South Star Supply - Sewing Business Resources

Browse around this page some now and bookmark it for later. You'll need it some day!

Visit our blog "SouthStar Says" for timely comments, brilliant observations, and scintillating narrative pertinent to current sewing industry events. Or if you're just bored.

Our catalog gives you two search options from every page: Browse it like a traditional printed catalog by using Search by Category, or if you already know the item number or description of what you need, just type it in Search by Item Number or Keyword.

Search by Category will lead you to a list of more specific subcategories. One more click takes you to the products in that subcategory.

Search by Item Number or Keyword will bring up a list of every subcategory and specific product matching the criteria you enter. Then just click on the product you want to see.

When you are ready for checkout, the system will ask you to set up an account using your email address and a password. This allows you to come back and check on your order and to review past orders.

There are a lot more great features in the new catalog, but isn't just reading about it boring? It's time to have some fun...

So... get started by clicking here!

Most Frequently Asked Questions

What are knife-edge scissors?
What is the best way to sharpen scissors?
How can I sharpen thread snips?
How can I make disappearing marks disappear quicker?
What kind of pattern paper should I use?
How can I stop synthetics from fusing when I cut patterns?
What kind of spot remover should I use?
When should thread lubricant be used?
What is a walking foot sewing machine?

Sewing Industry News Feed

Daily apparel and textile news and comment - from just-style.com
09/07/2010	UK: Strong fashion sales bolster August retail sales
09/07/2010	US: Study links cholesterol with waterproof fabric chemical
09/07/2010	THE FLANARANT: Uncertainty the latest threat to Pakistan makers
09/07/2010	JAPAN: Muji operator to reduce China production base
09/07/2010	SWEDEN: H&M lines up employee incentive programme
09/06/2010	COMMENT: European technology shows fight for space
09/07/2010	US: China's currency practices won't be investigated
09/07/2010	ITALY: Jean Paul Gaultier designs for La Perla
09/07/2010	UK: Littlewoods announces Coleen Rooney ad campaign
09/07/2010	INDIA: Fashion event cancelled with days to spare
09/07/2010	INDIA: Intertek authorised to carry out Woolmark testing
09/07/2010	UK: Sports Direct posts profit despite England flop
09/07/2010	JAPAN: Sogo & Seibuto sell Zara clothes
09/07/2010	FRANCE: Turkish fashion label Yargici opens in Paris
09/07/2010	FRANCE: SAIC-Velcorex to return to trading
09/07/2010	UK: Over-50s buoy Debenhams' bikini sales
09/06/2010	GERMANY: Court approves Karstadt takeover plan
09/06/2010	ANALYSIS: Spanish chains halt apparel market freefall
09/06/2010	US: American Eagle recalls toddler items
09/06/2010	Global news roundup

OTHER NEWS OF INTEREST:

IMPORTANT NOTICE!
New intrusive, restrictive, expensive federal legislation is affecting your business now if you manufacture or market anything in the U.S. Click the two links below to find out more about:

CPSIA
(Especially important for childrenswear manufacturers; start with the oldest post and move forward - it's like watching a horror movie in a creepy old mansion called Congress.)

Design Piracy Probation Act
(If you are an independent designer, this train's coming at you.)

* * *

Imogene + Willie: Could the quest for a perfect pair of jeans end in a former 12South gas station?
(article from the Nashville Scene)

Why We Still Make It in the USA

(AOL small business article)

The Levi's® Brand and Brooks Brothers Collaborate on an Exclusive Collection of Jeans Made in the USA

(article from Behind the Seams)

The Fabric of New York
(Op-Ed piece from the NYT about the imperiled Garment District)

U.S. Tax Money Pays Foreign Workders for TSA Uniforms
(Nashville NewsChannel 5 investigation)

For miscellaneous information about doing business with us, please visit our blog:
SOUTHSTAR SAYS

PRODUCTION ADVICE:

Garment Seams: Stitched, Stitchless, or Seamless
(an article by J. Michael Quante from AATCC News)

Seams Review
(an article by Gloria McConnell for [TC]²)

Removing Stitches to Make Repairs

(an article by Gloria McConnell for [TC]²)

Seven Steps for Making a Fashion Dream Come True
(an article by George J. Nemphos and Nanette C. Heide for Apparel Magazine)

Needle Thread Breakage

(an article by Gloria McConnell for [TC]²)

Selecting the Correct Sewing Thread

(an article by Kim Anderson for [TC]²)

Sustainable Product Development
(an article by Perry King for [TC]²)

PARTS DIAGRAMS NOW ONLINE:

NEEDLE SIZE COMPARISON CHART
Click here.
*

SEWING BOOKS & VIDEOS:
Click on the book to see our full selection.

*

MADE IN THE U.S.A.
Click here for a sampling of our Made in U.S.A. products.
*

PRODUCT VIDEOS:

Esteam Portable Steamer

Heavy Duty Sewing Chair

Pro-1 Hot Knife
*

TENNESSEE CUSTOMERS:

We add applicable local and state taxes to your orders as required by law. If your purchase should be exempt from sales tax, we must have on file the Tennessee Blanket Certificate of Resale form, completed and signed by you. If you are not sure if your purchases qualify, please contact the Department of Revenue. The form is available through the following link:

Tennessee Blanket Certificate of Resale

We cannot ship your orders without charging sales tax until we have this completed form on file. Sorry; no exceptions. You may fax the completed form to us toll-free at 800-842-7358.
*

Featured Closeout Item: