Category: Best Practices
Best Practices on how to order products on ApparelX
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Intro to plastic AGLET processing
and its processing cautions/problems… If you grew up watching Phineas and Ferb like I did (am I speaking to the right audience?), you probably learned what aglet, the hard tip of the shoelace, was with the A-G-L-E-T song. Well, we can actually arrange aglet processing for you for most of the cords. Of course, there… Read more
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YKK Slider Guide 102: intermediate guide
In my previous blog about YKK slider (a beginner’s guide), I touched on the importance of the right slider when placing and order. YKK slider come in many shapes so this time, I will introduce various sliders that are suitable for different cases, to answer the question, “I want to use it like this, but… Read more
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Placing a Custom Color Fabric Order
We often get inquiries on custom color fabrics so I wanted to write down some (hopefully) useful information regarding placing orders for custom color fabric orders. Please be aware that this is separate from creating custom fabric. While most Japanese fabric manufacturers do custom colors for their existing fabrics, here are some things to watch… Read more
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YKK zippers @ ApparelX
A Legacy of Innovation: YKK Zippers in Japan YKK, short for Yoshida Kogyo Kabushikikaisha, has been a pioneering force in the global zipper industry since its founding in Japan in 1934. Renowned for its commitment to quality and precision, YKK zippers are widely recognized for their durability, smooth functionality, and attention to detail. While YKK… Read more