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Maker’s Row makes it easy for companies and individuals to create products & find the best American manufacturers. We also offer personal sourcing assistance, email us at info@makersrow.com if you are interested!
August 29th, 2014
Take advantage of this upcoming long weekend to get refreshed, organized, and prepared for a flawless season: 1. Schedule your posts. If…
August 12th, 2014
For daily tips and insights straight to your mailbox, sign up for our blog newsletter. As a self-proclaimed “foodie,” Katharine Owens…
August 4th, 2014
With the summer season fast approaching, navigating the wholesale channel is an important thing to keep in mind. There are two major things…
August 1st, 2014
An engineer by education, designer by disposition and an adventurer at heart, Ad Sachan…
July 25th, 2014
“Time flies when you’re having fun!” The old saying held true for the Maker’s Row team this week at Texworld USA 2014. This was our…
July 18th, 2014
This Furniture Trade Show Calendar for the rest of twenty-fourteen covers every category in the home furnishings industry, with a few…
April 3rd, 2014
Once you have your product line and are getting some sales, there are many logistics to think about: retail stores, inventory warehouses, trucks, box and labels, and more. An option worth…
March 14th, 2014
Paul is located in the Brooklyn Navy Yard and has been there for the last 12 years. He’s the owner of Made by Wood, a one man shop that crafts both individual pieces and larger…
March 4th, 2014
Even before the invention of the automobile, Bollman Hat Company was specializing in quality hat production. Bollman Hats was founded in 1868 by George Bollman and continues to make the…
February 20th, 2014
This week we visited an amazing jewelry manufacturer in the flower district of Chelsea, NYC. Christine McPartland has set up her…
January 24th, 2014
We took a visit to learn about M&S Schmalberg, a custom fabric flower manufacturer in the heart of the NYC garment district and what an incredible story they had to share. Started by Morris and…
January 16th, 2014
Makins Hats has been around for over 40 years, but at the end of 2013 it almost closed for good. Marsha Akins opened Makins Hats in 1974, handmaking the first ever Makins hats in her…
January 9th, 2014
Whether you are a seasoned designer or just starting to develop your brand, finding a manufacturer in the U.S. can be tricky. In the past few decades, the accessibility of American manufacturing has…
January 2nd, 2014
On Maker’s Row, we breakdown the manufacturing process into six different stages with the second being patternmaking. A well-made pattern is crucial for making a great product, and there are many…
December 27th, 2013
As a designer, trade shows are a great place to display your upcoming collections, as well as source materials, network with other designers, and connect with manufacturers. Buyers, brands and…
December 12th, 2013
The team at Maker’s Row has been busy adding new features to the site every month to make it easier for you to connect with…
December 10th, 2013
For more on entrepreneurship, production, and sourcing, just sign up for our daily blog email list! What are some of the most important…
December 6th, 2013
There’s nothing quite like New York City during the holidays. Between the decorations, lights, and festive spirit, it is a magical place to be. It is also one of the busiest times of the year,…
December 4th, 2013
Understanding what a patent is, and more importantly if your idea needs one, can be a challenging and confusing process. By definition,…
November 27th, 2013
With the holiday shopping season about to take off in full swing, we put together a list of made in USA gifts that give back! The items…
November 25th, 2013
Maurice Malone is a Detroit native who knows a thing or two about making a good pair of…
November 20th, 2013
Does your company use a “tech pack”? It is one of the most crucial tools to developing your product and making the communication process more efficient between you and your manufacturer, yet many…
November 6th, 2013
NOM.A.D. is a sustainable, made in USA, travel lifestyle brand that launched a crowdfunding campaign yesterday. Ryan Clott, Founder of…
November 4th, 2013
Everett is a men’s tie and accessory brand that is handcrafted in Brooklyn, NY. Inspired by the sights and sounds of NYC, Tinoy Kashif, Nate Coleman and James Brooks created a collection of…
October 29th, 2013
This past Friday we visited Knickerbocker Mfg. Co., a cap manufacturer that is run by three young designers in Brooklyn, NY. Knickerbocker…
October 28th, 2013
What is the goodest t-shirt ever? It’s the t-shirt that gives back! The t-shirt is made by You and Who, a company with a mission to help worthy causes in cities across the country. All…
October 17th, 2013
We had a great time visiting Re-Co BKLYN in Williamsburg! Re-Co BKLYN is a lumber mill that specializes in urban harvested lumber. This means they take trees that fall or are removed due to safety…
October 14th, 2013
We are so excited that we have expanded our resources and are now including furniture on Maker’s Row! To kick it all off, we visited…
October 8th, 2013
Today we are expanding into the furniture industry! Since our launch in November 2012, we have connected thousands of designers and…
September 27th, 2013
Located in Long Island City, Portchester USA is a manufacturer of handbags and leather accessories. Last week I made my way from Brooklyn to their manufacturing facility and Kulwant, the owner of…
September 21st, 2013
It was such a great experience visiting the IceStone factory in the Brooklyn Navy Yard. Sarah Corey, who acts as the entire marketing department for IceStone, gave us a thorough tour of the…