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Fabric Workshop and Museum - http://www.fabricworkshop.org/
USA. Non-profit arts organization devoted to creating new work in fabric and other materials in collaboration with emerging, nationally, and internationally recognized artists. |
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Woolfurnishings Designroom - http://www.woolfurnishings.com/
Interior textiles division of the Woolmark company. Includes information about the Woolmark logo, Woolmark blend interior textiles, carpets, bedding products, blankets, furnishing fabric and wool care. |
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DecoFinder - http://www.decofinder.com/
Search engine for furniture, interior fabrics and furnishings, created by Distrimart, Sarl. On-line converting and calculation tools. Links to related sites. Multi-lingual site. |
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The Clothworkers’ Company - http://www.clothworkers.co.uk/
UK. Registered charity evolving from one of the City of London's historic livery companies, involved in promoting textiles, principally through educational grants, fostering the development of technical textiles, and supporting the nation's textile heritage. List of available publications. Historical information and art collections on PDF files. |
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Textiles Online - http://www.e4s.org.uk/textilesonline/index.htm
Educational resource designed to enhance the understanding of textile manufacturing processes, their impact on the environment, and how to reduce that impact in the future. From E4S-Environmental Teaching Resources. |
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Tartans of Scotland - http://www.tartans.scotland.net/
Information resource about Scottish tartan fabric design, production, wearing and interpreting. Descriptions of tartan types. World tartan register. Links to related sites. |
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Textile Industries - http://www.textileindustries.com/
Resources and magazines for the global textile industry. |
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CFCA. China Fashion & Color Association - http://www.fashioncolor.org.cn/
Science and technology organization, engaged in color research, forecast, design and applications in textiles and garment, interior design and architecture, and industrial products. English and Chinese. |
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TextileArts - http://www.textilearts.net/
Virtual arts center, developing web and community resources for artists, students, tutors, researchers and businesses involved in art textiles. |
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Inteletex - http://www.inteletex.com/
Textile business information and resource site. Business news and market reports. Marketplace. Company directory. Calendar of events. From World Textile Publications, Ltd. |
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GAFTT. Global Alliance for Fair Textile Trade - http://www.fairtextiletrade.org/
World wide alliance of textile and apparel groups, promoting the principles of fair trade and free markets, and actively opposing unfair or illegal practices. |
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Thailand Textile Institute - http://www.thaitextile.org/
Autonomous organization, funded by government and industry, and focusing on technical, marketing and human resource development activities in the Thai textile industry. Business information, news, statistics and trade regulations. Marketplace and forum. |
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CITEVE. Centro Tecnológico das Indústrias - http://www.citeve.pt/
Portugal. Technology center for the Portuguese textile and garment industry, active in quality awareness, certification and standardisation, health and safety, environment, energy, production areas, and management and marketing issues. |
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The Roger Milliken Textile Library - http://www.itt.edu/Library/
Link page to catalogues, references, acquisitions and literature search at the worlds' largest English language textile library. Based in The Institute of Textile Technology, Virginia. |
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Guide to Information Sources in Textiles - http://www.hw.ac.uk/library/concisetextiles.html
A directory of links to reference sources, publications, research sites, organizations, bibliographies, statistics and commercial companies, relating to the textile and fashion industries. Compiled by Peter Sandison. |
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Textile Connect - http://www.textileconnect.com/
Web site of the North Carolina State University College of Textiles, designed to serve as an information resource connecting global textile events, products, markets, and company information from government, industry, and academic sources to the North Carolina textile complex. |
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Innovathèque - http://www.innovathequectba.com/
Information resource, materials database and forum for professionals in the upholstery, furnishing, and interior design and decoration industries. Links to related sites. English and French. |
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The Textile Rooms - http://www.textilerooms.com/
Information resource and marketplace for fibers, yarns, textile products and machinery. Dictionaries, glossaries and conversion tables. Search engines, directories, chat forum and global events calendar. |
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FR-One - http://www.fr-one.com/
Information resource and portal to standards in furnishing fabrics that are required by national regulations to have flame resistant or flame retardant properties. |
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The Textiles Rooms - http://www.tex2tex.it/
Resource for commercial, technical and general information about the global textile industry. |
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The Comfort Council - http://www.livecomfortably.com/
USA. Independent advisory board of design and lifestyle experts that specialize in helping consumers achieve comfort in the home and in life, created by Hollander Home Fashions. |
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Textil Server - http://www.textil-server.de/
Resource for the German textile and apparel industry. Directories of manufacturers, suppliers and organizations. Technical information. Calendar of fairs and exhibitions. List of books and publications. Links to retail outlets. English and German. |
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NT. Dutch Textile Institute - http://www.nedtex.nl/home.html
The Netherlands. Professional association of engineers, chemists, colorists and economists in the Dutch textile industry. Links to related sites. English and Dutch. |
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International Textiles Archive - http://ulita.leeds.ac.uk/wiki/mediawiki-1.10.1/index.php/Main_Page
