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9 a.m.-6 p.m. Steelyard Designers Lounge. Includes Wi-Fi, beverages and snacks. Universal Furniture, 101 S. Hamilton St.
SATURDAY, OCT. 13
8-9 a.m. Open SFC Membership Meeting. Latest news and updates on Sustainable Furnishings Council initiatives. SP top floor
9-10:30 a.m. Creative Women & Their Vision. Alley founder Mary Ella Gabler, interior designer Denise Mc-Gaha, and Addison Weeks co-founders Lee Addison Lesley and Katherine Weeks Mulford share the visions behind their female-led businesses. Highland House, 200 Steele Floor 1
9:10-10:30 a.m. A Wallpaper Revolution. Artisan wallpaper maker Amy Mills and expert installer Katie Hunt explain how to create one-of-a-kind, wallpaper designs and achieve impeccable installations. Antique & Design Center, MS G7031
10 a.m.-5 p.m. Meet Real Housewife of New York Jill Zarin, who is unveiling her new Manhattan Rug Collection. Unique Loom, MS Floor 2
10-11 a.m. Dominate the Digital. Dennis Sarlo and members of his Dering Hall team moderate a roundtable on web-based marketing techniques and differentiating yourself online. The Point
11 a.m.-noon. Platform Building: The Power of Persuasion. Panel discussion with interior designers and licensors Corey Damen Jenkins, Cheryl Luckett and Jennifer Gracie, moderated by author Kim Kuhteubl. Book signings to follow. SAMS T1014
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Wanderlust: Travel, Culture & Design. Panelists David Santiago, Kelli Ellis, Scot Meacham Wood and Michelle Nussbaumer. Gary Inman will moderate. Currey & Company, IHFC M110
11 a.m.-noon. Chaise Lounge Design Panel. Nick May of The Chaise Lounge Podcast hosts a panel discussion. Universal Furniture, 101 S. Hamilton St.
Noon-1 p.m. Design Viewpoints Series-The Interior Design Industry: The New Business as Usual. Discussion led by Julia Noran Johnston with Justina Blakeney, Kerrie Kelly, Noa Santos and Kimberley Seldon. Boxed lunch provided. 0.1 CEU. High Point Theatre
12:30-1:30 p.m. Lunch Bunch with Susan Dickenson and Bill McLoughlin. Stop by The Point and enjoy lunch with the editors from the two High Point Market daily publications, Home Accents Today and Furniture Today. The Parson’s Table Pop-Up will have homemade salads and sandwiches for sale. The Point
2-3 p.m. Showhouse in a Showroom Panel: Is a Niche Critical for Your Business? Featuring the Showhouse in a Showroom designers Billy Ceglia, Jeanne Chung, Kara Cox, Cynthia Ferguson, Shay Geyer, Kimberly Perron and AphroChic, moderated by Designers Today’s Jane Dagmi. 0.1 CEU. Alden Parkes, 200 N. Hamilton
2-3 p.m. The Ins and Outs of Licensing. Roundtable discussion with licensing specialist Dwayne Clark and licensors Libby Langdon and Denise McGaha. The Point
2-3 p.m. Small Batch Gatherings, Big-Picture Strategies: Maximizing the Power of Community in Your Communications. Amy Flurry discusses collaborating with fellow creatives to generate content. Mill Village Collective, 410 W. English Rd.
