Home Accents Today articles from June 2004

Home Accents Today archives from June 2004

It's the American way.(From The Editor)
June 1, 2004... Like many Americans, I spent my Memorial Day weekend doing the all-American stuff--shopping and eating. OK, let's not talk too much about the eating (calories don't count if yon cook the food outside). But about the shopping, I think I'm...

Rising materials, fuel costs challenge lamp, lighting pricing.(News: trends retailing manufacturing licensing marketing)
June 1, 2004... INCREASED RAW MATERIAL costs continue to put pricing pressures on home accents vendors, especially those who import from China. Predictions the steep increases were a blip that would correct itself as the 2004 calendar turned have proven...

Merriman joins Old World Designs Pennsylvania House teams with Tracy Porter.(News: trends retailing manufacturing licensing marketing)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... DESIGNER JEFFREY MERRIMAN has joined Dallas-based Old World Designs, which will debut his collections in January. As vice president of design and product development, Merriman will draw on his range of industry experience to produce fresh...

George Little Management and Reed Exhibitions join forces for Las Vegas shows.(News: trends retailing manufacturing licensing marketing)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... GEORGE LITTLE MANAGEMENT and Reed Exhibitions have forged a cooperative agreement for co-locating two of their Las Vegas events, beginning in May 2005. Together, GLM's Gourmet Products Show and Reed Exhibitions' National Hardware Show will...

Designers take on eBay showhouse.(News: trends retailing manufacturing licensing marketing)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... THE SECOND ANNUAL eBay showhouse opens in June. Eight designers on a limited budget furnished the Upper East Side New York City townhouse in less than two months. The items in the house have been purchased on eBay and will be resold during a...

Pillowtex brands go to Target, Kohl's.(News: trends retailing manufacturing)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... TWO OF FORMER TEXTILE giant Pillowtex' best known brands, Fieldcrest and Royal Velvet, will debut in exclusive relationships with two major retailers. Target has signed a deal to be the exclusive retailer of Fieldcrest, to be available in...

Martha show placed on hiatus.(Martha Stewart Living)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... MARTHA STEWart Living Omni-media announced Martha Stewart Living, the Emmy-award winning daily syndicated service show distributed by King World Productions, will be placed on hiatus for Season 12, the 2004-2005 broadcast season. The company...

Fetco Home Decor secures refinancing package.(News: trends retailing manufacturing)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... FETCO HOME DECOR has secured a $16 million refinancing package from Zohar Limited, a fund managed by Patriarch Partners VIII. The refinancing, effective in April, provided an infusion of capital that will allow Fetco to execute its growth plan,...

Glee attracts North American garden vendors.(News: trends retailing manufacturing)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... A NUMBER OF North American manufacturers and distributors will travel to Birmingham, England to unveil their latest designs at Glee, the United Kingdom's international garden and leisure exhibition set for Sept. 19-21. Among those to show...

Turning the (accent) tables.(recommended furniture stores)
June 1, 2004... DURING AN INTERVIEW recently, I had the tables turned when a retailer asked which stores are my favorites. I was caught offguard and started racking my brain. Shopping for me is much more about the environment and the experience than actually...

Coral reef.(What's Hot)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... STYLIZED AND EXOTIC, coral makes waves this season. The natural shape of coral lends itself to artistic, sophisticated reinterpretations in every aspect of the home. Whether it's presented in a vibrant eponymous hue or sun-bleached to pale...

An odd mix in sunny California.(Retail profile: Sunrise Home)(San Rafael furniture store)(Cover Story)
June 1, 2004... SUNRISE HOME'S HEAD HONCHO: Annie Bowman A BRIEF HISTORY: Annie Bowman has been in the retail business for 27 years, although she had more adventurous career ideas growing up and has degrees in English and philosophy with a minor in film....

Gold mine.(Summer Sketchbook)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... METALLICS stake a shimmering claim in home accents, uprooting both colors and neutrals with characteristic flash and dash. Touchktg on luxe excess, the use of metallics in the home signifies a desire for objects deemed precious and rare. ...

Taking note.(Special report: accent furniture)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Crossing styles from traditional and Old World to the newest of new, these trends translate into the hottest looks in accent furniture. Through a glass darkly Finishes take a turn to the darker side, whether in classic designs or more...

Industry leaders discuss challenges, future of furniture.(Special report: accent furniture)
June 1, 2004... Accent furniture is one of the fastest growing categories in home accents, with furniture stores setting up accent galleries, home accent specialists carrying a variety, of pieces and even gift stores getting into the action. Add catalogs,...

