Category: Seam Apparel

Fabric Dyeing Techniques: A Beginner’s Guide to Tie-Dye, Shibori, Ombré & More

You have a beloved vintage shirt or skirt with a slight fade. Or perhaps you just want to make some simple cushions or drapes look nicer. In any case, you can’t wait to incorporate some color into your textiles. Making your fabric dye is incredibly fulfilling and far less expensive than purchasing new items. The […]

Marker-Making and Pattern Grading Techniques

Pattern-making is an expert craft used in the manufacturing of apparel. With a small margin of error, clothes are made to specification with the attention to detail and skill that go into each pattern. Your sketches must be converted into technical drawings after you’ve designed your garments to start making patterns. A marker is the […]

A Step-by-step Guide About How To Make A Shirt Glow-in-the-dark

Do you know those awesome shirts that glow under UV light at raves and nightclubs? Have you ever wished to create your own DIY version to wow your friends? Now you can thank these simple, fantastic DIY glow-in-the-dark shirt ideas. All you need are a few basic supplies, and your creativity will shine through—literally! Whether […]

Outsourcing Manufacturing In The Fashion Industry: Pros And Cons For Small Businesses

Fast-rising fashion demand causes businesses to frequently become overburdened with internal manufacturing. You own a successful small fashion business and want to take it to the next level. Outsourcing your manufacturing is an option worth exploring. The fashion industry frequently outsources manufacturing; up to 97% of the apparel sold in the United States is produced […]

7 Ways To Find A Designer For Your Clothing Line

The first notion that comes to mind when considering a successful business is the idea of offering amazing fashion items, even before creating a fashion brand or company. And every outstanding fashion item is the work of a superb designer. The only thing that matters in the fashion industry and the only thing that will […]

12 Types of Garment Samples – You Should Know About for Apparel Production

So you’re ready to get your clothing line into production? That’s an exciting step! But before you can start churning out those t-shirts and jeans for your adoring customers, there are some important garment samples you need to familiarize yourself with.  As a clothing designer, knowing the 12 different types of sampling will ensure your […]

The Ultimate Guide for Production Management in Fashion Business

You’ve worked hard to build your fashion brand, and now your designs are selling like hotcakes. However, you now need to choose how to scale your manufacturing to meet demand while preserving good quality. Any clothing and accessory firm must have effective production management in fashion. If you don’t get the right systems and processes […]

6 Easy Steps To Get Your Clothing Brand In Stores

You’ve spent months designing and producing your first clothing line, and now you’re ready to get it in front of customers.  While selling online and at local markets is great, having your line carried in retail clothing stores is the real dream. It’s difficult to enter stores, but you can succeed with the appropriate planning […]

10 Ways To Keep Clothes Smelling Fresh In Storage

Are you looking for ways to keep your clothes smelling fresh while tucked away in storage? The last thing you want to happen when you open that trunk or bin is for a musty smell to meet you, whether you have garments stored in the attic or packed away for the winter. Here are 10 […]

Screen Printing And Embroidery: Similar, Yet Different

You’ll have to make another crucial choice about the design of your logo after deciding what kind of personalized gear you’ll be getting (more on that later).  Considering that your logo is already etched in stone, your design must capture the spirit and culture of your company. This includes thinking about the logo itself, the […]