Arcadia Galapagos is a classical, structured design featuring a lattice/floral motif in
tones of teal blue green, gold, russet red, yellow, pale blue and brown.
Wilmington, Delaware-based New Moon Rugs is preparing their newest and most popular designs of the season for the upcoming New York International Carpet Show (NYICS), September 12-14, in Booth #16. Look for new
colorations to existing designs plus never-before-seen rugs, fresh from the
artist's tablet with be showcased. Many of these new designs and colorations will soon
appear in the permanent collections.
Hakim Oriental Rugs Spices Up Rooms with Runway Inspiration
New York, NY - "Liven up your rooms this fall, with tints of autumnal reds, golden yellows, and chestnut browns. No, I don't mean painting your walls. I mean spicing up your floors with some middle eastern flavor," says Sam Hakim, CEO of Hakim Oriental Rugs.
On Sept. 1, Manhattan's Hakim Oriental Rugs, launched their "Fashionable Flooring" campaign, an initiative establishing a correlation between fashion trends and home interiors.
Each week the company will feature an oriental rug that pulls inspiration from runway couture. The initiative is designed to help rug buyers and sellers understand the true beauty behind the rugs on your floors.
In the Fall 2010 issue of RUG INSIDER magazine, we announced the launch of Robert Fritz Oriental Rugs Inc., under the direction of industry veteran, Bob Fritz. The wrong phone number was printed on page 36 of our RI Notebook section.
Please contact Bob at: (919) 932-3200. RI regrets the error. For the complete story, click the 'read more' link below.
Fall Market Week Buyers’ Guide to Land at Retailers This Week
MEREDITH, NH (Aug. 26, 2010)—The Official Buyers’ Guide for the Autumn Area Rug Market Week is in the mail and ready to hit retail stores around the country this week. For the first time, all three area rug trade fairs on the East Coast will be featured in this year’s Buyers’ Guide, including: Metro Market Week 7, ORICA Market Week and the New York Intl. Carpet Show (NYICS). With one all-inclusive catalog, retail buyers will have the most information about Fall Market Week earlier than ever, making it easy to plan an effective and comprehensive fall buying experience.
Inside the Market Week Official Buyers’ Guide, Market visitors will find detailed information about each show, including maps to vendors, transportation information, networking opportunities and critical contact information so that buyers attending the trio of shows in September won’t miss a beat.
From left to right: Mike Griffieth - Furniture Merchandising Director, Bona Griffieth - Visual Merchandising Coordinator, Jim Govola – Surya, Larry Klaben - President & CEO , Morris Home Furnishings)
Calhoun, GA based – Surya announced that Bona Griffieth, Accessory Buyer for Morris Home Furnishings of Dayton, Ohio is the winner of a new Apple iPad. Surya conducted the random drawing from its pool of registered market visitors after the completion of their Atlanta and Las Vegas summer shows. The Apple iPad is the latest and most innovative way to access the web, send email, listen to music, watch movies and more.
“We are always excited to offer special promotions and giveaways during
our seasonal markets”, said Satya Tiwari, President of Surya Inc. “The
success of our customers is the key to our company’s success, and we
want to insure that we equip our clients with the latest merchandise,
and in this case, the latest in technological gadgets. It’s fun for us,
and valuable to our customers.”
Color Trends for Carpets & Beyond: 7W New York® Designer Day
7 W New York® Designer Day: Design Trends Lecture Series
A trend presentation and discussion during the New York Intl. Carpet Show (NYICS) Sept. 13, 2010
Join Pantone's Laurie Pressman, Vice President – Fashion, Home and Interiors as she presents PantoneView Home + Interiors 2011 - Color Trends: The Catalysts That Create Change to kick off the conversation.
Color has the unique ability to attract and engage the eye, elicit emotion, enhance the product or environment and ultimately tempt the client. Color is the catalyst that can define a space and create the magic and the mood. Immerse yourself in the newest home furnishings color trends for 2011 and create the visual excitement you need to design that carpet, start a design concept or finish a project.
On Aug. 10, 2010 the country of Pakistan was overwhelmed by devastating floods caused from the annual monsoons. The floods began in the northwest part of the country and eventually travelled downstream into southern Pakistan, destroying everything in its path. Government officials stated that more than15.4 million people had been directly affected by the flood, with nearly a million homes damaged or destroyed; land along the Indus River is prime farmland, and nearly 80 percent of the flood victims are farmers who have lost crops, animals, and equipment.
