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90+ Bid Opportunities Posted on SEAMS Association Website BID OPPORTUNITIES TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS DON'T MISS OUT! We currently have?90+?Bid Opportunities posted on the SEAMS Website! There is a wide variety listed at this time which includes various types of cloth, thread, flags, cords, various uniforms including band, fire, police; mattresses and bedding, medical, athletic wear, bags, and more posted in the?Member Only Bid Opportunities?section of our website.?Log in using your member username and password and hover over Members to find the Bid Opportunities: https://seams.org/login/. If you are not a current SEAMS member, have interest in learning more about these bid opportunities and the many other benefits of membership, please contact our office at 803-642-1111. Your participation and support of SEAMS is greatly appreciated. #AmericanTextiles #WeMakeAmazing #Yarns #Fibers #Fabric #Fashion #Knitting #Weaving #Apparel #Sustainability #Sourcing #SupplyChain #CutAndSew #Textiles #FashionDesign #TechnicalFabrics #IndustrialFabrics #BuildingASupplyChainBridge #Nearshoring #Onshoring

Fabricating the Future: Exhibit & Sponsor Opportunities Await! SECURE YOUR EXHIBIT SPACE TODAY! SEAMS Association and AATCC (American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists), leaders of the textile industry, have partnered to present?Fabricating the Future: AATCC and SEAMS 2025 Annual Conference.?This premier event, to take place October 5-7 at The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa in Savannah, Ga., offers a unique opportunity to connect with industry leaders, network with peers and showcase cutting-edge innovations as one of the event’s renowned exhibitors or sponsors. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect, learn, grow and showcase your company at the Fabricating the Future Conference! Check out Exhibit & Sponsorship Opportunities: https://lnkd.in/eP8p_mXt #AmericanTextiles #WeMakeAmazing #Yarns #Fibers #Fabric #Fashion #Knitting #Weaving #Apparel #Sustainability #Sourcing #SupplyChain #CutAndSew #Textiles #FashionDesign #TechnicalFabrics #IndustrialFabrics #BuildingASupplyChainBridge #Nearshoring #Onshoring

News from SEAMS Association member HAMRICK MILLS: If you are preparing a bid in response to any of the “Bid Opportunities” featured on the SEAMS website that?require woven fabrics, we invite you to explore partnership opportunities with Hamrick Mills. ? We specialize in producing a wide range of high-quality woven fabrics and may offer an ideal solution to meet the specifications of your bid. Our experienced team is ready to provide competitive quotes and assist you in selecting the most suitable fabrics for your project. ? For inquiries or fabric recommendations, please reach out to: ? ?????????Jim Hopkins |?[email protected] ?????????Roy Lockett |?[email protected] ? We look forward to the opportunity to support your success. #AmericanTextiles #WeMakeAmazing #Yarns #Fibers #Fabric #Fashion #Knitting #Weaving #Apparel #Sustainability #Sourcing #SupplyChain #CutAndSew #Textiles #FashionDesign #TechnicalFabrics #IndustrialFabrics #BuildingASupplyChainBridge #Nearshoring #Onshoring

News from SEAMS Association member Avantex: MIAMI – Avantex, a leading provider of AI-enabled software solutions for the fashion, apparel and textile industries, announced the appointment of CARLOS EDUARDO BOTERO as its new president for Latin America. Botero brings over two decades of experience in the textile and fashion sectors. He served as the executive president of Inexmoda, Latam’s premier fashion institute, for 14 years, where he was instrumental in expanding the institute's services and enhancing the global competitiveness of Colombian fashion. Under his leadership, Inexmoda's revenues grew significantly, and flagship events like Colombiatex and Colombiamoda saw exponential growth in attendance. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eyxcb2Xw #AmericanTextiles #WeMakeAmazing #Yarns #Fibers #Fabric #Fashion #Knitting #Weaving #Apparel #Sustainability #Sourcing #SupplyChain #CutAndSew #Textiles #FashionDesign #TechnicalFabrics #IndustrialFabrics #BuildingASupplyChainBridge #Nearshoring #Onshoring

News from SEAMS Association member Supertex, Inc.: Supertex, Inc., established in 1982 is a fully integrated, vertical warp knitting mill.?They are engaged in the production of raschel and tricot fabrics for a wide range of textile applications. The company has production capacity available. For more information, email [email protected]. www.supertex-inc.com #AmericanTextiles #WeMakeAmazing #Yarns #Fibers #Fabric #Fashion #Knitting #Weaving #Nonwovens #Apparel #Sustainability #Sourcing #SupplyChain #CutAndSew #Textiles #FashionDesign #TechnicalFabrics #IndustrialFabrics #BuildingASupplyChainBridge #Nearshoring #Onshoring #MadeInAmerica #MadeInUSA #WarpKnitting #Raschel #Tricot

