PAD System software and 36"x48" GTCO Roll-Up II digitizer: For Sale
For sale: PAD System software for garment design (this is a legitimate CD, direct from the company, not a copy). Also included a 36"x48" GTCO Roll-Up II digitizing tablet. Company that I used to design for went out of business due to family reasons so the software and tablet are no longer needed.
PAD System v4.5
- installation CD and USB key
- components included : Master Pattern Design, Pattern MTM (Made-To-Measure), 3D Virtual, Master Marker
- installs on both Mac (OS9 and OSX Classic mode, can be upgraded to run on OSX 10.3.9 and up) and PC (Win98, 2000, and XP)
- all manuals
GTCO Roll-Up II digitizing tablet
- 36"x48"
- 4-button cursor
- all cables
- Keyspan adaptor for connecting to a Mac
- driver CD
- original shipping/storage box
Everything in pristine condition. Asking $6,500 CAD for software and tablet together (originally purchased for just over $15,000 CAD).
webster@aon-celtic.com
WEAR CANADA TARGETS EUROPEAN TRADE SHOWS
January and February 2008
If Europe is in your plans, Wear Canada can save you up to 20% at any of the upcoming European ready-to-wear trade shows:
- CPD - Dusseldorf-Feb 10-12, 2008 - (Contemporary)
- Bread and Butter -Barcelona Jan 16-18, 2008 (Denim, Street Wear)
- PREMIUM -Berlin Feb 1-3, 2008 (Better)
- PURE- Feb 10-12, 2008 London (Better/Designer)
- UK MODA - Feb 17-19, 2008 Birmingham, UK (Contemporary)
Your Wear Canada package includes discount on exhibitor booth, marketing and on-site support. Space is limited! This program is available on a first come, first served basis. For further details, please contact Eileen Melnick McCarthy at emelnick@apparel.ca or 1.613.231.3220 ext. 222.
Download the information sheet via PDF.
European Export Service
This trade show package complements the Canadian Apparel Federation's (CAF) European export service assists Canadian firms in their European market entry plans. CAF's service provides exporters with a variety of solutions including workshops, reference material, market entry analysis, recruitment and oen-on-one consulting.
A number of Canadian Apparel Federation members are working with Marc Lugert, CAF's European representative, to enter the European market.ÊServices include market planning, sales force recruitment Êand the development of retail programs and partnerships. For more details download our backgrounder on this service or contact Marc Lugert at europe@apparel.ca for more information.
Organic Standards
Following on the heels of a successful seminar hosted by the Canadian Apparel Federation on the topic in June of this year, Jon Cloud of the Organic Cotton CompanyÊis leading an effort to establish a committee to help establish a voluntary standard for organic textiles in Canada. Companies interested in this issue should contact him at jon@organic-cotton-co.com. He will be convening a meeting this fall for companies interested in participating. Interested individuals will be sent background information, including information on the Global Organic Textile Standards (GOTS), and other relevant material.
Canadian Apparel Magazine - feature on Insurance
You buy insurance to protect against unforeseen loss.
Unfortunately, price is frequently seen as the only differentiating factor between policies. But it is rare and highly unlikely that an "off the shelf" policy will adequately meet the needs of a unique commercial enterprise operating in a specialized, dynamic environment such as the apparel industry. Consider the seven issues outlined in this article in assessing how effectively your policy addresses the risks you face as an apparel manufacturer or importer. Article is authored by industry leader, Elliott Alper of Seymour Alper and Associates.
CAF Collection Service Adds to Member Benefits
The Canadian Apparel Federation (CAF) is offering a new membership service. CAF has selected ACA Collection Agencies as its preferred supplier of collection services. For CAF members, ACA offers the following:
- Legal demand letters (other agencies charge between $75 and $150).
- 10-day final demand service.
- Advantageous legal rates across North America.
- Customized reporting system with updates (daily, weekly or monthly).
- Bankruptcy services
For further information contact David Schachter at 1-800-561-8921 or credit@apparel.ca
Supply Chain Solutions Seminar: Color management
CAF is working with Datacolor to deliverÊtechnical seminar on color management later this month. The session will cover color fundamentals, color development issues and best practices for color communication within your supply chain. This technicalÊseminar features:
- Fundamentals of Color for the apparel supply chain;
- Success stories and best practices for the color development process;
- Communicating color in a global supply chain andÊ
- Color as a strategic advantage.
For details on scheduling click on links below:
1. TorontoÊ- October 16
2. Montreal - October 18
Download the registration form via PDF.
Student Showcase - Downtown Calgary Fashion Week
September 4th - 8th, 2007
One of the main goals of Downtown Calgary Fashion Week is to promote the local talent, and we would like to open up this opportunity to the students across Alberta in Fashion programs.
