Drink to good friends, good health, and great style. This set of Sake cups is not only inspired by the tradition of sitting across from good friends, sharing a bottle of sake and enjoying each other’s conversation - it is also inspired by the Japanese wood-crafting technique known as Magewappa. Practiced for over 400 [...]
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[Source: PadStyle | Modern Furniture Blog]
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Furniture Executives Voiced Opinions with Congress About Card Check Bill
Furniture manufacturers and retailers joined forces two weeks ago when they visited 13 Congress members to urge them to prioritize policies that will revive the furniture industry. Specifically, they talked to lawmakers about making policies that will reinvigorate lending and consumer purchases, as well as to reduce unnecessary laws that would increase costs or upset workplace relations.
One of the main goals of the group was to persuade Congress to disagree with the Employee Free Choice Act or the "Card Check Bill" which will remove employees' privileges for secret ballot voting and instead compel employers "to recognize a union once a majority of their workers sign cards for support".
"Our objective was to make it clear to lawmakers that we oppose any proposals such as this that would hinder the rights of our employees, our ability to maintain jobs, and the industry's ability to maintain economic competitiveness," says Bruce Bradburn, CEO of The Bradburn Co. and 2009 American Home Furnishings Alliance (AHFA) chairman.
Bradburn was joined by nine other manufacturers and retailers from other companies including Ashley Furniture Industries, Furniture Brands International, Rowe Fine Furniture, Sauder Woodworking, Vaughan-Bassett, American Home Furniture Alliance, National Home Furnishings Association, and Bassett Furniture Industries.
Earlier this month, some members of the group tried to persuade legislators not to support two pricey provisions related to Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) benefits. The first one requires employers to provide COBRA coverage to 55-years old and above terminated employees until they reach age 65 or until they find another job that offers similar insurance. The other one requires the same amount of extension for terminated employees who have served in the company for 10 or more years.
"These provisions would place employers in the position of maintaining individuals in the insurance pool who are years removed from employment with the company, driving up insurance costs for current employees as well as for the employees," stated Bradburn.
The said provisions were eventually removed from the final stimulus bill after the meeting.
Last week, AHFA invited more than a dozen furniture executives in California to meet up with Sen. Kay Hagan. The Card Check Bill was one of the main topics discussed.
Bradburn said that with their multiple meetings with the new senator, there is no doubt that Sen. Hagan has been well exposed with the issues in the furniture industry. He furthered that the other lawmakers they visited have also expressed their support of the group's effort to keep the furniture industry strong.
Meanwhile, AHFA will continue its efforts for a better furniture industry at the BOR meeting on Capitol Hill on May 12-13 this year. Among their top goals would be to meet with important legislators in the country.
Please post a comment to let us know what you think of the Card Check Bill.
Source: Furniture Today
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[Source: Furniture Store Updates from GoWFB]
One of the main goals of the group was to persuade Congress to disagree with the Employee Free Choice Act or the "Card Check Bill" which will remove employees' privileges for secret ballot voting and instead compel employers "to recognize a union once a majority of their workers sign cards for support".
"Our objective was to make it clear to lawmakers that we oppose any proposals such as this that would hinder the rights of our employees, our ability to maintain jobs, and the industry's ability to maintain economic competitiveness," says Bruce Bradburn, CEO of The Bradburn Co. and 2009 American Home Furnishings Alliance (AHFA) chairman.
Bradburn was joined by nine other manufacturers and retailers from other companies including Ashley Furniture Industries, Furniture Brands International, Rowe Fine Furniture, Sauder Woodworking, Vaughan-Bassett, American Home Furniture Alliance, National Home Furnishings Association, and Bassett Furniture Industries.
Earlier this month, some members of the group tried to persuade legislators not to support two pricey provisions related to Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) benefits. The first one requires employers to provide COBRA coverage to 55-years old and above terminated employees until they reach age 65 or until they find another job that offers similar insurance. The other one requires the same amount of extension for terminated employees who have served in the company for 10 or more years.
"These provisions would place employers in the position of maintaining individuals in the insurance pool who are years removed from employment with the company, driving up insurance costs for current employees as well as for the employees," stated Bradburn.
The said provisions were eventually removed from the final stimulus bill after the meeting.
Last week, AHFA invited more than a dozen furniture executives in California to meet up with Sen. Kay Hagan. The Card Check Bill was one of the main topics discussed.
Bradburn said that with their multiple meetings with the new senator, there is no doubt that Sen. Hagan has been well exposed with the issues in the furniture industry. He furthered that the other lawmakers they visited have also expressed their support of the group's effort to keep the furniture industry strong.
