Web Directory

» ABFLO. International Association of Bedding & Furniture Law Officials
   USA. Organization of state officials responsible for the enforcement of consumer oriented bedding and furniture laws, promoting uniformity in laws, terminology, test methods, and enforcement procedures within the various state programs.
   http://www.abflo.info/

» ACT. Association for Contract Textiles
   USA. Non-profit trade organization for North American manufacturers of contract textiles.
   http://www.contract-textiles.com/

» ACTTAA. Textile Arts and Surface Design Association
   Australia. Non-profit trade organization for art and surface designers in the textile, paper, ceramics, jewellery and sculptural forms. Links to related sites.
   http://www.acttextiles.org.au/

» AFERA. European Association for the Self-Adhesive Tape Industry
   The Netherlands. Umbrella organization for manufacturers, converters, suppliers, and trade associations, institutions and universities involved in the European self-adhesive tape industry. Directory of member companies. Library of test methods and publica
   http://www.afera.com/

» American Quilter's Society
   USA. Membership organisation for the international quilting industry, active in training and education, publishing and trade promotion. Calendar of events. Directories for appraisers and quilt shops.
   http://www.americanquilter.com/

» BCFA. British Contract Furnishing Association
   UK. Trade organization for British manufacturers and contractors in the furniture, textile fabrics and soft furnishings, wallcoverings and finishes, carpets and floorcoverings, lighting, bedding and interior art industries. Searchable company directory. C
   http://www.thebcfa.com/

» BITA. British Interior Textiles Association
   UK. Trade organization for the UK interior textile fabric manufacturers, designers and related industries. Company directory, business services, news and events. Large section on fabric care.
   http://www.interiortextiles.com

» CITA. International Confederation of Manufacturers of Furnishing Fabrics
   Germany. Non-profit membership organization of the European upholstery and furnishing fabrics, and related industries.
   http://www.c-i-t-a.de/

» Canvas Products Association
   USA. Trade organisation for fabric product manufacturers and suppliers to the industry. Members' directory. Newsletter. List of conventions.
   http://www.canvaszone7.com/

» EBIA. European Bedding Industries' Association
   Belgium. Umbrella organization of European national associations of manufacturers and suppliers of mattresses and beds. Links to member organizations. Library of consumer information articles.
   http://www.europeanbedding.eu/

» FGA. Fabric Graphics Association
   USA. Trade organization for the textile based signage industry, aiming to foster and service the fabric and graphics industries by being the one stop source for market applications to fabric through educational seminars, web based resources and the organi
   http://fabricgraphicsassociation.com/

» FIDER. Foundation for Interior Design Education Research
   USA. Non-profit organization, dedicated to the development and promotion of standards in interior design education programs.
   http://interiordesign.lovetoknow.com/FIDER_-_Foundation_for_Interior_Design_Education

» FTBA. Furnishing Trades Benevolent Association
   UK. Charity dedicated to helping those who are or who have been involved with the furniture, furnishing, carpeting and allied industries.
   http://www.ftba.co.uk/

» HFIA. Home Furnishings International Association
   USA. Trade organisation for the global home furnishings industry. Company directory. Market trend reports. Calendar of events. Links to related sites.
   http://www.hfia.com/

» Heimtex - Verband der Deutschen Heimtextilien-Industrie e.V.
   Trade organization for German companies involved in the manufacture and trade in home textiles. Directory of member companies and partners. On-line magazine. English and German.
   http://www.heimtex.de/

» IFAI. Industrial Fabrics Association International
   USA. International trade organization, representing the technical and industrial fabrics manufacturers. Includes information on the industry and manufacturers, magazines, FAQs and links to related web sites.
   http://www.ifai.com/

» IFDA. International Furnishings and Design Association
   USA. Trade organisation for professionals and companies involved in the design, production, distribution, promotion, communication or education in the home furnishings and interior design and related industries. Calendar of events. Newsletter on PDF files
   http://www.ifda.com/

» IIDA. International Interior Design Association
   World wide professional networking and educational association committed to enhancing the quality of life through excellence in interior design and advancing interior design through knowledge. On-line career and technical centers.
   http://www.iida.org/

» IMA. International Mohair Association
   Germany. International trade organization for the mohair textile industry. Description of the origin and uses of mohair. Links to related sites. English and German.
   http://www.mohair.de/

» IMQA. International Machine Quilters Association
   USA. Membership organization for individuals and professionals in the global quilting industry. Directory of member companies. Links to related sites.
   http://www.imqa.org/

» ITTA. Indian Technical Textile Association
   Trade organization and think tank for companies and individuals involved in the Indian technical textile industry, initiated by the Textile Commissioner of the Indian Ministry of Textiles.
   http://www.technotex.gov.in/ITTA_-_Note_application%20form%20091009.pdf

