So you’ve got some new designs in your sketchbook and maybe a collection of finished work that you’re eager to start selling. Or, maybe you’ve already started promoting your work online but want to branch out. Either way, you’ve likely heard of both Contrado and Society6 by this point. You’ll want to know what the […]
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The idea of environmentally friendly fabrics probably conjures up imagery of natural fabrics. They are made with natural fibers sprouting in a huge field or being spun by a bunch of silkworms. It is true that natural fabrics feel great against the skin and only use the world’s natural resources to grow. However, there is […]
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At Contrado, you can design your very own customized curtains and blinds. One of the things you’ve told us you love about this is the ability to create your own custom sizing. In this handy guide, we will cover how to measure curtains and blinds to get the finish you’re looking for. How to Measure […]
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Whether you are working with lace for business or pleasure, it’s a beautiful fabric with wonderful possibilities. There is a reason white lace fabric wedding dresses are so expensive; working with lace is a time-consuming process that requires skill and dedication. It is highly labor-intensive, with couture sewing techniques applied to the construction. But the […]
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The sewing machine is a wonderful invention that has quite a history. If you’ve seen our post on the History of the Sewing Machine, you know it really was a story full of scandal, failure, riots, and death. This post will explore sewing machine manufacturers in more detail. There are some big names that spring […]
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Why make your own wedding dress? So, you’re engaged. Or perhaps someone very close to you has just gotten engaged, and wedding preparations have slowly but surely begun to take over everyone’s lives. Whether your wedding is going to be big or small, in the autumn/winter or summer/spring, the dress is one feature that must […]
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Are you one of those people that peruses different fabrics with awe, wishing you could create your own designs by printing photos on fabric, but often fear that you lack the skills to do so? If this sounds like you, then don’t fret. I am here to tell you two things. Firstly, you’re not alone. […]
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What is leather? It is safe to assume that everyone knows what is leather and most of us have at least one item of clothing or accessory that is made of leather. Derived from the hide of animals, leather is one of the oldest materials known to man and is used for making clothes, shoes, accessories, furniture, […]
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It’s worth braving the crowds at the British Museum to see ‘Hokusai: Beyond the Great Wave’ this summer. Aside from the insights into Japanese culture and image-making, there’s a lot of personal branding tips for artists to learn and how to make a living from your art. This is so relevant to modern creative practice. Hokusai’s broad […]
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When you are trying to establish your design brand, your logo is key. You, therefore, don’t want anyone else to pinch your amazing logo design. Knowing how to copyright a logo and how to trademark it is an integral step when it comes to setting up your design brand, and we’re here to help you […]
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