Textile manufacturing dates to the Industrial Revolution in the 1700s. Being a highly innovative industry, it is no surprise that a great deal has changed in the past 300 years. From how the plants are grown that create the materials, to the way materials are cut to reduce waste, to the improvements in the screen-printing process. Here are some of our favorite must see textile industry YouTube videos!
Keeping the Fill Out of Landfills
FABSCRAP is a non-profit that is working hard to keep fabric scraps out of landfills. Based out of New York City, this organization is helping fashion brands put an end to textile waste. Each week they rescue more than 5,000 pounds of discarded fabric from making its way to landfills. That is impressive work and a great example of how we can work together to reuse and recycle materials to give them new life.
A World Apart in Sustainability
Although this video is a few years old, it is still relevant to the textile industry today. The U.S. Textile Industry is a leader in sustainability. Focusing on the reduction of chemicals, water, and energy usage in the production of cotton materials. With strict regulations surrounding cotton production by the United States Environmental Protection Agency, the U.S. Textile Industry is also at the forefront of worker health and safety.
Made in America: Brooks Brothers
Just outside of Boston, Massachusetts, and only a 35-minute drive from the Enviro-Tote Londonderry, New Hampshire facility. The Brooks Brothers state-of-the-art Southwick manufacturing plant features modern machinery with old world tailoring. This is a great example of why Made in America equates to high quality products that are made to last.
In September of 2020, Brooks Brothers was purchased by Authentic Brands Group.
Remembering the Amoskeag Mills
With it being right in our backyard, how could we not include a video featuring The Amoskeag Mills of Manchester, New Hampshire. It is amazing to think that at one point in time, this area housed one of the largest cotton textile manufacturing plants in the world!
The Art of Screen Printing
There is something about screen printing that is extremely satisfying to watch (and do!). This step-by-step video shows you the process of incorporating artwork onto t-shirts. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the almost two minutes of “Zen” we hope this brings you!
We hope that you have enjoyed these videos relating to textile manufacturing! Do you have any other videos involving the U.S. Textile Industry or sustainable design that you would like to share with us? Please post a link in the comment section below.
