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- 2. Manual Woodworkers & Weavers, Inc. Manual Woodworkers & Weavers, Inc. offers a wide variety of tapestry and other home décor items including ceramic tabletop pieces, metal accents and women’s fashion accessories. The privately-held, debt free company has been a leader in the gift and home décor industries for over 75 years and is proud to weave its products in the United States. Bringing it all together beautifully since 1932. Textiles, ceramics, home décor and more! Manual understands what the customers crave and achieves its goal by remaining savvy to current trends and producing an array of quality products. Since the dawn of Isabella’s Journey™, Manual has reaped the benefits of this acclaimed brand with fashion accessories, veranda accents and home furnishings. Isabella’s Journey™ products derive inspiration from the excitement and discovery of travel. From distant and exotic lands to quaint hometown charm, Isabella explores the crossroads of style to appeal to a broad range of design interests. 3737 Howard Gap Road, Hendersonville, NC 28792 Phone 800.542.3139 • Fax 828.696.8237 • www.manualww.com
- 3. New Holiday Products PreviewF Frosty Frolic Wondrous and whimsical, this holiday collection adds warmth, vibrance and cheer into the home while the cold winds blow.This collection includes tabletop ceramics, tapestry wall décor, hand towels and a 100% cotton tapestry throw. Holiday Cheer Classic Christmas imagery with clean and simple lines, scallop motifs and candy cane stripes revive vintage appeal for a cheerful and contemporary holiday décor.This collection includes tabletop ceramics, tapestry wall décor, hand towels and a 100% cotton tapestry throw. 12 Days of Christmas Steeped in tradition and diversity, the twelve days of Christmas, in celebration and song, bring family and friends together during the holidays. Each ceramic mini plate manifests the characters and their story for a spectacular seasonal display.The tree plate rack is included with the mini plate set.
- 4. F Family Meltdown © Terri Puma Designs, LLC “It’s not a family get-together until someone has a meltdown!” Poking a bit of fun at the inevitable, this charming Terri Puma half apron expresses a little light-hearted holiday humor. Fiber Optic Handbags Holiday handbags are all about the flash and sparkle! Fusing felt and a little fiber optic fun brightens the season. Believe in Santa A brilliant use of contrast allows Santa to virtually transcend his limitations and spread holiday cheer. An enchanting snowflake and swirl background completes the look in this eye-catching holiday collection. This collection includes mini plates, a tapestry bannerette, tapestry tote, decorative pillow and tapestry throw with lurex. New Holiday Products Preview
- 5. New Products PreviewF Flora & FaunaThe delicate flutter of wings embraces the winds of change that caress each leaf, bud and blossom. Glory in flora and fauna with engaging earth tones and flecks of yellow gold upon winged wonders that leave viewers entranced in this stunning collection of tabletop ceramics and tapestry home furnishings inspired by nature. Fabulous FowlThe rooster, the ultimate icon for Country, French Country or American Country style, is one of the most versatile and inviting home décor accents. A spice-infused palette rules the home décor roost! Brilliant, detailed embroidery, polka dot ruching and cotton crocheted binding give rise to retro design elements while retaining contemporary country charm. This collection also includes an apron, tapestry rug with non-skid backing and a 100% cotton tapestry throw. Metal AccentsBiomimicry is taking shape upon countless veranda and home décor accents. Integrating natural elements into design satisfies a need to touch base with Mother Nature and glory in her fruits. Combining this look with practical use makes these set of two metal leaf wall hooks irresistible to display year-round!
