Web Directory

» All About Fabrics
   Information resource for textile fabrics buyers, sellers and users. Suppliers' directory. Marketplace. Design gallery. Calendar of events. CV bank and job opportunities. Dictionary and list of textile books. Multi-lingual Site.
   http://www.all-about-fabrics.com/

» Annie Sherburne
   Information resource about ecologically friendly and fair trade textiles and textile materials.
   http://www.anniesherburne.co.uk/

» Australian Merino
   Interior textiles division of the Woolmark company. Includes information about the Woolmark logo, Woolmark blend interior textiles, carpets, bedding products, blankets, furnishing fabric and wool care.
   http://www.wool.com/Design-and-Market_Australian-Merino.htm

» CFCA. China Fashion & Color Association
   Science and technology organization, engaged in color research, forecast, design and applications in textiles and garment, interior design and architecture, and industrial products. English and Chinese.
   http://www.fashioncolor.org.cn/

» CITEVE. Centro Tecnológico das Indústrias
   Portugal. Technology center for the Portuguese textile and garment industry, active in quality awareness, certification and standardisation, health and safety, environment, energy, production areas, and management and marketing issues.
   http://www.citeve.pt/

» CITYC. Centro de Información Textil y de la Confección
   Web site of the Spanish information center for the textile, apparel and leather industries. Links to organizations, educational, research and testing institutes, technological centers and services. Business data and news. English and Spanish.
   http://www.cityc.es/

» Canadian Pollution Prevention Information Clearinghouse
   Multiple choice search page for on-line available information about environmental, pollution prevention and best practices issues, related to the textile industry. From Environment Canada.
   http://www.ec.gc.ca/CPPIC/

» Centre for Canadian Fashion and Design
   Information resource on textile fabrics and fashion design. Complete list and descriptions of natural fibers.
   http://www.ntgi.net/ICCF&D/plant.htm

» Converting Influence
   Information resource and network platform for Wisconsin, USA based textile, paper, plastic and nonwovens converting companies. Detailed directory of links.
   http://www.convertinginfluence.com/

» Cotton USA Sourcing Program
   Export promotion program managed by Cotton Council International (CCI), dedicated to facilitate business relationships and information exchange between the US cotton textile industry and garment manufacturing companies throughout the Americas.
   http://www.cottonusasourcing.com/

» DecoFinder
   Search engine for furniture, interior fabrics and furnishings, created by Distrimart, Sarl. On-line converting and calculation tools. Links to related sites. Multi-lingual site.
   http://www.decofinder.com

» Denim Club India
   Social and professional networking place for Indian professionals involved in manufacturing, marketing, sourcing, trading, designing, conversion into made-ups, merchandising and retailing of denim. Directory of denim related web sites. Library of articles
   http://www.denimclubindia.org/

» DraperyPro
   On-line forum and e-mail service for professionals in the soft window covering industry. Design galleries. List of trade events. Members' directory. Links to related sites.
   http://www.draperypro.com/

» FR-One
   Information resource and portal to standards in furnishing fabrics that are required by national regulations to have flame resistant or flame retardant properties.
   http://www.fr-one.com/

» Fabric Workshop and Museum
   USA. Non-profit arts organization devoted to creating new work in fabric and other materials in collaboration with emerging, nationally, and internationally recognized artists.
   http://www.fabricworkshop.org/

» Fashion Creative Network
   Information resource on the Japanese fashion and textile market. Monthly reviews of sales. Links to resources and industry sites. Free company registration.
   http://www.fashion-net.com/

» GAFTT. Global Alliance for Fair Textile Trade
   World wide alliance of textile and apparel groups, promoting the principles of fair trade and free markets, and actively opposing unfair or illegal practices.
   http://www.itkibusa.org/documents/GAFTT--GenevaStrategyMeeting--Oct42005--Declaration--oct05_000.pdf

» Guide to Information Sources in Textiles
   A directory of links to reference sources, publications, research sites, organizations, bibliographies, statistics and commercial companies, relating to the textile and fashion industries. Compiled by Peter Sandison.
   http://www.hw.ac.uk/library/concisetextiles.html

» Gutman Library
   From the Philadelphia University, USA. Categorized collections of links to textile art, chemistry, technology and industry.
   http://www.philau.edu/library/resources/textiles.html

» Hong Kong Institution of Textile and Apparel
   Non-profit organization for the Hong Kong textile and apparel industry, aiming to improve the academic and professional standards of its members. Training and educational programs. Seminars and conferences, and publications. English and Chinese.
   http://www.hkita.org/

» Innovathèque
   Information resource, materials database and forum for professionals in the upholstery, furnishing, and interior design and decoration industries. Links to related sites. English and French.
   http://www.innovathequectba.com/

