The Makers Division represents any company employing machine operators in the fabrics industry. Our mission is to springboard growth of sewn product makers, both large and small, by providing access to premier workforce development resources, a raw material knowledge base, and sharing knowledge on how to use innovative equipment and software to its fullest potential.
Join MAKERS today for exclusive benefits not found elsewhere in the industry. All Makers members indicating a contract sewing category will be listed on our Find a Sewer directory.
Be Informed
- Industry-driven product and specification database development
- Access industry resources, educational materials and a member directory
- Understand your market more with in-depth research
- Complimentary magazine subscriptions to Specialty Fabrics Review
Get Recognized
- Be an editorial source for IFAI’s publications; share your knowledge and products
- Showcase your innovation in the distinguished International Achievement Awards and other competitions
- Download “Proud Member of Makers Division” Logo (members only)
- Find a Sewer Directory (All Makers members indicating a contract sewing category will be listed on our Find a Sewer directory)
Stay Connected
- Member pricing on advertising in all IFAI publications and free product listing in Specialty Fabrics Review Buyer’s Guide
- Member pricing for exhibiting at and attending the annual IFAI Expo
- Exclusive member pricing on International Achievement Award (IAA) submissions
- Be listed in IFAI’s online membership directory
- Opportunities to collaborate with other IFAI divisions and external partners
- Member exclusive webinars