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HFN Named ICON Honors National Media Sponsor

HFN Named ICON Honors National Media Sponsor...

HFN will serve as national media partner for the 2010 ICON Honors in an alliance bringing the trade magazine together with the Gift & Home Trade Association (GHTA) and AmericasMart Atlanta to create and produce the inaugural ICON program, which celebrates innovation across the home and gift industry spectrum.  As the national media partner, HFN will affirm and champion ICON Honors among domestic and international...
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March Markets Approaching

March Markets Approaching...

Building on the momentum, buying power and customer partnerships that propelled its successful January Markets, AmericasMart is poised for its next showcase: The Atlanta Spring Gift, Home Furnishings & Holiday Market and Atlanta International Fine Linen & Home Textiles Market. Set for March 20-22, 2010, this two-in-one Market destination will offer rich product, abundant resources and fresh educational opportunities.  The...
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Happy Market Wednesday!

Happy Market Wednesday!...

It’s Market Wednesday, and that means the floors are buzzing. Many showrooms in Buildings 1 and 2 offer specials; in some cases, you just need to ask the showroom manager if they have any deals. Lowered minimums, free or discounted freight, floor samples for sale, Designer discounts, gifts with purchase, all kinds of great opportunities! Check out a list at bit.ly/9qp9Hq. It’s a post-January/pre-March buying opportunity....
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Guest Blogger Brooke Giannetti Talks about Her AmericasMart Discovery

Guest Blogger Brooke Giannetti Talks about Her Ame...

When I opened my store last year I never thought that I would be visiting Atlanta to find home furnishing resources. I asked myself “What could AmericasMart possibly have that I couldn’t find here in Los Angeles?” The answer to that question turned out to be “A lot!” Here are my top 10 things that I discovered/enjoyed during my latest trip to AmericasMart: 1. Blue Ocean Traders Blue Ocean...
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We have a NEW Website!

We have a NEW Website!...

We’ve launched a new website specifically for you! You will find a fresh and advanced site to easily find answers to all of your Market questions. We have buyer and exhibitor info, general facts and a look at what it is like to experience Market. Here, you’ll be able to view video, pictures and details of the Market—Discover everything we are and everything we have! Click here to check it out now! Share and Enjoy:
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Robust Buying at Market, Positive Outlook for 2010 from buyers, exhibitors

Robust Buying at Market, Positive Outlook for 2010...

With its successful eight-day Market run—the first Market of 2010—AmericasMart is looking forward to what this year is to bring. Market started last Wednesday with retailers from around the world entering to thousands of new introductions and product debuts. Traffic continued to pick up through the weekend and the buying continued to be strong. Now, with Market coming to a close, buyers and exhibitors are ending...
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Upbeat and Positive Vibe

Upbeat and Positive Vibe...

So much has happened during January Market! Celebrated designers Thom Filicia, Kathryn Ireland and Brad Ford presented creative ideas on myriad aspects of the business from home to tabletop to making the most of your online presence. Virginia Willis, Shaun Doty, Tyler Florence and Alton Brown cooked up all kinds of excitement in the demonstration kitchen. John Grady Burns offered great Gardens ideas. Erik Qualman taught...
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Stars are Shining

Stars are Shining...

The stars are out at AmericasMart in January. Several fan favorites were in Atlanta to meet buyers and help promote favorite products. Giftcraft (Bldg. 2, 1521) partnered with Marie Osmond for a new line of giftware and tabletop products Jane Seymour debuted her Holiday line with Winward International (Bldg. 1, 17-E-18). And screen legend Tony Curtis joined buyers in Enesco (Bldg. 2, 1616) to showcase the new  collectibles...
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Brad Ford Delivers Blogging Inspiration

Brad Ford Delivers Blogging Inspiration...

Celebrated interior designer Brad Ford shared his experience delving into the world of social media as a source of inspiration, leading to the wildly popular blog DesignTherapy.com. Blogs are about sharing information but building relationships is just as important. That requires communication and interaction. He offered valuable insight into why designers blog as well as some basic advice on what’s worked for him....
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Texture and Color Abound

Texture and Color Abound...

January Market is well under way, and things already are buzzing. There’s an enormous range of looks on the floors, but a couple of things stand out on the first day. Lots of texture and bold graphics for Home. Perhaps people want even more interesting home accents and are looking for statement pieces? There are many options for both visual and tactile interest. Look for pieces that incorporate a bold, oversized...
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