» Inteletex
   Textile business information and resource site. Business news and market reports. Marketplace. Company directory. Calendar of events. From World Textile Publications, Ltd.
   http://www.inteletex.com/

» International Textiles Archive
   UK. Department in the University of Leeds, dedicated to collecting, preserving and documenting textiles and related design materials, and promoting public use of its collections for research and publication. Links to educational resources.
   http://ulita.leeds.ac.uk/wiki/mediawiki-1.10.1/index.php/Main_Page

» Library Learning Center
   From the University of Wisconsin-Stout. Textile resource on the worldwide web. Catalogs, dictionaries, guides, indexes, publications, directories, standards and dissertations.
   http://stoutinfo.uwstout.edu/

» MO-TAC. Missouri Textile and Apparel Center
   USA. Technical center in the University of Missouri, serving sewn products manufacturers, contractors, retailers and entrepreneurs in Missouri and the Mid West.
   http://extension.missouri.edu/hes/impact/impact99/thread.htm

» Maison du Lin
   Information resource on linen for designers, manufacturers, buyers and journalists. Company and designer listings, and designer book. English and French.
   http://www.lin.asso.fr

» NT. Dutch Textile Institute
   The Netherlands. Professional association of engineers, chemists, colorists and economists in the Dutch textile industry. Links to related sites. English and Dutch.
   http://www.nedtex.nl/home.html

» Nomite
   Quality certification seal of European Down and Feathers Association, confirming that bedding articles displaying the mark are fit for house dust mite allergy sufferers.
   http://www.nomite.de/

» Numtex
   Forum aiming to familiarise textile manufacturers with the implications, possibilities, materials and impact of digital printing on production and marketing processes. English and French.
   http://www.numtex.com

» Ph2 Textiles Research Project
   Textile design survey and internet-based design collaboration.
   http://www.csm.u-net.com/index.htm

» Phi Psi Textile Fraternity
   USA. National textile fraternity founded with the goals to promote good fellowship, social interaction, mutual advancements of its members, and the art of textile manufacturing. Theta Chapter at the Georgia Institute of Technology.
   http://cyberbuzz.gatech.edu/phipsitf/

» Preventex
   Canada. Independent, non-profit organisation involved in prevention of work related accidents and diseases within the Quebec textile industry. Library of articles on PDF files.
   http://www.preventex.qc.ca/en/default.asp

» SEAM. Support for Environmental Assessment and Management
   Egypt. Government implemented program of action plans for improved environmental management, planning and services for industry and population. Collections of PDF manuals and case studies of cleaner production initiatives for the textile, food, oil and so
   http://www.eeaa.gov.eg/seam/

» Sabahar
   Ethiopia. Non-profit organization, dedicated to creating positive employment opportunities in hand spinning, weaving, dying, and finishing of fabrics, furnishings and garments. History of silk on PDF file.
   http://sabahar.com/

» Scottish Textiles
   Network of textile companies, dedicated to the promotion and technological development of the Scottish textile industry. Technical and industry information. Directories of companies. Links to related sites.
   http://www.scottish-textiles.com/

» Seri.co
   Trademarked quality certification label for Italian made silk and silk rich fabrics. Detailed explanation of principles and procedures. List of licenced companies. English and Italian.
   http://www.seri.co.it/

» Silk Comforter
   Industry sponsored consumer information resource for silk comforters. History, properties and characteristics of silk. Video presentations of the processing and manufacture of silk battings. Technical information and FAQ.
   http://silkcomforter.info/

» Silk Mark Organization of India
   Quality assurance and certification organization of the Indian silk processing and manufacturing industry, dedicated to the development and promotion of silk in textiles. Calendar of events. Links to related sites.
   http://www.silkmarkindia.com/

» Soil Association Organic Textile Standards
   Industrial standards for companies involved in processing, manufacturing, packing, labelling, import and export, and distributing of certified natural textile fibers and products, based on the Global Organic Textile Standards.
   http://www.organicpurewool.co.uk/S-A.orgtextilestandards2007.pdf

» Swiss Guarantee VSB
   Switzerland. Quality label for manufacturers of feather and down filled duvets and pillows which are members of the VSB trade organization. Information about goose and duck down and feathers. Duvet size chart and care guide. List of member companies. FAQ.
   http://www.plumarex.ch/

» TID - Textiles Publications
   List of HTML and PDF documents and forms relating to the application for textile import and export licences to and from Hong Kong. From the Hong Kong Trade and Industry Department.
   http://www.tid.gov.hk/textonly/english/aboutus/publications/textiles/textiles.html