Meanwhile, AHFA will continue its efforts for a better furniture industry at the BOR meeting on Capitol Hill on May 12-13 this year. Among their top goals would be to meet with important legislators in the country.
Please post a comment to let us know what you think of the Card Check Bill.
Source: Furniture Today
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[Source: Furniture Store Updates from GoWFB]
Clarinda Coffee Table
Durable, simple and completely original. There are many coffee tables out there with all the bells and whistles - tempered glass, sliding drawers, cabinets, etchings, double layers… but sometimes we want a table that is just a table. The Clarinda Coffee Table takes all the extras out of the equation, and leaves you [...]
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[Source: PadStyle | Modern Furniture Blog]
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Sunday, February 22, 2009
The Bag Head
Ladies, I love Isaac Mizrahi and I consider myself a member in good standing of the "Fashion Police", but he has gone too far.
A cartoon in the latest New Yorker magazine shows two men sitting in opposing chairs. One man has feet resembling an eagle's talons. The other man says, "I hear you're into hunting."
Isaac Mizrahi has made a handle to snatch models. Hat tip to @amandagravel.
Bev & Mike
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[Source: Landfair Furniture (Blog)]
A cartoon in the latest New Yorker magazine shows two men sitting in opposing chairs. One man has feet resembling an eagle's talons. The other man says, "I hear you're into hunting."
Isaac Mizrahi has made a handle to snatch models. Hat tip to @amandagravel.
Bev & Mike
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[Source: Landfair Furniture (Blog)]
Friday, February 20, 2009
Modern Color Cube Tables
When geometry meets color… anything can happen. These Modern Color Cube Tables are testament to the delicious combination of fun shapes and daring colors. They take a touch of retro styling and update it to produce a minimalist table that will look good in any loft, living room or hallway. Available in [...]
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[Source: PadStyle | Modern Furniture Blog]
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[Source: PadStyle | Modern Furniture Blog]
New Modern & Contemporary Furniture by Linon Home Decor Added to GoWFB.com
Furnish your home with the simplicity and sophistication of modern and contemporary furniture with Linon Home Decor's elegant new furniture collections. You can choose from a variety of furniture with clean and simple lines for your living room, dining room, and home office. The new collections are available in elegant white and espresso finishes for a fresh and charming appeal.
Linon's laptop desks, computer desks, printer desks, and bookshelves will provide you or your kids with a stylish environment where you can work or study in peace. Add new coffee tables, sofa tables, accent tables, dining tables, and storage benches to your modern or contemporary home theme for a low wholesale price!
Check out the products by clicking on the images below.
Warwick Laptop Desk
$179.00
Warwick White Sofa Table
$169.00
Warwick White Coffee Table
$239.00
Warwick White Bookshelf
$239.00
Warwick Storage Bench
$269.00
Warwick Round Pedestal Dining Table
$349.00
Wood Espresso Bookshelf
$279.00
Glass Top Slanted Bookshelf
$219.00
Glass Top Computer Desk
$229.00
Espresso Printer Stand
$99.00
Espresso Glass Top Bookshelf
$189.00
Pinot Accent Table
$159.00
Pinot Walnut Sofa Table
$359.00
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[Source: Furniture Store Updates from GoWFB]
Linon's laptop desks, computer desks, printer desks, and bookshelves will provide you or your kids with a stylish environment where you can work or study in peace. Add new coffee tables, sofa tables, accent tables, dining tables, and storage benches to your modern or contemporary home theme for a low wholesale price!
Check out the products by clicking on the images below.
Warwick Laptop Desk
$179.00
Warwick White Sofa Table
$169.00
Warwick White Coffee Table
$239.00
Warwick White Bookshelf
$239.00
Warwick Storage Bench
$269.00
Warwick Round Pedestal Dining Table
$349.00
Wood Espresso Bookshelf
$279.00
Glass Top Slanted Bookshelf
$219.00
Glass Top Computer Desk
$229.00
Espresso Printer Stand
$99.00
Espresso Glass Top Bookshelf
$189.00
Pinot Accent Table
$159.00
Pinot Walnut Sofa Table
$359.00
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[Source: Furniture Store Updates from GoWFB]
Bloomus Estilo Tree Tealight Holder
Add some ambiance with an airy centerpiece. Thirteen can be an unlucky number for some people, but when thirteen is the number of tealights that shine from the branches of this stainless steel votive holder, it becomes something magical. This is the perfect centerpiece for dinners and parties, and it will add a touch [...]
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[Source: PadStyle | Modern Furniture Blog]
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