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Sustainable Innovation: Freudenberg Launches Unique Binder-Free PLA/Wood Pulp Wetlaid Nonwovens

These innovative PLA-based wetlaid nonwovens have a variety of applications in markets such as horticulture, packaging, filtration and healthcare.

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Swedish Innovation Behind New TexChroma™ Spray Dyeing

The TexCoat® G4 Legacy

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Techtextil India 2025: Weaving India’s Journey Toward Global Functional Textile Leadership

The integration of advanced manufacturing technologies, sustainability practices, focus on circularity and innovative fibers has become a necessity. Techtextil India 2025 plays a crucial role in driving this evolution by bringing together stakeholders

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Temple of Bel

My machine has had to go to the repair shop and won’t be back for another 3 weeks- groan, just when I have had all this work percolating and I wanted to make

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Textile Exchange Publishes The Final Criteria For Its New Materials Matter Standard, Marking A Pivotal Shift In Connecting Certification To Impact

The criteria were developed over five years in close collaboration with a designated International Working Group made up of brands, retailers, suppliers, producers, NGOs, and technical specialists. Two publicly consulted drafts and a

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Textile Technology Bellwethers Headline ITMA ASIA + CITME, Singapore 2025 Exhibition

Combined with CITME, a textile machinery exhibition owned by the China Textile Machinery Association (CTMA) and The Sub-Council of Textile Industry, CCPIT TEX since 2008, the combined exhibition is staged outside of China

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The Composites Institute® (IACMI) Launches ‘Make It In America’ National Outreach Campaign

As part of the “Make It In America” initiative, IACMI will establish an annual award spotlighting rising stars shaping the future of America’s manufacturing workforce. The award will be open to any business

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The Story of a Commission

I mentioned in my last post that I was working on a two piece commission. Initially the people commissioning had asked for a large piece- larger than what I normally work or can

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The Textile Institute Marks 100 Years With A Global Expansion Drive

“Our joint presence in Singapore underlines how enduring partnerships strengthen the entire industry,” Kent says. “Corporate Membership of The Textile Institute gives organisations access to an international network of professionals, cutting-edge research and

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The Wild Fantastical Sea

I have been working on sea things these last couple of weeks as well as doing some stitching on paper ( a book Without Words) - these times have been challenging indeed in

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Thermore® Launches Freedom: The New 100% Recycled Thermal Insulation That Bends, Stretches, And Breathes Like Your Favorite Yoga Pants

Combining high flexibility with exceptional shape recovery, Thermore Freedom provides consistent comfort even after repeated use. A patented fiber control technology prevents migration, ensuring long-lasting stability and performance. It’s easy to care for

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Tifaifai- A New Book

The working title at present, but I am just in the process of signing a contract with Editions de Saxe to create a book about all the new Tifaifa’s I created for the

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Tifaifai and Linocut

I want to wish everyone the very best for 2021 and keep safe and healthy. I suspect that 2021 is going to be a lot like 2020- pandemics don’t just disappear despite vaccines

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Time seems to be Bent

A few months ago, one day seemed to just morph into another day without much distinction between the days. But the last month or so has gone crazy busy- or to be exact

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Traveller's Blanket On-line Class

The month has flown since I last wrote a blog post and the intention had been to post a lot earlier as I am running the on-line Traveller’s Blanket class starting 18 March.

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Travelling

It has been the longest time since I have blogged since I started blogging 19 years ago. The longer it went the less I thought I had something to share or say. I

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Trivantage® named finalist in Window Fashion VISION Readers’ Choice Awards

The awards were a “landmark peer-driven program honoring the brands, products, professionals and innovations shaping the future of the window coverings industry,” according to Window Fashion VISION.

