Home Accents Today articles from August 2001

Home Accents Today archives from August 2001

Planning for the challenge.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Where has this year gone? Remember when your mother used to mutter those words and as a child, you couldn't believe she was saying it. It would never be Christmas. School was already starting. It was forever until your next birthday....

Susan Sargent teams with Lexington; John Richard to make accessories, Robert Allen gets fabric license.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Susan Sargent is the latest to join the stable of licensed, top-name designers at Lexington Home Brands. The 50-piece, whole-home line of case goods, upholstery and home accents -- including coordinated rugs, top-of-bed, tabletop and decorative...

Rene DuBois, Decorative Concepts go separate ways.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Artist Renee DuBois and Decorative Concepts have ended their year-old corporate relationship. She had been the creative force behind last year's launch of the company's Square Nest division, specializing in home accents. Bill McMahon, CEO...

Decorize buys Faith Walk, may add third acquisition.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... In its second acquisition in as many months, Decorize Inc. has acquired Houston, Tex.-based Faith Walk Designs in a stock and cash transaction. Faith Walk manufactures premium, hand-painted furniture. In June, Decorize acquired GuildMaster...

Trade show partners announce plans for Los Angeles showroom building.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Trade show partners dmg world media, the Dallas Market Center and George Little Management have signed a long-term lease with CaliforniaMart, an existing downtown Los Angeles showroom facility, for their new permanent gift and home accents...

Aldik gets new president, Gold promoted.(Larry Gold)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Aldik Artificial Flower has named Michael Stadlberger, a company vice president, to lead the company, effective this month. Stadlberger replaces Larry Gold, who has been appointed vice chairman of Aldik's parent company, Decorative Concepts....

High Point Market Authority names president.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Transportation and parking problems top the list of issues to be addressed by the new High Point International Home Furnishings Market Authority, according to newly named President Judy Mendenhall. A former mayor of the North Carolina city,...

HomeLife files Chapter 11, liquidation is under way.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Following months of rumors, late payments and consumer complaints, HomeLife is going down and, apparently, out. The Hoffman Estates, Ill.-based retailer is liquidating its 128 stores following last month's Chapter 11 Bankruptcy filing. The...

GLM to redesign California Gift Show.(George Little Managment)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... George Little Management plans to introduce what it calls a "new" California Gift Show in January 2002, complete with changes in categories, floor plans and logo. The changes were announced at a press conference during the July show by top...

Seibel named general manager of L.A. Mart.(Gerald Seibel)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Gerald J. Seibel, former executive vice president of leasing at the L.A. Mart, has been named general manager of the mart. He replaces Jon Weiglin, who recently resigned. Frank Sekula, who has managed the accounting department, has been...

More rooms stabilize High Point lodging prices.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... The cost of lodging during the International Home Furnishings Market in High Point, N.C., appears to have stabilized the past two years as dozens of hotels and motels have opened their doors, a recent study shows. The data, compiled by the...

Style Beat Hispanic Hints.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Currently the fastest growing minority group in America, the Hispanic population has started to exert its influence on home accents. Subtle signs of Mexican and South American style are showing up in high-end designs. More cultured than...

Blacklion's design center offers new business model for small retailers.
August 1, 2001... Bob and Nita Emory, owners of Charlotte, N.C.-based Blacklion, have come up with a big-box retailing model that breaks the mold. Unlike the archetypal big-box store, Blacklion doesn't thrive by putting small, independent retailers out of...

O'Brien Ironworks.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Gothic arches and other details set the stage for a new collection of wrought iron accent furniture from O'Brien Ironworks. The Gothic collection includes a bench for about $1,475, an armchair for $520 and a glass-topped table for $1,555....

Dansk Lights.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... The Chenda Group includes a floor lamp, a table lamp and a hanging pendant. All are white frosted glass with chrome accents in an extended cone-like shape. The minimalist collection will retail for $70 to $120. The aptly named UFO pendant has a...

Fiasco.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Brightly colored, hand-painted ceramics distinguish three introductions from Fiasco. Citrus Grove mixes shades of orange, lime and lemon in an array of tabletop items including chargers, dinner plates, dessert plates and two styles of...

Archatrive.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... An oval dining table with trestle base and antique look is new at Archatrive. Retailing for about $1,700, the table can be custom ordered in any size or finish offered by the company. Also new is an elegant display fixture that functions as a...

