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Soft home sales at Big Lots hit an 8-year low
Source: Big Lots second quarter 10-Q filings 2023-2015 Columbus, Ohio – Big Lots’ soft home sales have been sliding since their 2020 peak. But to see how much ground the retailer has lost, you have to...
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DTC home textiles brand nabs Eco Excellence award for bedding
Delilah Home’s 100% organic hemp bedding is soft, breathable, durable and hypoallergenic. Charlotte, NC – GOTS-certified hemp bedding received top honors in this year’s Eco-Excellence Awards....
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No more Plain Janes here. Washable rugs are now equal parts pragmatic and posh
Once upon a time, not long ago, machine-washable rugs were akin to utility bath rugs. Solid colored, somewhat plush, non-skid backed. Simple. Today’s new breed has severed ties with their Plain Jane...
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See which home textiles imports have plummeted the hardest in 2023
Washington – Reflecting the general softness in the retail business, 4 key home textiles categories have seen import volumes tumble this year – but not at equal rates. Sales have fallen the hardest...
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Not selling ‘sleep essentials?’ These mattress retailers say it’s a missed...
High Point, N.C. — It wasn’t that long ago that most sleep retailers were strictly in the mattress-selling business. Consumers would come in shopping for a bed and foundation, and retail sales...
View ArticleWindow suppliers see light on the horizon
New York – As was the case for much of the home textiles industry, the window business was lousy in 2022 and not an easy ride for most of 2023. But suppliers say that’s begun to change in recent...
View ArticleKravet Inc. acquires Caroline Cecil Textiles
NEW YORK — Kravet Inc., a resource and industry leader for home furnishings, has acquired textile, pillow and wallpaper company, Caroline Cecil Textiles. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Founded...
View ArticleAre curtains the hot new thing for 2024? Yes, says major trend forecaster
New York – WGSN’s roster of this year’s top lifestyle trends includes whiz-bang stuff like AI design, cosmetics made from insects and the creation of new hybrid cuisines. But among the roster of 13...
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Keeco is here to stay, says CEO
New York – With sales beginning to pick up and new investment flowing in from private equity backer Centre Lane Partners, Keeco sees a number of opportunities for growth ahead. The largest home...
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They do what? Industry members work hard – and play hard, too
This special report first appeared in HTT’s Winter 2024 issue, which was published earlier this month. Work hard and play hard. Striking a balance in life is a good thing for everyone. Especially...
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