOWS)
Jun 01, 2005; ... Offering traditional styling, a champagne-finish wrought iron chandelier accented by linen crystals debuts from ...
Cypress Point Home.(New products: SUMMER SHOWS)
Jun 01, 2005; ... Cypress Point Home debuts the Cabin Table Lamp featuring hand-painted porcelain in shades of red, green, navy and gold with a matching painted ...
Dale Tiffany.(New products: SUMMER SHOWS)
Jun 01, 2005; ... Debuting this market are several glass table lamps from Dale Tiffany. The Songbirds in a Tiffany Tree table lamp features a sculpted antique bronze-finished base made of tree branches and songbirds and topped with a Tiffany stained glass shade portraying ...
Dan Hunter Designs.(New products: SUMMER SHOWS)
Jun 01, 2005; ... Dan Hunter Designs introduces the Maple Leaf Table Lamp from the Autumn Collection. The lamp showcases ...
Demdaco.(New products: SUMMER SHOWS)(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2005; ... Demdaco introduces several tabletop collections including the earthenware Cote d'Azur Collection, which offers casual coastal style in wavy forms and spa hues ($3 to $18). The Pear Espalier Collection takes a turn with French Country styling in a white earthenware finish ...
D'Kei.(New products: SUMMER SHOWS)(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2005; ... D'Kei introduces vintage buttons as the newest introduction to its Vintage Collection available in 10 colorways. A new tied cluster tassel fringe is offered in contemporary ...
Fitz and Floyd.(New products: SUMMER SHOWS)(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2005; ... The Poppies Collection debuts from Fitz and Floyd in a casual earthenware collection. The tabletop designs feature white leaf patterned dinnerware with red ...
Franz Collection.(New products: SUMMER SHOWS)(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2005; ... Franz Collection introduces a tabletop line called the Bee and Apple Collection. Fine Chinese porcelain is glazed to create designs inspired by nature with ...
Glass Nuvo.(New products: SUMMER SHOWS)(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2005; ... Glass Nuvo introduces several mouth-blown art glass collections. The Rio Collection features two vases and a platter with a white base and red and green contemporary patterns ($132 to $145). The Mahogany Collection offers a vase, bowl and platter in rich shades of amber, ...