Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Viva Ombré!

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When it comes to fashion leaders, what have Coach, Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger got in common? They are all featuring an ombré (a gradient dye treatment) look in their current designs. Consider Madeira's fashionable ombré when planning your embroidery this year ~ check out our Tonal Trends Ombré Kits!


Madeira has launched a campaign called Tonal Trends in order to satisfy the embroidery needs of the decorated apparel marketplace. It consists of three kits – pastel, primary and neutral – each offering five 1,100 yard spools of Classic Rayon #40 ombré thread in a sturdy plastic storage jar. Classic Rayon #40, known throughout the world for it's quality and glossy luster, is made of 100% viscose rayon. The 40 weight thread is a general weight thread and perfect for embroidery on most designs on high speed commercial embroidery machines. Did we mention that it's also Oeko-Tex certified? Meaning there's no hazardous materials used in any part of it's manufacturing. So, not only can you be on trend, but eco-responsible too! Get creative with our Ombré kits!






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Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Safety First with Madeira

As safety becomes increasingly significant in the workplace and government regulations become more strict, did you know that Madeira’s Fire Fighter embroidery thread is fire resistant? Meaning it will not continue to burn once it’s removed from the ignition source? Geared toward the protective clothing market, it’s the ideal thread for when safety is a top concern!


To address the fire safety concerns of various market sectors, such as fire fighting, aeronautics, and motor sports among others, Madeira developed Fire Fighter #40, Madeira’s fire resistant embroidery thread. Fire Fighter #40 is 100% Aramid and made up of Nomex® fibers from Dupont®. Aramid, is the generic name for a high-strength, flame-resistant synthetic fabric or fiber used in firefighters' protective clothing. Nomex®, a brand name for aramid fabric, is the term commonly used by firefighters. Madeira’s Fire Fighter #40 is heat resistant to 572˚F, complies with ISO standards and is available in 1,000 yard spools in 24 colors and 2,500 yard cones in 7 colors, which correspond to Madeira’s 100% polyester Polyneon. Fire Fighter is designed specifically for the commercial embroidery market. To learn more and view colors available, Click Here


Striving to be Your One-Stop Shop, Madeira also carries fire retardant Proban® backing, fire resistant E-Zee Weblon Mesh and fire resistant Coats pre-wound bobbins for an all inclusive safety bundle for your convenience.


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