KleinReid.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... A series of four contemporary porcelain vases called Mudra draw inspiration from the position of the hands when meditating in the lotus position. Ranging in price from about $50 to $100, the vases are unadorned cylinders that taper into...

C&S Acosta.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Solid mahogany mirrors, available in 15 styles, debut this summer. Designs include an elaborately adorned scrolled mirror, Parisian oval and triple-pane Gothic mirrors and round mirror with leaf motif. Retail prices will range from about $350...

Sid Dickens.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Floral inspirations are the focus of decorative wall plaques from the Monaco collection. Characterized by an Old World style, the plaques are hand crafted from plaster and are featured in off-white and blush. They will retail for about $68...

Papel Giftware.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... The Apple Orchard collection from Papel Giftware, a division of Cast Art Industries, features the artwork of watercolor artist Andrea Brooks. With inspiration from nature, tabletop introductions feature apples and apple blossoms set against a...

Vance Kitira International.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... A new scent, Sensual, is added to the Perfume Candles line, featuring blended fragrances from Grasse, France. Fragrance is highlighted in the center of the candle, with a wax-in-wax concept designed to preserve the life of the scent. Along with...

Silver Plume Imports.(tables and clocks)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... The Bordeaux table and Call Me clock make a retro statement at Silver Plume Imports. The table, which features a scroll design on its base, can be paired with a variety of tops, including honey sandstone, white marble, bronze epee, bisque...

Brinkerhoff Lamps and Shades.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... An Asian element marks the ochre ceramic gourd lamp. It is topped with an angular beige shade that is accented by brown borders, retailing for about $200. A delicate stem of red fireweed embellishes the center of a red-trimmed lampshade atop a...

Great City Traders.(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2001... Lead crystal, hand-carved veneered bone, solid mahogany and mouth-blown Portuguese glass are among the materials that distinguish new selections from Great City Traders. Part of the Spencer collection, the column cut vase is cut crystal atop a...

Maine Cottage.(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)(Statistical Data Included)
August 1, 2001... Several accent furniture pieces debut in the Bay collection, all fashioned from maple. Two beds are new, one featuring fabric panels, with retail prices for the queen size set at $1,430 and $1,890. A cleanly styled writing desk and side cabinet...

Abigails.(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
August 1, 2001... Yellow, aqua and lavender ribbed stem martini glasses are new for about $32 each. Another fun, functional design is the fish platter from The One That Didn't Get Away collection. Available in two sizes, the ceramic platter with piscatorial...

Susan Sargent Designs.(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)(Statistical Data Included)
August 1, 2001... New felt pillows make bold statements in grape, plum, rust and sage. Retailing for about $40, they feature a silk screen black Scandia design on wool. Shades of blue color the Downtown petit point rug debut, a hand-hooked, 100% wool offering...

CORRECTION.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... In the New Products section of the July issue of Home Accents Today, an incorrect price was listed for an item being introduced by The Rug Barn. The correct price for the Feline Gourmet throw is $50.

Cadeau.(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)(Statistical Data Included)
August 1, 2001... Holiday themes dominate two new collections from Cadeau. The Homecoming collection mixes leaves, acorns, pinecones, twigs and pineapples for eye-catching designs. This fall motif is offered in a centerpiece, a vertical swag and several sizes...

Ercole.(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)(Statistical Data Included)
August 1, 2001... Mosaic designs grace tabletop introductions from Ercole. Lavender stained glass is arranged on wineglasses in the Fenice collection, which will retail for about $270 to $330. The Quilt Stripe collection features patterns of jewel tones on...

Arte Italica's Product Line Captures Beauty Of Italian Craftsmanship.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... As Arte Italica has discovered, Italy and inspiration seem to go hand-in-hand. After one particularly inspiring visit to the land of Michaelangelo and Pavarotti, company founder Ann Skidmore had a dream. She wanted to bring to America those...

Amidst Sea of Mass Production, Match Celebrates Beauty And Heritage of Italian Artisans.(household furnishings from Match)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Providing an oasis of quality for the buyer looking for products with distinction has been the goal of Match since the beginning. Owner David Reiss began the company six years ago, with the intention of preserving a method of creating products...

Danielson Designs Celebrates Talent Of Founder With Top-Selling Signature Collection.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... When Annie and Mark Danielson began their picture frame company nearly 10 years ago they never dreamed that someday others would be seeking to license their work. But the success of the Annie Danielson Signature Collection has brought attention...

