When buying clothes, or searching for fabric, your first thought might not necessarily be; “where did this fabric come from?” but maybe it should. It is easy to pop into a store, reach for the latest fashions and not question what it is made from. If it fits, looks good and doesn’t cost the earth, […]
DIY tutorials have got to be one of our favourite ways to unwind. We are fortunate enough to be able to work with talented crafters and creators, from all over the world. These creatives are innovative enough to come up with beautiful DIY tutorials, which not only look amazing, but are easy for us not […]
The Contrado artists make up an exciting and revolutionary aspect of Contrado. Our artist’s platform is growing by the week. Showcasing incredible, diverse and independent talent, which we love supporting. The Contrado Creatives are able to display their works on their choice of handmade, Contrado products. Contrado artists leading the way for new talent As […]
Sew, you’re interest in buying a sewing machine. It can be hard to know how to get started. What with the number of makes and models of sewing machines available. Searching for the perfect sewing machine can be a seam-ingly difficult task, but we are here to make things easier. Do I Need to Buy […]
At Contrado, we are pretty lucky. Not only do we get to work with truly inspirational artists, but also wonderful crafters. They are amazing at turning our fabric into some of the best craft tutorials we have ever seen. We work with talented DIY masters, sewers, crafters, and makers from all around the world. These creative artists […]
At Contrado, we are all about making you the designer. We work with creatives, turning their visions into stunning, bespoke products, which they can wear, sell, or fill their home with. But did you know that we have recently launched an artist’s platform? A platform where handpicked artists at Contrado can sell their original artwork onto […]
We tend to get a little excited whenever there is big news in the fabric world. It has just been announced that denim giant Levi’s have partnered up with search engine powerhouse Google, to launch something we will all be wanting to wear. Immediately. If not before. Although it looks like you will have to wait […]
Do you want to create an online fashion brand, but are unsure how? Or maybe your own artistic designer line? Whether you are a graphic designer, artist, fashion designer, illustrator, or some other amazing creative, one thing is for certain; getting your work noticed is tough, and making money from it is even harder. There […]
Did you know that we have a brand-new designer platform at Contrado? Want to inject your wardrobe or home with the freshest designs from the most noteworthy designers and artists around? Contrado Creatives and their designer stores are just what you are looking for. Billie Jacobina’s vibrant designs are something to watch out for New design talent […]
Do you want to know what the freshest trends in fashion and fabric will be in 2018? Fashion Week season is still going strong, and the world is learning about what they will be wearing in autumn and winter. But we want to go beyond that. When it comes to planning your collection for your […]