2-5 p.m. Design Tour and Meet & Greet with Anna Bond. Loloi and Rifle Paper Co. celebrate their new collaboration. Loloi, IHFC D320
2-4 p.m. Midtown Collection Launch and Book Signing. Suzanne Kasler signs her new book, “Sophisticated Simplicity.” Mariette Himes Gomez and Susan Hable also have book signings. Hickory Chair, MS 314
3-4 p.m. Keynote Series: 20/20 Vision-Forecasting Color & Home Trends for 2019-2020 with Sherwin-Williams & Fashion Snoops. Sue Wadden and Jaye Anna Mize examine color forecasting and share macro trends. High Point Theatre
3-5 p.m., Ann Gish Showroom Opening. Party to celebrate the opening of Ann Gish’s new Interhall showroom. IHFC IH114
3:30-7:30 p.m. Phillips Collection Meatballs & Moonshine Industry Mixer. Phillips Collection hosts its annual opening night party. IHFC C202
3:30-4:30 p.m. Fearless Design. Holly Hollingsworth Phillips, U.S. brand ambassador for the Florence Broad-hurst: Fearless Design campaign, with Mally Skok, Julia Buckingham, Jamie Meares, Allison Mattison, Tavia Forbes and Monet Masters. 0.1 CEU. SAMS T1014
4-6 p.m. Chairish Celebrates Vintage Cool. Meet team Chairish and Stephanie Schofield, Gillian Bryce, Tandem Antiques, Trilogy Antiques, The Hudson Mercantile, Dinnerparty Antiques, Architectural Anarchy and Rod Coles. 314 W. Russell Ave.
4:15-5 p.m. Meet and Greet with HGTV’s “Home Town” stars, Erin and Ben Napier. The Point
4:30-6 p.m. Fearless Design Meet & Greet Reception. Julia Buckingham will sign copies of her book “Modernique.” SAMS T1014
5-7 p.m. Black Interior Designer Network Mixer. Drinks and hors d’oeuvres. The Point
6 p.m.-midnight. Zuo 13th Anniversary Party. Performances, aerial and cirque style acrobats, live music, electronic DJs and a full bar. IHFC D502
7-9 p.m. Stars Under the Stars: Jocelyn & Chris Arndt. Center Stage at the Transportation Terminal
SUNDAY, OCT. 14
7:30-9 a.m. WithIt Education Breakfast with Erin and Ben Napier. IHFC Green Wing, 11th Floor Ballroom
8:30 a.m. Home Accents Today editorial breakfast. Sponsored by High Point Market Authority. By invitation. String & Splinter
10-11 a.m. Painted Design Solutions to Help Your Business. How interior designers and decorative painters can collaborate, types of decorative painting, communication; new and refurbished surfaces and more. 0.1 CEU. SAMS T1014
10-11 a.m. Interior Planning: Taking Care of You So You Can Take Care of Your Clients. How to set boundaries and manage time with Kim Kuhteubl. 0.1 CEU. Alden Parkes, 200 N. Hamilton
10-11:30 a.m. Aspire Design & Home’s Budgeting for Art From the Start. Panelists Krista Nye Nicholas, Tami Ramsay, Sarah Walker, Heidi Woodman, Maryanne Hibner and Marshall Erb will share insights with Susan Jamieson of Bridget Beari Designs. Zoe Bios Creative, 110 S. Elm St.
11 a.m.-2 p.m. Brunch with Windsor Smith. Join Mark Moussa, creative director of Arteriors, and designer Windsor Smith to celebrate the launch of her collection of lighting, accessories and furniture. C&D 1A
11 a.m.-noon. European Legacy, Global Legacy, Modern Sensibility. Gary Inman, Fabio Rizzolo, Gaetano de Cataldo, Hans Rolink and Germano Cavalli. Hosted by Conarte America. 827 W. Green Drive.
11 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday Mimosas with Robin Baron. SAMS G6033
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Recipe for Success. How to make yourself attractive to editors. Barclay Butera, Amy Flurry, Nick May, Christine Phillips and Jane Dagmi. 0.1 CEU. SAMS T1014
Noon-1 p.m. Design Viewpoints Series-Tech Tools + Reviews from the Designers Who Use Them. Kelli Ellis, Phyllis Harbinger, Corey Damen Jenkins and Laura Thurman. Boxed lunch provided. 0.1 CEU. High Point Theatre
12:30-2 p.m. Lunch with Libby Langdon: “Courting the Small-Space Client: Design Tips for this Growing Demographic.” Kas Rugs, IHFC G270
1-3 p.m. Cotton & Quill Southern Affair Preview. Founder and designer Mary Catherine Folmar previews her new designs. SAMS M7038
1:30-2:30 p.m. Designing Women of the World. Deb Barrett moderates panel discussion with Adriana Hoyos, Tina Nicole, Toma Clark Haines, Sandra Espinet and Aviva Stanoff. 0.1 CEU. SAMS T1014
2-3 p.m. Replacements Ltd. Presents Eddie Ross, Mix Master. Learn how to collect, restore and incorporate vintage finds in modern spaces. 0.1 CEU. Alden Parkes, 200 N. Hamilton
2-3 p.m. Breaking Through the Roadblocks: Overcoming Difficulties of Running a Design Firm. Gail Doby offers actionable advice. The Point
2-3 p.m. Social Media Mavens Top Tips for Social Media Success. Adam Japko talks with designers Shayla Copas, Natalie Reddell and Lori Paranjape about social media trends. Universal Furniture, 101 S. Hamilton St.