Bath & body.(Design Directions)(Florentine glass perfume bottles )
June 1, 2004... Trimmed in 18L gold etching, Florentine glass perfume bottles from Arte Italica are topped with an elegant glass leaf stopper ($65 each). eLink 525 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Deep, lush color enhances the femenine mystique of the Darsii...

Dare to be different.(Show Preview)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... TABLE LAMPS will always be a mainstay in consumers' homes, but the designs are sure to differ with time. At market, expect to see everything from whimsical, daring styles to elegant, traditional. Polka dots, florals, stripes and a few solids in...

Fixtures front and center.(Show Preview)
June 1, 2004... AS THE CURTAIN rises on the Dallas International Lighting Market, designs sure to inspire and wow will be center stage. Chandeliers, sconces and pendants light up traditional and modern styles, while both sweetly romantic and strongly masculine...

The dichotomy of licensing.(Introduction)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... You can't turn around three times in the home accents industry without coming upon a licensed product of one type or another. Licensed lines permeate all categories and emanate from everyone from designers and decorators to artists, chefs,...

Mixed views.(Introduction)
June 1, 2004... IN THEORY, licensed products are magnets that draw consumers into stores and induce them to buy based on their built-in story, brand recognition, reputation and underlying style. But does that theory actually translate into sales? As with...

Retail product mix.(Retailers)
June 1, 2004... TAKING THE PULSE of licensing in the home accents industry wouldn't be complete without looking at the overall product mix as well. Respondents to our survey shared information on four specific product categories: accent furniture, lamps and...

How important is licensed product?(Retailers)
June 1, 2004... MORE THAN TWO-FIFTHS of responding retailers carry at least one licensed product in at least one home accent product category, but the significance of licensed products varies considerably by category. The tabletop category, for example,...

What retailers want.(Retailers)
June 1, 2004... OF THE THREE GROUPS SURVEYED, retailers seemingly have the most issues with licensed product. They're unsure of the importance or value of the category and those that do carry licensed lines are looking for support. Retailers in our survey...

Motivation.(Vendors)
June 1, 2004... MOTIVATION FOR VENDORS CURRENTLY not selling licensed product, accent furniture and other decorative accessories top the list of products to add this year. Among the primary reasons vendors give for adding licensed product are additional...

A word from the stars.(Licensors)
June 1, 2004... WHEN DECIDING HOW TO CHOOSE a new licensee, licensors are in search of companies that have experience with licensed product, as well as distribution channels that accurately match their product. Nearly three-fourths of responding licensors...

Summer shows.(New products)
June 1, 2004... Beginning with this month's issue and continuing throughout the summer, HomeAccents Today will feature a sneak peek of new products you'll see at upcoming markets. The New Product Previews will showcase product across all categories, collected...

Adesso.(Summer Shows)(table lamp and a magazine rack)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Adesso debuts a table lamp and a magazine rack. Re-Matrix Table Lamp is crafted of satin steel with a white acrylic tube shade ($170). The Rex Magazine Rack is made of faux black leather and sling suspended from a satin steel frame ($80). eLink...

Andrea by Sadek.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Andrea by Sadek debuts several additions to its handcrafted collection, including a honey-colored ceramic vase ($16). New pieces also include a set of three multi-height resin and green marble candlesticks ($69, set of three). The Red Parrots...

Arte Italica.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Three collections, as well as additions to the Tuscan collection, debut. Pompeii features distressed ceramic urns/planters ($145-$225); Vintage Pewter features pewter pitchers, tureens, candleholders and planters ($80-$850) reproduced using the...

ArtWax.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Four fun, whimsical gift-boxed candle themes debut in the Sensual Living collection from ArtWax. Red Metallic Hearts ($11), Frog Floaters ($10), Green Apples ($10) and Chocolates ($12) come specially packaged. The hearts and chocolates come...

Barbara Cosgrove.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Though lamps and lighting are still her milieu, Barbara Cosgrove has branched out into other categories, including decorative accents, like the obelisk which debuts. The decorative obelisk ($300) is stained and waxed wood and stands 36 inches...

CBK.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... CBK rolls out a host of products from pillows and shelves to vases and accent furniture. Step Design Shelf Units are black with a dark brown finish, wicker weave tops and wood and rattan accents and come as a pair in two- and four-shelf sizes...

Chelsea House.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Chelsea House hits the summer markets with four new distinct accent furniture designs. The Port Royal Console is crafted of pine solids and oak burl veneers in a French country styling. The Patterson Table ($2,000), which resembles a leather...

