15 Instagrams for American Manufacturing

Instagram introduces millions of users daily to the beautiful, filtered world of your favorite companies, people, and organizations. However, there are some profiles that give a rare glimpse into the behind-the-scenes of unfinished products. They share the heart and hustle behind creating American made products.

cidrobo instagram

@cidrobo

Cesar Idrobo is a footwear developer and graduate of SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design) that documents his ideas and creations on his personal page. Follow this page if you are interested in how athletic shoes journey from drawing, to manufacturing and then finished product.

suuchi instagram

@suuchi.inc

This Jersey factory proudly showcases their women owned & operated team creating and making custom fashion pieces for their clients.

pergamena instagram

@pergamenany

For learning more about leather manufacturing, Pergamena is the perfect account to follow. Based in New York, this leather supplier shows the hard work that goes into preparing and treating the leather that make up American-made products.

surfboard instagram

@savagesurfboards

The Savage Brand has been a leader in the surfboard industry over 40 years. Unlike many other brands, Savage is not just aimed at converting followers to customer, but to invite them into the process, hard work and pride that comes with manufacturing their staple product in North Carolina.

alex instagram

@ams_atelier

Alex Snyder is a designer, Project Runway Season 15 contestant, and owner of DNA Group. From manufacturing to photoshoots, Alex shares displays a 360 approach to the fashion industry.

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@clothierdesignsource

Specializing in apparel development and manufacturing, Clothier Design Source shares the process from idea to product in teachable images.

stitch texas instagram

@stitchtexas

Feel like you are directly on the factory floor as this Austin apparel manufacturer shares behind-the-scenes images of their technical design, development, and production business.

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lefty production

@leftyproductionco

Lefty Production Co is a one-stop shop garment manufacturer in the heart of Los Angeles. It’s easy to connect with them as they not only invite you into their studio, and but also stay current on the latest Project Runway episodes.

tacoma instagram

@tacomamfg

Tacoma is a bag design and production company that focuses on canvas and leather for materials.  Their machinery and product shots are amazing, but they also posts some epic shots of scenic Washington state.

stateless IG

@stateless.nyc

Stateless is a team of fashion design veterans passionate about producing fresh clothing lines in the most creative, efficient and effective way possible. They use their Instagram to share the beginning stages of product development:  ideation and design.

indie source instagram

@indie_source

Los Angeles based apparel manufacturer. We offer premium sample development and full package production for large and small brands. #madeinusa

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@fort_standard

Fort Standard is a New York based contemporary design studio founded by Gregory Buntain and Ian Collings. Admire their collaborative work as they share their modern, yet timeless process to producing furniture and home accessories.

tiny fish printing

@tinyfishprinting

For fun colors and printing technology, Tiny Fish is the perfect account to follow. They specialize in the art of screen printing on apparel, paper and glass.

baikal instagram

@baikalhandbagfactory

NYC luxury handbag and accessories manufacturer that works with new designers and established brands.

ny binding co

@newyorkbindingco

Unlike the other companies featured on this list, New York Binding Co specializes in trim that details the final product. Their services displayed include binding, slitting, trimming, and pleating.


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