by Dan McGowan | Jan 17, 2025 | News
As new textiles evolve faster than we can measure, modeling, testing, and quality control are increasingly going digital – to the 3D textiles realm – to keep pace. One of the great minds on the forefront of this technology is GORE-TEX Fabrics Digital...
by Kristi Tucker | Jan 7, 2025 | News
Whether it’s the productivity possibilities, volume variabilities, killer color fidelity, or impeccable image reproductions, dye sublimation (dye sub) printing offers so many advantages. Getting the most out of each job, however, requires a high level of expertise to...
by Kristi Tucker | Jan 6, 2025 | News
TVF was founded 50 years ago, and providing solutions when you need fabric – the right fabric for your specific end use – remains our mission. Over the years, the textile world, the global economy, and the demands of manufacturers, printers, and makers have changed...
by Kristi Tucker | Jan 6, 2025 | News
The responsibilities that accompany horse ownership, showing, riding, and husbandry are almost endless. For those who make the tack and accessories that make the equestrian world run, endless equals opportunity. It also means working with a fabric supplier with...
by Dan McGowan | Jan 5, 2025 | News
The principles of employee ownership can apply to so many facets of textiles. Along with the financial benefits, it also involves concepts like constant improvement, leading from where you are, and an ownership mindset. In this edition of the Textile Nerd...
by Kristi Tucker | Dec 20, 2024 | News
Polyester linen fabric combines the unmistakable texture and durability of natural linen with the performance benefits of engineered durability and printability. TVF’s poly linen lineup features three premium options designed for your next home décor project. While...
by Dan McGowan | Dec 16, 2024 | News
The term expert witness often evokes high-pressure courtroom scenes and “gotchya” moments for ne’er-do-wells. In the case of the textile industry, an expert witness could also be a knowledgeable, experienced voice to protect the integrity of...
by Kristi Tucker | Dec 12, 2024 | News
As you begin exploring the range of fabric options to best fit your specific application, here are 13 key questions to ponder (or to ask!) before you journey toward a textile solution. To unlock the most pertinent things to keep in mind, we turned to TVF Senior Sales...
by Dan McGowan | Dec 2, 2024 | News
The textile industry’s history and influence goes back centuries, but during the last 50 years, the company that brings you this podcast has imprinted its own mark on the ancient craft. As TVF winds down its golden anniversary year, Lori and Dan take a few...
by Dan McGowan | Nov 18, 2024 | News
There’s no question our industry’s knowledge centers are changing and so is the appetite for mentorship. As the waves of experienced members of the workforce continue to clock out for the last time, the Textile Nerd Podcast will explore some strategies to cultivate...
by Kristi Tucker | Nov 18, 2024 | News
With so many fleece options, selecting the right fleece for your next run can become overwhelming. To help you narrow your focus, TVF will serve as a true project collaborator to keep your end use in mind. For anything from cool weather essentials like sweatshirts,...
by Dan McGowan | Nov 4, 2024 | News
Climb into our time machine as we peek into the future of textiles. The frontier is vast and the experts we talk with always have thoughts on where the industry – from fibers to finishes – is headed. Lori and Dan will offer their expert-informed thoughts on what’s...
by Kristi Tucker | Nov 1, 2024 | News
Staying on the cutting edge of textiles grows more challenging by the day. While tried-and-true traditions are still our guideposts, eyes on the future are invaluable as our industry continues to evolve. Three influential members of the textile industry – Apurba...
by Emily Skaar | Oct 29, 2024 | News
Elite printability and performance can coexist! Heavy Scuba Deluxe and Falcon from TVF are here and they’re engineered to deliver bold prints for high-performance apparel, jerseys, and sports uniforms that stand out. Consistency is critical for print runs, and these...
by Kristi Tucker | Oct 25, 2024 | News
It’s no secret that TVF’s in-stock textile selection is immense. So immense, we need our ever-improving warehouse and fulfillment centers near Los Angeles and Indianapolis to manage it all. Whichever textiles you need for your next industrial, home décor, apparel, or...
by Kristi Tucker | Oct 22, 2024 | News
Known globally for its uncompromising quality and known in print shops for its exceptional consistency and printability, Georg+Otto Friedrich exudes the word “premium.” G+O is not only the pioneer of high-quality print media textiles, but for 70 years, the...
by Kristi Tucker | Oct 14, 2024 | News
October 18th is International Legging Day, and we’re obviously into it. We love a great pair of leggings for their form-fitting-flattery, but more than that, we go wild for the functionality and technical assets that a consistent and elite polyester blend legging...
by Dan McGowan | Sep 21, 2024 | News
Often known as an affordable workhorse that will eventually get thrown away, vinyl is usually only thought about when it rips. On the latest edition of the Textile Nerd Podcast, Lori and Dan will break out the crystal ball with industry big wig Robert Hinsch to...
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