2-4 p.m. Book Signing, Jeffrey Dungan, “The Nature of Home: Creating Timeless Houses.” Currey & Company, IHFC M110
3-4:30 p.m. Keynote Series: The Future of Retail Via the Customer Experience. Doug Stephens explains remarkable customer experiences and how retailers can deliver connected shopping experiences — online or in store. High Point Theatre
3-4 p.m. Luxury Comes Home: Global Design in a Modern World. Cynthia Spence and designers Patrick Sutton and Sandra Espinet talk about the role resorts and hotels play in today’s global landscape. Burton James, 310 N. Hamilton St. Floor 1
3-5 p.m. Howard Elliott Cocktail Party. Showroom tours, handcrafted cocktails and artisan hors d’oeuvres by Southern Roots. Howard Elliott, IHFC H224
3-5 p.m. Debuting the Denise Mc-Gaha Collection for Currey & Company. McGaha showcases her new collection of lighting and furniture. IHFC M110
3-5 p.m. Crypton Pooch Pop-Up. Snap a pic with these comfort dogs and post to social media with the hashtag #cryptonpoochpopup and Crypton will make a donation to Elite Canines Comfort Dogs. The Point
3:30-4:30 p.m. Luxe DIY Craft Hour with The Trim Queen. Jana Platina Phipps discusses the evolution of trimmings and shows attendees how to make a personal passementerie, tassel or pompom. The Point
3:30-4:30 p.m. Inside the Designer’s Studio with Madcap Cottage. Jason Oliver Nixon and John Loecke discuss designer-focused topics and share insights from their lives. Moderated by Stacy Kunstel. First 30 attendees receive a copy of their book, “Prints Charming.” SAMS T1014
4:30-5:30 p.m. Meet & Greet Book Signing with Madcap Cottage. John Loecke and Jason Oliver Nixon sign copies of their book. Momeni, IHFC H345
5 p.m.-midnight. Home TV Celebrity Reunion and Fall Celebration. Hosted by Design Talk Live. Surya, SP 4100
5-7 p.m. Interior Design Society Membership Mixer. Complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres. The Point
5:30-10:30 p.m. American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. Tickets at leadwithvision2018. com. Sheraton Greensboro at Four Seasons, 3121 W. Gate City Blvd.
7-9 p.m. Stars Under the Stars, featuring George Thorogood & The Destroyers. Center Stage at the Transportation Terminal
MONDAY, OCT 15
10-11 a.m. Performance Fabrics Playground. An assortment of stain-creating scenarios and discussion about the processes and innovative technologies used to develop these fabrics with members of the International Textiles Alliance. The Point
10-11 a.m. Sherwin-Williams Color-mix Forecast 2019 CEU Course. Universal Furniture, 101 S. Hamilton St.