Clay Metal & Stone.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Geometric shapes take center stage on the Geometric and Rodeo Drive Collections debuting from Clay Metal & Stone. Geometrics includes pedestals ($400, set of 2), jewelry box ($120), box on stand ($350), tray with stand ($250), tray ($150),...

Cole River.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Cole River blends Asian craft disciplines with Western creative sensibilities for its new products, which include Stone-Lights, Metallic Crazy Wire Vases, embroidered poly-abaca pillows, Charms and Crazy Wire tea-light cups. Stonelights are...

Corona Decor.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Sanctuary I and Sanctuary II, new designs from Corona Decor, are jacquard-loomed tapestries imported from Bel-gium and finished in Seattle. These Enchanted Garden de-signs ($445 each) feature jewel tones of red, rose, green, plum, aqua, ivory...

Design and Sourcing International.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Design and Sourcing International bows in with its glass table lamp with black shade. A fluted glass cylinder perches on a black metal base and is accented with a hand-sewn black shade with a decidedly contemporary circular design ($180). eLink...

Design Ideas.(Summer Shows)(Calista and Dancing Santa)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Calista and Dancing Santa represent new products for Design Ideas. Calista, a singular tribute to nature, is a real tree branch preserved in copper ($30). Its base is made of dark mango wood, and both the base and the branches are harvested...

Earthly Things.(Summer Shows)(Magnolia Placemats )(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Earthly Things debuts its set of six Magnolia Placemats that together double as a centerpiece. The mats are designed by artist Kate Sellers-Jones and are prints of six original paintings on laminated masonite with a cork back. Individually the...

ELC Wholesale.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Accent furniture selections premier from ELC Wholesale. Introductions include the Old Wood Square Armoire with a softly rustic feel and a simply styled china hutch. Additionally, a rectangular accent table contrasts a light-finish top with...

Er'go Candle.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Er'go Candle debuts its eponymous Garden Collection. In soy candles, it features simple, tried-and-true fragrances that already are classic favorites like lilac, gardenia, vanilla bean and lavender ($18-$20). eLink 549 Shows: All majors...

Feizy Rugs.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Feizy Rugs expands Izmir with nine contemporary rugs, which complement the collection's traditional designs. Geometric grids and crisp shapes dominate the motifs, such as in one design ($398), which features oranges, rusts, yellows, browns and...

Fiasco.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Golden yellow pears, pine cones, leaves and buds pop on the black background of the 15-inch round Bountiful platter from Fiasco. Designed by Jane Adams, the platter is hand-painted ceramic designed for serving or as a decorative accent ($70)....

Fitz and Floyd.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Fitz and Floyd debuts two collections, Manhattan Garden and Mustard and Ox Blood. Manhattan Garden is assorted tableware, serveware and bath accessories featuring meandering stems with dramatic leaf accents in tones of oyster white, leaf green...

Groovystuff.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... A selection of bar chairs premiers, including a highback style and a wood and metal design ($150 to $750). Additionally, the vendor introduces the outdoor picnic bench, which is accented with wagon wheels for rustic country appeal ($1,689)....

Hedges.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Hedges debuts almost a dozen fall and holiday designs from Bountiful Harvest, Feathers and Della Robbia to Woodland, Winter Frost and Red Berry collections. Bountiful Harvest features the Harvest Gourd Wreath ($260), with gourds, pods, leaves...

Horizons International.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Horizons debuts two collections. Past Lives is a contemporary collection of ceramic vases and urns with rich glazes including ruby and celadon on black on the Ruby Glaze Wide Neck Ceramic Vase ($185) and blue/ green on black on the Cobalt/ Dark...

Huntingdon Home.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Organic Botanic debuts at Huntingdon Home, a collection of sculpted acrylic plush throws. Designer Christina Pritz takes inspiration from florals and organic forms in six designs presented in color combinations of deep red on dark green,...

Imax.(product introductions)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Imax rolls out Retro Leather, Soho Style and Americana collections as well as other pieces including the Hampton's Mirror ($99) and the Gentleman's Leather bar set ($249). Soho Style features retro-looking urns and vases in colorblocks of...

Kay Berry.(debuts three cast stone plaques with inspirational messages)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Kay Berry debuts three cast stone plaques with inspirational messages. "I Sought the Lord" is an open-book design featuring a verse from Psalms ($15), "A Friend Loveth" is a stone with a verse from Proverbs ($11.50) and "God Bless You" is a...

Mandarin Square.(Summer Shows)
June 1, 2004... Silk-covered, refillable notepads debut from Mandarin Square. The notepads come in two sizes ($5-$10) and are crafted from pure silk brocade in a modern Chinese style. There are four colorways including lavender stripe, persimmon topiary, red...

