Creating a work life balance that suits you can be difficult. It’s a search that is made so much harder when you’re introverted. What if we told you that you can indulge your creativity, make some money and what’s more important, you don’t have to compromise your introvert nature? Well, guess what? There are creative […]
We use this sheer and elegant fabric both for clothing as well as for interior decor, which may leave you wondering exactly what is organza? We take a closer look into this delicate fabric so that we can give you the lowdown and answer that question. What is Organza and Where Did it Come From? […]
So, you have your great idea. The one. The plan that will make you your millions. Now what? How do you get started? What should you be aware of? What do you need to look out for? It can be a daunting time trying to turn your dreams into a reality, so we’ve pulled together […]
When people talk about stores, there are a number of different words that get thrown around, and two of the main ones are eCommerce and retail. But, what’s the difference, what does it all mean? Which is better? Is there a better one? We take a look at eCommerce vs retail, in closer detail, to […]
So, you’ve got your storefront set up and looking beautiful. You’ve sussed your supplier, so you know you’re going to be supplying the best of the best of the best. You’re roaring to go and ready to make your business empire blossom, but, there’s just one snag. Nobody is here. Like that sweet little girl […]
Haute couture is a word that is used a lot, especially in the fashion world. But, do you really know what it means? Or the history behind it? Well, if you don’t then read on to find out more. What does haute couture mean? Where did it come from? The term itself originally referred to […]
Drop-shipping is becoming increasingly popular. Put simply, it is a way to start your own business with little-to-no initial outlay. For a full lowdown on what drop-shipping is and how it works, check out this blog post. But, once you have the process down, how do you work out the best items to drop-ship? The […]
We’re always looking to increase our offering and in doing so we like to listen to what you guys have to say. Many of you said you wanted to be able to integrate your Contrado store with Shopify, and we are proud to say that we delivered! You can connect the two together in just […]
When you snuggle up into your bed for the night, you want to be comfortable. Cool in the summer, warm in the winter and content in the softness of your kingdom for the night. So what is the best material for bedding? How do you know what is going to be a great bedding fabric […]
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? […]