- 6. New Products PreviewFClub Magnolia Let the lights down low and breathe in the rhythm and blues.This rich, earth toned collection, including a tapestry wallhanging and 100% cotton tapestry throw, depicts a wonderful stage dynamic among musicians sure to speak to music lovers and admirers of Harlem Renaissance art. Graceful Birds © Linda Maron Licensed by Creatif Happen upon ethereal elegance. Elements of antiquity, faintly scratching the surfaces as florid etchings, flow beautifully about this gracious display of avian flair featured on a decorative pillow, tapestry wallhanging and 100% cotton tapestry throw. Morning Song © Susan Winget Balanced and beguiling, proud parents sing to the heavens of their delight. Beautiful details unfurl and guide viewers upon a palette of fresh hues of teal, granny smith apple green and robin’s egg blue.This collection features the hottest hues and motifs in home décor on placemats, decorative pillows, window box seat, wallhanging and 100% cotton tapestry throw. Fall FlairCatching a crisp autumn breeze, colorful leaves drift about and capture our gaze in a brilliant display. Each leaf carries the story of its creator from the rustling, sunny treetops to their resting place upon the ground.This collection is a testament to the fascination with fall shown on tabletop ceramics and a tapestry runner.
- 7. New Products PreviewF Raining Dogs When it rains, it pours! The love of dogs, that is! Choose from 20 different breeds to indulge in doggy décor. Playful sketches with a side of plaid create an adorable home accent as a non-skid tapestry rug, 100% cotton tapestry throw, pillow and tote bag. Western StarThis tapestry collection, including accent pillows, wall décor, placemats and tote, combines the sophistication of urban allure with the serenity and charm of the countryside.This 100% cotton tapestry throw features an asparagus green paisley background offset by a distressed barn star motif encircled by barbed wire to complete the Western modality. Sailing at Sunset © Donna Atkins, Licensed by Penny Lane Publishing, Inc.® Dusk brings a gentle sea breeze to cool the summer sailors.The artist utilizes an avant-garde technique of placing an image within an image to create an enticing depth.This tapestry collection includes a bellpull, wallhanging and 100% cotton throw.
- 8. O IL O N C A N V A S H andpainted New Products PreviewF Gulf of Poets A soft, briny breeze, traveling off the Mediterranean coast, whispers a song from the sea to each blossom upon the veranda.This exquisite piece, part of the “Canvas Art Collection”, reflects the expertise of revered artisans while displaying the look and feel of an original oil painting. A striking scroll topper comes with the piece to complete an elegant décor statement. Courtyard Stairs © Fabrice de Villeneuve/Art In Motion As part of the “Artisan Accent Grandé Wallhangings,” this piece features a gorgeous gilded double rod, with a fleur de lis finial, to go the extra urbane mile.This European-inspired wall accent is an elegant way to welcome the world into the home. Steps to the Lily Pond © Philip Craig A rich palette and abundant greenery indicates admiration and appreciation of nature as they unite in the most personal and peaceful of places, the home.This piece is part of Manual’s “Distinguished Décor Grandé Wallhangings” which features a luxe chenille border and twisted fringe.
- 9. New Products PreviewF Thick, soft, cuddly, and 100% organically grown! These naturally beautiful 100% cotton throws are completely chemical free. No fertilizers, herbicides nor toxic defoliants were used to produce and harvest the cotton. Sustainable cotton creates a healthy, wholesome environment in your home and planet. Go Green... it´s the Natural Choice.
- 10. New Products PreviewFEbony Art Closet Recognizing a rising demand for African American products, Manual took the initiative to create Ebony Art Closet, the company’s first African American home décor catalog. An abundance of relevant and inspirational home décor pieces are designed by today’s most prominent and influential artists in the black community. Annie Lee, Henry Battle, Albert Fennell and Larry “Poncho” Brown are just a few among many of the new licensed artists featured in Ebony Art Closet. Renowned artist Annie Lee, portraying contemporary and historical African American family life, demonstrates a style defined as “Black Americana” with her trademark of faceless figures shown in the Market Place tapestry collection. Another of our highly collected licensed artists, Albert Fennell, exhibits his signature, sensual and fluid imagery in the Still Waters and African Dimensions collections. He has created an abundance of works reflecting strong, beautiful women illustrating the many facets of the African American female. These new collections, expressing intriguing cultural history, treasured moments and inspirational insight, are highly identifiable with today’s consumer.This is a great opportunity to provide more diversity to the market with unique, vibrant and refreshing products.
