Designer Rug Warehouse (DRW) to collect used area rugs for Atlanta foster care homes

PRLog (Press Release) – Apr 28, 2009 – Atlanta, GA - Designer Rug Warehouse (DRW), Atlanta based rug store will spread some hope this spring by collecting unwanted, used rugs in their store throughout the month of May as part of their Area Rug Trade-in Event.
Every piece that is brought in will be donated to local foster care homes in Atlanta. As a thank you gift to our customers for donating their rugs, DRW will give upto $2,500 credit to be used toward purchase of a new rug.
DRW is located on the Westside of Atlanta (Designer Warehouse District). The rugs brought in will be distributed to foster care agencies in May which is National Foster Care month.
“It is our pleasure to give our customers this special savings for helping out such a worthy cause.” said Thomas Johnson, Store Manager of Designer Rug Warehouse.
Please contact, Thomas Johnson, if your foster care organization is interested in being a recipient of the donated rugs. The organization must be located near our store to allow for pick-up or delivery in the month of May.

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About Us - We offer a wide selection of brand name rugs, designer rugs, casual rugs and traditional rugs for home and office. Our core focus is to create a distinctive store experience that satisfies both the rational and emotional shopping needs of our customers by offering them a vast, exciting selection of rug styles & types combined with the convenience and value they desire. DRW is built on a unique idea: Choosing a rug doesn't have to be complicated. We are known for working closely with our clients to solve their area rug problems others can't solve.

DRW operates in Atlanta, GA by a code of ethics and integrity. We don't hide our prices, in-store advertising signage will disclose the actual everyday prices for the rugs and services offered. There is no mystery here. We continue to grow our business by word-of-mouth. Sure, our great pricing gets attention, but the attention we give our customers is the difference. Our work ethic is the key to our success.

Darn Tough Vermont Socks Awarded $8.5 Million Army Contract

PRLog (Press Release) – Apr 17, 2009 – Northfield, VT Darn Tough Vermont is pleased to announce that their military issue flame resistant Merino wool boot sock is to be included in the recently awarded Fire Resistant Environmental Ensemble known as the FREE Clothing System. This is a multilayered, versatile, insulating system that is adaptable to varying mission requirements and environmental conditions.
This four year contract worth $1 Billion dollars was awarded to ADS Tactical of Virginia Beach, VA, Darn Tough Vermont’s long time partner and distributor to the defense industry. In support of this contract Darn Tough Vermont and the Cabot Hosiery Mill will knit and provide the U.S. Army with their 100% U.S. sourced and manufactured Merino wool boot socks.
Sales Manger Roland Beliveau states that, “The announcement of this award represents the culmination of several years of hard work and many manufacturers coming together to develop and provide the U.S. Army with a high performance safe clothing system. We are excited to know that soldiers around the world will be more comfortable wearing our Vermont made socks.”
“This contract is a significant milestone for our Northfield, Vermont community, Darn Tough Vermont and the Cabot Hosiery Mill. It validates our long term commitment to domestic manufacturing, and will help ensure the stability and growth of our brands and knitting mill. All of us at the Cabot Hosiery Mill are proud to be involved in this project.” Added Executive Vice President Ric Cabot, who is the third generation of his family to work in the hosiery business.
“When our troops go into a war zone like Iraq or Afghanistan, they need the most advanced gear available,” said U.S. Senator Patrick Leahy, co-chair of the Senate’s 96-member National Guard Caucus and a senior member of the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, which handles the Senate’s work in writing the annual defense budget.  Senator Leahy has aggressively supported the efforts of Darn Tough to equip U.S. troops with their advanced footwear, writing several letters of support in 2006 that led to a significant contract and securing $1.6 million in appropriations in 2007 for Darn Tough to provide the footwear to the Marine Corps.  “These brave soldiers can go on patrols in extremely dangerous and challenging environments for days on end,” continued Leahy.  “The last thing they should have to worry about is the quality and protection provided by their footwear.  Vermont firms like Darn Tough have shown incredible skill and ingenuity in turning out products that meet all our troops’ needs in the toughest conditions.  Darn Tough is already a regular provider to the military services, and this contract is a new vote of confidence from the Army and great news for the economy in Central Vermont.”

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Darn Tough Vermont socks are manufactured at the Cabot Hosiery Mills, Inc located in Northfield, Vermont

Go Big- Go Baby - IN THE CLOSET- New Baby Bedding & Nursery Accessories

PRLog (Press Release) – Apr 14, 2009 – In today's world it is very rare to find any success story that doesn't involve a partnership or teamwork. On the rare occasion you will find a one-person operation climbing to the top, but not with out some sort of strong support, be it spiritual or emotional.
Today’s business economy is becoming much more complex and global. The simple truth is: we need each other. The far deeper truth is: we need to work with each other. We need to support the “Made in the USA” programs that currently exist. We are your neighbor, your friend, and your family. We are negotiating everyday to keep costs down and make a quality product that everyone is proud to purchase.
“In the Closet” has been fortunate enough to have great coaches and mentors to guide us to the place we are today. We have also worked very hard to streamline all aspects of our production here in the USA. We are committed to fulfill orders for immediate delivery to our boutique customers.
We may be a small company, but we believe we are an important part of keeping jobs in the USA. We remain excited and committed to our growth and look forward to a much improved future.
We are focused on providing a fashionable baby product and top-notch customer service. ITC brings the values of quality, reliability and innovation to every aspect of its business. We maintain the very highest production standards, while constantly developing new and creative ways to add value to each product.
“In the Closet” has plenty of experience in mixing things up. Instead of launching just another baby line using conventional cotton, it has been designed with the use of conventional textiles as well as; organic, natural and recycled textiles in a very creative manner. We have added an elegance and style to the basics needed for any nursery. Your baby will feel very pampered when wrapped up in any one of our nursery items.
While our brand may not yet be seen as a competitor, ITC is getting noticed. We continue to push the envelope and remain committed to keeping our operations here in the USA. We do look forward to hearing from all of you.

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ITC’s design philosophy is one of unique style and color in a very special way. We offer options for a sophisticated baby room; with the added bonus of offering organic, recycled and salvaged textiles that might otherwise be tossed into a landfill.