SPRINGFIELD, Mo., Nov. 21, 2006 (PRIMEZONE) -- Decorize, Inc. (AMEX:DCZ), a recognized leader in the home accents industry, announced today that it has received an order from Wal-Mart to develop an exclusive line of canvas paintings by Decorize artist, J. Michael Sandel. The collection of nine paintings will be available in select Wal-Mart stores early in 2007. "We are pleased to partner with the world's largest retailer on this introduction," said Scott Hickox, Vice President of Sales for Decorize. "The 36 inch by 36 inch canvas art will be a significant addition to any home and will only be available through Wal-Mart stores."
J. Michael Sandel is a Decorize designer, and has done exclusive designs for Nina Campbell, Cindy Crawford, Broyhill Furniture, and most recently designed product used in HGTV's Extreme Makeover. Sandel is the resident designer for GuildMaster, a Decorize subsidiary, and designs and manufacturers a full line of home accessories and accent furniture.
Decorize, Inc., founded in 2000, is a recognized leader in the home accents industry. The company has developed a vertically integrated design, sourcing and logistics model that reduces costs traditionally channeled into home furnishings. Decorize has served more than 3,000 small and large retail accounts, including national brand names such as La-Z-Boy, Broyhill Furniture Industries, Bombay Company, Home Depot, May/Federated Stores, Neiman Marcus, Rooms To Go, and Sears-The Great Indoors.
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