» MSMA. Membrane Structures Manufacturers' Association
   Canada. Trade organisation for the membrane structures industry, focused on serving as an information resource on codes, standards and general practices, and promote the use and growth of membrane structures. Members' directory. Calendar of events. Links
   http://www.msma.ca/

» NADFD. National Association of Decorative Fabric Distributors
   USA. Trade organization for distributors of upholstery fabrics. Searchable members directory. FAQs. Fabric maintenance and care guide, and consumer information.
   http://www.nadfd.com/

» NAT. National Association of Textiles
   France. National technical association for French manufacturers of textiles and related products. English and French.
   http://ww2.ant-nat.com:8002/antex/

» NBF. National Bed Federation
   UK. Trade organization for manufacturers and suppliers of beds and mattresses. Directory of member companies. Links to related sites.
   http://www.bedfed.org.uk/

» NCIDQ. National Council for Interior Design Qualification
   USA. Non-profit organization, involved in examination and certification of interior designers. Detailed overview of qualificiation program. List of publications.
   http://www.ncidq.org/

» NFI. Narrow Fabrics Institute
   USA. Trade organisation for manufacturers of non-elastic, woven, knitted and braided narrow fabrics, involved in statistical reporting, review of military and federal specifications and performance standards, information exchange and the development of ne
   http://www.narrowfabrics.org/

» NIF. Nippon Interior Fabrics Association
   Japan. Trade organization for manufacturers and international distributors of curtains, carpets, linens, upholstery, yarns and related products. Business news and marketing information. English and Japanese.
   http://www.nif.or.jp/

» OFPANZ. Outdoor Fabric Products Association of New Zealand
   Non-profit trade organization for companies involved in the outdoor fabrics and products industries. Searchable directories of member companies and products. List of events. Links to related sites.
   http://www.ofpanz.co.nz/

» PAAQT. Professional Association of Appraisers · Quilted Textiles
   USA. Regulating body for quilt appraisers certified by the American Quilter's Society. Members' directory searchable by name and location.
   http://www.quiltappraisers.org/

» SDA. Surface Design Association
   USA. Membership organization for textile practitioners, studio artists, industrial designers, educators, technicians, curators, gallery owners, interior designers, students, and enthusiasts, dedicated to increase awareness, understanding, and appreciation
   http://www.surfacedesign.org/

» SFIAA. Soft Furnishings Industry Association of Australia
   Non-profit trade organization for the Australian soft furnishing manufacturing and trade industry. Consumer information. Decoration manuals.
   http://www.sfiaa.org.au/

» TNNA. The National NeedleArts Association
   USA. International trade organization representing retailers, manufacturers, distributors, designers, manufacturers' representatives, publishers, teachers and wholesalers of products and supplies for the specialty needlearts market. Calendar of events. Li
   http://www.tnna.org/

» Tex Club Tec
   Italy. Trade organization for technical textiles and nonwovens, dedicated to the promotion of information and knowledge transfer between manufacturers and their suppliers of materials and machinery. English and Italian.
   http://www.texclubtec.it/english/index.asp

» Textile & Garments Exporters Association Erode
   India. Trade organization for Erode area manufacturers and exporters of textile fabrics, furnishings and ready-made garments. List of member companies.
   http://www.erodetgea.org/

» The Association of Master Upholsterers & Soft Furnishers
   UK. Trade association for the soft furnishing and upholstery industry. Company directory. List of shows and events. Library of publications.
   http://www.upholsterers.co.uk/

» The Performance Textiles Association
   UK. Trade organization, representing industrial textile producers, converters and users in Britain. List of industrial textile standards. Publications. Links to related sites.
   http://www.performancetextiles.org.uk/

» Towel Manufacturers Association of Pakistan
   Trade organization for Pakistani manufacturers of towels, bathrobes and related products. Directory of member companies. Library of PDF articles. Links to related sites.
   http://www.towelassociation.com/

» USIFI. United States Industrial Fabrics Institute
   USA. Trade organization for US based manufacturers of technical and industrial textile fabrics, dedicated to export promotion, education, knowledge transfer and legal lobbying activities. List of events.
   http://www.usifi.com/

» WCAA. Window Coverings Association of America
   USA. Non-profit trade organisation for the window coverings industry, focused certification and education about drapes, blinds, and shades. Directory of home decor professionals.
   http://www.wcaa.org

» Working Group for Textile Architecture
   Germany. Confederation of manufacturers of yarns, coating materials, membranes and textiles in the lightweight construction industry, dedicated to the promotion of building with technical textiles. Members directory. Lists of publications, projects and co
   http://www.textile-architecture.com/