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TrusTrace Recognized As A Representative Provider For Digital Product Passports In Gartner® Research

Much of the current industry conversation around DPPs focuses on consumer-facing pilots. But true readiness goes far deeper. DPPs will be required at the individual product level, with accurate, auditable data on origin,

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Turkish Kofte Balls

I have been sewing a dress for my daughter for her school formal. It is an eon since I have sewn clothing, and then she is a bit fussy as well. I just

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Twenty Years of Blogging

It is hard to believe but this month, October, my blog is 20 years old. I have been blogging since 2004 and I must admit have blogged less since joining Instagram sometime in

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UHMWPE Fibers — FET’s Game Changer For The Biomedical Market

Gel spinning starts with extrusion, but the additional washing and drawing technology to produce finished yarn is critical to the overall performance characteristics. An example of the wide range of features and benefits

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Upcoming Exhibition

All things going well ( if these lockdowns ever end) I shall be having a small exhibition in the Sparc Gallery at ArcYinnar starting on the 9th of October until the 31st of

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U.S. Cotton Is A Natural Fit When Moving Away From Synthetics

As the textile industry has evolved, the understanding of its environmental and social footprint has increased as has the acceptance of responsibility for limiting any negative impact and increasing any positive impact. Over

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Uster Technologies Presents Novelties At ITMA Asia + CITME 2025

Newly combining and correlating data of FiberQ — measured with Uster HVI — with data from Uster Quantum yarn clearers, spinners can learn about the influence of different raw material parameters on the

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VDMA Companies Outline Major Benefits In Finishing – And Now Dyeing Too

Michael Schuhmann, Global Marketing Finishing at Archroma Textile Effects, explained that typical key functions provided in textile finishing include sweat and odor control, water repellence and UV resistance. Softeners are primarily applied to

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What to say ?

The country in which I live has been devastated by horrendous bush fires that has resulted in death of people and volunteer fire fighters, loss of property and decimation of forest and wild

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Where did the Year Go?

Despite all the lockdowns ( we had close on eight months with a small break somewhere a third of the way along) time seems to have scurried out of the window. We spent

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Wool’s Rebound: The New Era Of Wool & Protein Fibers

According to the press release, the market value for wool is predicted to almost double from $34.9 billion in 2022 to $63.2 billion by 2033.

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Workshops On-line

I have been teaching on-line classes since 2009 and have chosen not to use a dedicated platform to do this- mainly because I want to keep the groups smallish and also friendly .

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Years End

I am not sure what I have been doing this last month- there has been quite a lot going on in sellling my mothers house and though my brother did a lot of

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7. Techxtile Challenge Başvuruları Açıldı

7. Techxtile Challenge Başvuruları Açıldı 04/09/2025/ETEXTILEMAGAZINE, GÜNDEM UTİB tarafından düzenlenen 7. TechXtile Challenge Tasarım Yarışması için başvurular başladı. “Verimlilik” ana temasıyla gerçekleştirilecek yarışma, tekstil sektöründe yenilikçi ve sürdürülebilir projeleri öne çıkaracak. Final ve

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AEPC Chairman Hails GST Reform as Boost for Apparel Exports

The Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC) has welcomed the Government’s latest GST reforms, calling them a significant step towards making India a developed economy. “AEPC welcomes the Government’s latest #GST reforms. The GST

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ALLIED Expands Transparency Ahead of EU Sustainability Rules

ALLIED Feather + Down, a global leader in high-performance, responsibly sourced, and sustainably processed down, is taking major steps toward a more transparent textiles future. The company is expanding its supply chain transparency

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Best Moissanite Bracelet Brands That Are Actually Worth Your Money

So I was window shopping last month (you know how it is) and saw this absolutely stunning diamond tennis bracelet. Price tag? $50,000. My jaw literally dropped. But then I remembered something my

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BGMEA, Buyers Forum meeting stresses strengthening partnerships for sustainable supply chain

BGMEA, Buyers Forum meeting stresses strengthening partnerships for sustainable supply chain By

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CMAI Welcomes GST Reforms, Urges Uniform 5% Garment Tax

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) has expressed its wholehearted appreciation for the latest changes made in GST rates, particularly those impacting the textile industry. CMAI stated that the government has addressed

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Crystal & HKPC Innovate Graphene Thermal Clothing Tech

Crystal International Group Limited (“Crystal International” or the “Group”) continues to lead innovation in textile technology. The Group has partnered with the Hong Kong Productivity Council (“HKPC”), a globally recognized research institute with

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Digital Dignity: Empowering Workers Through Employment Injury Schemes and Data Trust

Digital Dignity: Empowering Workers Through Employment Injury Schemes and Data Trust By

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How to Get Social Media Followers: 11 Best Tips That Work

Social Media is a place where millions of creators are making content, and it is a platform where growth takes a huge labor. Getting followers is not child’s play; it’s something you have

