Diane Walker

New York, NY

Co-Founder at Sweenie Manufacturing

Diane Walker, Creative Director and co-founder of Sweenie Manufacturing Corporation, a full service design company, has been connected to the fashion industry for the majority of her life. Sweenie Manufacturing was conceived in 2008 with co-founder Stacey Demar. They have become the “go to” brand incubator for emerging fitness designers with a focus in active, swim, and yoga.

Written by Diane

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Designing an American Made Swimwear Line

February 19th, 2015

During the depths of the winter, come thoughts of summer, sand and sun. Right after the holidays, swim line development should be starting….
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Designing a Successful Activewear Line

November 12th, 2014

Having designed and produced for numerous new active wear brands over the past 7 years, we have learned an enormous amount of what it…
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4 Items That Will Affect the Price of Your Garments

October 6th, 2014

In design school, your inner design diva is nurtured to not restrict your creative freedom, to help you grasp your inner vision, and to get…
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Fabric Sourcing: 5 Important Points to Remember

September 8th, 2014

Fabrics are both inspiring and innovative. They help to set the theme of each line. Each season, fabric designers and mills create new…
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