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Tuesday, June 16
10 a.m.
Pollack CEU – Textiles 101 Presentation sponsored by Donghia (2hr)
Design House Conference Room, Concourse - Level
Textiles 101 presents designers with the opportunity to learn about the textile process, enabling them to make the best textile choices for their installations. The course familiarizes participants with animal, plant and synthetic fibers. It covers yard production and types as well as a variety of dye processes. Detailed information and fabrics is presented, including basic weave constructions and special techniques. Fabric characteristics and application guidelines are also discussed. Hundreds of illustrations and physical examples of fibers, yarns, textiles and installations are incorporated into the course. Each participant receives an illustrated glossary of textile terms. Course # 5590Presenter: Rachel Doriss, Vice President Associate Design Director, POLLACK Time: 2 hours (75 minute lecture/slide show, 20 minute Q&A, 25 minute examination of fiber, yarn and textile exhibition)
12:30 p.m.
One-of-a-Kind Design Presentation and Lunch (must R.S.V.P.)
Niermann Weeks, Suite 701
Each project is unique and specific design requirements call for creativity and custom solutions to meet your clients' needs. Please join Niermann Weeks for a presentation on the process of developing and executing custom lighting and furniture designs. We will show a variety of model drawings and finished samples from our archives to illustrate the step by step development of custom pieces. Also, we will demonstrate some of the beading and finishing techniques used on Niermann Weeks products. We encourage you to bring specific questions and ideas about your unique designs and projects for discussion.1 p.m.
How to Get Published
Fabricut, Suite 221
How to Get Published: Editor of Chesapeake Home, Dennis Hockman, will join us to reveal tips on getting published. Stop by to hear his inside look at how you can take your career to the next level by being featured in a local or national publication.1:30 p.m.
Emily Ferretti from China Seas
J. Lambeth, Suite 117
Emily Ferretti from China Seas will tell you how this intriguing line was developed, produced and is used today. Customization available. A China Seas large tote bag will be given away.2 p.m.
Building Your Team
J. Lambeth, Suite 117
Hall of Fame Designer Frank Babb Randolph will discuss how he built the trade team that he relies on to execute his vision and bring his projects to life. Babb Randolph will also touch on client relations and project control. Learn from a master!R.S.V.P. for all workshops to Alexander Guffin at aguffin@mmart.com or 202.646.6101
