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February 13, 2013

Key Terms To Know When Sourcing Fabric

Types of Fabric Suppliers: Mill: A company that takes raw materials and manufactures fabrics and textile products by spinning, weaving, knitting, etc. Many mills offer made […]
February 13, 2013

Sourcing Fabric for Production

When it comes to sourcing fabric for production, there are a number of important things to consider. First steps: During the initial design concept phase, identify […]
June 14, 2012

Quantifying Small Run Production

Many emerging designers who want to outsource production find the minimums required by most sewing contractors far beyond their reach. Small run production sounds like the […]
March 2, 2012

Who Should Make Your Patterns?

Do you think you can handle making your own sewing patterns? How about directing someone else to do so? Do you even know the first thing […]