Opus Brings Rich Traditions of Europe To U.S. Market.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Opus Crystal continues to bring the rich traditions of the Bohemian glassmakers of Europe to the United States. The company is proud to present the best of the new creative designs, as well as more traditional looks that are centuries old. Opus...

Marsha Blanke Searches the World for Innovative Craftspeople.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Marsha Blanke is certainly not afraid to take chances. This designer and founder of Tablewear by Marsha Blanke has an eye for the unusual, and travels around the world seeking out some of the best craftspeople around. Some of her favorite...

Alva's Impressive Inventory Features More Than 200 Pieces Of Art.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Offering consumers the opportunity to purchase a piece of art and history at an affordable price has propelled Alva Museum Reproductions into an important source for home and commercial dec rating needs. The company specializes in...

Ceramica de Espana Features Quality At Sharp Price.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... With an accent on a broad assortment of high quality merchandise at a competitive price point, Monique Ceramica de Espana celebrates nearly 20 years producing beautiful handpainted pottery. The company concentrates on four key categories:...

East Of Eden Presents Handblown Glass In Unique Colors.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... "We are really developing a cachet in handblown glass," says Sonny Dugal, founder of East of Eden. This season the company is featuring unique colorations, achieved through different techniques and dye blends. Now East of Eden customers will...

Sandton Focuses Efforts On Market Trends In Color, Materials And Theme.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Sanchon Designs is a company that stays ahead of the competition by focusing on the major market trends in color, materials and theme. The result is a striking line that dramatically combines materials like wire, polyresin and glass, and...

Mediterranean Living To Distribute French Souleaido Line.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... There's big news coming from Mediterranean Living this season, as the company has been named the U.S. distributor for the famed French Souleaido line. It is the company's goal to find one retailer in each community or region across the U.S. to...

Jozefina's Marble Collection Continues To Attract Admirers.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Jozefina continues to draw rave reviews for its unique Marble Collection of handblown glass from Poland. Introduced two years ago, this line has spawned imitators, but Jozefina remains the only glass company worldwide to master this special...

Peggy Karr Perfects Artistry and Brilliance of Fused Glass.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Peggy Karr has always loved creating things, but even she admits that she stumbled on the unique process of glass fusing by accident. As an artist Peggy was struck by the brilliant colors it created; the entrepreneur in her wanted to...

Manorisms Offers Casual Elegance At Affordable Price.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... With the objective of offering one-stop shopping for its customers, Manorisms presents a look described as casual elegance at an affordable price. Leading the company is Merilyn Konnerth, a dynamo who draws on her strong retail background to...

7N Travels To Bulgaria For Fine Bone China.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Through the centuries the spirits of ancient civilization's have found shape and expression in the uniqueness of bone china. Originating from the beautiful villages of Bulgaria is 7N's line of Naydenoff fine quality bone china, including tea...

Skyros Branches Out to Now Include Legado Collection from Portugal.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Skyros Designs is starting a new chapter in its seven-year history, as the company presents The Legado Collection. Long known for its beautiful tabletop and decorative accessory items from Greece, Skyros' new lines all originate from Portugal....

Intrada Celebrates Beauty of Italian Handcrafted Ceramics.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... In the grand tradition of its memorable rooster and safari themes, Intrada continues to set new trends as a pioneer in bringing the best of Italian artisanship to the rest of the world. New colors and designs are always featured, as the company...

Countryman's Line Showcases Patterns Of Portugal.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... "Handcrafted ceramics can be both beautiful and functional," says Debra Countryman Shutt, founder of Countryman Ceramics. With this in mind the company has been crating and importing fine pieces from Portugal for over six years. Drawing on...

Stray Dog Brings Oil Cloth Back To Marker.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Stray Dog's diverse Mary Jane line -- affectionately named after the two designers -- celebrates the beauty and festive atmosphere of Mexico, where it originates. The first component to this unique line is a selection of oil cloth...

Nayer Kazemi.(fountains)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Natural elements such as copper, slate and pebbles combine to create contemporary styled water art. Flowing River is new with water cascading over three tiers of slate into a rock-filled copper trough to retail for $900 to $950. Shi-Sheh,...

