The most recent episode of the Advanced Textiles Association “Talking Textiles” podcast is entitled “Make Yourself Remarkable: Trends and Strategies for Young Professionals and Graduating Students.” Jasmine Cox, executive director of the Textile Technology Center at Gaston College, and Dr. Apurba Banerjee, senior manager, global sourcing at Glowforge and adjunct professor at Mount Mary University, [...]

Organizers of the annual International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) World Marinas Conference announced that registration for the three-day event is open and that all speakers for the event have been confirmed. Scheduled for Oct. 9-11, 2023, at the Tivoli Vilamoura Conference Center in Portugal, the event is hosted by the Portuguese Association of [...]

TRIO is a soft knit headliner and protector that works well for furniture, boat and car covers. It has a durable topcoat of 100% solution-dyed acrylic, a middle construction of microporous breathable waterproof membrane, and a bottom layer of soft knit tricot headliner fabric that won’t scratch or damage the covered surface it’s protecting. The [...]

Sunbrella’s Upholstery Stock Collection features nearly 300 fabrics. New additions to the collection embrace trends in warmer neutrals. Ikat-inspired pattern Dream elevates any space with its embroidered-like stitch effect. Peaceful pattern Lively adds a soft botanical motif to the collection, and texture-forward pattern Mainstreet, which features Sunbrella bouclé yarn in a luxurious basketweave, provides depth [...]

When Krisha Plauché, owner of Onboard Interiors & Hood Canvas, purchased the latter company in March 2023, some redesigning of her shop was required to accommodate the extra 1,000 square feet and expanded tool inventory that came with the Hood Canvas acquisition. Headquartered in Marblehead, Mass., the full-service design firm specializes in providing marine interiors [...]

Breeze Permacool® technology reduces the temperature of upholstery by up to 26 degrees when compared to regular vinyl-coated fabrics. The heat from the sun can cause dark surfaces to reach high temperatures, especially on very sunny days. In addition, due to the decrease in heat absorption, there is less stress on the upholstery, which affords [...]

WeatherMAX 80 Binding is an outdoor performance bias binding developed for demanding applications and environments.  Strength and durability combine with long-term color retention. Made from WeatherMAX 80 fabric for overall match in color and weave, it is available in ¾ and 1-inch widths for tops, awnings and other outdoor applications. WeatherMAX 80 Thread, an engineered [...]

HullMagic is a powerful and safe instant cleaner and stain remover. It works on all fiberglass, non-skid, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, chrome and plexiglass surfaces. One application cleans stubborn stains effortlessly, economically and safely. Its unique clinging foam removes even the toughest stains safely. Its spray on/rinse off composition makes it easy to use and [...]

The Under the Blue Sky collection consists of four Inside Out® upholstery patterns that elevate exterior and interior seating experiences. Gentle enough to use for a pillow yet durable enough to be used as a seat cushion exposed to the elements. With 1,200 hours of lightfastness, the collection is woven using high-UV solution-dyed olefin and [...]

All calendar events are subject to change. Please check websites for updated information. Sept. 22–23, 2023 MFA Pacific NorthwestRegional WorkshopOyster Creek CanvasBellingham, Wash.textiles.org/marineworkshops Nov. 1–3, 2023 Advanced Textiles Expo 2023Orange County Convention CenterOrlando, Fla.advancedtextilesexpo.comNov. 17–18, 2023 MFA Great Lakes WorkshopChicago Marine CanvasChicago, Ill.textiles.org/marineworkshops Jan. 25–27, 2024 MFA Conference 2024 Tradewinds ResortSt. Pete Beach, Fla.textiles.org/marineconference