- 11. C O L L E C T I O N H O M E ������������������TMIsabella’s Journey™ Home Collection Bed-In-A-Bag Manual now offers Bed-In-A-Bag in Queen and King sizes for Rose Hill,Tea Rose, Linwood Blue, Luxemburg, San Remo and Savannah Rose bedding designs. Each Bed-In-A-Bag is comprised of a bedspread, two shams and bedskirt. Monogram Accents Home décor defies “the rules” to incur a sense of individuality. Homeowners strive to make their living spaces more personal and inviting without losing sophistication or style.These monogram pillows showcase black florid design on a honey brown background. Storage Trunks Cosmopolitan and quirky, think of storage spaces as treasure troves. An old world look and well-traveled veneer creates an intriguing décor accent as well as a stylish storage solution.
- 12. Isabella’s Journey™ The Crossroads of Style Brown Lauren Fine design meets cotton quilted comfort. Golden brown provides a radient glow harmonizing with savvy stripes and an echo of timeless toile.This collection features a regular and petite carpet bag, handbag with braided handles, tote with ribbon and satchel with an adjustable woven webbed strap. Tryon A detailed floral motif in vibrant reds and blues offset by a refreshing shade of cyan compose an engaging cotton quilted luggage collection. The handbag, tote with ribbon, regular and petite carpet bags fashion a lovely and comfortable braided handle style. Other accessories in this collection include an eyeglass case, wallet and jewelry carrier.
- 13. Isabella’s Journey™ The Crossroads of Style Madeline In the fashion world, nothing is more versatile than denim. Dress it up or be the casual cutie getting double takes. Form-fitting and fabulous, the Madeline jacket whispers to the poetic side of fashion. Women looking for timeless beauty will gravitate to this alluring and sophisticated fashion find. This collection of fashion and luggage accesories communicates the love of seasoned design married to contemporary construction. Denim accentuates a classic toile design with red and white polka dot trim to create a delightfully charming collection. Some pieces feature stylish and comfortable braided handles, cotton quilted toile and red piping.
- 14. Isabella’s Journey™ Children’s Collection Fleece Blankets Turn that trike away from the tony turnpike and crawl back to cute. Parents, allowing kids to grow up at their own pace, hold off on “hip” décor and celebrate the tender innocence of childhood. Soft colors, darling designs and supple materials are back for baby! Discover four new fabulous fleece designs in a variety of colors. Growing by Leaps & Bounds–green only Whooo Love Me?–available in pink, blue and white Train Up a Child–available in pink, blue and yellow Butterfly Kisses–pink only
- 15. Isabella’s Journey™ Children’s Collection A.S.A.P. As Southern As Possible™ Little Miss Cutie-Pie struts her Southern pride! Pink polka dots, ruffles and chocolate brown combine to create a darling child apron.The ASAP collection also offers a matching adult apron for mothers and daughters to have quality time dishing out their culinary expertise. Inspirational Children’s Totes On the way to Sunday school or out on the town with Mom, these darling totes display fresh colorways with ribbon trim and inspirational messages. Not only are these totes perfect for storing Sunday school essentials, they are great for toting toys and accessories. Creatures Great & Small Pink or blue, quintessential baby colors, fashion these adorable baby blankets. Frolicking friends, by air, land and sea, unite as all creatures great and small in a block design upon this two layer mini tapestry throw.