In addition to the personal tragedy affecting so many in this region, the rug industry has been touched on countless levels as several of our manufacturers and weavers have lost their homes and sources of income, with little help in sight. As a company, Momeni will do its part by pledging to help these people.
Greenville, S.C. — 828 International Trading Co. announced their return to High Point Market this Fall. After an absence of several years, John Shepherd, 828’s president, made the decision to return to High Point with a temporary space in the Suites at Market Square.
“Over the past few years we’ve increased our focus on furniture retailers as a significant channel of distribution. With High Point Market being the largest furnishings industry trade show in the world, it made good strategic sense to realign ourselves with this market,” says Shepherd.
Long-Time Area Rug Exhibitor, Caravan, Reaffirms Commitment to AmericasMart
Caravan Rug has reaffirmed its commitment to Atlanta and the industry by renewing its multi-year lease at AmericasMart. After 15 years in Atlanta, Caravan has ensured its future success with the renewal of its 5,700 ft showroom on floor 4 in Building 1—the 20-floor destination for all Home products. The showroom has allowed Caravan to spotlight some of the world’s finest designs in the world’s largest collection of area rugs.
“For more than a decade AmericasMart has been a premier location for us and others in the industry,” says Mois Refoua, president of Caravan. “Our partnership with AmericasMart provides Caravan the dynamic environment we need to be successful and has served us well over the years. We are eager to continue this strong relationship and look forward to many more years of growth with AmericasMart.”
Wools of New Zealand Sponsors Wool for a Better World™ Month
This November, homeowners getting ready for the holiday season will have extra incentive to choose branded Wools of New Zealand carpet and rugs thanks to Wool for a Better World™, a four-win program designed to benefit consumers, Premier Partner retailers, wool carpet manufacturers and the Shear Joy organization.
Wools of New Zealand’s participating Mill Partners will offer Premier Partner retailers a minimum 10 percent off wholesale prices for the Wools of New Zealand brand products during the promotion, Nov. 1 through Nov. 30.
“Wool for a Better World goes far beyond a sale event,” explains Elise Demboski, Executive Director of North America for Wools of New Zealand. “It is an exciting way for us to spread the news about wool's beauty, health and safety benefits, while differentiating our showrooms that are committed to wool.”
Ebisons Dual Participation in Fall Market Week 2010
NYC-headquartered Ebisons Harounian Imports announced its dual participation in the upcoming Metro Market Week, Sept. 12-16, 2010 and the New York International Carpet Show (NYICS), Sept. 12-14.
The company recently announced a 'vertical move' within the building of their current headquarters at 44 East 32nd Street, effective Sept. 1, just in time for Market Week. They will host Metro Market Week visitors in their new 7th floor showrooms. During NYICS, see all that Ebisons has to offer on the 11th floor of 7 West 34th Street, booth number 14.
“The line-up for both Markets consists of several new introductions,
Modernity, Tribeca, Turbo and Vintage Oushak, all available for viewing
on www.ebisons.com,”
stated Michael Harounian, a principal in the rug importing firm.
Persian
Gallery New York is gearing up for its upcoming 40th anniversary
celebration with the debut of the New Arrivals section on its Web site:
www.pgny.com/new. Additions to PGNY’s always-expanding inventory are
viewable in the new section, including several important period
European tapestries, a pair of palace-sized antique Oushaks, and a
number of pristine antique Serapis. The site has been freshened for
fall, making it more eye-catching and user-friendly than ever. Check
out all the news at: www.pgny.com.
Anji Mountain Expands Jute Collection, Runs Fall Promotion
Anji Mountain recently expanded its Jute Rug Collection, which now comes in nine styles, some mixed with wool. A Fall 2010 Jute Promotion runs through Oct. 31 for all brick-and-mortar area rug retailers. Any orders placed for $1,500 or more will be discounted 20 percent. Retailers who buy one each of the nine styles in a 4x6 size at regular price will receive a free rug rack. For more information, call: (888) 344.5004. Visit: www.anjimountainbamboo.com.
