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A report published on World Cotton Day 2021 aimed to debunk four key myths about cotton. But what are those myths and why are they incorrect? We all think we know the ins and outs of cotton. We are all led to believe that using organic cotton is better for …

With over a decade of experience in the industry, Alex Econs, founder of the London T shirt printing company ICON Printing, reflects on 2021 and shares his thoughts on the trends we might see in this year. Q. What are your thoughts on 2021? Last year was a rollercoaster for …

In the autumn last year, The Parently Group, released its first sustainability report called ‘Are we nearly there yet?’ Managing director of The Parently Group, Kathryn Shuttleworth, explains more. Q. First of all, can you tell our readers what The Parently Group is, for those who may not be familiar …

In the summer of 2021, Ottimo Digital invested in a 3.2m wide Kleverik GTC 101 3500-calender press from CMYUK and it has paid dividends for the business. A highly versatile piece of equipment for the widest range of applications within digital textile production, it handles both dye-sublimation transfer printing (paper …

Over the last 18 months, Amaya Sales UK has opened two brand new showrooms. The first opened in Nottingham in June 2020 and comprises three separate showrooms with one dedicated to Kornit Digital, including a micro factory workflow set-up. The second opened in Havant in October and houses all of …

P&P editor Melanie Attlesey speaks with Jim Nicol of TheMagicTouch and Colin Marsh of Resolute DTG to find out more about direct to film printing – the new garment decoration technique that is flooding the market right now. For my first trip out of the office since the pandemic hit …

Sandra O’Grady, garment technologist, and Alexandra Cooley, marketing manager, from Dennys take a look at changes and predictions in hospitality clothing for the year ahead. Colours to put a spring in your step After the dreariness and business uncertainties of the last 18 months or so, it is no surprise …

Schoolwear shops, like many retailers, have faced a tumultuous 18 months thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, but what other challenges may they face in 2022? Three heavyweight schoolwear suppliers provide their thoughts. Q. What trends do you think schoolwear retailers should be aware of for the season ahead? Neil Ward, …

Embroiderer Tracy Tuckett wanted to help the planet. And so, she created clothing brand POP, a range of garments made from recycled fabrics and plastics. P&P editor Melanie Attlesey finds out more. More than 15 years ago as a single mum of two small children living in South Africa, Tracy …

A new law, which received Royal Assent in April, will require schools to follow Government statutory guidance on school uniform costs. The affordability of school uniforms has long been a topic of conversation. Many parents feel outpriced when it comes to purchasing such items, especially when schools put restrictions on …