Olefin (polypropylene) fabrics are made of synthetic fibers that are durable and stain resistant. To learn more in depth, visit our What exactly is Olefin blog. Well… How did Olefin get here? In Italy during the 1950's, chemist Giulio Natta,...
The ancient craft of weaving, originating in the Neolithic era, can be traced back almost 12,000 years. It began as a simple process where early humans intertwined branches and twigs to construct shelters that protected them from the weather. The...
Toile has been a design favorite since the 1700s, evolving from French pastoral prints to a timeless pattern used around the world. This season, Revolution reimagines the classic with Estate, a woven botanical toile that combines traditional charm with modern performance—durable, bleach-cleanable, and perfect for everyday living.
This week, I continue with the history, but with a different take (Then and Now). STI’s mill and offices in King’s Mountain, NC Here at STI, we primarily use Polypropylene (Olefin) and Polyester yarns. Our purpose for focusing on these yarns...
The designs in Navajo weavings have always been a personal expression of the weaver. However, we can make some educated guesses based upon historical research and interviews with Navajo elders. Perhaps two of the earliest design elements to be utilized...
Revolution Jacquard Patterns! When you hear the word jacquard, what comes to mind? You think of a fabric that is heavy, elaborate and traditional like a paisley or floral fabric that you would find in your grandmother’s house… right? You...
Savvy Giving by Design had their third annual fundraiser on September 8th, 2018. The Room to Heal event is Savvy’s largest event of the year and the donations they receive through ticket sales, sponsorships and auction items help to fund...
It is difficult to imagine a time long ago when textile mill towns began to spring up all across the southeast. What we fail to realize is just how different life really was 80 years ago. These small villages were the entire...