News from the Las Vegas Market
Michael Payne unveils soft good line for SIScovers
Jenny Heinzen York -- Home Accents Today, 2/9/2009 7:13:00 AM
Michael Payne unveils soft good line for SIScovers
Michael Payne, host and interior designer of HGTV’s ‘Designing for the Sexes’, has partnered with bedding and accent pillow source SIScovers. The new licensed Michael Payne Home Collection is making its debut with a collection of edgy metallic top of bed ensembles.
“The opportunity to partner with Michael Payne feels like it was meant to be,” said Shari Hammer, president. “His passion for home and the products we’ve developed together have filled me with inspiration, motivation and have pushed my creativity to the limit.”
SIScovers will officially unveil the Michael Payne Collection on Tuesday, Feb. 10 from 4-6 p.m. in Building B, space 1018. Michael Payne will be available at the event to speak with retailers and designers about their goals and how the collection can impact their client base.
“I am delighted to have a relationship with this young, vibrant, creative force in the bedding industry,” said Payne. “With the current trend towards contemporary design, there is a demand for dynamic new products to satisfy the needs of consumers who want to complete their bedrooms with exciting and exceptional bedding ensembles. My partnership with SIScovers will provide stunning fabrics and unique designs that carry any contemporary bedroom well into the 21st century.”
Imax celebrating 25th anniversary
Imax Corporation is marking its 25th year in business in 2009.
The company was founded in 1984 by Al and Faye Bulak as a small, home business selling copper flower containers.
“We must create value for our customers by providing great products, good prices, quick shipping and unmatched customer service in a timely manner. Our focus has been and always will be on creating sales and value for our customers,” Al Bulak said.
The Imax line now includes more than 3,000 active SKUs displayed in showrooms in Tulsa, Las Vegas, Atlanta, Dallas, High Point and Chicago, along with international market presence in China and Germany.
Imax is hosting a birthday celebration today at 3 p.m. in its showroom WMC A-429.
New Century Picture moves to expanded showroom, celebrates 25 years
New Century Picture Corporation, designers and manufacturers of wall decor, has relocated its Las Vegas gallery to the first floor of building A in the World Market Center.
The new showroom and gallery, located at WMC A-124 represents nearly a two-fold expansion to 5,000 square feet over its previous Building B location.
The move in Las Vegas commemorates the beginning of a yearlong celebration of New Century Picture’s 25th anniversary.
Shine Home debuting at World Market Center
Shine Home is making its Las Vegas debut this week. The exhibit is located on the second floor of the World Market Center Las Vegas Building B in the juried Design & Living showcase, Booth B-251U.
“We are very excited to be participating at Las Vegas Market,” said Russ Ortiz, Shine Home's CEO and principal. “With Las Vegas becoming a growing beacon of high design and Shine Home continuing to lead as a fresh and exciting design driven brand it is only natural that we partner together.”
Classy Art Wholesalers showing in Las Vegas
Classy Art Wholesalers is exhibiting this week in Building C, suite1489, inside the Crown Mark showroom.
The showroom originally was in A-626 and has been moved to C-1489, increasing in size to a 27,000 square feet.
Trend Spotting at Las Vegas Market --You're Invited
This interactive webcast featuring Amy Lau, Barclay Butera and Joe Nye will be great for designers and media covering home furnishings and decor. The designers will preview the hottest trends coming off of Las Vegas showroom floor. Even if you can't watch live, you can still access the archive and watch at your convenience. When: Wednesday, February 11, 8:30-9:30 a.m. PST Where: http://www.videonewswire.com/event.asp?id=55266 How: Live over the Internet -- Simply log on to the web at the address above



























