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You may have heard that you can integrate your Contrado store with your Facebook and Instagram accounts. Well, the rumors are true! If you’ve read our blog post about how a Facebook Business Page can expand your brand, then you’ll know all about what having a Facebook Business account can do for you. Here we’ll […]

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A versatile fabric that is used in a variety of applications from curtains to bridal wear, you may end up wondering “what is voile?” How can one textile be used for both a delicate, wear-once-and-never-again outfit and an everyday-in-almost-every-home piece of home decor? Well, don’t fret. We’re here to answer your voile-related-questions. What is Voile? […]

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Direct to garment printing, also known as DTG is a somewhat new printing technology that is becoming increasingly popular. As with any printing method, it has its advantages and disadvantages, but what is direct to garment printing? Direct to Garment Printing Process The DTG process is pretty much exactly what it says. The inks are […]

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The print on demand (POD) business model makes it easier than ever before to create your brand and reach customers. However, if you’ve worked hard to build your business, it might make you nervous to sell a product without actually seeing it first. You want to know that what you’re selling is the best quality […]

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1. You should do it alone BUSTED This is maybe one of the most important things that you should disregard immediately. Starting your own fashion brand is huge, and doing it alone can end up being difficult. It is possible, but you are likely to find that not doing it alone will throw the rest […]

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What is Scuba Fabric? Scuba is the fashion variety of the well-known Neoprene material (also known as Chloroprene rubber). It’s a double knit fabric that is normally polyester, which has been mixed with Lycra or Spandex. It has a very smooth texture and a fine gauge thread. Scuba fabric is very springy. Another variety, known […]

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Each calendar month brings another opportunity to market for various holidays. Whether you’re starting your Christmas preparations early or searching for niche holidays to celebrate, there’s plenty to do every day of the year. For the last few years, the online trend has been to celebrate seemingly random holidays, like National Pet Day or National […]

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If you want to become the Charlie D’Amelio of the artist world, then TikTok is the next social media platform you need to tackle. It might seem daunting to start creating video content if you’re new to it, but if your audience is out there, you’ll want to know how to reach them and how […]

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Are you are an aspiring artist that wants to get your art out into the world? Then there is no place better than Instagram; it’s free, easy to use, and displays your art all in one place. Your page will act as a hub to attract people and potential clients, while allowing you to express […]