Sourcing North America: Discover New Resources!

Learn about North American fabric and trim suppliers with global production, including USA. Find out about mills, converters, importers who have low minimums, provide quick turn, and in-stock fabrics and trims. Find core fabrications and hard to find products, such as organic and eco-friendly fabrics & trims, as well as high tech fabrics will be included. Also get info on finding cut and sew contractors in North America who will produce small lots and work with growing companies. Susan Power, Publisher, AboutSources -- New York, NY, USA

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