ITA MEMBER NEWS
NEW MEMBER Greentex America is an importer and distributor of indoor and outdoor fabrics, as well as ground bases for sublimation for fashion and decor. Greentex is a pioneering company working with advances in nanoscience to develop intelligent fabrics for outdoor with uses for Indoor. The company’s products are the result of their work of research and technology to ensure the quality of fabrics with numerous consumer benefits. With the demand for smart textiles on the rise, Greentex America has worked to develop innovative fabrics to meet their customers’ needs. Among their introductions at the upcoming ITA Showtime Market is the company’s new Ecoplen indoor/outdoor fabric, which boasts antiviral properties that make it more resistant to COVID-19 contamination. Greentex America’s booth is located at MS 517.
NEW MEMBER Tencel, one of the most recognized sustainable fiber brands in the home textiles market, makes fibers for home, interiors and upholstery that offer long-lasting softness. Tencel fibers can be used in carpet, upholstery and fill for furniture, as well as drapery. Additionally, Tencel fibers offer a solution for a more eco-friendly approach to home products and are designed for various applications. Tencel fibers are derived from renewable raw material wood sources and manufactured in an environmentally responsible process, and they are also biodegradable and compostable. They can also be blended with natural fibers like linen and cotton. The Tencel team can provide sourcing options and product development ideas for a more eco-friendly, sustainable product for various home applications (including sheeting, terry, bedding categories like top of bed and filled products).
NEW MEMBER NY Leather Inc. is a wholesaler of European and Asian leather hides for upholstery and leather goods. They work directly with tanners to bring quality hides at reasonable prices. During the November Showtime Market, NY Leather will bring buffalo and cow hides to their booth in MS 524.
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NEW MEMBER Combining market-tested mainstays
and high-concept leathers, Leather Miracles travels the globe to design and source the best styles to suit the furniture industry’s needs.Their primary customers are furniture manufacturers, with the goal to provide manufacturing solutions for their partners beyond just a beautiful cover selection. With more than 200 in-line patterns and an appetite for product development, Leather Miracles offers sustained partnership with a solution-based approach. This season, they offer a selection of buff-off articles that offer the bomber jacket look without the hard work. They also offer bold new hues of blue, green, and pink, as well as neutrals. Leather Miracles’ showroom is located in MST 324.
CARROLL LEATHER MOVES TO NEW SHOWROOM Carroll Leather, a global supplier of fine leather for the residential, contract, hospitality and design industries, has moved its showroom from 110 South Elm St to 201 West High Ave in High Point. The move stems from unprecedented growth in the last year and allows Carroll Leather to show its leathers in a newly renovated space. The new showroom is located directly beside the previous location and offers the same close contact with Showtime buyers.
REGAL LAUNCHES KINDRED SUSTAINABLE LINE Regal Fabrics recently introduced Kindred by Regal Fabrics, a new brand offering a selection of stylish, sustainable fabrics for a growing segment of ecoconscious consumers. Focused on lifestyle looks, the Kindred collection features fabrics made from natural fibers, high percentages of recycled material, or both. Aiming to meet customers at the intersection of style and sustainability, Kindred offers both physical comfort and peace of mind for the modern consumer.