» Tartans of Scotland
   Information resource about Scottish tartan fabric design, production, wearing and interpreting. Descriptions of tartan types. World tartan register. Links to related sites.
   http://www.tartans.scotland.net/

» Textil Server
   Resource for the German textile and apparel industry. Directories of manufacturers, suppliers and organizations. Technical information. Calendar of fairs and exhibitions. List of books and publications. Links to retail outlets. English and German.
   http://www.textil-server.de/

» Textile Clothing Footwear Leather
   Australia. Profile of the New South Wales textile, apparel, footwear and leather industries, provided by the Australian Department of State and Regional Development.
   http://www.business.nsw.gov.au/industry/textile/

» Textile Connect
   Web site of the North Carolina State University College of Textiles, designed to serve as an information resource connecting global textile events, products, markets, and company information from government, industry, and academic sources to the North Car
   http://www.textileconnect.com/

» Textile Industries
   Resources and magazines for the global textile industry.
   http://www.textileindustries.com/

» Textile Institute Australia
   Australian chapter of the UK based, global institute of the textiles, clothing and footwear industries, focused on the organization of conferences and seminars, and technical and scientific publication.
   http://www.textileinstitute.com.au/

» Textile Intelligence
   Textile industry news and market analysis. Marketplace. Trade resources for subscribers.
   http://www.textileexcellence.com/

» Textile Postage Stamps
   Virtual gallery of stamps with a textiles themes, arranged by country. From All Fiber Arts.
   http://www.allfiberarts.com/library/aa00/aa100200.htm

» TextileArts
   Virtual arts center, developing web and community resources for artists, students, tutors, researchers and businesses involved in art textiles.
   http://www.textilearts.net/

» Thailand Textile Institute
   Autonomous organization, funded by government and industry, and focusing on technical, marketing and human resource development activities in the Thai textile industry. Business information, news, statistics and trade regulations. Marketplace and forum.
   http://www.thaitextile.org/

» The Clothworkers’ Company
   UK. Registered charity evolving from one of the City of London's historic livery companies, involved in promoting textiles, principally through educational grants, fostering the development of technical textiles, and supporting the nation's textile herita
   http://www.clothworkers.co.uk/

» The Comfort Council
   USA. Independent advisory board of design and lifestyle experts that specialize in helping consumers achieve comfort in the home and in life, created by Hollander Home Fashions.
   http://www.livecomfortably.com/

» The Harris Tweed Authority
   UK. Custodians of the Orb trademark for genuine handwoven Scotland wool fabrics. History of Harris tweed. Description of manufacturing process. Downloadable postcards, screensavers and desktop patterns.
   http://www.harristweed.org/

» The Roger Milliken Textile Library
   Link page to catalogues, references, acquisitions and literature search at the worlds' largest English language textile library. Based in The Institute of Textile Technology, Virginia.
   http://www.itt.edu/Library/

» The Textile Centre of Excellence
   Portal for UK textile manufacturing companies provides information on textiles, health, safety, training, development and conferencing services.
   http://www.textilehouse.co.uk/

» The Textile Guide
   Information resource for professionals involved in the fabrics specification process. Environment and sustainability. Natural and man-made fibers. Manufacturing processes. Color matching methods. Testing procedures and flammability test. Detailed glossary
   http://www.thetextileguide.com/

» The Textile Rooms
   Information resource and marketplace for fibers, yarns, textile products and machinery. Dictionaries, glossaries and conversion tables. Search engines, directories, chat forum and global events calendar.
   http://www.textilerooms.com/

» The Textiles Rooms
   Resource for commercial, technical and general information about the global textile industry.
   http://www.tex2tex.it/

» The Worshipful Company of Framework Knitters
   UK. Registered charity supporting almshouses for retired employees of the British knitting and hosiery industry, and administering student bursaries and award schemes. Calendar of events. Links to related sites.
   http://www.frameworkknitters.co.uk/

» The Worshipful Company of Weavers
   UK. Registered charity, involved in granting scholarships, awards and bursaries related to the textile industry. Comprehensive glossary of technical terms and definitions. Links to related sites.
   http://www.weavers.org.uk/

» The Worshipful Company of Woolmen
   Registered charity primarily active within the British wool industry giving awards and grants to universities providing degree courses in Textiles and Agriculture. Calendar of events.
   http://www.woolmen.com/

» Upholstery Net
   Upholstery resource site dedicated to all aspects of the upholstery business, including information, tutorials, forums and consumer tips.
   http://www.upholsterynet.com/

» ZiTex. Initiative for the Future of Textiles
   Germany. Independent, non-government funded association for the textiles and clothing industry in North Rhine-Westphalia, involved in the development of activities and resources for the improvement of the medium and long-term prospects of companies and re
   http://www.zitex.de/