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Inspiring Innovation & Progress of the MADE IN AMERICA Initiative for 50+ Years

50+ years of Made in America Leadership

Inspiring Innovation In The MADE IN AMERICA Initiative

MANUFACTURERS | TEXTILE PROVIDERS | SUPPLIERS | VENDORS | BRANDS | RETAILERS

Our combined Voice of the U.S. Sewn Products Industry consists of more than 200 of America’s foremost fashion brands, retailers, manufacturers and textile providers. Supercharging the American Supply Chain, SEAMS is the the most relevant force and go-to resource shaping the growth and resurgence of MADE IN AMERICA.

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April 2025 X Files

Yes, We Can April 2025 X-Files By Xochil Herrera Scheer The Chicago Pattern Maker www.xochil.com In my February edition, I discussed two trade shows, one of which was Texworld New York City, where I represented the SEAMS Association. I met many people at the show who...

April 2025 Member Spotlight_Unionwear

SEAMS Member Spotlight: Unionwear In our latest edition of SEAMS Member Spotlight, Unionwear, is highlighted. Mitch Cahn, President of the company, answers our questions. Company headquarters: Newark,  N.J. Year founded: 1992 Primary specialties: USA-made embroidered...

February 2025 X Files

Winter Whispers of Optimism February 2025 X-Files By Xochil Herrera Scheer The Chicago Pattern Maker www.xochil.com Twenty Twenty-Five, and what a ride so far! It seems from my recent reading and conversations that we all are working on a number of initiatives for the...

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AATCC* to host several workshops, conferences in summer, fall

AATCC announced a series of in-person workshops designed to expand your knowledge and enhance your skills in essential areas of the textile industry. In addition, AATCC is hosting a webinar for the Fabricating the Future Conference, to take place jointly with SEAMS,...

How Trump’s trade war is supercharging the fast fashion industry

When U.S. President Donald Trump introduced sweeping new tariffs on Chinese imports the goal was to bring manufacturing back to American soil and protect local jobs. However, this process of re-shoring is complex and requires years of investment and planning – far too...

AI can help cut down on waste, improve quality in dyed fabrics

A new study finds that machine learning can help reduce textile manufacturing waste by more accurately mapping how colors will change during the dyeing process. Fabrics are typically dyed while wet, and their colors change as they dry. This can make it difficult to...

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SEAMS 2025 SUPPLY CHAIN USA PAVILLION at TEXPROCESS AMERICAS

May 6-8, 2025 – Atlanta, GA
Pick your booth and complete your contract!
Only available to SEAMS Members – Email completed contracts to nkinder@seams.org

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