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Democratizing the textile industry through collaboration

New York City Panel Discussion with WoTO Partners moderated by Noah Trager from FIT. In October 2022, Amsterdam based BYBORRE launched a new global initiative called Window of Textile Opportunities (WoTO), together with a consortium of...
Shima Seiki 60th Anniversary Collection. © Shima Seiki

Open Up the Future: Shima Seiki turns 60

Wakayama, Japan Leading Japanese flat knitting machine manufacturer celebrates with anniversary event at headquarters and online. Leading computerized knitting machine manufacturer Shima Seiki Mfg., Ltd. is celebrating its 60th year in business by holding an Anniversary...
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‘Knit and Destroy’: In Conversation with Kandy Diamond

Knitwear designer, maker and lecturer Kandy Diamond’s brand ‘Knit and Destroy’ was launched in 2006. Her knitted products aim to “challenge cultural preconceptions by offering alternative representation of knitting”. We caught up with Kandy...
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Knitwear Lab X Biella Yarn

Almere, Netherlands Knitwear Lab showcases Biella Yarn’s newest Dopamine collection through colourful Fall Winter 23’ knitwear designs. Netherlands based knitwear design hub Knitwear Lab has used its design and knitting expertise to showcase Biella Yarn’s finest...
exoKnit at Neue House in NYC. © Shima Seiki USA

exoKnit project by Jenny Sabin Studios

New York City exoKnit is a community-centred and innovative public pavilion pergola commissioned by the Neue House in New York City. Since 2012, Jenny Sabin has explored ways to break down barriers of knitting for fashion...
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Normality returns? Trends lead the way

Paris Janet Prescott reports from last month’s Premiere Vision in Paris. As a feeling of normality returns to the annual trade landmarks, Premiere Vision arrived earlier than usual to take a place in the line-up of...
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DZ Group chooses Shima Seiki’s SDS-ONE APEX

New York City Leading apparel manufacturer reduces lead-times in sample making. DZ Group is a full-service apparel manufacturer based in New York, Shanghai and Beijing, specialising in design and sourcing of quality knitwear and woven products....
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Positive results for 35th Milano Unica

Milan Conceived, organised and driven by entrepreneurs, Milano Unica offers international visibility to the world of textiles in a highly qualified context. Milano Unica (MU) retains its position as a targeted, top of the range market...
This summer, FutureStitch has expanded its manufacturing into the United States for the first time, opening a new factory in Oceanside, CA. © FutureStitch

Making socks in California with a social conscience

Oceanside, CA, USA Forward thinking socks manufacturer FutureStitch is creating real manufacturing jobs in the USA, recruiting and employing formerly incarcerated women.  Oceanside, California based FutureStitch is a cutting-edge knit producer partnering with some of the...
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Primark expands partnership with Recover

Spain RColorBlend leisurewear range will be available to customers in selected stores across all 14 markets in Europe and the U.S. Primark is expanding its partnership with recycled cotton producer Recover and will become the first...