Alva Museum Reproductions.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Two sculptures debuting at Alva aim to capture the emotional connection between friends and sisters. Made of Alvastone -- a marble, stone and plaster compound -- the pieces are hand painted with a light, brushed gold finish. Kindred Spirits,...

GreenTree.(candles and holders)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Fashioned from 100% natural beeswax, this new collection of slow-burning candles takes its inspiration from such architectural forms as a tent, column, tower, gatehouse and Gothic. The five shapes will retail for $12 to $19 and are available in...

Deborah Rhodes.(table linens and decorations)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Hand-painted and handsewn braid is used in tabletop place mats from Deborah Rhodes. The Antique Leaves collection is available in blue, brown and ivory with a simple leaf design. Each mat will retail for $32. The Winter Berries collection has...

Riverside Studios.(art glassware)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Contemporary bud vases in clear, half-inch beveled glass are new at Riverside Studios. A triangular, double-sided bud vase with an urn shape will retail at about $50. A double-sided, cylindrical bud vase with a half-moon design and sandblasted...

Studio Vertu.(tableware and coasters)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Eight new Italian wine labels premier on Italian marble coasters from the Original Fresco collection. The wineries include ones from the Piedmont, Veneto-Lake Garda and Tuscany regions. Each set will retail for approximately $40 and adds to the...

Changstrom Studio.(art ceramics)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... The Sleeping Branch vase features a bird, nestled near a cluster of rosebuds, atop a sloping piece of driftwood. This glazed ceramic is an introduction in the Branch series and will retail for about $45. Changstrom Studio shows exclusively in...

Hurricane Art Metal.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... The Phoebe Porch Feeder's metal frame is curved in the shape of a hook with an open dish for feed at the base. An iron bird sculpture is perched atop a diamond of dalle de verre glass, available in such jewel tones as ruby, violet, cobalt, aqua...

Sloane's Specialties.(baskets)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)(Statistical Data Included)
August 1, 2001... Bamboo and rattan are the mediums of choice for two debuts in the Blooming Garden collection. A rectangular basket divided into separate compartments serves as a utensil holder and will retail for about $52. A smaller basket design can be used...

Jacob's Musical Chimes.(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2001... A Japanese kanji symbol is featured on the newest silhouettes to represent Chi, an essential aspect of the Feng Shui concept. Three solid aluminum pipes hang from the Chi image, which is stamped out of curved rectangular metal, available in...

Greenhorn Trading Company.(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2001... Color and fabric are highlighted in new linen voile pillows from Greenhorn Trading Company. Part of the Linen Mist collection, these square, ruffled pillows are available in copper, dove gray, mocha, poppyseed, willow, espresso, cappuccino,...

MU/H.(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2001... Inspired by Ottoman and Turkish textiles found in the Topkapi Palace Museum in Istanbul, Turkey, MU/H has created four new collections of decorative pillows, throws and hanging panels -- Bihter, Rumi, Muhru and Karanfil. Developed in...

Churchill Weavers.(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2001... Mondrian, a new rayon chenille throw, debuts for Churchill Weavers. The brilliantly colored weave mingles shades of magenta, purple and brick to create a bright, eye-catching design. The thickly fringed throw retails for about $220. Churchill...

Palace Living.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Pillows with a traditional Oriental look debut in a variety of colors and designs, including a deep red introduction with floral decoration. Of Chinese silk with feather and down stuffer, the pillows will retail for $140 to $180. Palace Living...

Making fun of time.(clock design)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Designers are making time for some playfulness with this imaginative set of timepiece offerings. Certainly not your grandfather's clock, each of these designs is a modern, unconventional creation that focuses on fun without forgetting about...

Fifties Flair.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Clean lines and subtle curves demonstrate their timeless appeal in a new round of mid-century modern-inspired designs. These retro looks have been updated for the new millennium with bursts of color anchored by restrained styling. Fully...

All Boxed Up.(decorative boxes)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Boxes may seem like a pretty cut and dry affair. One bottom, one lid and some well-concealed storage space -- what else is there? But with styles ranging from genteel tropical to sleek contemporary, today's designs show the power and...

Royal Worcester/Spode acquires Caithness Glass.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Royal Worcester and Spode has bought Caithness Glass of Perth, Scotland, from Royal Doulton and will operate as an independent business unit and continue to be managed from Perth. Under the direction of President and CEO Jim Barch, The...

