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Sample Sale! The Design Center at the Merchandise Mart 9.6-9.8

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A rare opportunity! The Design Center at the Merchandise Mart is opening its doors to the public for the annual Sample Sale September 6-8. There will be some fabulous deals (up to 75% off) on furniture, lighting, rugs, decorative accessories and much more from trade-only showrooms including Creative Visions, Kenneth Ludwig Home Furnishings, Noure’s Oriental Rugs, CAI Designs, Hickory Chair and more!

 

SHOP THE ANNUAL FALL DESIGN CENTER SAMPLE SALE

SEPTEMBER 6 – 8, 2013

Browse Hundreds of Home Furnishings at up to 75% Off in the

Posh New Design Center at The Merchandise Mart

 

WHAT:  Fall decorating season has returned. Get a head start on updating your home at the Design Center’s annual Sample Sale, which opens its doors to the public. Find beautiful pieces from the top names in furniture, outdoor, area rugs, fabrics, accessories, lighting and much more—at savings up to 75% off.

WHO: The Design Center at The Merchandise Mart recently completed its renovation, which now features a more concentrated, easily navigable showcase of the TOP brands in interior design and outdoor furnishings on four floors. Shop floors 6 and 14 for home furnishings and floors 15 and 16 for outdoor furniture. Participating showrooms will be announced soon.

           

WHEN: Friday, September 6 | 9am-5pm
Saturday, September 7 | 10am-3pm
Sunday, September 8 | 10am-3pm

 

WHERE:  The Design Center at the Merchandise Mart

222 Merchandise Mart Plaza

Participating Showrooms on Floors 6, 14, 15, and 16

 

EXTRAS:   LOUNGE 1447 is a new amenity center on the 14th floor with meeting rooms, lounge seating and a full-service café.  Rest, eat, relax, and recharge during the Sale.  Open during Sale hours.  Visit LOUNGE 1447 and make an appointment with a Designer On Call and let them help you shop the Sale. Need to ship your purchases home, no worries, we’ll have onsite shipping services too.

 

ADMISSION: Free

 

WEB SITE:  Online pre-registration requested. For more information and for a list of participating showrooms visit www.merchandisemartdesigncenter.com

 

Randolph Street Market 8.24-8.25

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Back-To-School At Randolph Street Market

Back-To-School At Randolph Street Market

The Randolph Street Market Festival is home to the world-renowned Chicago Antique Market, Indie Designer Market,Modern Vintage Chicago and the Holiday Market. As seen in Travel & Leisure, the NY Times, Lucky Magazine and featured on TV news shows and web casts, the Randolph Street Market Festival is considered “a mecca of cool”, “the best hot spot for antiquing”, “the best Chicago venue for people watching”, and “the Barney’s of Vintage”. Celebrity designerNate Berkus says, “I love this market…the quality is incredible!” As one of Chicago’s most happening monthly parties, Randolph Street Market has become the summer destination!

This European-style, indoor-outdoor urban antique market in the historic West Loop neighborhood features 200 select purveyors of high quality, amazingly priced “finds”, offering unlimited creative inspiration and hours of fun. Shoppers can find furnishings, vintage clothing, jewelry, collectibles, etc.

• Complimentary Furniture Delivery* within downtown Chicago! Click for info.
• Shopping Refund Vouchers for Admission by Vendors: Each voucher is for $5 off and the vendors should reduce the purchase price by $5 on items valued $25 or more. Note that not all vendors are able to honor the voucher due to their profit margins and customer should ask vendor if they accept the voucher before they shop in their booth.
• Lower advance ticket price! $8 general online / $3 student online
• KIDS UNDER 12 ALWAYS FREE!
• NEW Early Shopping Saturdays – Outdoors at 8am and Indoors at 9am/ 100% of proceeds going to Chicago House charity. $25 at the door / $20 online advance

And this “Market of Markets” just gets bigger and better! 

This month, Randolph Street Market will return August 24+25 with a hip back to school theme. Chicagoans can savor the last days of summer at the Market and stock up on all the must-have fashions, home office essentials and vintage dorm décor from the country’s top vendors. The Market will showcase vintage dresses, fashion accessories, lava lamps, filling cabinets, vintage typewriters and cameras and so much more.


