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Knit canoe buoyed by 3D
May 6th, 2019
Photo: Composite Creations. VISIONknit, a technical knitting company based in Toronto, Canada, and Canadian collaborators Composite Creations, have launched a 3D knitted canoe. The VISIONknit material can be used on modern flat (v-bed) knitting machines and knit into patterns, accompanying logos and other design features. According to an article in Knitting Industry, the company’s patent pending […]
Speedo + HeiQ = Fastskin
May 6th, 2019
Modifying the surface of fabric at the microscopic level is at the heart of Fastskin, an innovation for a swimwear line by HeiQ and Speedo. Competitive swimmers always want to break their own records, according to a news release from HeiQ. Reducing drag as their bodies go through water is one way to accomplish additional […]
Almost invisible
May 6th, 2019
Protecting the military today requires sophisticated, multifaceted camouflage solutions. by Marie O’Mahony Saab's Special Operations Tactical Suit (SOTACS) uses a camouflage system that allows stealth operations in hostile environments. The customizable suit has multispectral characteristics and offers cover from a wide range of reconnaissance systems. Photo: © Saab AB. New fabric developments in camouflage, as well as […]
IFAI Expo 2019 and Advanced Textiles Conference opens registration
May 6th, 2019
Registration for IFAI Expo 2019 and the Advanced Textiles (AT) Conference is now open. This year’s event will be Oct. 1–4 in Orlando, Fla., with the AT Conference running all day Oct. 1. Several speakers have been scheduled with more to be announced soon. Topics to be addressed include medical textiles, innovation, fabric advancements, safety and […]
Orchard acquires Silk City Fibers
May 2nd, 2019
Orchard Yarn and Thread Co. Inc. is announces the purchase of Silk City Fibers. Both companies are based in Carlstadt N.J. Silk City offers yarns for weaving, knitting, embroidery and crochet, offering over 2000 colors in 50 luxury and natural fiber yarn styles. David Blumenthal, president and CEO of Orchard Yarn said, “This acquisition provides […]
Addressing disabilities in fashion design
May 1st, 2019
The American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) and the Runway of Dreams Foundation teamed up to launch the “Fashion for All” Design Competition. The competition challenged students to design a prom look, for men or women, that re-imagines fashion and function for a person with a disability. Designs responded to the fashion needs […]