J&D Launches Online Chat Live, Shows at Metro Market Week & NYICS
J&D Oriental has been busy. The company has launched a live, online
chat feature on its Web site, www.jdorientalrugs.com, where you can
chat directly with company principals about your carpet needs. It also
has launched a new section on the site called One-of-a-kind Repros,
featuring J&D’s entire collection of reproductions, which are
hand-selected piece by piece and include odd and rare sizes. That’s not
all.
The company will participate for the first time at Metro Market Week 7
and the NY Intl. Carpet Show, both in September. New customers who
visit will enjoy free outbound shipping on any selected merchandise.
While you’re there, ask about slashed prices on vintage Turkish pieces.
For more information, visit: www.jdorientalrugs.com.
The Creative Touch Gears Up for Fall Markets
New from the Zara and Sal Collections
The Creative Touch is energized for the upcoming September Fall Markets, presenting collections during ORICA Fall Market 2010, Sept. 13-16, showroom Suite 214-N, as well as the New York Intl. Carpet Show (NYICS) Sept. 12-14 at the 7W Design Center. Refreshments and cocktails will be offered daily during market. Market specials will also include discounts on shipping for certain volume purchases.
The Creative Touch collections are handmade, high-end antique reproductions, woven with hand-spun wool and vegetable dyes with designs representing antique creations from 17th to late 19th century masterpieces.
"Our main objective, that encompasses all our collections, is to create and produce a series of Anew Old Rugs, presenting the same pattern, color, size, and weaving facilities as the scarce rugs which can be found only in museums and with antique traders," said Baki Ildiz, company principal. "With our strong background in hand-made rugs and the special effort we place in our R&D department, we have become frontrunners in this specialized market. With the finishing and washing processes, every rug gains a special appeal, significance and value," adds Ildiz.
Restoration by Costikyan™ Offers Estate Rugs for Sale
Restoration by Costikyan™, a leading company in the care, restoration and cleaning of fine rugs and tapestries since 1886, announced it will offer a collection of fine antique estate carpets for sale. Principal Phillip Costikyan first formulated the idea when private clients approached him, needing to divest themselves of these carpets due to life circumstances. Having entrusted the care and cleaning of these valued carpets to Restoration by Costikyan for many years, they felt that the company was best positioned to find good homes for their treasures.
One particularly exquisite offering is a Motachem Kashan, 7”3” x 4’6”, a Kashan (shown left) of the highest standard of weave during the Qajar Dynasty by Motachem masters. This superbly conceived and executed rug features lustrous colors on a field of natural dyed brick red. An interpretation of a jungle scene amid flora and fauna reminiscent of the City of Kashan, this carpet is masterfully woven using the dyes associated with all Persian art. The main border on a midnight blue ground displays large flowers evenly interspersed with smaller blooms, attached to willowy branches, a profusion of perfect symmetry.
Calvin Klein Home Rugs Introduces “Loom Select Neutrals"
Pondicherry in granite and Overlay in nutmeg, by Calvin Klein Home Loom Select Neutrals
Calvin Klein Home Rugs will introduce “Loom Select Neutrals,” a new program featuring key new styles for Fall 2010. The new program includes five unique designs created exclusively for Calvin Klein Home by the brand’s licensee, Nourison.
The new “Calvin Klein Home Loom Select Neutrals” line is an offering of tonal, graphic abstracts in complimentary shades of taupe and grey. The rugs are power-loom woven from the finest New Zealand wool and are offered in sizes ranging from 2’x3’ to 10‘x14’.
New designs from Feizy: Folly Quilt and Cabo Dot Matrix
Feizy Rugs will celebrate the grand opening of their permanent New York showroom at the upcoming New York Home Fashions Market with the debut of “Escape,” the fourth lifestyle trend being added to the company’s Mystique theme.
Characterized as bold transitional and contemporary patterns with fresh, vibrant colors and a relaxed styling, pieces from Escape animate the settings into which they are placed. A large collection of area rugs, accent rugs, pillows, throws, quilts and bath rugs coordinate across a variety of constructions and styles.
cmi (Colonial Mills, Inc.), a leading manufacturer of a complete line of braided-texture area rugs and accessories, has launched three summer promotions offering great savings for dealers. Orders must be received by September 30, 2010 to benefit from the promotion. Net 30-day terms, FOB factory and no other discounts apply.
