September 17th, 2015
After a year and a half in the research and development phase researching factories, I’ve picked up a few things about selecting the…
September 16th, 2015
Maybe your New Year’s resolution was to only purchase American Made products, but it’s fallen by the wayside as the year’s ticked on….
The spare beauty of the Wald Lamp strikes a balance between sculpture and function, its off-kilter simplicity never stark or cold….
September 14th, 2015
Factories work hard to produce fantastic work and reviews are a great way to showcase those efforts. Reviews let you know what kind of…
September 12th, 2015
I can remember being in love with logos as long as I can remember. There a specific and particular moments in my life that call out to me…
September 10th, 2015
Exclusively Kristen was born out of necessity: there were few brands that made quality shirts for large-busted women. I had a great…
September 8th, 2015
Made in America: it’s constantly evolving, and always sparking conversations. We…
September 6th, 2015
Thought you had to fork out for Made in America? Think again. Here’s proof that buying the good stuff doesn’t have to see you selling your firstborn. Shop the 100 under $50 collection now. …
September 4th, 2015
Need last minute Labor Day plans? You’re covered. We’ve rounded up the best adventures, survival essentials, and reads to…
It’s the start of a long weekend, and we’ve got games on the brain. Card games, board games, drinking games (you know, responsible ones…) – you name it, we’re up for it. Think rounds of…
September 3rd, 2015
Since 2012, we’ve had the honor of working with more than 80,000 brands and 7,500…
September 1st, 2015
We love product design, especially when it makes you see everyday objects in an entirely new way. Here’s five of our faves – we…
August 31st, 2015
Made in America is getting stronger and stronger, and there are plenty of young guns flying the flag for domestic design and manufacturing….
August 29th, 2015
I imagine most entrepreneurs know this feeling at the outset of whatever it is they’re trying to get off the ground: you’re simultaneously crystal clear…and totally lost. You’re…
August 26th, 2015
This is a sponsored post. Are you ready to scale your business? Is your supply chain spread across the USA? Do you have a factory partner…
August 22nd, 2015
After immersing yourself in the world of design, it’s inevitable that the language of the industry will start creeping into your day-to-day conversations. What you need to be aware of, however, is…
August 21st, 2015
This is the start of a 3-part series. I’m the owner and designer of AZMARA ASEFA, a women’s contemporary brand in L.A. I’ve done…
August 17th, 2015
Ready to take things to the next level? Factories deal with countless inquiries from designers hoping to team up to produce their wares,…
August 14th, 2015
Your line’s being carried in stores, and all those late nights sketching and trips to factories have paid off. But it’s important to…
August 13th, 2015
You’re mocking up wireframes, meeting with investors, getting into the weeds of branding and oh, yeah – gotta feed the dog. Maybe…
August 12th, 2015
The world would be pretty boring if we all looked the same, but most designers and manufacturers continue to design and produce clothing…
The bikes of BK are a phenomenon we can’t stop thinking about. Yes, convenience is a player: have you ever tried driving in New York?! But more than that, there’s a pulse behind the bike…
August 11th, 2015
Sure, there’s a natural inclination to think of Bruce Springsteen (hey, Boss) when we say ‘Made in America’. You know –…
August 10th, 2015
Roadtrips have a special place in America’s heart, and we’d take any excuse to get behind the wheel. So did the team at Shaveface, purveyors of American Made strops (yeah, we needed a dictionary…
August 9th, 2015
Here’s a morning hack: cooling your coffee with the Coil Chiller. This bad boy uses ice…
August 8th, 2015
Grown-up games meet lively decor at Fredericks & Mae, a brand that delivers considered pieces emerging from a tumult of color and…
You’re in the weeds of the product details and you’re agonizing over sketches, but there’s another detail to consider, and one that…
August 7th, 2015
Summer sun, something’s begun… They’re saying it’s the end of summer, but we know better. We’re catching waves and skating down streets radiant with heat. The sun’s still bearing down as…
When it comes to samples, we don’t believe in unicorns. Because while it certainly costs more to produce more than one sample, it’s an investment that’s entirely worthwhile when you weigh up…
August 6th, 2015
Next time you’re jumping on a red-eye with a neck pillow in hand, take a moment to check out your surrounds. Sure, you’re probably being given the once-over by TSAs, but you’d be surprised at…
You’ve made vows, exchanged rings and committed to manufacturing in the United States. Mazel tov! Still, there’s a learning curve…