FABRIC

About This Business

FABRIC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit ecosystem designed to support fashion entrepreneurs, particularly those involved in domestic small-batch manufacturing. The organization provides a comprehensive roadmap, connections, guidance, tools, and opportunities for individuals to take their concepts to production. FABRIC serves as a hub for the entire fashion community, from DIY creators to established brands, offering a directory, calendar, classifieds, and events that foster collaboration, connection, and exposure. The organization's founders, Angela Johnson and Sherri Barry, bring diverse backgrounds in design, business, and creativity, with a forward-looking, business mindset. Angela Johnson, an award-winning, eco-friendly clothing designer, is a champion for the Arizona fashion industry and has experience working in design and production for notable brands such as X-Large Manufacturing and X-Girl. FABRIC's mission is to make the fashion industry more ethical, sustainable, and accessible, and it achieves this through its virtual, self-guided platform, which includes hundreds of videos, documents, tools, tips, referrals, and lessons. The organization is not limited to Arizona, and anyone in the U.S. can access its resources. In Arizona, creators can also access state-of-the-art equipment, collaborate in a creative space, and showcase their work. Whether individuals are launching a fashion brand, upcycling materials into art, providing cut/sew services, teaching the next generation, or simply want to connect with the industry, FABRIC is their home base. With its unique approach to domestic small-batch manufacturing and its commitment to sustainability and accessibility, FABRIC is an invaluable resource for fashion entrepreneurs and a leader in the industry. By providing a comprehensive platform and a supportive community, FABRIC helps individuals navigate the challenges of small-batch production and achieve their goals. The organization's focus on ethics, sustainability, and accessibility sets it apart from other industry players and makes it an attractive option for those looking to make a positive impact in the fashion world. As a non-profit organization, FABRIC is dedicated to creating a more equitable and environmentally friendly fashion industry, and its work has the potential to inspire and empower a new generation of fashion entrepreneurs.