WithIt kicks off corporate fund-raising campaign; names scholarship winners.(Women in the Home Industries Today)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Women in the Home Industries Today (WithIt) is creating a corporate membership program to kick off its annual fund-raising campaign and is seeking corporate sponsors for national and regional events. Corporate sponsorships will help pay for...

Burnes of Boston creates collection to fight breast cancer.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Burnes of Boston has created a collection of photo frames called Woman to Woman: Advice for Living that will benefit the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. The company will donate 10 % of net sales of the collection to the foundation. ...

Camden Field Collection moves to South Carolina.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... The Camden Field Collection, specialist in hand-painted hardwood furniture, has relocated its business to new quarters in Greenville, S.C. The company also has a new corporate identity, Lilies of the Field. Best known for its country...

Merchandise Mart to open more Chicago permanent showrooms.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Merchandise Mart Properties plans to convert some temporary spaces in the 12th floor Market Suites of The Merchandise Mart in Chicago to permanent market-time showrooms. The addition will create 66 new spaces beginning in January 2002,...

Burtco enters area rug market.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Burtco Enterprises is entering the rug market through a new division called KoKo, according to Bob Kokoszka, president of Burtco. The company made its debut at the July International Area Rug Market in Atlanta. "We came to this market as a...

Waterford Wedgwood extends its brand in linens.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Waterford Wedgwood is acquiring Anaheim, Calif.-based Ashling Corp., which markets table and bed linens as W-C Designs. Ashling has been licensed to sell Waterford linens since 1995 and Wedgwood linens since earlier this year. Ashling...

Rug Barn introduces lines for home accent market.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... The new management team at The Rug Barn, assembled by President Glynn Thomas in recent months, is introducing collections at the summer markets to move the company into home accent categories. "We want to develop the home accents market,"...

Schonbek debuts crystal lamps.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Known for designing crystal chandeliers, Schonbek has added a major new line of crystal table lamps for 2001. The base of each lamp is a deeply carved casting made in Italy and finished at the Schonbek factory. The block of solid, transparent...

Staff changes announced for New York Gift Fair management.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... George Little Management (White Plains, N.Y.) has reorganized staff assignments for the New York International Gift Fair, to take effect just after this month's fair. New divisional managers are Beth Bronzino, Just Kidstuff and The Museum...

Waverly Home Fashions.(selection of officers)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... * Evan Melnick has been promoted to vice president, sales and merchandising of Waverly Home Fashions. He reports to Christiane Michaels, president and general manager, Waverly Lifestyle Group. Melnick directs sales and merchandising efforts for...

Target Corp.(selection of officers)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... * Target Corp. (Minneapolis, Minn.) has made two executive-level appointments. Bart Butzer has been named executive vice president of stores for the Target division. Butzer began his career at Target Corp. in 1983 and has held a number of...

Heilig-Meyers.(officials appointed at RoomStore retail operations)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... * As a key component of its plan to concentrate reorganization efforts on its RoomStore operations, Heilig-Meyers (Richmond, Va.) has appointed Curtis Kimbrell as president of the RoomStores. Kimbrell has been executive vice president of...

Momeni.(selection of officers)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... * Austin Craley has been named vice president of sales for Momeni. He will be responsible for sales throughout the United States. Most recently, he was vice president of sales at Kas Oriental Rugs. Earlier, he served as rug buyer for Macy's New...

Meyda Tiffany.(selection of officers)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... * The lighting division of Meyda Tiffany, the Yorkville, N.Y.-based manufacturer of Tiffany lamps, decorative lighting and home decor, has named Michael Martucci and Matthew Spicka of The Lighting Group as its new lighting sales reps in...

Linens `n Things.(selection of officers)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... * Audrey Schlaepfer will join Linens `n Things as Executive Vice President and Chief Merchandising Officer, reporting to Steven Silverstein, president. She is responsible for the strategic direction of the company's entire merchandising...

Restoration Hardware.(selection of officers)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... * Restoration Hardware has appointed Tom Bazzone as executive vice president and chief operating officer. He also joins the company's board of directors. Previously, Bazzone was president and COO at San Francisco-based RedEnvelope, joining that...

828 International Trading.(selection of officers)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... * Steve Roan has been named senior vice president of sales for 828 International Trading, managing the Greenville, S.C.-based rug importer's sales efforts for North America. He is based in Dalton, Ga. and reports to Ivan Phillips, executive...