Sublimation printing is becoming more and more popular. It is a form of digital printing that uses a specialised paper. There are many pros and cons of sublimation printing, but overall it is clear to see why it’s gaining so much traction. So, what is sublimation printing? The Sublimation Process Sublimation is a chemical process. […]
When researching or reading about different fabrics, you are likely to see the word yarn mentioned a lot. ‘Made from spun yarns’ or ‘with synthetic yarns’ are a couple of examples. But what is yarn? What is spun yarn? Are there other types? What does it all mean, and how much relevance does this bear […]
Screen printing – also known as silkscreen – is arguably one of the most common processes used in the textile industry. As with all printing methods, it has its pros and cons. These can be weighed up to see if it is the best method for you. So, what is screen printing, exactly? How is […]
If you want to breathe new life into your home, without entirely redecorating or having to invest in all new furniture, then we might just have the solution for you. It could be time to reupholster some of your old, tired furnishings and bring them forward into the 2020s. But what exactly is upholstery? And […]
A new year is fast approaching, so you need an updated fashion events calendar to ensure your 2020 is as stylish and in the know as possible. From International fashion weeks, to trade shows, to exhibitions; knowing what events are happening will keep your fashion credentials sky-high. Whether you are a student, a professional or […]
Adding your logo to things can make it instantly recognisable as yours. If you’re trying to build your very own product empire then you need to know how to print a logo on fabric whilst keeping the variety in your range that you intended. How to Transfer a Logo Onto Fabric So we now know […]
Have you heard the news? Contrado has developed an app that allows you to connect your Contrado storefront to a Shopify account, allowing your customers to place their orders through Shopify. If you’re as excited as we are about this, then what are you waiting for? It’s super easy to get started, and if you […]
When looking at fabrics, you’ll notice that the majority of them are split into two types. These are usually either poly fabrics or a natural fabrics. Poly fabrics are – put simply – man-made. They are synthetic materials which we make for a specific use. For more information on that please see our blog post […]
Ever fancied yourself a seamstress? Want to make your own clothes but aren’t sure where to begin? Well, we have scoured the internet for you and contacted some real-life dressmakers to ask them what the one thing that they wish they had known when they were starting out was. That’s right, we’ve searched high and […]
You’ve been telling us that you want to be able to connect your Contrado account to your Shopify store. Well, the good news is that your cries have not been falling on deaf ears! We have been hard at work throughout 2019 to develop an app to make it happen! The moment you’ve been waiting […]