Murray Feiss.(Summer Shows)
June 1, 2004... Murray Feiss debuts a bandsome fixture for The Medallion Collection, featuring excavation glass shades and a detailed carved rosette pattern. Also introduced will be a brushed steel and cherry wood fixture in the Bel Air Collection, designed by...

NDI.(Summer Shows)
June 1, 2004... NDI presents additions to its Fortieth Anniversary collection. Tulips rise above a mixture of zinnias and hydrangeas in bronze-like footed planter ($430), while poppies in yellows and oranges are interspersed with sunflowers in a water garden...

Pacific Rim.(Summer Shows)
June 1, 2004... Two table lamps are introduced, including the Tangier Table Lamp ($100), part of the Moroccau-inspired Tangier Home Collection, featuring a beaded mosaic pattern formed on a translucent finish in deep red, purple or amber. The Shore Piling Lamp...

Palecek.(Summer Shows)
June 1, 2004... Two urn collections debut, including Woven Floor Urns ($135-$160), finished in a rich brown stain, hand-rubbed black and dyed light green. The Ikebana Low Urn ($150) is crafted of rattan strips woven into artful basketry. eLink 521 Shows:...

Peggy Karr Glass.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Three mid-year collections debut, including Cocktails, a line of 8- and 18-inch enameled fused glass plates with whimsical margarita, martini, cosmopolitan and pina colada themes ($30-$90). Poppy, a 10-inch square plate ($48) and an 11-inch...

The Platt Collections.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... A Coromandel-style charger is introduced, featuring a pierced center design and bronze trim on a wrought iron base ($249). eLink 538 Shows: Dallas and San Francisco [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Primatives by Kathy.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Primatives by Kathy rolls out designs for the upcoming holiday season, including antique tinsel garland for Christmas and the Bat in Disguise Hanger for Halloween ($11). Other new products include game boards ($10-$26) and Tisket a Tasket Tree...

Quoizel.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... This summer, Quoizel debuts the Berenger and Englewood chandeliers. The Berenger features a vintage Bordeaux finish and opal etched glass that converts to direct mount. The Englewood Chandelier features an imperial bronze finish and amber ice...

Reliance Lamp.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Reliance debuts Deluxe, a collection of two table lamps and two vases crafted of lacquered porcelain and handpainted in vibrant yellow tones with apple green accents ($49-$179). Linen shades top the bases, which sit on ball feet, as does one...

The Rug Barn.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... The Rug Barn presents The Christmas Forest Collection by Pamela Gladding, a cotton tapestry throw with matching coordinates such as placemats, runners and pillows ($6-$50). Also debuting is tapestry wall art by Fabrice De Villeneuve. Titled...

Scene Weaver.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Brand new to summer markets, Scene Weaver presents a throw, pillow, wall hanging and more in the Crayola Jazzy Tips Collection by licensor Crayola. The line features several boxed framed close-ups of Crayola's trademark classic crayon tips in...

Shastra.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Shastra debuts the Savor Collection of tabletop items. A snack and condiment tray, oil dispenser, dessert plate and pastry platter are crafted of ivory ceramic with wire and iron accents ($24-$40). eLink 534 Shows: Atlanta, Dallas, Chicago...

Snickelldoodles.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Delicate silk and satin sachets are introduced in the Dream Sachet Collection. Designed by Mary Tosch, the sachets come in vibrant spring colors, warm summer greens, elegant stacks or fun ribbon rose buds, each scented with vanilla ($6410)....

Sweet Dreams.(Summer Shows)(pillows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Sweet Dreams introduces four designs this summer by artist Denise Sansing. The Palm Desert and Palmetto pillows in two sizes feature cheetah spots and green potted palms ($168, $170). The Date Palm pillow has a palm tree as its center focus...

Thirstystone Resources.(Summer Shows)(Sandstone Coasters from Zodiac Collection )(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Sandstone Coasters and Note Keeper stationery in the Zodiac Collection are introduced. The absorbent sandstone coasters in a color-coordinated box ($20) and stationery gift set ($12), which includes 250 lined sheets, matching pen and accent...

United Design.(Summer Shows)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... United Design debuts the Wine & Cheese Frame, the fifth in the Frameology Collection. The freestanding frame features a leaf design clip ($30). In the Spiritual Harvest Collection, the Faith Wall Plaque is introduced. The Stonecast plaque is...

Events.(Calendar)
June 1, 2004... Atlanta July 6-15 Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market AmericasMart Atlanta. phone: 800-285-6278, www.americasmart.com Highlights * The Design Quest Showcase returns, hosted by Mitchell Pennell,...

