From one of the most iconic pieces of military uniform, to one of the most iconic pieces in fashion; the trench coat is so much more than an accessory. The history of the trench coat dates back over 150 years, and we are going to delve deeper into the folds of this stylish and essential […]
A History of the Mini Skirt The iconic history of the mini skirt is anything but short and sweet. It involves rebellion, sex and sixties hedonism at its core. Hitched-up hemlines can date back as far 4700BC. But the mini skirt we know and love today was born out of a youth culture movement that […]
What is PUL? PUL stands for Polyurethane Laminate which is a very unique material. Also known as ‘thermal stretch’ or ‘fuzzy rubber’, this waterproof material has a huge range of end uses. Polyurethane Laminate has a number of uses due to the abundance of super-helpful characteristics. PUL fabric has a number of applications from medical […]
Direct to garment printing, also known as DTG is a somewhat new printing technology which is becoming increasingly popular. It has multiple pros and cons, as with all printing methods, but what is direct to garment printing? What is the Direct to Garment Printing Process? The DTG process is pretty much exactly what it says. […]
When people talk about stores, there are a number of different words that get thrown around, and two of the main ones are eCommerce and retail. But, what’s the difference, what does it all mean? Which is better? Is there a better one? We take a look at eCommerce vs. retail, in closer detail, to […]
We use this sheer and elegant fabric both for clothing as well as for interior decor, which may leave you wondering exactly what is organza? We take a closer look into this delicate fabric so that we can give you the lowdown and answer that question. What is Organza and Where Did it Come From? […]
Many times you would have come across a piece of furniture that looks like leather and feels just as luxurious. However, it’s not as prohibitively priced as real leather. Chances are you are looking at a product made of bonded leather. What is bonded leather? Read on to find out all there is to know […]
So, you have your great idea. The one. The plan that will make you your millions. Now what? How do you get started? What should you be aware of? What do you need to look out for? It can be a daunting time trying to turn your dreams into a reality, so we’ve pulled together […]
When looking at fabrics, you’ll notice that the majority of them are split into two types. These are usually either poly fabrics or a natural fabrics. Poly fabrics are – put simply – man-made. They are synthetic materials which we make for a specific use. For more information on that please see our blog post […]
Where to Start Sewing for Beginners When it comes to sewing for beginners, where to start with your sewing kit can often get overlooked. Needles? Check. Threads? Check. Ready to go? Not just yet! There’s a whole array of other useful things you should have in your beginner’s sewing kit from day one, allowing you to breeze through your first […]