Valdese Weavers
Artist Katie Merz Creates Sustainably Themed Mural
The distinct and authentic style of Brooklyn-based artist, Katie Merz, captured the attention of Valdese Weavers as they were trying to find a meaningful way to share their passion for sustainability…
Style Board: Sustainable Furnishings, The Way of the Future
Investing in eco-friendly, heirloom quality furnishings is becoming the new norm. Nowadays, homeowners are interested in the sustainability journey, aligning themselves with the missions of companies…
Kevin O’Brien Studio Adds 2 New Collections for Fall
New alfresco fashion fabrics produced at Valdese Weavers
“Valentine Lyon” brand DESIGNED FOR ASPIRATIONAL LUXURY SHOPPERS
Artisan-centric textile design house Kevin O’Brien Studio (KOBS) is pushing…
New Technologies Add Touchable Textures to Performance Fabrics
Through a designed yarn approach to its textiles, Designtex has applied its performance properties to fabric collections that span contract, residential and hospitality while keeping hand soft, and…
Talk to the Hand: Performance Fabric's Textural Evolution
New technologies have softened the textures and appeal of performance textiles across the board. Once relegated to the commercial and hospitality sectors, along with some outdoor, performance fabrics…
Valdese Weavers Names COO, SVP of Finance
Blake Millinor, the recently named President of Valdese Weavers, announced a transition in key executive positions as a part of a carefully developed succession plan for the future leadership of the…
Blake Millinor Named President of Valdese Weavers
Mike Shelton, President and CEO of Valdese Weavers, announced Blake Millinor’s appointment as President today at the company’s headquarters in Valdese, North Carolina. Shelton will continue to serve…
Valdese Weavers Partners with Seaqual on Marine Plastic Upcycled Textiles
For 20 years, Valdese Weavers has been recycling plastics into timeless textiles and the company is evolving its commitment to making a positive difference on the environment by launching a new…
Textiles Designed to Perform Sustainably
Once found primarily in high-traffic commercial and hospitality settings, performance textiles are increasingly making their way into people’s homes. As performance fabric technology evolves,…
Patrick Shelton Joins ITA Board of Directors
Patrick Shelton, Vice President of Sales with Valdese Weavers, has been elected to join the International Textile Alliance (ITA) Board of Directors.
“I am very excited to be adding another member…