2013 Randolph Street Market Dates 
10-5pm both days
August 24/25
September 28/29
October 26/27
November 23/24
December 14/15

Randolph Street Market 7.27-7.28

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The Randolph Street Market Festival is home to the world-renowned Chicago Antique Market, Indie Designer Market,Modern Vintage Chicago and the Holiday Market. As seen in Travel & Leisure, the NY Times, Lucky Magazine and featured on TV news shows and web casts, the Randolph Street Market Festival is considered “a mecca of cool”, “the best hot spot for antiquing”, “the best Chicago venue for people watching”, and “the Barney’s of Vintage”. Celebrity designerNate Berkus says, “I love this market…the quality is incredible!” As one of Chicago’s most happening monthly parties, Randolph Street Market has become the summer destination!

This European-style, indoor-outdoor urban antique market in the historic West Loop neighborhood features 200 select purveyors of high quality, amazingly priced “finds”, offering unlimited creative inspiration and hours of fun. Shoppers can find furnishings, vintage clothing, jewelry, collectibles, etc.

• Complimentary Furniture Delivery* within downtown Chicago! Click for info.
• Shopping Refund Vouchers for Admission by Vendors: Each voucher is for $5 off and the vendors should reduce the purchase price by $5 on items valued $25 or more. Note that not all vendors are able to honor the voucher due to their profit margins and customer should ask vendor if they accept the voucher before they shop in their booth.
• Lower advance ticket price! $8 general online / $3 student online
• KIDS UNDER 12 ALWAYS FREE!
• NEW Early Shopping Saturdays – Outdoors at 8am and Indoors at 9am/ 100% of proceeds going to Chicago House charity. $25 at the door / $20 online advance

And this “Market of Markets” just gets bigger and better! 

VINYL SWAP MEET! Thousands of collectible records from 45’s to LP’s, jazz to rock and show tunes galore will make you tap your toes and groove down memory lane;

FANCY FOOD MARKET! All types of chocolates, cakes, breads, spices, olive oils, salsa to bring home or enjoy during the event;

GLOBAL GOODS BAZAAR! Some delightful crafts and artisan goods representative of Chicago’s ethnic neighborhoods.

Fabulous food and drink specialties abound! Come and dine al fresco against the backdrop of the beautiful Chicago skyline!

THIS IS A PET FRIENDLY EVENT however, due to liability issues with our landlord, your pet is only allowed in the outdoor portions of the market. If it’s a super hot day, we highly recommend leaving Fido at home. Also, for insurance purposes NO PIT BULLS OR DOBERMANS ALLOWED ON PREMISES. Sorry, your dog might be the sweetest in the world – but those are the exclusions to this event.

ONSITE SERVICES TO RESTORE & PROTECT YOUR HEIRLOOMS AND NEW MARKET PURCHASES!
• Appraisal Service
• Onsite Furniture Delivery Service
• Gold Buying Service
• Crystal & Porcelain Repair Service
• Furniture Restoration Service
• Art Restoration Service
• Lamp & Lighting Repair Service


2013 Randolph Street Market Dates 
10-5pm both days
July 27/28
August 24/25
September 28/29
October 26/27
November 23/24
December 14/15

Royal Nursery Inspiration For A Prince Or Princess

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With Prince William and Duchess Kate’s royal baby due in less than two months, HomeGoods has created a list of adorable and affordable nursery accessories perfect for any prince or princess.

Bank on it!

These royal carriage and prince elephant banks would not only be a fun touch to any nursery, they also make unique baby gifts.

$7.99 (compare at $15)

Your Royal Lightness

A lamp is a necessity for any nursery, so why not chose one that adds a fun and whimsy touch to the room?  Whether it be purple pom-poms or a ball from England’s favorite sport…Football!

$29.99 (compare at $50)

A Pink Throne

This soft pink polka-dot upholstered rocking chair will add a glamorous touch to any princess’ nursery.