Xochil Herrera Scheer of SEAMS Association member The Chicago Pattern Maker is sourced in an Advanced Textiles Association Specialty Fabrics Review article, “Where fit meets function in women’s protective gear” SEAMS appreciates your many contributions to the textile, apparel and cut-and-sew industry, Xochil! (Photo) The Chicago Pattern Maker designed women’s tactical pants featuring 11 pockets, including bellow cargo pockets for functional use no matter the wearer’s thigh size. The stretch waist gussets provide 1-2 inches of flexibility, and the pants have an exclusive sizing system, the Waist-Hip Variation Representation Matrix, to create a customizable fit. Image courtesy The Chicago Pattern Maker/KadriClothing.com Read article: https://lnkd.in/e-GQFFmS #AmericanTextiles #WeMakeAmazing #Yarns #Fibers #Fabric #Fashion #Knitting #Weaving #Nonwovens #Apparel #Sustainability #Sourcing #SupplyChain #CutAndSew #Textiles #FashionDesign #TechnicalFabrics #IndustrialFabrics #BuildingASupplyChainBridge #Nearshoring #Onshoring #MadeInAmerica #MadeInUSA #PatternMaking

Congratulations to Donielle Lorelli of SEAMS Association member National Industries for the Blind for being featured on the cover of this month’s Advanced Textiles Association Specialty Fabrics Review magazine! In the article, Donielle shares career tips and says, “I feel like I lucked into being a part of the textile industry. I enjoy the various reactions that I get when I tell people my job is to find textile manufacturing work for people who are blind.” Way to go, Donielle! Read: https://lnkd.in/eqkiq_Ss #AmericanTextiles #WeMakeAmazing #Yarns #Fibers #Fabric #Fashion #Knitting #Weaving #Nonwovens #Apparel #Sustainability #Sourcing #SupplyChain #CutAndSew #Textiles #FashionDesign #TechnicalFabrics #IndustrialFabrics #BuildingASupplyChainBridge #Nearshoring #Onshoring #MadeInAmerica #MadeInUSA

Welcome new SEAMS Association member Python Protective Sleeve + Covers! Python Protective Sleeves & Covers is a leader in custom sewing solutions, specializing in industrial-grade protective covers, sleeves, and enclosures. Their expertise includes working with roll goods, hook and loop fasteners and durable straps to create tailored solutions for a wide range of industries. Based in Monticello, Minn., they serve the military, aerospace, construction, industrial and manufacturing sectors, delivering Made-in-the-USA products built for durability and performance. From protective cable wraps and equipment covers to custom-sewn straps and fastening systems, Python provides rugged, high-quality solutions designed to withstand extreme conditions and heavy use. With a focus on precision craftsmanship and innovative design, they partner with customers to develop custom protective solutions that enhance safety, efficiency and reliability in demanding environments. https://lnkd.in/eYUWz54e #AmericanTextiles #WeMakeAmazing #Yarns #Fibers #Fabric #Fashion #Knitting #Weaving #Nonwovens #Apparel #Sustainability #Sourcing #SupplyChain #CutAndSew #Textiles #FashionDesign #TechnicalFabrics #IndustrialFabrics #BuildingASupplyChainBridge #Nearshoring #Onshoring #MadeInAmerica #MadeInUSA #BerryAmendment

In the recent issue of the?SEAMS Association’s?newsletter, a bimonthly blog series called the "X-Files" by Xochil Herrera Scheer, owner of The Chicago Pattern Maker, continues. In this installment, she gets insights from attendees of recent trade shows, which offered glimmers of hope for an industry that has faced challenges recently. Read blog: https://lnkd.in/geR5JGwt #AmericanTextiles #WeMakeAmazing #Yarns #Fibers #Fabric #Fashion #Knitting #Weaving #Nonwovens #Apparel #Sustainability #Sourcing #SupplyChain #CutAndSew #Textiles #FashionDesign #TechnicalFabrics #IndustrialFabrics #BuildingASupplyChainBridge #Nearshoring #Onshoring #MadeInAmerica #MadeInUSA

SEAMS Association members’ news: National Industries for the Blind (NIB) / SourceAmerica Textile Apparel Group (TAG) Conference Philadelphia, PA June 16–18, 2025 ? Register here: https://lnkd.in/eFFWCC26 Conference Location & Hotel Information: W Philadelphia 1439 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19102 Book a room: https://lnkd.in/e8ZC6Qus **Room block closes 5/26/25** ? Sponsorship opportunities available: https://lnkd.in/egE_YjFf ? Questions? Contact Donielle Lorelli at [email protected]. #AmericanTextiles #WeMakeAmazing #Yarns #Fibers #Fabric #Fashion #Knitting #Weaving #Nonwovens #Apparel #Sustainability #Sourcing #SupplyChain #CutAndSew #Textiles #FashionDesign #TechnicalFabrics #IndustrialFabrics #BuildingASupplyChainBridge #Nearshoring #Onshoring #MadeInAmerica #MadeInUSA #MilitaryTextiles #BerryAmendment