August 2015
Primitive Trends In Pennsylvania
Primitive Trends In Pennsylvania
Recently we called up 3 stores in Pennsylvania to see what was selling for them. Here is what
they told us:

Missy Hurst – The Old Candle Barn
– Intercourse, PA
Browns, black and cranberry are colors in demand right now. These colors are best sellers in striped and checked placemats and curtains. Whites & creams from farmhouse décor are moving into primitive decor. And I think grey is another growing trend.
Homespice products that sell for us:
- Surprisingly, the Ultra Durable Slims rugs have sold very well for us.
- We display the Ultra Slims rugs flat in rug displays we made out of crates. We carry the multi-color patterns in these.
- We carry the Homespice braided jute rugs and the Mustard Seed, Kingston and Coffee patterns sell best for us.
- I like the Penny table runners and table mats, too.

Crystal Jackson – Jake’s trading Post
– Gordonville, PA
Black & tan in any country or primitive decor line is selling well. This trend has been around for some time and I don’t see it changing anytime soon. Black, red & tan plaid in our curtain line is one of our best sellers at the store. So again, black & tan is the trend here.
Homespice products that sell for us:
- Kilimanjaro braided jute rugs sell the best for us, especially the 20x30’ size.
- We display them flat on shelving and keep several of them rolled up and close to the rug display.

Betsy Fairman – Two Sisters
– Mifflintown, PA
We are in a rural area with a mix of customers who like styles ranging from traditional and country to newer styles. The Fixer Upper show on HGTV has been influential in this area and the upscale farmhouse style is popular. So while we aren’t a primitive store, we have to cater to many styles and primitive braided jute rugs do sell very well for us. We see creams & whites as a growing trend, but we still have customers asking for reds and greens.
Homespice products that sell for us
- We carry the jute braided rugs in Salem and Russett (primitive favorites), but also carry the newer jute patterns like Magnolia , Graceland and Cora .
- We have a 4x6’ Cora hanging up and we have smaller size rugs on the floor under it.
- We use the rugs in vignettes and displays around the store, too.
- We like the Texas Star braided jute rugs. They have done well for us.
- We place a lot of special orders for Homespice rugs for our customers and good communication from the Homespice office on availability and delivery has really helped us with these sales.
5 Rug Tips for Cat Lovers

When we talk about floor decor, if you have a cat, then her habits are central when choosing a rug. Choose a rug which is cat-compatible and you can make sharing your living areas more enjoyable for both you and Fluffy.

1) The most important thing here is you would want a rug that resists accidents, stains and Fluffy’s fur. The most stain resistant rugs are made of synthetic fibers. Polypropylene and Nylon are highly recommended as they keep stains at bay.

2) A lot of rug manufacturers and retailers offer chemical treatment which is stain-resistant. These are generally considered safe for air quality indoors, but a few chemical-sensitive users report that this is debatable. If you and/or your feline have an environmental sensitivity history, then you might want to go light and easy on additional treatments.
3) Avoid white rugs (unless you own a white cat). But even if you have a white cat, blemishes are easily visible on white or light-colored rugs. So choose a blend of dark and medium colors with specific patterns in rugs as they tend to mask stains like cat poop/vomit and hide cat hair much better.
4) Plan for the worst and get a rug that is extremely easy to clean in case Fluffy forgets the way to her litter box. Synthetic, reversible rugs are generally easier to clean with soap and water and to vacuum up cat hair. They are also more durable.
5) A thicker rug, such a braided rug, has more material to help trap liquid from soaking through to your hardwood floor or carpet. Look for a rug that is stain-proof, water-proof and super absorbent.
We suggest Homespice’s Ultra Durable rugs which can be hosed off and air-dried. You can even use bleach on an Ultra Durable with no fear of ruining the rug’s color.

So if Fluffy left a smelly mess and you really want to be sanitary, you can use the bleach to sanitize the rug and then just rinse the rug with water in the shower or with a hose outdoors. But if you don’t find Fluffy’s mess right away, an Ultra Durable rug will have absorbed the liquid mess until you have time to clean up.
A smart choice in pattern or color can help hide fur and accidents between cleanings. And choose smartly in rug construction type and materials to make deeper cleanings easy on yourself. Ensure you do your research very well before you invest in a cat-friendly rug so you and Fluffy will both be purr-fectly happy with it.
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