The “Basket O’ Braids” promotion is designed to encourage dealers to purchase cmi’s smaller-sized rugs and trivets. Specifically, dealers can buy cmi’s 18” x 18” x 12” utility basket in any standard collection, along with a total of seven assorted 22” x 34” braided rug ovals and rectangles or 100 assorted trivets, for only $99.00. Not only is cmi’s utility basket a perfect, inexpensive display option, it promotes a quick and easy impulse buy, takes up minimal floor space and is as inviting as what is displayed inside. The basket also allows for easy reordering as rugs can be reordered as needed with a five-day quick ship.
Santa Fe, NM -- Robin Gray principal of Robin Gray Design, announced her new showroom in Santa Fe’s Pacheco Park. In addition to the design trade, she welcomes to the new space retail clients
interested in enhancing their homes with original
custom carpets.
“After several years in a historic adobe home, my new space with its high ceilings and abundant natural light offers a refreshing opportunity to see the subtle colors and textures of the rugs,” Gray stated.
Momeni is ready for the upcoming Metro Market Week, Sept. 12-16, 2010, with a fresh selection of beautiful one-of-kind pieces including Hamadans, Kazaks, Peshawars and Indian hard-twist, as well as their newest programmed introductions. Breakfast and lunch will be served daily with convenient, complimentary transportation provided between the company's headquarters located at 60 Broad Street, Carlstadt, NJ and the ORICA building in Secaucus, NJ.
After an almost two year absence, Momeni announced they have decided to return to High Point with a permanent showroom set to open at the upcoming fall market. The new space, located in the Green Wing of the International Home Furnishings Center (IHFC), is approximately 2000 sq/ft and situated in an active hallway of this newly reconfigured section.
Michael Harounian a principal in the rug importing firm of Ebisons Harounian Imports announced the relocation of their headquarters in New York City. The telephone, fax and toll free customer service numbers will remain the same.
“In order to continue providing our retailers with great variety of our exclusive program and one-of-a-kind goods at affordable prices we have decided to combine our showrooms and warehouses at our original location,” Harounian stated. “The same address, six stories higher, with greater accessibility and same day shipping service,” he added.
It is one of the most traditional methods of printing textiles in India. The art of Tie-Dye, said to originate in the Jaipur City of Rajasthan, uses a variety of patterns, with each motif having its own significance. Amer Rugs has just introduced its first-ever Tie and Dye Collection of rugs, which feature this traditional, hand-dyeing process.
It all begins with white wool, which is loomed by hand into a flat rug. Next, sections of the rugs are tightly bound with thread to resist the dye solution, creating unique, variegated patterns. Like all tie-dye products, no two rugs will be exactly alike. The rugs feature colorfast synthetic dyes so colors won’t fade or bleed. Rugs come in six standard colors and two sizes, 5x8 and 8x10. Custom colors and sizes are available with a two-month turnaround. The Tie and Dye Collection suits modern and traditional settings. For more information, visit: www.amerrug.com.
Linon Home Décor Las Vegas Market Intros
Linon will be showing in two locations at the World Market Center in Las Vegas. Look for all new introductions and stocking programs at their Linon Home Décor Products showroom: Building C, 12th Floor, Space C-1288. Stocking programs will also be featured at the Powell Furniture showroom: Building A, 7th Floor, Space A-717.
Linon’s Area Rug Division will be unveiling several New Stocking Collections including the Trio Traditional Collection with 10 new traditional designs. Unlike the Trio contemporary and transitional rugs which are made in China of poly acrylic, the Trio Traditional rugs are 100% New Wool hand tufted in India.
New York, NY - "Liven up your rooms this fall, with tints of autumnal reds, golden yellows, and chestnut browns. No, I don't mean painting your walls. I mean spicing up your floors with some middle eastern flavor," says Sam Hakim, CEO of Hakim Oriental Rugs.
In the Fall 2010 issue of RUG INSIDER magazine, we announced the launch of Robert Fritz Oriental Rugs Inc., under the direction of industry veteran, Bob Fritz. The wrong phone number was printed on page 36 of our RI Notebook section. 
