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Carolina Textile District
Carolina Textile District connects makers, designers, and entrepreneurs to a reliable domestic supply chain in order to make quality products here at home.
We are committed to empowering workers and supporting local communities through secure, meaningful jobs, and we aspire to economic, environmental, and social sustainability in every aspect of our work. By facilitating active collaboration between makers and manufacturers across Western North Carolina and ensuring an ethical, values-based process, we are reimagining the future of the American textile industry.
COLLECTION
An initiative by the Carolina Textile District, unites North Carolina manufacturers who share a commitment to more than just producing goods.
Buying from COLLECTION means investing in ethical production practices, creating valuable jobs, and contributing to the revival of a region.
Empowering Communities with Skill Training
We've empowered 2,850 workers with our Industrial Sewing and Upholstery programs, equipping them with marketable skills, networking opportunities, and entrepreneurial insights in key industries.
Partnering with North Carolina Community Colleges, our courses provide 96 hours of training credit.
Skilled Training
Sewing
Preparing for Careers in Sewn Trades
A field with deep roots in our region, industrial sewing is experiencing a revival, and strong demand for technicians familiar with industrial machines.
Our workshop provides a practical start with local manufacturers, combining textile and machine training. Participants also visit regional manufacturers for tours and practical insights, highlighting the opportunities for creative and hands-on work in the textile sector.
Upholstery
Skills for the Furniture Industry
The demand for skilled upholsterers is on the rise. Our Upholstery Training Program prepares students for professional upholstery careers. This hands-on program, in collaboration with Western Piedmont Community College, offers 96 hours of credit and key industry connections.
Training encompasses upholstery techniques, safety, quality assessment, and foundational skills in measurements, teamwork, and problem-solving.
Contact catherine@carolinatextiledistrict.com to sign up or complete the interest form below.
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