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IFAI. Industrial Fabrics Association International - http://www.ifai.com/
USA. International trade organization, representing the technical and industrial fabrics manufacturers. Includes information on the industry and manufacturers, magazines, FAQs and links to related web sites. |
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Working Group for Textile Architecture - http://www.textile-architecture.com/
Germany. Confederation of manufacturers of yarns, coating materials, membranes and textiles in the lightweight construction industry, dedicated to the promotion of building with technical textiles. Members directory. Lists of publications, projects and competitions. English and German. |
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IIDA. International Interior Design Association - http://www.iida.org/
World wide professional networking and educational association committed to enhancing the quality of life through excellence in interior design and advancing interior design through knowledge. On-line career and technical centers. |
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American Quilter's Society - http://www.americanquilter.com/
USA. Membership organisation for the international quilting industry, active in training and education, publishing and trade promotion. Calendar of events. Directories for appraisers and quilt shops. |
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NCIDQ. National Council for Interior Design Qualification - http://www.ncidq.org/
USA. Non-profit organization, involved in examination and certification of interior designers. Detailed overview of qualificiation program. List of publications. |
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SDA. Surface Design Association - http://www.surfacedesign.org/
USA. Membership organization for textile practitioners, studio artists, industrial designers, educators, technicians, curators, gallery owners, interior designers, students, and enthusiasts, dedicated to increase awareness, understanding, and appreciation of textiles in the art and design communities as well as in the general public. |
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TNNA. The National NeedleArts Association - http://www.tnna.org/
USA. International trade organization representing retailers, manufacturers, distributors, designers, manufacturers' representatives, publishers, teachers and wholesalers of products and supplies for the specialty needlearts market. Calendar of events. List of publications. |
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BCFA. British Contract Furnishing Association - http://www.thebcfa.com/
UK. Trade organization for British manufacturers and contractors in the furniture, textile fabrics and soft furnishings, wallcoverings and finishes, carpets and floorcoverings, lighting, bedding and interior art industries. Searchable company directory. Calendar of events. Links to related sites. |
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The Association of Master Upholsterers & Soft Furnishers - http://www.upholsterers.co.uk/
UK. Trade association for the soft furnishing and upholstery industry. Company directory. List of shows and events. Library of publications. |
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IFDA. International Furnishings and Design Association - http://www.ifda.com/
USA. Trade organisation for professionals and companies involved in the design, production, distribution, promotion, communication or education in the home furnishings and interior design and related industries. Calendar of events. Newsletter on PDF files. |
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CITA. International Confederation of Manufacturers of Furnishing Fabrics - http://www.c-i-t-a.de/
Germany. Non-profit membership organization of the European upholstery and furnishing fabrics, and related industries. |
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AFERA. European Association for the Self-Adhesive Tape Industry - http://www.afera.com/
The Netherlands. Umbrella organization for manufacturers, converters, suppliers, and trade associations, institutions and universities involved in the European self-adhesive tape industry. Directory of member companies. Library of test methods and publications. Calendar of events. Links to related sites. |
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NIF. Nippon Interior Fabrics Association - http://www.nif.or.jp/
Japan. Trade organization for manufacturers and international distributors of curtains, carpets, linens, upholstery, yarns and related products. Business news and marketing information. English and Japanese. |
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HFIA. Home Furnishings International Association - http://www.hfia.com/
USA. Trade organisation for the global home furnishings industry. Company directory. Market trend reports. Calendar of events. Links to related sites. |
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ABFLO. International Association of Bedding & Furniture Law Officials - http://www.abflo.org/
USA. Organization of state officials responsible for the enforcement of consumer oriented bedding and furniture laws, promoting uniformity in laws, terminology, test methods, and enforcement procedures within the various state programs. |
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FGA. Fabric Graphics Association - http://fabricgraphicsassociation.com/
USA. Trade organization for the textile based signage industry, aiming to foster and service the fabric and graphics industries by being the one stop source for market applications to fabric through educational seminars, web based resources and the organization of fairs and symposia. Members' directory and FAQ. Links to related sites. |
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OFPANZ. Outdoor Fabric Products Association of New Zealand - http://www.ofpanz.co.nz/
Non-profit trade organization for companies involved in the outdoor fabrics and products industries. Searchable directories of member companies and products. List of events. Links to related sites. |
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BITA. British Interior Textiles Association - http://www.interiortextiles.com
UK. Trade organization for the UK interior textile fabric manufacturers, designers and related industries. Company directory, business services, news and events. Large section on fabric care. |
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WCAA. Window Coverings Association of America - http://www.wcaa.org/
USA. Non-profit trade organisation for the window coverings industry, focused certification and education about drapes, blinds, and shades. Directory of home decor professionals. |
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USIFI. United States Industrial Fabrics Institute - http://www.usifi.com/
USA. Trade organization for US based manufacturers of technical and industrial textile fabrics, dedicated to export promotion, education, knowledge transfer and legal lobbying activities. List of events. |
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The Performance Textiles Association - http://www.performancetextiles.org.uk/
UK. Trade organization, representing industrial textile producers, converters and users in Britain. List of industrial textile standards. Publications. Links to related sites. |
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NFI. Narrow Fabrics Institute - http://www.narrowfabrics.org/
USA. Trade organisation for manufacturers of non-elastic, woven, knitted and braided narrow fabrics, involved in statistical reporting, review of military and federal specifications and performance standards, information exchange and the development of new technologies. Members' directory on PDF file. List of current standards and tests. |
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PAAQT. Professional Association of Appraisers · Quilted Textiles - http://www.quiltappraisers.org/
USA. Regulating body for quilt appraisers certified by the American Quilter's Society. Members' directory searchable by name and location. |
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SFIAA. Soft Furnishings Industry Association of Australia - http://www.sfiaa.org.au/
Non-profit trade organization for the Australian soft furnishing manufacturing and trade industry. Consumer information. Decoration manuals. |
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FTBA. Furnishing Trades Benevolent Association - http://www.ftba.co.uk/
UK. Charity dedicated to helping those who are or who have been involved with the furniture, furnishing, carpeting and allied industries. |
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ACTTAA. Textile Arts and Surface Design Association - http://www.acttextiles.org.au/
Australia. Non-profit trade organization for art and surface designers in the textile, paper, ceramics, jewellery and sculptural forms. Links to related sites. |
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Tex Club Tec - http://www.texclubtec.it/english/index.asp
Italy. Trade organization for technical textiles and nonwovens, dedicated to the promotion of information and knowledge transfer between manufacturers and their suppliers of materials and machinery. English and Italian. |
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ACT. Association for Contract Textiles - http://www.contract-textiles.com/
USA. Non-profit trade organization for North American manufacturers of contract textiles. |
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IMQA. International Machine Quilters Association - http://www.imqa.org/
USA. Membership organization for individuals and professionals in the global quilting industry. Directory of member companies. Links to related sites. |
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MSMA. Membrane Structures Manufacturers' Association - http://www.msma.ca/
Canada. Trade organisation for the membrane structures industry, focused on serving as an information resource on codes, standards and general practices, and promote the use and growth of membrane structures. Members' directory. Calendar of events. Links to related sites. |