UK. Department in the University of Leeds, dedicated to collecting, preserving and documenting textiles and related design materials, and promoting public use of its collections for research and publication. Links to educational resources. |
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Maison du Lin - http://www.lin.asso.fr/
Information resource on linen for designers, manufacturers, buyers and journalists. Company and designer listings, and designer book. English and French. |
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The Harris Tweed Authority - http://www.harristweed.org/
UK. Custodians of the Orb trademark for genuine handwoven Scotland wool fabrics. History of Harris tweed. Description of manufacturing process. Downloadable postcards, screensavers and desktop patterns. |
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The Textile Guide - http://www.thetextileguide.com/
Information resource for professionals involved in the fabrics specification process. Environment and sustainability. Natural and man-made fibers. Manufacturing processes. Color matching methods. Testing procedures and flammability test. Detailed glossary of terms and phrases. From Interface, Inc. |
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Preventex - http://www.preventex.qc.ca/en/default.asp
Canada. Independent, non-profit organisation involved in prevention of work related accidents and diseases within the Quebec textile industry. Library of articles on PDF files. |
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Numtex - http://www.numtex.com/
Forum aiming to familiarise textile manufacturers with the implications, possibilities, materials and impact of digital printing on production and marketing processes. English and French. |
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DraperyPro - http://www.draperypro.com/
On-line forum and e-mail service for professionals in the soft window covering industry. Design galleries. List of trade events. Members' directory. Links to related sites. |
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The Textile Centre of Excellence - http://www.textilehouse.co.uk/
Portal for UK textile manufacturing companies provides information on textiles, health, safety, training, development and conferencing services. |
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CITYC. Centro de Información Textil y de la Confección - http://www.cityc.es/
Web site of the Spanish information center for the textile, apparel and leather industries. Links to organizations, educational, research and testing institutes, technological centers and services. Business data and news. English and Spanish. |
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Textile Intelligence - http://www.textileexcellence.com/
Textile industry news and market analysis. Marketplace. Trade resources for subscribers. |
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Annie Sherburne - http://www.anniesherburne.co.uk/
Information resource about ecologically friendly and fair trade textiles and textile materials. |
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Converting Influence - http://www.convertinginfluence.com/
Information resource and network platform for Wisconsin, USA based textile, paper,plastic and nonwovens converting companies. Detailed directory of links. |
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Rooms for Free - http://www.roomsforfree.de/
International forum for knowledge exchange between European design centers focused on textiles, fashion and interiors. |
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Fashion Creative Network - http://www.fashion-net.com/
Information resource on the Japanese fashion and textile market. Monthly reviews of sales. Links to resources and industry sites. Free company registration. |
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Custom Home Furnishings Network - http://www.workroomconcepts.com/
USA. Information resource, consultants, and organisers of classes and conferences for individuals and companies in the custom home furnishings market. Bookstore and discussion forum. |
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Canadian Pollution Prevention Information Clearinghouse - http://www.ec.gc.ca/nopp/docs/fact/en/cppic.cfm
Multiple choice search page for on-line available information about environmental, pollution prevention and best practices issues, related to the textile industry. From Environment Canada. |
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Phi Psi Textile Fraternity - http://cyberbuzz.gatech.edu/phipsitf/
USA. National textile fraternity founded with the goals to promote good fellowship, social interaction, mutual advancements of its members, and the art of textile manufacturing. Theta Chapter at the Georgia Institute of Technology. |
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Nomite - http://www.nomite.de/
Quality certification seal of European Down and Feathers Association, confirming that bedding articles displaying the mark are fit for house dust mite allergy sufferers. |
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SEAM. Support for Environmental Assessment and Management - http://www.eeaa.gov.eg/seam/
Egypt. Government implemented program of action plans for improved environmental management, planning and services for industry and population. Collections of PDF manuals and case studies of cleaner production initiatives for the textile, food, oil and soap sectors. |
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The Textile Restoration Studio - http://www.textilerestoration.co.uk/
UK. Textile conservation studio, involved in cleaning, repair, support, mounting for display and storage of antique samplers, embroideries, costume and costume accessories, lace, furnishings, banners, ecclesiastical items and full size tapestries. Also, technical consultant and lecturer on textile conservation. Links to related sites. |
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Swiss Guarantee VSB - http://www.plumarex.ch/
Switzerland. Quality label for manufacturers of feather and down filled duvets and pillows which are members of the VSB trade organization. Information about goose and duck down and feathers. Duvet size chart and care guide. List of member companies. FAQ. Links to related sites. English, German and French. |
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Textile Institute Australia - http://www.textileinstitute.com.au/
Australian chapter of the UK based, global institute of the textiles, clothing and footwear industries, focused on the organization of conferences and seminars, and technical and scientific publication. |
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The Worshipful Company of Woolmen - http://www.woolmen.com/
Registered charity primarily active within the British wool industry giving awards and grants to universities providing degree courses in Textiles and Agriculture. Calendar of events. |
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Seri.co - http://www.seri.co.it/
