Previously, we have learnt about the origins, compositions and uses of different kinds of fabrics. When talking about fabrics, I am certain that you have come across the term ‘seam’. How many times have we sighed in frustration when the ‘seam comes undone’ in our favourite top? Well, today we are going to learn a […]
Broadly Juki sewing machines have pretty much always been made in Japan. Although multiple offices and sites were founded worldwide, it wasn’t until pretty recently that Juki moved their manufacturing outside of the Japanese roots of the company. Take a look at the brief history below to find out more for yourself. Juki – A […]
What is sustainable fashion? Sustainability has two different definitions. The first is the ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level, and the second is the avoidance of the depletion of natural resources in order to maintain an ecological balance (according to Google dictionary). When it comes to sustainable fashion, we refer to […]
What is Poplin Fabric? If you’ve ever asked yourself about the meaning of ‘what is poplin fabric’ then you’re in the right place. You’ve probably, most definitely, worn some variation of poplin, whether it’s 100% cotton poplin or a cotton-poly blend. Whilst traditionally it was primarily used for commonplace attire, it now has a place both in your […]
At Contrado we strive for sustainability, opting for eco-friendly materials and practices wherever possible. That’s why we try to reduce our impact on the environment. One way is by decreasing waste, recycling or re-homing leftover textiles. We’re now offering free fabric remnants to anyone who wants them, with scraps of everything from fleece to silk […]
Due to recent news and current trends, lots of people are left asking “What is fast fashion?” Well, fast fashion is like the fast food of the fashion industry. When you boil it down to its simplest terms, it’s where you pay much less for something and end up not quite fully satisfied. Just like […]
Throughout my whole life, it has always been tradition to wear white at a wedding. Only if you’re the bride of course, in fact, it’s very much customary not to wear white unless you’re the bride. For as long as I’ve known, and my parents, and even my grandparents and great grandparents have known, a […]
Many a times you would have come across a piece of furniture that looks like leather and feels just as luxurious. However, it’s not as prohibitively priced as real leather. Chances are you are looking at a product made of bonded leather. What is bonded leather you ask? Read on to find out all there […]
Singer sewing machines have a long and rich history, dating as far back as 1851. These beautiful machines have evolved over the years but are still standing the test of time. Some of the older models are highly sought after by collectors and sewing enthusiasts. If you’ve nabbed one of these beautiful bargains at a […]
Contrado Wants You Have you ever wondered where to sell art? Especially online. Promoting your brand has always been a struggle for the creatives among us, but it doesn’t have to be. Contrado was launched with the aim of creating a curated e-commerce space for UK and international artists and designers to sell their art online […]