An event that we are looking forward to this year is an Independent Runway show featuring a student show case. This will be a perfect opportunity for the fashion students to show their talent and skills, and possibly get some media coverage.
The Fashion Shows will be taking place throughout the week at flames Central, which for the week of September 4th Ð 8th will be transformed into Fashion Central. The student showcase will be a full production runway and a perfect event for students to show their work. Since it would be a full production show, there would be an entry fee which can be paid by the students, or sponsorship through the College. The Student Showcase will be held on Saturday the 8th.
Due to the fact that school is back in on same date that fashion week begins we are looking mostly for the second and third year students and also looking to contact the graduating class or past recommended students.
Last year emerging designers showcased their designs and received a great deal of recognition from the media and public. We are looking forward to having students apply for this same opportunity to proudly display their designs.
Any student can enter and if the criteria are met, be in the show.
Those who are looking to get more active participation, we're looking for committee member to oversee the events. As well if wanted come give us a hand and volunteer at the show.
Independent Runway Criteria
One of the main goals of Calgary Fashion Week is to promote the unique talent that is held by our local designers. Fashion week putting on an Independent Runway Show that is going to showcase their upcoming lines and individual flare.
Rules and Regulations:
- Designers must submit a look book which should include a minimum of 3 pieces that would represent your craftsmanship and the general style/look of the garments being put into the show. The garment should be displayed physically on a model (not dress form) for the pictures.
- Samples will be reviewed by an independent jury of fashion executives. Approval will be based on the quality of the garments, not on creativity or individual taste and style
- Fashion Central provides an unbiased opportunity for designers to showcase their lines.
- The look books are to be submitted no later than June 30th.
- It's recommended to enter pieces sized for a runway model
Woman's Wear (Standard size 6 Chest: 34, waist: 26, hips: 35)
Men's wear (Waist: 32, jackets 40/41, Shirts: Medium, suits 40R)
Otherwise be able to ensure clothing can be altered on site.
- Designers must produce a collection with proper sewing quality
- Outfits must fully clothe the runway model
Please Fill out and include in look book:
Designer Name, Contact Number, Email Address, Collection Name (please print clearly), Insert company LOGO, Description of clothing (or comments to include)
We're looking forward to seeing your samples and hope you will join us for Fashion Week 2007.
Please contact Stephanie Hambling or for any questions at Stephanie@pirannahproductions.ca, or for more information visit www.downtowncalgary.com
Wear? Canada! Programs for 2007
Since its debut two and a half years ago, hndreds of Canadian apparel companies have taken advantage of Wear?Canada!-CAF's export marketing initiative. Wear?Canada! has been able to provide key sector and regional programs to the industry through an impressive array of activities.
If you haven't participated in Wear?Canada? - it's time you did. Upcoming programs include advertising and editorial opportunities within CAF's signature trade publication "WearCanada." The next issue targets buyers and media attending Las Vegas market week August 2007. This beautiful glossy book is already 25% sold out! To obtain the rate card for this publication, click on the image to the right. For other advertising inquiries contact Patrick Thomas at patrick@apparel.ca or T: 514.383.0916.
Other Wear?Canada! activities planned for 2007 include:
- turnkey exhibitor package for emerging companies at the August 2007 Pool Trade Show in Las Vegas;
- marketing support for the intimate sector attending either CurveNV or Lingerie Americas in Las Vegas August 2007;
- advertising opportunities tied to a "WearCanada" supplement within Best of Intima;
- a marketing program in support of menswear firms attending The Collective in New York (January 2008);
- exhibitor/marketing program for firms wishing to attend CPD Women's Ready-to-Wear in Dusseldorf Germany (February 2008) and
- additional advertising and editorialopportunities for the activewear sector targeting 2008 industry trade shows.
To learn more about future Wear?Canada! initiatives, please contact Eileen Melnick McCarthy at emelnick@apparel.ca or 1.800.661.1187 ext. 222.
Featured Publication: Entrepreneur's Guide to Sewn Product Manufacturing:
Finally the apparel industry can rely on a single volume for answers to basic (and not so basic) information on sewn product manufacturing. This 230 page book is intended for smaller entrepreneurs operating apparel design or manufacturing firms. Sections cover business planning, production, product quality and other management issues.
This balanced, practical book is an essential tool for smaller companies looking to start in the trade or review their operations step-by-step. The book also includes numerous worksheets, tables and examples that make it especially practical. There is no better primer for new start-up companies.
