Everywhere we go, we see leather, but have you stopped to think what the different types of leather actually are? Simply put, leather is any fabric that is made from animal skin. Leather is a hard-wearing fabric that is flexible and wrinkle-resistant, which is why it’s such a good investment. We’ll be covering the many types of leather in […]
Have you ever stopped to think what is a good quality t-shirt? Most people will have at least one t-shirt in their wardrobe – we certainly do! The simplicity and flexibility of t-shirts are unmatched when it comes to apparel, yet most of us don’t give a second thought to whether the t-shirts we own are […]
Since its inception, drop shipping has made it easy for entrepreneurs to open businesses worldwide. If you can write a product description and have basic design skills, you can set up a fantastic website and start selling. The only issue is, once you have a store, how do you get the word out? How do you set […]
As print-on-demand experts since 2002, we know a thing or two about selling custom products. We’ve watched firsthand as things evolved from ordering wholesale, to selling in online marketplaces, and finally, the ability to drop-ship custom products through your website – no physical stock required. This change marked a significant shift in world of eCommerce, […]
Finding the perfect fabric is already challenging enough as it is, but when you bring the question of fabric weight and suitability things seem to get trickier. But we are here to help! In this blog, we will explain what gsm is and why it is important when selecting the perfect fabric. We will also […]
When you hear people talking about all things fabric you will hear the words “woven” and “knitted” thrown around quite often. This may have you wondering what is woven fabric? And what is the difference between knit fabric? Well, we are here to explain to you not only what they are, but how they both […]
There are so many different types of fabric out there. In fact, Contrado prints on more than 100 textiles. We make each and every fabric differently because each fabric is different. Keeping track of all of these fabrics can be puzzling at best, especially when one fabric fits into more than one category. That’s why […]
A versatile fabric that is used in a variety of applications from curtains to bridal wear, you may end up wondering “what is voile?” How can one textile be used for both a delicate, wear-once-and-never-again outfit and an everyday-in-almost-every-home piece of home decor? Well, don’t fret. We’re here to answer your voile-related-questions. What is Voile? […]
Direct to garment printing, also known as DTG is a somewhat new printing technology that is becoming increasingly popular. As with any printing method, it has its advantages and disadvantages, but what is direct to garment printing? Direct to Garment Printing Process The DTG process is pretty much exactly what it says. The inks are […]
What is Scuba Fabric? Scuba is the fashion variety of the well-known Neoprene material (also known as Chloroprene rubber). It’s a double knit fabric that is normally polyester, which has been mixed with Lycra or Spandex. It has a very smooth texture and a fine gauge thread. Scuba fabric is very springy. Another variety, known […]