MEREDITH, NH (Aug. 26, 2010)—The Official Buyers’ Guide for the Autumn Area Rug Market Week is in the mail and ready to hit retail stores around the country this week. For the first time, all three area rug trade fairs on the East Coast will be featured in this year’s Buyers’ Guide, including: Metro Market Week 7, ORICA Market Week and the New York Intl. Carpet Show (NYICS). With one all-inclusive catalog, retail buyers will have the most information about Fall Market Week earlier than ever, making it easy to plan an effective and comprehensive fall buying experience.
Join Pantone's Laurie Pressman, Vice President – Fashion, Home and Interiors as she presents PantoneView Home + Interiors 2011 - Color Trends: The Catalysts That Create Change to kick off the conversation.
Greenville, S.C. — 828 International Trading Co. announced their return to High Point Market this Fall. After an absence of several years, John Shepherd, 828’s president, made the decision to return to High Point with a temporary space in the Suites at Market Square.
Caravan Rug has reaffirmed its commitment to Atlanta and the industry by renewing its multi-year lease at AmericasMart. After 15 years in Atlanta, Caravan has ensured its future success with the renewal of its 5,700 ft showroom on floor 4 in Building 1—the 20-floor destination for all Home products. The showroom has allowed Caravan to spotlight some of the world’s finest designs in the world’s largest collection of area rugs.
This November, homeowners getting ready for the holiday season will have extra incentive to choose branded Wools of New Zealand carpet and rugs thanks to Wool for a Better World™, a four-win program designed to benefit consumers, Premier Partner retailers, wool carpet manufacturers and the Shear Joy organization.
NYC-headquartered Ebisons Harounian Imports announced its dual participation in the upcoming Metro Market Week, Sept. 12-16, 2010 and the New York International Carpet Show (NYICS), Sept. 12-14.
Persian
Gallery New York is gearing up for its upcoming 40th anniversary
celebration with the debut of the New Arrivals section on its Web site:
www.pgny.com/new. Additions to PGNY’s always-expanding inventory are
viewable in the new section, including several important period
European tapestries, a pair of palace-sized antique Oushaks, and a
number of pristine antique Serapis. The site has been freshened for
fall, making it more eye-catching and user-friendly than ever. Check
out all the news at: 
J&D Oriental has been busy. The company has launched a live, online
chat 
feature on its Web site, www.jdorientalrugs.com, where you can
chat directly with company principals about your carpet needs. It also
has launched a new section on the site called One-of-a-kind Repros,
featuring J&D’s entire collection of reproductions, which are
hand-selected piece by piece and include odd and rare sizes. That’s not
all.
Restoration by Costikyan™, a leading company in the care, restoration and cleaning of fine rugs and tapestries since 1886, announced it will offer a collection of fine antique estate carpets for sale. Principal Phillip Costikyan first formulated the idea when private clients approached him, needing to divest themselves of these carpets due to life circumstances. Having entrusted the care and cleaning of these valued carpets to Restoration by Costikyan for many years, they felt that the company was best positioned to find good homes for their treasures.
cmi (Colonial Mills, Inc.), a leading manufacturer of a complete line of braided-texture area rugs and accessories, has launched three summer promotions offering great savings for dealers. Orders must be received by September 30, 2010 to benefit from the promotion. Net 30-day terms, FOB factory and no other discounts apply.
Santa Fe, NM -- Robin Gray principal of Robin Gray Design, announced her new showroom in Santa Fe’s Pacheco Park. In addition to the design trade, she welcomes to the new space retail clients
interested in enhancing their homes with original
custom carpets.
Momeni is ready for the upcoming Metro Market Week, Sept. 12-16, 2010, with a fresh selection of beautiful one-of-kind pieces including Hamadans, Kazaks, Peshawars and Indian hard-twist, as well as their newest programmed introductions. Breakfast and lunch will be served daily with convenient, complimentary transportation provided between the company's headquarters located at 60 Broad Street, Carlstadt, NJ and the ORICA building in Secaucus, NJ.
It is one of the most traditional methods of printing textiles in India. The art of Tie-Dye, said to originate in the Jaipur City of Rajasthan, uses a variety of patterns, with each motif having its own significance. Amer Rugs has just introduced its first-ever Tie and Dye Collection of rugs, which feature this traditional, hand-dyeing process.
