Founded in Mulhouse, France, in 1746, DMC makes embroidery thread and other needlecraft materials, with its thread still produced in the same factory where manufacturing began in 1898. Its best-known Mouliné stranded embroidery thread, created in 1898, serves as a color reference for embroidery patterns and fashion houses and is available in more than 500 colors. DMC also offers yarns, kits and patterns for contemporary makers while carrying forward a long manufacturing tradition.
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SOLSTISSFounded in 1974 by the union of five established lace makers, Solstiss creates Calais-Caudry lace in Caudry, France, preserving century-old Leavers-loom know-how in its workshops. Its designs draw on a permanent collection of thousands of patterns and colors, alongside two new collections each year, and the house also develops custom projects. Solstiss was named a Living Heritage Company (Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant) in 2011.New York, NY
Eddington Thread ManufacturingSince 1946, Eddington Thread Manufacturing has remained a family-owned Philadelphia-area company, building its reputation around industrial thread made with hands-on craftsmanship. Its Bensalem facility keeps the work under one roof, from winding through packaging, allowing the company to serve demanding sewing needs for government and commercial customers.BENSALEM, PA
Prelle et Cie S.A.SSince 1752, Lyon-based Manufacture Prelle has woven furnishing fabrics, carrying the city’s silk tradition through nine generations of family ownership. The company preserves rare hand-loom techniques alongside newer looms, enabling it to recreate historic textiles and develop bespoke fabrics for distinctive interiors. Prelle continues to create and produce exclusively in France, with work ranging from private residences to heritage institutions such as New York’s Frick Collection.NEW YORK, NY
The Moritz Embroidery WorksSince 1885, The Moritz Embroidery Works has manufactured embroidered emblems and custom promotional products, with its primary focus remaining on emblems after the family business shifted from lace-making in the early 20th century. Now based in East Stroudsburg, the company is operated by the fourth and fifth generations of the Moritz family and also provides custom artwork, digitizing, and decorated garments. Moritz is an official Boy Scouts of America licensee and has received the organization’s Quality Licensee designation.EAST STROUDSBURG, PA