Chris Stone future up in the air
-- Home Textiles Today, 12/29/2009 10:35:00 AM
Vernon, Calif. – Decorative fabrics converter, printer, dyer and finisher Chris Stone, Inc. ceased operating Dec. 21.
The future outcome of the legendary business will be determined over the next several weeks, said Brian Davidoff, of the law firm Rutter, Hobbs & Davidoff, the attorney for the board. “We will have a clearer direction then,” Davidoff said.
The board is evaluating alternatives for the company.
The company was founded in 1977 by Chris Stone and became part of the legendary California design scene of the era. It was noted for its distinctive California drop cloth contemporary motifs mixing hand-printed and hand-painted looks on colored grounds.
Part of its uniqueness in addition to the design originality was the fact that it had its own printing, dyeing and finishing equipment on site.
Chris Stone stepped down from the presidency of the company in 1997 and was succeeded by Ron Kneitel. Stone died in 1998.
Most recently the company was run by Brian Wygle, who left in November.
I would like to sincerely thank all our loyal customers, suppliers and
employees of my father's company over the last 32 years. Your patronage
and exemplary hard work made Chris Stone prominent in the industry for
many years. I deeply regret any inconvenience or hardships you may have
experienced because of the abrupt closing due the events/management
over the last 18 months.
Please remember my father for his innovation, unique vision and passion
for the textile industry. It truly is the end of an era. Again, my profound
appreciation and gratitude to all. Jamie Stone Wheeler
Jamie Stone Wheeler - 2009-12-30 03:46:00 EST
employees of my father's company over the last 32 years. Your patronage
and exemplary hard work made Chris Stone prominent in the industry for
many years. I deeply regret any inconvenience or hardships you may have
experienced because of the abrupt closing due the events/management
over the last 18 months.
Please remember my father for his innovation, unique vision and passion
for the textile industry. It truly is the end of an era. Again, my profound
appreciation and gratitude to all. Jamie Stone Wheeler
don't u like fair trade? another great
company...........gone.
yakker - 2009-12-29 23:50:00 EST
company...........gone.
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Chris Stone Future Up in The Air
Jan 4, 2010
