Heard at the Las Vegas Market
Vendors debut new spaces
Jenny Heinzen York -- Home Accents Today, 7/30/2008 8:39:00 AM
A slew of ribbon-cuttings marked the show Monday and Tuesday as vendors here showed off their new spaces.With the opening of Building C adding 2.1 million square feet, the entire market is in one place for the first time. More than 320 new exhibitors are calling Vegas home, and market officials said registration figures were up 35% from January.
The market got off to a busy start, and the only major complaint were the long lines at registration.
According to buyer Ronna Braselton of Interiors by Braselton, Corpus Christi, Texas, said Building C and its exhibitors were a big draw for her.
“This is my third time in Vegas – it’s a major market for me,” she said. “I started in Building C. I was very curious and excited because there are a lot of vendors I’ve wanted to see and they’re here finally -- linens especially and accessories.”
Gail Michel, a Retail Division Buyer for La-Z-Boy, said, “Building C is great – just a fun building. The more meandering the better.”
PTM Images unveils Walt Disney Collection
PTM Images debuted its new licensed Walt Disney Signature line here this week.
The interpretive collection uses imagery from various classic Disney films and original art from the Disney collections, and is not character-driven.
The line of wall decor coordinates with existing furniture and rug collections from the license. About 120 pieces debuted this week, with 500 more to come during the winter markets season.
PTM’s showroom is WMC-B 568.
Austin showcases Column B Collection
Austin has added more than 30 pieces to its Column B Collection this season.
This debut includes eclectic product from artists Joe Famulari and Tom Newbury and includes sculptural cardholders, decorative accessories and sculptures.
Column B was designed with sizes and price points geared toward gift customers, expanding Austin’s reach beyond its typical home furnishings buyers.
Austin’s showroom here is WMC-B 476.
Guildmaster expands Christi Proctor line
Guildmaster has added 20 new lamp designs from its licensed Christi Proctor line this market.
“Christi has a unique ability to combine a vast array of textures, styles, materials and colors in beautiful harmony,” said J. Michael Sandel, GuildMaster designer and vice president of product development. “Her Texas-sized heart, boundless energy and incredible creativity make the designs seem effortless, yet each lamp is truly a work of art.”
Proctor is an interior designer and original cast member of The Learning Channel’s Trading Spaces. Her new design themes include Coastal Retreat, Crossroads and The Woodlands.
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