Price: $85.00 CAD; CAF Members: $70.00 CAD
Canadian Apparel Credit - Update
The Canadian Apparel Federation's new credit service is now fully operational. The service allows companies to access up-to-date credit information on Canadian retailers on a 24/7 basis. Information (monthly agings) is supplied by apparel vendors. To find out more - check out the PowerPoint slide presentation available on-line or call David Schachter at (514) 483 6195 ext. 239 or credit@apparel.ca
Lethbridge College's Annual Fashion Show - Bare Bones
April 28, 2007
Lethbridge College's annual dinner and Fashion Show is on Sat, April 28th at the U of Lethbridge's Atrium and Theatre. Tickets are available from Classique Dance Wear and by phone from The Student Association at (403) 320-3373
Dinner/Show: $30.00
Show Only: $15.00
Cocktails: 5:30pm
Dinner: 6:00pm
Show: 8:00pm
ASAP 2006 Scholarship Winner
Congratulations to Melea Paull, the Olds College winner of ASAP's 2006 student scholarship! Melea was awarded her Scholarship at the Olds College Fashion Show on Sat, March 31 2007. We would also like to congratulate Justin Pritchard, our scholarship winner from Lethbridge Community College. Justin was presented with his award on Sat, April 28 2007 at the LCC Dinner and Fashion Show (Bare Canvas).
Casting is now open for Project Runway Canada
Deadline April 13, 2007
Twelve talented and hungry fashion designers are given the opportunity of a lifetime - a chance to break into the notoriously exclusive fashion industry. In each episode one designer is eliminated, until the field is whittled down to only three finalists who will design a collection to show in front of Canada's fashion community. Ultimately one designer will claim their rightful place in the spotlight, winning the top prize, including $100,000 to begin their own fashion line, and a feature spread showing their winning collection in the pages of the country's foremost fashion magazine.
Application forms available at www.slice.ca and www.insighttv.com
Download the application form via PDF.
View the current issue of Threads, a newsletter by apparel-bc.org
Americas Fashion Business Expo 2007
Miami, September 11-12, 2007
Designers and Manufacturers: "Americas Fashion Business Expo", now offers designers and manufacturers from Latin America, the Caribbean, United States, Canada, Europe and worldwide, the opportunity to exhibit in one of the fastest growing markets in the United States... South Florida while expanding or introducing your apparel and accessories product lines to retailers, wholesalers, boutiques, importers, buyers, distributors and representatives.
Americas Fashion Business Expo's objective is to facilitate business contacts between designers, manufacturers and buyers with a major direct marketing campaign targeting buyers from the apparel and accessories markets.
Exporters and distributors can also present their product lines to buyers from neighboring countries from Latin America and the Caribbean. The "Americas Fashion Business Expo" offers you the hottest spot for new apparel stores and boutiques opening up here, in South Florida and throughout this huge international business hub every day. Our marketing campaign for the trade only, also includes the south eastern United States.
According to Miami-Dade County Statistics 2006, over 11.3 million visitors came to Miami. (54% domestic and 46% international) with 5 billion dollars spent on shopping; making it one of the most lucrative markets in the world.
Designer Fashion Magazine : As the organizer of the "Americas Fashion Business Expo", with more than a 30,000 monthly distribution and a global on-line coverage, extends an invitation to your company to show your apparel and accessories product lines on September 11 and 12, 2007 at the prestigious Radisson Hotel in downtown Miami, minutes from South Beach and all areas of interest. With Designer Fashion Magazine's extensive distribution to thousands of potential buyers, you will have the advantage of making direct buyer contacts. All exhibitors will receive an extra benefit of having their company's advertisement seen in the Designer Fashion Magazine's four months pre-show exhibitors section.
A complete 3-day all inclusive package includes:
- 2 day Trade Show (booth exhibits)
- 3 nights hotel stay, transportation to and from hotel and airport (Radisson Hotel Downtown Miami 305.374.0000)
- Daily full breakfast
- Your company's advertisement in our Designer Fashion Magazine's four months pre-event
Visit www.americasfashionbusiness.com , or call (305) 266-2000, or fax (305) 266-0090 for more information.
An Alberta directory!
An updated directory of designers, garment or sewn product production suppliers or services, available to other producers within Alberta.
Do you want to be a part of this?
All you need to be in the directory or have access to it is a membership to the Association of Sewn Alberta Products.
Please email your information for inclusion to: Anne Livesey
Or call Anne for more information at (403) 592-0780
Lethbridge Community College Open House
Experience LCC - March 21, 5p.m. - 8p.m.
We're excited to inform you that once again this year we are planning an evening open house for Wednesday March 21. "Experience LCC" will run from 5p.m. - 8p.m. that evening.
"Experience LCC" is a prime opportunity for prospective students, parents and educators to see what LCC has to offer at a convenient evening time.