$49.99 compare at ($100)

HRH Pillow

These plush pillows will complement any sleeping beauty.

$14.99 compare at ($28)

Like father, like son

If helicopter pilot Prince William has a son, he can fall asleep dreaming of faraway adventures with this playful pillow.

$12.99 (compare at $25)

Horsing Around

We all know the Royal family loves their horses, this out-of-this-world rocking horse would be a sure fire hit in any palace or home.

$49.99 (compare at $100)

A Step Up!

These adorable wooden stools will not only help with a toddler’s curtsy or bowing skills, they are perfect for reaching those hard to get to places.

$24.99 (compare at $45)

Fashion Forward Storage
Storage is a must for any nursery, whether it’s for toys or crowns. Why not add a little pizzazz with these chevron patterned fabric baskets in pink and blue?

$12.99 (compare at $24)

Picture Perfect

Even if your baby’s grandmother is not the queen and their uncle is not a prince, family pictures in fun colorful frames are an important addition to a baby nursery.

$8.99 (compare at $18)

Randolph Street Market 3.23-3.24

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The Randolph Street Market Festival is home to the world-renowned Chicago Antique Market, Indie Designer Market,Modern Vintage Chicago and the Holiday Market. As seen in Travel & Leisure, the NY Times, Lucky Magazine and featured on TV news shows and web casts, the Randolph Street Market Festival is considered “a mecca of cool”, “the best hot spot for antiquing”, “the best Chicago venue for people watching”, and “the Barney’s of Vintage”. Celebrity designer Nate Berkus says, “I love this market…the quality is incredible!” As one of Chicago’s most happening monthly parties, Randolph Street Market has become the summer destination!

This European-style, indoor-outdoor urban antique market in the historic West Loop neighborhood features 200 select purveyors of high quality, amazingly priced “finds”, offering unlimited creative inspiration and hours of fun. Shoppers can find furnishings, vintage clothing, jewelry, collectibles, etc.

• Complimentary Furniture Delivery* within downtown Chicago! Click for info.
• Shopping Refund Vouchers for Admission by Vendors: Each voucher is for $5 off and the vendors should reduce the purchase price by $5 on items valued $25 or more. Note that not all vendors are able to honor the voucher due to their profit margins and customer should ask vendor if they accept the voucher before they shop in their booth.
• Lower advance ticket price! $8 general online / $3 student online
• KIDS UNDER 12 ALWAYS FREE!
• NEW Early Shopping Saturdays – Outdoors at 8am and Indoors at 9am/ 100% of proceeds going to Chicago House charity. $25 at the door / $20 online advance

And this “Market of Markets” just gets bigger and better! 

VINYL SWAP MEET! Thousands of collectible records from 45’s to LP’s, jazz to rock and show tunes galore will make you tap your toes and groove down memory lane;

FANCY FOOD MARKET! All types of chocolates, cakes, breads, spices, olive oils, salsa to bring home or enjoy during the event;

GLOBAL GOODS BAZAAR! Some delightful crafts and artisan goods representative of Chicago’s ethnic neighborhoods.

Fabulous food and drink specialties abound! Come and dine al fresco against the backdrop of the beautiful Chicago skyline!

THIS IS A PET FRIENDLY EVENT however, due to liability issues with our landlord, your pet is only allowed in the outdoor portions of the market. If it’s a super hot day, we highly recommend leaving Fido at home. Also, for insurance purposes NO PIT BULLS OR DOBERMANS ALLOWED ON PREMISES. Sorry, your dog might be the sweetest in the world – but those are the exclusions to this event.

ONSITE SERVICES TO RESTORE & PROTECT YOUR HEIRLOOMS AND NEW MARKET PURCHASES!
• Appraisal Service
• Onsite Furniture Delivery Service
• Gold Buying Service
• Crystal & Porcelain Repair Service
• Furniture Restoration Service
• Art Restoration Service
• Lamp & Lighting Repair Service


2013 Randolph Street Market Dates 
10-5pm both days

March 23/24
April 27/28
May 25/26
June 29/30
July 27/28
August 24/25
September 28/29
October 26/27
November 23/24
December 14/15