CASTELLE Kicks Off 40th Anniversary With Reception On Opening Night of Casual Preview Market
On July 09, 2017, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
CHICAGO - It all began 40 years ago this year. CASTELLE is marking four decades of designing and manufacturing award-winning casual furnishings with an Anniversary reception to be held during the opening night of the International Casual Furniture Preview Market.
On Tuesday, July 11, 2017, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, CASTELLE will kick off its 40th anniversary celebration in its Chicago Merchandise Mart showroom #1576. The function is open to all market attendees with themed cocktails and refreshments.
“We are excited to share our 40th anniversary with the retail partners and industry friends that have made this…
Libby Langdon at ICFA Pre-Market
On July 07, 2017, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
CHICAGO - The 2017 ICFA Preview Show takes place Tuesday, July 11 – Thursday, July 13 at The Merchandise Mart, Chicago from 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. daily with temporary exhibitors on the 7th floor opening at 8:30 a.m.
Giordano Joins Couristan as Company’s Creative Director
On July 07, 2017, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
FORT LEE, NJ – Couristan Inc, an importer/manufacturer of fine, quality area rugs, residential broadloom and custom carpeting for the contract and hospitality industries has appointed Marlys Giordano to the position of creative director for the company’s area rug division.
Giordano, formerly the senior trend specialist-Global Trend and Design for Lifetime Brands Inc, will be reporting to Mark Ferullo, Vice President of the Area Rug Division. In her new position, Giordano, a 20-year veteran whose career includes positions as a buyer and director of product development in both the home décor and floor covering industries, will be responsible for…
Elmira Stove Works Celebrates Canada’s 150th Birthday with Contest
On July 05, 2017, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
In celebration of Canada’s 150th birthday, Elmira is partnering with craft brewers across the country to encourage Canadians to “Drink Real Canadian Beer from a Real Canadian Fridge.”
To support this effort, the company is holding a Real Canadian Story Competition. From Canada Day (July 1st) through Monday, October 9th, consumers are encouraged to submit their “Real Canadian Story” to Elmira. The person who submits the best story will be awarded a special edition 18 cubic foot “CANADA 150” Northstar fridge, complete with draft system and “Proudly Made in Canada” slogan.
Stories will be judged based on:
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Elements by CASTELLE, All New Mixed Media Line to Launch at The 2017 Casual Preview Market
On July 05, 2017, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
FT LAUDERDALE, FL - An all new casual furniture line from the award-winning furnishings manufacturer CASTELLE will launch during the July Casual Preview Market in Chicago. Elements by CASTELLE will debut in the CASTELLE Merchandise Mart showroom featuring fifteen mid-range outdoor furniture collections. Although being introduced as a part of the luxury cast aluminum manufacturer’s stable of brands, Elements by CASTELLE will offer mixed media including all-weather wicker, wood, aluminum and other metals. The focus of Elements by Castelle will be retailers looking to offer multi-range priced outdoor furnishings to their consumers.
“Through the use of the design, sales and…
OW Lee Introduces New Flex Comfort Technology
On July 04, 2017, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
ONTARIO, CA - OW Lee, a manufacturer of high-end outdoor furniture, fire pits, and accessories located in Ontario, Calif., announced today the introduction of their new Flex ComfortTM seating system. This new technology will be available on the new Pacifica collection for the 2017/18 season.
Flex ComfortTM is a knitted UV-enhanced polypropylene and elastic co-polymer fabric which offers the ease of maintenance as a sling product but with more conforming flex for supreme comfort. The UV enhanced polypropylene yarns have more than 15 years of demonstrated field performance and the chemistry in the thermoplastic elastomer provides excellent recovery and…
2017 Apollo Award Finalist Named
On July 04, 2017, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
HIGH POINT, N.C. – The International Casual Furnishings Association announces the finalists for the 2017 Apollo Awards. The program recognizes retail excellence in the sales and marketing of outdoor furnishings.
Finalists must demonstrate outstanding accomplishments plus a commitment to customer service and dedication to professional development for their staff. The finalist is recognized as an exceptional dealer in their trading area and a model for others within the industry, as well as characterized by innovative marketing and merchandising strategies.
The ICFA membership will vote via an online ballot for a winner in each of two categories later this summer. Finalists…
Palazzo Patterns Collection from Twitchell
On June 30, 2017, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
Twitchell’s™ Palazzo Patterns Collection takes a fresh look at texture and color within Textilene® stock. Stripes of all sizes and a variety of weave patterns embrace the contemporary without becoming too ornate. Grass greens, raspberry reds and sea blues combine to give designers new options to create a textured landscape. Perfect for slings, umbrellas, cushions, and more (let your imagination run wild) our durable Textilene® fabric in these new patterns will open doors to modern decorating.