10-11 a.m. How to Set Client Expectations & Keep Them (And You) Happy. Gail Doby explains how to set boundaries and manage clients’ expectations. 0.1 CEU. SAMS T1014
10:30 a.m.-noon. Designers Today’s Business of Interior Design Rapid-Fire Info Session. Led by Editor in Chief Jane Dagmi. Surya, SP 4100
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. How to Adapt to a Changing Industry. Moderated by Christopher Grubb with Andrea Guardiola, Thomas Wolosik, Patti Carpenter, Bill McLoughlin, John Erdos, Barrie Livingstone and Serena Martin. Zuo, IHFC G582
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sherwin-Williams Colormix Forecast 2019. 0.1 CEU. SAMS T1014
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. SFC’s Wood Furniture Scorecard lunch and panel discussion. IHFC 11th Floor Green Wing Ballroom A
Noon-1 p.m. Design Viewpoints Series: Wellness in the Home: How to Sell Healthy Design. Sarah Walker of The Curated House with Jennifer Jones Condon, Blanche Garcia, Young Huh, Lisa Kahn and Richard Ouellette. Boxed lunch provided. 0.1 CEU. High Point Theatre
1-2 p.m. Retailer & Designer: Relationship 101. This entertaining panel of retail and design pros discusses the real-life challenges of learning to work together, what it takes to build great professional relationships and how to grow business for both parties. Join audience moderator, the Commander in Chic Natalie Reddell, and panel moderator Susan Dickenson, editor in chief of Home Accents Today, for this interactive discussion with panelists Courtney and Teddie Garrigan, of Coco & Dash and Ciao, Coco!, Claire Bell, of Claire Bell Home and Jamie Merida of Bountiful. Co-sponsored by Home Accents Today and IMC-DesignOnHPMkt. SAMS T1014
2-3:30 p.m. Maison et Objet Trend Report. Kelli Ellis and Patti Carpenter discuss trends and findings from the show. Sunpan Modern Home, SP 1200
2:30-3:30 p.m. Art Styling 101: Working with Collections and Focal Pieces. Designer tips and art selection steps followed by a Q&A segment. 0.1 CEU. SAMS T1014
3-4 p.m. Keynote Series – Materials Matter! The Resurgence of the Physical in Our Increasingly Digital Lives. Andrew Dent, executive vice president of research and chief material scientist for Material ConneXion, examines the role materials play in the home. High Point Theatre
3-5 p.m. State of Home Design Today & Trends to Watch. Jewel Branding’s Ilana Wilensky and Meredith Counts share trends while Hang Ten’s Michael Werthwein shows new rugs. Kas Rugs, IHFC G270
4-7 p.m. Third Night. Events in various showrooms in the Hamilton-Wrenn Design District.
4-6 p.m. Norwalk & Fashion Snoops: From Culture to Product, with Jaye Anna Mize and Norwalk designer Kim Salmela. Norwalk, IHFC M108
5-7 p.m. Design Influencers Conference Mixer. A reunion with founder Adam Japko. The Point
7 p.m. ART Bowling Night. Cost is $30 per person for bowling, food and drinks. High Point Bowling Center, 309 W. Fairfield Rd.
TUESDAY, OCT. 16
9-10:15 a.m. Style Spotters Live. The 2018 Style Spotters offer insight and on-trend products, and the 2019 team will be revealed, followed by tours. IHFC Ballroom, Green Wing 11th Floor.
9:30-10:30 a.m. 360-Degree Design Perspective – How Showroom, Retail & Residential Design Drive Innovation for One Another. Led by Barbour Spangle Design’s Christi Barbour. 0.1 CEU. SAMS T1014
10-11 a.m. Becoming an Influencer. Roundtable discussion with Paloma Contreras, Donna Garlough and Adam Japko. The Point
10:30-11:30 a.m. The Guide to Area Rugs CEU. Surya’s CEU course will survey uses of area rugs throughout the world and history. Surya, SP 4100
11-11:30 a.m. Visually Communicating Your Brand. Dena Verdesca will discuss how to make marketing materials stand out. SAMS Top Floor
11:15 a.m. -12:15 p.m. Lunch Bunch with Paloma Contreras, Donna Garlough and Nora Murphy. The authors will sign their books. The Point
2-3 p.m. What Now? Maximizing Your Market Momentum. Strategist Ellen Geffen, designer Lisa Mende and retailer Sarah Paxton share tips for post-market. The Point
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 17
8 a.m.-1 p.m. WithIt Student Mentoring Day. For students in industry-specific majors Includes a speaker, roundtables, lunch and tours. Learn more and register at withit.org.
