News, color trends and introductions in outdoor, weather resistant fabrics. en-us http://www.casualliving.com/community/Fabrics/47515.html?nid=3872 2009 Reed Business Information. Subject to its Terms of Use. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 12:02:12 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6687204.html?nid=3872 If there is one place retailers and manufacturers should consider investing money right now, it's in the replacement cushion business. The category is one of the few in the casual furniture market in which manufacturers are reporting sales gains. Casual furniture maker Outdoor Lifestyle has received a surge of orders for its own replacement cushions, vice president Kathy Haney said. Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6675508.html?nid=3872 Twitchell Corporation recently recognized several employees who had reached significant milestones in their careers. Sat, 08 Aug 2009 14:09:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6674200.html?nid=3872 Internationally acclaimed furniture designer Richard Frinier recently introduced three new collections of Sunbrella furniture fabrics, with plans in place to present his new designs to the broader casual furniture industry in the coming months. Inspired by the tropical island resort lifestyle, the designs reflect Frinier’s perspective on seaside living. Mon, 03 Aug 2009 06:09:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6674191.html?nid=3872 Twitchell Corporation recently completed a revamp of its Web site www.twitchellcorp.com and it is now live. Mon, 03 Aug 2009 06:00:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6674195.html?nid=3872 Palm Springs Rattan & Garden Classics will double its exhibition space to accommodate its nine new collections at the upcoming Orlando Furniture & Accessory Show, which draws dealers from New Jersey south and many of the islands. Mon, 03 Aug 2009 06:00:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6673055.html?nid=3872 Recover with Color was the theme as Windward Design Group previewed its 2010 furniture collections and fabrics. Windward hosted dealers, interior designers and sales reps at a June 11 premarket event, held poolside at the Hyatt Place in Sarasota, Fla. Sun, 26 Jul 2009 14:05:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6673053.html?nid=3872 Sunbrella fabrics added shade, comfort and color to New York City last week as a national sponsor of the House Beautiful Kitchen of the Year. Fri, 24 Jul 2009 14:01:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6670625.html?nid=3872 Phifer has added an innovative PocketWeave fabric collection, woven with the illusion of varied density. Mon, 13 Jul 2009 11:43:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6667900.html?nid=3872 Laurie Jenkins, founder of Laurie Bell Fashion Accessories, has launched Laurie Bell Fabrics, a company inspired by fashion and consumers’ demand for customized lifestyle designs that work with today’s style-focused exteriors. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 07:54:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6660531.html?nid=3872 There is not much that remains untouched by the heavy foot of a down economy, and trend forecasters are in agreement the downturn will be one of the key influences on color palettes for 2010. The four palettes for the 2010 forecast examine coping methods for weathering the economic storm. The first focuses on playing it safe, which translates into a palette dominated by neutrals. Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6659072.html?nid=3872 Given the Victor Group’s reputation for high quality textiles and its recent acquisition of the Craftex brand, anticipation is building for the debut of Craftex by Victor at next month’s Showtime fabric fair in High Point, N.C. Mon, 18 May 2009 12:08:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6655257.html?nid=3872 For a second year, Glen Raven Custom Fabrics and Somfy Systems are continuing their sponsorship of the Outdoor Spaces program, a nationwide effort that is educating consumers on the benefits of awnings. “The first year of the program proved very successful in providing valuable consumer information,” said Doug Dubay, awning market manager for Glen Raven Custom Fabrics. Fri, 01 May 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6652668.html?nid=3872 Outdoor lifestyle furniture manufacturer Summer Classics began shipping a new cushion formula in mid-March. Mon, 20 Apr 2009 09:18:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6650857.html?nid=3872 For a second year, Glen Raven Custom Fabrics and Somfy Systems are continuing their sponsorship of the Outdoor Spaces program, a nationwide effort that is educating consumers on the benefits of awnings. Mon, 13 Apr 2009 10:10:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6650814.html?nid=3872 Designer Laurie Jenkins, who became known as an outdoor products trend expert as the founder and namesake of Laurie Bell Fabrics, makes her latest foray into outdoor decor with the introduction of outdoor performance rugs. Laurie Bell Rugs will incorporate the highest standards for durability with fashionable original designs. Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:00:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6649133.html?nid=3872 The International Textile Market Association, producer of the Showtime fabric trade event held each June and December in High Point, N.C., has joined forces with the High Point Design Center to debut the Market Square Textile Sample Sale Room, which allows year-round sales of its members’ products to the design trade, including fabric, leather and trimming. Fri, 03 Apr 2009 09:00:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6645889.html?nid=3872 Vicar International has introduced Sun & Sea, a 15-ounce/square yard vinyl laminate, 62” wide and offered in 15 assorted colors. Mon, 23 Mar 2009 11:26:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6641297.html?nid=3872 Retailers and manufacturers in the casual furniture industry recognize the 2009 season brings challenges, but are adapting to survive and thrive once the global economy rebounds. When that will happen is anybody’s guess. Tue, 03 Mar 2009 09:55:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6639382.html?nid=3872 When the Chicago History Museum decided to sponsor a fashion design competition built around the Chic Chicago exhibition of couture garments, they turned to Brentano to provide the fabrics. Mon, 23 Feb 2009 13:43:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6637757.html?nid=3872 Silver State welcomes 2009 with Country Living, a fresh Sunbrella collection inspired by pages of the consumer magazine. This new fabric offering represents a casual style reflective of comfort and life’s simple pleasures. Mon, 16 Feb 2009 08:48:00 PST