Archive for September 2024

Toiles and Samples in Fashion Design: What’s the Difference?

Toiles and Samples

When you’re in the world of fashion design, understanding the difference between a toile and a sample can be the key to creating stunning garments without wasting time or resources. Whether you’re a new designer or an experienced hand, choosing between a toile or sample can help you save money, improve quality, and speed up…

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Avoid Disappointment: How to Ensure Success with Your Pattern Maker

How to avoid designer distress

Launching a fashion label is no easy feat, especially if you’re a startup designer. It’s easy to feel frustrated when the process doesn’t meet your expectations. But what if the key to avoiding disappointment lies in understanding how to work with your pattern maker more effectively? In this blog, I’ll share some tips to help…

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The Declining Loss of Skills in Fashion Manufacturing

Declining Fashion

The fashion industry in Australia is facing a growing issue—the declining loss of skills in local manufacturing. From the last dye houses to the final wash houses and knitting workshops, these valuable skills are slowly disappearing. Why is this happening, and how can we change course before it’s too late? I recently had the chance…

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