- 16. Isabella’s Journey™ Jewelry Collection Manual Woodworkers & Weavers, Inc. introduces a new facet to the Isabella’s Journey™ brand with an exclusive jewelry collection. The Isabella’s Journey™ Jewelry Collection focuses on a unique combination of semiprecious gemstones and handmade glass. Individual pieces are accented and finished with sterling silver and lead free pewter. The eight distinct styles of fashion jewelry come in necklace, bracelet and earring combinations. The eight combination styles include pink and green crystal, turquoise and amber, yellow turquoise, amber (safari), red and black beads, handmade glass beads in blue, black and autumn, dalmatian jasper and geometric ceramic components. To own a piece of Isabella’s Journey™ Jewelry is to possess an exceptional, hand-crafted piece of art. Mother Nature rarely makes exact duplicates, a which adds to the charm and distinction for its owner. All of the jewelry is designed by Sarah Mautner and disabled artisans.
- 17. Isabella’s Journey™ Dealer Kit Contact your local sales representative or customer care at 1-800-542-3139 to find out how you can receive your Isabella’s Journey™ dealer kit today! Get started with Isabella’s Journey™ Dealer Kit to spark customer interest and turn their heads.The dealer kit includes two shelf talkers with 50 postcards and four tent cards which allows the customer to get familiar with IJ products.There is also an IJ authorized dealer window decal to get the word out on the streets and let IJ lovers know you’re “in the know”.Thirty large bags, a great marketing medium, aids in building the IJ brand in your store. For the final touches at your POS, there are 100 sheets of IJ tissue paper.
- 18. Licensed Artists’ New Products Preview F Fleur Market© Kimberly Poloson Nourish the home in nature’s desired beauty. A whisper of timeless elegance unites with contemporary composition to create a striking home décor accent with a miscellany of complementary colors and textures. From tenderly preserved to timeworn touches of love, each piece of the design exudes of ravishing refinement.
- 19. Licensed Artists’ New Products Preview F Thinking of You In my thoughts, in my heart Willow Tree® figures often carry items from nature as metaphors for human qualities. In this design, the shell symbolizes keeping another person in one’s thoughts.The intricate background and beautiful coloration reminds us of seashells, sea glass, and ocean waves.This design, featured on a pillow with fringe, tapestry tote and 100% cotton tapestry throw, would work well in beach décor as well as be a caring gift for a loved one who is far away. Tenderness A quiet moment of motherhood Tenderness depicts one of those rare and quiet moments of motherhood, when an active toddler actually slows down for a tender hug.The small oval Willow Tree® medallion emphasizes the intimacy of the moment while the richly patterned neutral palette makes the collection a lovely addition to a baby’s room or any room in the house.This collection includes a 100% cotton tapestry throw and tote, an ideal diaper bag which makes the perfect gift for a baby shower! Angel of the Heart Heart full of love, home full of love Willow Tree® comes from the heart, and many pieces in the collection reflect this sentiment of love, family relationships and welcoming warmth.This tall angel is a striking figure amidst a richly colored and patterned background on a 100% cotton tapestry throw.The red heart she carries picks up the subtle red border weaving. A gorgeous piece for those who love classic Willow Tree!
- 20. Licensed Artists’ New Products Preview F A.S.A.P.ASAP As Southern As Possible™ Just as we see “countrypolitan” on the rise, Southern décor styles step away from passé stereotypes to proudly parade a simpler, sophisticated facet. Retro design elements like scalloped edges and tiny polka dot trimming are incorporated with fresh florid silhouettes amid engaging colorways to provide a sleek and clean allure for a fresh perspective on Southern charm.
- 21. Licensed Artists’ New Products Preview F © Terri Puma Designs, LLC Express yourself with a little espresso philosophy to make it through the day, hold it together in a hot set of heels and concoct a cocktail to take the edge off! Terri Puma designs express the fun and sassy side of females with vibrant colorways, flirty ruffle trim and a healthy dose of humor.
- 22. Licensed Artists’ New Products Preview F Autumn Lane© 1995 Thomas Kinkade Sunlight washes over the road home like a guiding light peering through Autumn’s glory.Thomas Kinkade continues to manifest a world of beauty and wonder with his luminist technique, exhibiting an entrancing mastery of light and shadow, shown in this inviting tapestry collection including a wallhanging and 100% cotton throw.