Run Ivy, Run!
Ivy Berman is currently competing at short distances, 800 meters, 1 mile, 5K. “In running I strive to improve my times and support my team mates. I’m considered to be All American and National Class and age competitive. It’s about… Read more.August 7, 2017
Richard Oussoren, Pieter van Acker Purchase Acker Mill
GEMERT, The Netherlands—The acquisition of Johann van den acker by the principal of Raymakers and a sixth generation member of the van den Acker family may lead to coordinated velvet and flat weave collections for the two companies according… Read more.August 7, 2017
Indian Furnishing Markets Continue to be Subdued in 2017, Though Hopes Aspire for a Better Time Ahead
BANGALORE, India — India Indian furnishing markets already subdued from last 18 months, the trade and suppliers wait and aspire for a better time are ahead. Since mid-2015 the oversupply situation has not improved but has worsened in the year… Read more.August 7, 2017
Penelope’s Tasman Picks Passion Over Money; Boutique Mill Holds its Own in Upholstery World
COMO, Italy — “There are more successful companies than Penelope if the criteria for business is only how much money you generate but our goal was to create a company that is long lasting as opposed to a short term success,” says Murat… Read more.August 7, 2017
RICHARD LIM JOINS ROCKLAND INDUSTRIES
Baltimore, Maryland--Rockland Industries, Inc. has appointed Richard Lim, principal of Fabs & Fabs representing Rockland in China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos. Rockland is the producer of Roc-lon® branded residential… Read more.July 31, 2017
Pelusio Joins Richloom Hospitality
NEW YORK--Lauren Somers Pelusio has joined Richloom Contract as Creative Director Hospitality Fabrics reporting to John Ringer; VP of Corporate Sales. Pelusio previously worked at Duralee Fabrics for 15 years, where she created exclusive… Read more.July 24, 2017
Publisher’s Mom, Gertrude M. Schneider, 102
RIVERDALE, NY—Gertrude Milchman Schneider, almost 103, died peacefully at home in Riverdale, NY on Monday, June 26. She is the mother of the publisher of Fabrics & Furnishings International. Her involvement with political causes and… Read more.July 3, 2017