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Friday March 19th 2010
New York International Carpet Show 12-14 September 2010
There are orders in the chaos at Woven Legends' stand at NYICS
When he visited the Winter National Oriental Rug Show in Atlanta, Dennis Dodds, owner of NYICS, saw some exciting new products, programs, collections, designs and concepts that are sure to grab the buyer’s attention in the marketplace. “It was uplifting. Kudos to those who are charging ahead with creative ideas. In this economy, it will take these fresh approaches to motivate buyers to spend money.”
Dodds believes that the 6th New York International Carpet Show, held in the middle of Manhattan during New York Market Week in September, will be a showcase for launching new designs and where leading carpetmakers can promote their brands to a high end clientele.
Announcing the dates, Sunday, 12 September through Tuesday, 14 September, he says the New York events are perfectly timed for the all-important fourth quarter. For the convenience of out of town and international buyers, NYICS opens on Sunday in order to get cheaper weekend air and hotel rates.
The 2009 show was held in the home furnishings trade center at 7 West 34th Street, across the street from the iconic Empire State Building at 5th Avenue in the middle of Manhattan and two blocks from the traditional Carpet District. “It’s a good fit,” according to Dodds. NYICS is now cross marketed to buyers attending the Architectural Digest Designer Show, the NY Home Furnishings and Textiles Show, as well as High Point and the Merchandise Mart in Chicago.
One of the show’s unique features is the popular Designer Day Lunch and Panel Discussion, sponsored by 7 West. This event draws retailers and design showroom buyers, along with influential interior designers and architects.
From his background in architecture, Dennis Dodds believes that reliable suppliers of high-end handmade designer-quality goods need more interaction with interior designers and specifying architects for their upscale hospitality, commercial and residential projects. “This is a huge financial opportunity for leading carpetmakers”, he says.
Location and more information: NYICS, 7 West 34th Street, New York
Source: NYICS press release
Karma exhibitor Anthony Hazledine
In June 2010 Anthony Hazledine will leave his newly opened gallery in the Cotswolds and head for London to exhibit at KARMA which will be having its third outing this June. Among the pieces he will be showing are an unusual Balouch prayer rug, a Saryk ensi recently found in a local cottage and a charming fragment of textile designed by William Morris.
Balouch prayer rug
Saryk ensi
Textile fragment designed by William Morris
Kensington Antique Rug Mercantile Association will take place 4-7 June 2010 at 202 Kensington Church Street, London.
Domotex Middle East 10-12 May in Dubai
The 5th Domotex Middle East will be held from 10 to 12 May 2010 in the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. Domotex Middle East is an international trade fair for hand made and machine made carpets and floor coverings.
Location and more information: Domotex Middle East, Dubai International Convention, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Domotex Miidle East 2008 - Deutsche Messe archive photo
Specialized Exhibition of Persian Handmade Carpet – Kish Island
A specialized exhibtion of handmade carpets will be held at Kish Island, Iran, 27-30 April 2010.
Kish Island is a free zone and foreign visitors do not need visa. Participating carpet producers and dealers will come from all over Iran.
Location and more information: Kish Trade Promotion Centre, Kish Island, Iran
Karma 4-7 June 2010
Rupert Smith - archive photo Karma 2009
This years’ Kensington Antique Rug Mercantile Association will take place 4-7 June 2010 at 202 Kensington Church Street, London. Opening hours will be from 11 am to 9 pm.
The exhibiting dealers include Hans Homm, James Cohen, Chuck Patterson, Clive Rogers, Tony Hazledine, Sam Coad, Owen Parry, Alberto Levi, Thomas Wild, Michael Craycraft and Rupert Smith.
Timetable of Events:
Friday 4 June: Dealers Rows, 11am – 6pm & 8 – 9pm. Lecture & Exhibits – Persian Flatweaves, 7 – 8pm by Alberto Levi.
Saturday 5 June: Dealers Rows, 11am – 6pm & 8 – 9pm. Lecture – Jaf Bags, 7 – 8pm by James Cohen.
Sunday 6 June: Dealers Rows, 11am – 6pm & 8 – 9pm. Lecture & Exhibits – Paintings with Oriental Carpets, 7 – 8pm by Sarah Haberkern.
Monday 7 June: Dealers Rows, 11am – 6pm & 8 – 9pm. Lecture – Avar Kilims, 7 – 8pm by Chuck Paterson.
Location and more information Karma, 202 Kensington Church Street, London.
