Cross your fingers, knock wood and all those "don't jinx it" things! We are seeing all kinds of things that indicate that the worst is OVER! My daughter got a job, Jody's son is getting interviews, other job seekers are actually finding job listings to apply for! Traffic at the ADC is up and designers seem to be working harder than they have in months. Say a prayer, raise a glass and thank the universe---and hope this trend continues. In preparation for spring CDT is ordering lots of accessories and accent furniture. Our new Robert Allen Madison Sectional is due any time, so one day soon we will be remerchandising the showroom.
For those of you who attended the Deborah Flate seminars, we have arranged one additional class like you requested! This will focus on Blogging, Facebook, Linked in and Twitter. Prior class attendees have priority on seating, but others are welcome as space permits. We will average the individual class and package price, and charge $40.
See details at right. SPACE IS LIMITED-- RSVP right away.
One day a week or so ago, I noticed that it was still light when I left CDT at 5:30. I always love that moment, when you realize that Spring is coming fast and another Chicago winter will soon be behind us!
Bernard Christianson
Our featured product line this week is the great line from Bernard Christianson. The workmanship is gorgeous and the scope of the collection is really something. You can find beautiful traditional inlaid pieces like the one shown, as well as some of the most interesting contemporary accent pieces we have in the showroom. If you need a contemporary wood chest, this is a great place to start. Ask a staff member---we'll be happy to show you!
Hunter Douglas Tax Credits and Rebates
If you are selling or have sold Architella shades this year, your client may be eligible for a Federal Tax Credit up to $1,500!!! We NOW have the forms at CDT. There are some restrictions so make sure to check on the form. This is retroactive to January 1, 2009 and runs through December 31, 2010. What a fantastic selling tool!
Promos!!!
Free LITERISE on Vignette Tiered Modern Roman Shades through 2/28
February 1 Through April 15:
Duette Architella: $25 per shade rebate
Silhouette With Power Rise & Platinum Technology: $100 per shade rebate
Luminette Privacy Sheers with Power Glide 2.0: $100 per shade
Artifacts Promotion
Running now through March 31, 2010, Artifacts is offering a great deal on upgraded finishes: You can choose any finish (including B, C or Premium) for the price of an A finish!
What a great opportunity to present this magnificent collection to your customers.
Sincerely,
Vicki Martin and Camille Sullivan
Chicago Design Team
Save the Date
Sheri Zeman
February 25th
11:00 a.m.
Lunch to follow in the Kravet showroom
Renowned artist Sheri Zeman presents her new Decorative Art for Surfaces and Canvas
Sponsored by Luxe Magazine
Deborah Flate
Wednesday,
March 3
10:00-12:00
By popular request
Debora will go into greater detail on social media such as Facebook Blogging, Linkied In and Twitter.
Space is Limited, You MUST RSVP for this class.
Class Fee is $40
Dress For Success
IFDA Design Therapy
March 16
5:00 pm
CDT Showroom
Dinec
March 24
10:30-12:00
Dinec's VP of Sales,
Ken Chitkhin, and our rep Arthur Serck
will share their expertise on this great line. Dinec has been one of our best selling collections since the week we took it on. If you don't know this line like the back of your hand, you should plan on attending this program.
Andrea's Shower
Wednesday,
April 14
5:50 p.m.
As most of you have noticed, our Andrea is expecting TWINS!
Help us celebrate with her. All of you are invited to share in the fun. Save the date, details will follow in a couple weeks.
Design's for Dignity
Spirit Awards
May 12, 2010
Advance tickets at a discounted price are available at the CDT showroom. Order by Feb 17 and get your tickets for $100 intead of $150.
Contact the showroom for further details.
Please RSVP for all events so we can plan for seating and refreshments!
(847) 394-1800
WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST CUSTOMERS
Nancy Abramovitz
of
Edgebrook Design
Kari McCormick
of
Design Palette
Terri Gorski
of
Park Interiors
Linda Sidor
of
Ecotekk International
Erin Shechtman Designs
Patricia Martin
of
P.M. Consulting
Patrice Mayo
Interior Design
IFDA
The International Furnishings and Design Association has a very active chapter that meets regularly at places of interest to suburban designers. The focus is on networking, developing new sources and designers helping designers. CDT is proud to be a sponsor of IFDA. Copies of the membership application are in the showroom.
ASID
CDT is also happy to be an ASID Industry Partner. They have an excellent suburban chapter. For membership information, visit their website: www.asidillinois.com
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