The event features:
Waived application fees for the first 50 people to apply
On-the-spot conditional offers of acceptance
Tours of all program areas
Aboriginal services presentations at 5:30pm and 7:00pm
Door prizes including an iPod Nano, gift certificates, and 107.7 The River will be on location
Representatives and interactive displays from more than 50 program areas
I encourage you and your students to attend the "Experience LCC" open house and look forward to seeing you there!
For more information please contact: Michele Reid, Acting Educational Liaison Coordinator, michele.reid@lethbridgecollege.ab.ca, (403) 320-3322
House of Commons considers Chinese imports
As some members will be aware, imports of Chinese apparel into Canada have been the subject of debate in Parliament this week. This debate follows consideration of this issue in the House of Commons Standing Committee on International Trade in December.
In December that committee passed a motion calling on the government to negotiate safeguards (special import quotas) on certain apparel products, and subsequently to conclude a broad quota agreement with China. The NDP motion was passed with the support of BQ, and Liberal members of the committee. Conservative members opposed motion. It was included in the report of the committee which was debated in the House of Commons earlier this week. On February 20 a motion in the House "concurred" in the report of the committee - essentially accepting its findings. This is largely a routine exercise.
Companies should remember that safeguards on imports from China are quite limited in their application:
- Canada may consult with China on import levels, and establish safeguards, however these will not roll back the increase in imports that has occurred in recent years.
- Imports from China in many categories are currently growing at rates at or below the threshold (seven per cent annual growth rate) where a quota could be set and
- Canada cannot impose similar limits on imports from countries such as Bangladesh, Cambodia (both of which are also duty-free), Hong Kong and India - all of whom could easily replace China should quotas be imposed.
A number of member firms have contacted CAF regarding this motion, and what it means. Beyond the limitations inherent in safeguards, the motion/report is not binding on the Government. Despite the fact that the House endorsed the report, the government is not required to act, nor is there any timetable for it to address the committee's recommendations. On a number of products ranging from bicycles to barbeques the current Government has refrained from imposing import controls, and apparel is likely to be no exception.
While there are various ways the committee could ask for a detailed response from the government and press for further action, these actions would take a considerable period of time.
The issue is complicated by the fact that, despite having over two years since terms of reference were established, there has not been a single application by a Canadian apparel manufacturer to the Canadian International Trade Tribunal for a China safeguard. For companies that want to review the issue of safeguards further they can review the article we published in Canadian Apparel magazine in 2004 on the subject.
Download more information via PDF.
We will continue to monitor developments on this issue. Members should contact Bob Kirke for more information: bkirke@apparel.ca, 1-613-231-3220, ext. 224
Wear?Canada! Returns to STYLEMAX
March 24-27, 2007
The Canadian Apparel Federation, in association with the Canadian Consulate, Chicago, is returning to STYLEMAX March 24-27 with a superb marketing/exhibitor package. This program is quite popular and sells out early.
Booth Package
Our package provides Canadian womenswear firms with a cost-effective opportunity to market your products in the Mid-west's most important market. Our package features a turn key booth and marketing support and saves you close to 40% off the regular rate.
For more information, please contact: Eileen Melnick McCarthy, T: 613.231.3220 ext. 222, emelnick@apparel.ca
Advertise in our Stylemax Wear?Canada! supplement
Get your name in front of thousands of buyers before Stylemax. Our publication features listings or all exhibitors and advertising.
For advertising enquiries, contact Patrick Thomas at patrick@apparel.ca, (514) 383-0916
Featured CAF Publication: Fairchild Dictionary of Textiles
Take advantage of ournew lower price on CAF's best selling textiles reference source. The seventh edition of this industry standard includes revised and updated definitions; Hundreds of new illustrations - both photos and line drawings; More cross-referencing has been added; Archival terms are noted; Pronunciations are included for important terms; Acronyms are listed and defined; The Appendix of Trade Associations has been revised and expanded; Also, a "How to Use" section, including a complete breakdown of an imaginary entry which gives a step-by-step explanation of each individual part of an entry, a guide to pronunciations and a geographical reference section. This is truly the industry standard for textile information.
An invaluable reference source! Ordertoday from the CAF on-line store. CAF member price: $50.00, non-members: $70.00.
Trade Mission to Japan
January 13-21, 2007
CAF is also organizing a trade mission to Japan, from January 13 to 21, 2007. This Mission is open to all sectors of the apparel industry. The itinerary will feature visits to Tokyo, Nagoya and Osaka, as well as a visit to the International Fashion Fair, (IFF) in Tokyo-the largest fashion trade show in Japan. Space is limited.
For more information, please contact: Eileen Melnick McCarthy, T: 613.231.3220 ext. 222, emelnick@apparel.ca
Download the PDF application.
