May 4th, 2022
With the migration of U.S. manufacturing to other countries, people living in once profitable and thriving cities have been left without jobs and stuck in a dwindling economy with little support….
March 10th, 2022
In recent years, technological advancements have brought us machines that produce products faster and more precisely than humans. We now have 3D machines that can print anything scanned, customized,…
April 3rd, 2019
Deciding to start a T-shirt business can feel like an extremely liberating decision. It allows you the freedom of being your own boss, allowing you to have complete control over where your work will…
July 12th, 2018
Brighten your workplace and your sales projections with colorful uniforms. Let ShirtMax…
June 6th, 2018
Brooklyn is home to many creative spaces, factories, production houses, and manufacturing hubs. The Brooklyn Army Terminal in Sunset Park…
May 23rd, 2018
Former First Lady of the USA, Eleanor Roosevelt once said: “The future belongs to…
May 17th, 2018
There’s no question, the world as we know it is about to change in many ways. What with the likes of machine learning, AI, automation,…
May 16th, 2018
To successfully scale up your sustainable fashion business, the first thing you need to…
April 26th, 2018
Creative inspiration comes in many different forms. Whether it’s a photograph or a signature painting from your favorite artist, certain visuals are instant inspiration. There are many talented…
April 9th, 2018
Monochrome is usually associated with describing black and white images. In reality, it…
April 6th, 2018
Have you been thinking about launching your own apparel brand? When Fashion Nova first launched, they had no idea that they would be…
March 30th, 2018
What’s the secret to designing a product for a market in which you don’t fall? Entrepreneurial contributor Jacob Eberhart, a short-haired…
February 6th, 2018
Photo Credit / Kaboompics. A tech pack is a blueprint for your garment or accessory design. Imagine architectural plans for building a house; every single detail is drawn out, explained, and…
July 24th, 2017
There are three generalized stages to bringing a project to life — Design, Development, and Production. Here’s why each is…
March 16th, 2017
It’s Packaging Week at Maker’s Row! Get free access to our Packaging email course + $10 off membership when you sign up your…
December 20th, 2016
Amy Patrick has worked in various Computer Aided Textile design (CAD) and Color positions in the apparel, textile and bedding industries…
August 18th, 2016
Two weeks ago on Maker’s Row Live we had a very special episode with the Associate Art Director of TYR, James Peay. James has…
July 18th, 2016
1. It’s Not Too Late: Famous Design Entrepreneurs Who Started After 30 Learn how talented designers became successful entrepreneurs…
June 14th, 2016
“The accuracy of color is critical in design. Because what you see on your monitor is never what will appear on a printed sheet,…
June 1st, 2016
As entrepreneurs and designers, it can be easy to get into a rut – looking at the same feeds, websites, apps and blogs for…
May 4th, 2016
For daily tips and insights straight to your mailbox, sign up for our blog newsletter. For years, as a designer, I have always kept…
February 19th, 2016
The role of packaging has become increasingly connected to the success of a product. Think about a recent purchase. Why did you choose one…
February 2nd, 2016
Before contacting a factory, you will need to bring your idea from sketch into a prototype or sample. This step is called Ideation. The best way to do this is by working with a technical…
January 19th, 2016
Last week, the Maker’s Row team got a peek into MCM Enterprise, a production house in Sunset Park that makes everything apparel…
December 30th, 2015
Fibre Athletics creates versatile apparel that is built for a variety of activities and adventures. Our materials are ethically sourced and…
December 23rd, 2015
Last week, the Maker’s Row team had the pleasure of visiting Dynotex, Inc., a high-quality apparel production house based in…
December 19th, 2015
There are hundreds of steps involved in transforming an idea from inside your head to a physical product in your hand and then releasing…
December 17th, 2015
You might not know that Nashville has one of the largest concentrations of apparel designers outside of New York City and Los Angeles…
December 12th, 2015
We had the pleasure of speaking with Geoff and Valerie Franklin, a husband and wife team that designs and manufacturers leather and wood…
December 11th, 2015
Putting your designs into production is really exciting because you see your ideas turn into physical objects. I’ve worked as a fashion…
December 3rd, 2015
The athleisure craze doesn’t seem to quit. Increasingly, brands are seeking to incorporate activewear garments like yoga pants and…