June 22nd, 2014
Samples are the heart of apparel...
June 5th, 2014
Tough question, especially if you are a designer or artist. Your creativity may be fighting hard against your business plan. At…
June 4th, 2014
There are tons of things you learn when starting your own line. In an attempt to learn…
May 1st, 2014
We all know that crowdfunding is a great way to fund a business. Yes, you need to put energy and resources into fulfilling the incentives…
April 29th, 2014
The Importance of Color As designers, we often spend the majority of our time devoted to the form and function of our creations. …
January 7th, 2014
Cotton is one of the fundamental materials used in apparel, but rarely do we think about where it comes from. We partnered with Cotton…
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…
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 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…