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Hästens Marks 100 Years with Jack Ryde Anniversary 2000T

Continuing its mission to make the world a happier, more peaceful, and loving place through extraordinary sleep experiences, Hästens, the iconic Swedish family-run business since 1852, celebrates a remarkable milestone — 100 years

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LANXESS Tightens Operations Amid Global Market Weakness

Specialty chemicals company LANXESS faced a challenging second quarter in 2025, as a weak global market environment weighed on its performance. The company posted sales of EUR 1.47 billion, marking a 12.6 percent

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M. A. Jabbar, MD of DBL Group representing Bangladesh at the 14th World Chambers Congress 2025

M. A. Jabbar, MD of DBL Group representing Bangladesh at the 14th World Chambers Congress 2025 By

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Our Technology for Your Success: AUTEFA Solutions at ITMA Asia 2025

!assets/images/autefa_solutions-scaled-2.jpg “autefa_solutions-scaled-2”) Our Technology for Your Success: AUTEFA Solutions at ITMA Asia 2025

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PHDCCI’s 4th Sustainable Textile Summit to Drive Green Future

The PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) is gearing up to host the 4th Sustainable Textile Summit on Wednesday, 17th September 2025, at the Lakshmipat Singhania Auditorium, PHD House, New Delhi. This

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PROGRESS project promotes sustainable growth in RMG industry

PROGRESS project promotes sustainable growth in RMG industry By

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Prominent Bangladeshi business leaders joined at the 14th World Chambers Congress 2025

Prominent Bangladeshi business leaders joined at the 14th World Chambers Congress 2025 By

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Tariff uncertainty bites at Unifi

Delayed orders from major customers had a negative impact on recovery plans. !assets/images/unifi-777x408-boxed.jpg “© Unifi”)

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Textile Shredding Equipment Market to Hit $2.8B by 2033

According to the latest market research, the Global Textile Shredding Equipment Market was valued at USD 1.2 billion in 2024 and is projected to surpass USD 2.8 billion by 2033, growing at an

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Uster Technologies marks 150 years of empowering quality excellence

Uster Technologies marks 150 years of empowering quality excellence By

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ZDHC South Asia Conference 2025, scheduled for 28 November in Bengaluru, India

ZDHC South Asia Conference 2025, scheduled for 28 November in Bengaluru, India By

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Asahi Kasei Showcases PFAS-Free Polyamides, CFRP Recycling

Japanese technology leader Asahi Kasei is set to unveil its latest breakthroughs at K 2025, the world’s premier trade fair for plastics and rubber, from October 8–15, 2025 in Düsseldorf, Germany (Hall 8a,

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ASOS opts for TrusTrace platform

System will provide real-time visibility across the supply chain right back to farm level. !assets/images/asos-725x408-boxed.jpg “© TrusTrace”)

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Bangladesh is Russia’s second largest trade partner in South Asia- H.E. Mr. Alexander G. Khozin

Bangladesh is Russia’s second largest trade partner in South Asia- H.E. Mr. Alexander G. Khozin By

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Bangladesh RMG Export in August $3.17bn export with a growth rate of -4.75%

Bangladesh RMG Export in August $3.17bn export with a growth rate of -4.75% By

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BetaTANK’s Pump-Enabled Robot Redefines Tank Cleaning

The current generation of tank-cleaning robots across the globe typically relies on suction methods to remove sludge. However, these robots lack an onboard pump, limiting suction pressure to just one bar, which has

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Bombay Dyeing Unveils Festive 2025 Home Collection

Bombay Dyeing, one of India’s most iconic and trusted home fashion brands, has unveiled its much-anticipated Festive 2025 Collection. Designed to reflect the joy of India’s festive spirit, the collection merges heritage-inspired artistry

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Decreasing Productionand the Critical Role of Traceability

Decreasing Productionand the Critical Role of Traceability By

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Delays in trade dispute resolution hamper foreign investment

Delays in trade dispute resolution hamper foreign investment By

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E-1 Visa for Textile Merchants in the US: Everything You Should Know About it in 2025

If you are a textile merchant from a treaty country with the United States, you can expand your operations in the American market with the E-1 visa. The E-1 Treaty Trader visa is

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Four RMG exporters share how BRAC University students can shape industry’s future

Four RMG exporters share how BRAC University students can shape industry’s future By

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