Trademarked quality certification label for Italian made silk and silk rich fabrics. Detailed explanation of principles and procedures. List of licenced companies. English and Italian. |
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Gutman Library - http://www.philau.edu/library/resources/textiles.html
From the Philadelphia University, USA. Categorized collections of links to textile art, chemistry, technology and industry. |
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Hong Kong Institution of Textile and Apparel - http://www.hkita.org/
Non-profit organization for the Hong Kong textile and apparel industry, aiming to improve the academic and professional standards of its members. Training and educational programs. Seminars and conferences, and publications. English and Chinese. |
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All About Fabrics - http://www.all-about-fabrics.com/
Information resource for textile fabrics buyers, sellers and users. Suppliers' directory. Marketplace. Design gallery. Calendar of events. CV bank and job opportunities. Dictionary and list of textile books. Multi-lingual Site. |
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Silk Mark Organization of India - http://www.silkmarkindia.com/
Quality assurance and certification organization of the Indian silk processing and manufacturing industry, dedicated to the development and promotion of silk in textiles. Calendar of events. Links to related sites. |
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Textile Postage Stamps - http://www.allfiberarts.com/library/aa00/aa100200.htm
Virtual gallery of stamps with a textiles themes, arranged by country. From All Fiber Arts. |
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The Worshipful Company of Weavers - http://www.weavers.org.uk/
UK. Registered charity, involved in granting scholarships, awards and bursaries related to the textile industry. Comprehensive glossary of technical terms and definitions. Links to related sites. |
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Upholstery Net - http://www.upholsterynet.com/
Upholstery resource site dedicated to all aspects of the upholstery business, including information, tutorials, forums and consumer tips. |
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Textile Info Online - http://www.textileinfoonline.com/
Information, education and technology resource of the Indian textile association. Discussion forum. Industry news and calendar of events. Links to related sites. Access to technology information upon registration. |
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GTTA. Garment, Textile and Technology Association - http://www.mtpltd.com/gtta.htm
Ireland. Organization of scholars and professionals, focused on aiding textile and clothing companies with achieving improved business performance. Consultancy. Training and education, and research, design and development services. |
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MO-TAC. Missouri Textile and Apparel Center - http://extension.missouri.edu/hes/impact/impact99/thread.htm
USA. Technical center in the University of Missouri, serving sewn products manufacturers, contractors, retailers and entrepreneurs in Missouri and the Mid West. |
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Ph2 Textiles Research Project - http://www.csm.u-net.com/index.htm
Textile design survey and internet-based design collaboration. |
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The Worshipful Company of Framework Knitters - http://www.frameworkknitters.co.uk/
UK. Registered charity supporting almshouses for retired employees of the British knitting and hosiery industry, and administering student bursaries and award schemes. Calendar of events. Links to related sites. |
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Scottish Textiles - http://www.scottish-textiles.com/
Network of textile companies, dedicated to the promotion and technological development of the Scottish textile industry. Technical and industry information. Directories of companies. Links to related sites. |
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TID - Textiles Publications - http://www.tid.gov.hk/textonly/english/aboutus/publications/textiles/textiles.html
List of HTML and PDF documents and forms relating to the application for textile import and export licences to and from Hong Kong. From the Hong Kong Trade and Industry Department. |
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Cotton USA Sourcing Program - http://www.cottonusasourcing.com/
Export promotion program managed by Cotton Council International (CCI), dedicated to facilitate business relationships and information exchange between the US cotton textile industry and garment manufacturing companies throughout the Americas. |
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Centre for Canadian Fashion and Design - http://www.ntgi.net/ICCF&D/plant.htm
Information resource on textile fabrics and fashion design. Complete list and descriptions of natural fibers. |
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The Textile Network - http://www.industrie.gouv.fr/biblioth/docu/dossiers/sect/textileGB.pdf
Information resource about the French textile and nonwovens industry. Textile glossary. Includes links page to traing and education, history and culture, research and development, corporate and trade event sites. Library of articles. From FranceTech. |
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Soil Association Organic Textile Standards - http://www.organicpurewool.co.uk/S-A.orgtextilestandards2007.pdf
Industrial standards for companies involved in processing, manufacturing, packing, labelling, import and export, and distributing of certified natural textile fibers and products, based on the Global Organic Textile Standards. |
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Textile Resources - http://stoutinfo.uwstout.edu/lib/subjects/textile.htm
From the Library Learning Center of the University of Wisconsin-Stout. Categorized directory of links to textile related web sites. |
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Tribal Textiles - http://www.tribaltextiles.info/
Homepage of Pamela A. Cross, providing an information resource about the tribal textile cultures of China and Southeast Asia, including photo galleries, articles and scientific studies. Links to related sites. |
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ZiTex. Initiative for the Future of Textiles - http://www.zitex.de/
Germany. Independent, non-government funded association for the textiles and clothing industry in North Rhine-Westphalia, involved in the development of activities and resources for the improvment of the medium and long-term prospects of companies and research bodies in the industry. List of publications. Links to related sites. English and German. |
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Library Learning Center - http://stoutinfo.uwstout.edu/
From the University of Wisconsin-Stout. Textile resource om the world wide web. Catalogs, dictionaries, guides, indexes, publications, directories, standards and dissertations. |