Buyer Rewards program set.(Events: Atlanta)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... The Gift Fair in Atlanta is featuring an expanded Buyer Rewards program. Buyers can attend the Lunch and Learn seminar series held at the Buyers Rewards Lounge with prize giveaways, promotions, contests and free products. Lunch is limited...

Lighting, rugs, textiles star at furniture show.
June 1, 2004... IT MAY BE called a furniture show, but certainly the exhibitors of lighting, rugs and home textiles products were major forces at the International Contemporary Furniture Fair in New York last month. The show continues to mix high-tech...

AMERICASMART: two shows, one location: cover new ground--again.(Rug Trends)
June 1, 2004... For the second year in a row, area rugs, accessories and homes furnishings will come together at AMERICASMART[R] in July with the jointly timed Atlanta International Area Rug and Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Markets. ...

Calendar.(Calendar)
June 1, 2004... JULY 2004 6-15 Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market. AmericasMart. 800-285-6278, americasmart.com 9-12 The Gift Fair in Atlanta. Georgia World Congress...

Vendors reward top sellers.(People)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... The Uttermost Company, based in Rocky Mount, Va., took several of its top-performing sales representatives and spouses on a weeklong trip to China in February. The company chose Hong Kong and China as its destination as more and more of its...

Enesco exec receives humanitarian award.(People)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Enesco Group (Itasca, Ill.) Founding Chairman Eugene Freedman received the prestigious Herbert Hoover Humanitarian Award from Boys & Girls Clubs of America. The award is given for outstanding leadership and support for educational and...

In Detail adds five companies in Dallas.(People)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... In Detail, Dallas, will represent several new vendors, beginning at the show this month. New are Abigails, Arteriors, Guildmaster, Aidan Gray and Nouvelle Candies. The showroom, 500 World Trade Center, has been re-merchandised to...

Haverty promotes three.(People)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Haverty Furniture has promoted three executives, Robert H. Kirchmeyer, B. Gregory Davis, and Richard D. Gallagher, announced at the annual board meeting in Atlanta. Kirchmeyer, promoted to vice president, merchandising, joined the company...

Egg-cellent designer.(Red Egg designer Carol Gregg)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Red Egg key player Carol Gregg The back story In 1997, Carol Gregg and her life partner Gary Thompson founded Red Egg based on Carol's eye for design and textile background and Gary's experience trading in Asia. Realizing they had to carve...

Editor's notes.(Editorial)
June 1, 2004... It's no secret that the juvenile business is a growing one, but more people seem to be paying attention to that fact. With the announcement of a new Vegas Kids exhibit area at the new Las Vegas Furniture Market, set to open in 2005 (see...

Birth rates drop another 1% in 2002.(By the Numbers)
June 1, 2004... High Point -- Final numbers on 2002 births reveal a mixed blessing for kids retailers and vendors, continuing a multi-year trend that had been interrupted by hiccups up in 1999 and 2000. The number of babies born has been essentially the same,...

Licensed products strong at JPMA: wide variety of licenses offer something for everyone.(Licensing)(Juvenile Products Manufacturers' Assn)
June 1, 2004... Dallas -- Licensed products made a huge statement, particularly in baby products, at the Juvenile Products Manufacturers' Assn. show here last month. Major crib bedding producers Springs, Crown Crafts, Dolly, Baby Boom and Riegel each...

Delta launches Disney line at JPMA.(Licensing)
June 1, 2004... Brooklyn, N.Y. -- Disney has returned to the furniture industry after teaming with Delta Enterprise. This is the second time around for Disney Consumer Products, which signed a licensing deal with Lane in 1995. Delta's Delta Luv furniture...

Tiny Love enters licensing with Baby Looney Tunes.(Licensing)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Dallas -- Infant developmental toy manufacturer Tiny Love has expanded into licensed goods, showing the first prototypes of its Baby Looney Tunes branded products last month. Baby versions of popular characters Taz, Bugs Bunny, Tweety and...

Leslie Beck launches Children's Corner collection.(Licensing)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... New York -- Textile designer Leslie Beck is broadening her licensing program to include a new children's initiative, Leslie Beck Children's Corner, which will feature apparel, layette, diaper bags and gift sets. A follow-up to last year's...

ToddWorld joins Ready Set Learn! Preschool block.(Licensing briefs)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2004... Pacific Palisades, Calif. -- ToddWorld, an original new 26-part animated Discovery Kids series based on children's author/illustrator Todd Parr's work, will join the Ready Set Learn! block of commercial-free television for preschoolers on...