Tuesday, October 18

11 AM-12 PM 5th Floor Conference Room
THE DO’S AND DON’TS OF DESIGNING YOUR OWN LINE

You've got great ideas for designing a furnishings collection - so where do you start? Before you put pen to paper, learn the practical, legal and aesthetic factors that go into creating a branded collection. A panel of design experts will share their expertise and answer your questions.

Presented by (left to right):
Jamie Drake, Principal and Founder, Drake Design Associates
David Herchik, President, JDS Designs Inc.
Jobi Blachy, President, Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman
Kate Verner, product licensing expert, KV Design

The panel will be moderated by Kate Premo, Director of Strategic Marketing for Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman

12:30-2 PM Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman, Suite 601
Luncheon in Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman’s new, expanded showroom
RSVP kpremo@ef-lm.com

1-2 PM Duralee Fabrics, Suite 317
Interior Designer Phillip Gorrivan, who has an extensive background in art, antiques, and business, will talk about his design style, where he draws his inspiration, and his new fabric line for Highland Court.
RSVP astoddard@duralee.com

2-3 PM J. Lambeth, Suite 117
Meet our entrepreneurs who have designed their own textile lines: Lucy Rose, Camilla David and Pintura Studio's Chris Isles and Ed Rollins. See new collections and get their tips on designing your own fabric line.
RSVP tonia@jlambeth.com

All programs are free to industry professionals. Space is limited.
Please register online by clicking here or by calling 202.646.6100.
All lectures take place at The Washington Design Center in the conference room, located at:
300 D Street, SW
Washington, DC 20024
5th Floor
www.dcdesigncenter.com