Fabric Education
Sourcing Eco-Friendly Fabric: A B2B Guide to Sustainable Textiles
A technical guide for sourcing eco-friendly fabric. Compare recycled synthetics vs. naturals, understand GRS certifications, and evaluate manufacturing impact.
Expert Insights
BLOG &RESOURCES
Huada Creation blog: deep dive into textile technology, sustainable manufacturing, fabric buying guides, industry trends, and supply chain optimization. Expert insights for your business decisions.
Fabric Education
What Is Ring Spun Cotton? Specs, Tradeoffs & Uses
Wondering what is ring spun cotton? Learn the manufacturing process, yarn counts, and how it compares to regular cotton for premium apparel sourcing.
Fabric Education
Knit vs Woven Fabric: Sourcing Guide for Manufacturers
Compare knit vs woven fabric for production. Expert analysis of cost, stretch, GSM, and application suitability for apparel manufacturing.
Fabric Education
Fabric Texture Guide: Types, Benefits & Sourcing
Master fabric texture sourcing. Explore tactile vs. visual types, including waffle, pique, and mesh, to elevate your apparel product lines.
Technical Fabrics
DWR Fabric Guide: Sourcing & Benefits
Discover DWR fabric properties and sourcing tips. Learn how durable water repellent finishes enhance polyester and fleece for B2B buyers.
Fabric Education
Double Knit Fabric: B2B Manufacturing & Sourcing Guide
Discover high-quality double knit fabric for apparel. Learn about types, benefits, and manufacturing specifications for B2B buyers. Contact Huada today.
Quality Control
Fabric Defects Guide: Types, Causes & Prevention
Identify and prevent common fabric defects. Learn about knitting, dyeing, and finishing faults to ensure textile quality for your apparel brand.
Fabric Education
Polyamide Fabric: Properties & B2B Sourcing
Discover polyamide fabric properties, benefits, and uses in activewear. Expert guide for B2B buyers sourcing high-performance textiles.
Fabric Education
Is Polyester Stretchy? The Complete Fabric Guide
Is polyester stretchy? Learn the truth about 100% polyester, how knit construction adds flexibility, and the benefits of spandex blends for textiles.
B2B Sourcing
Moisture Wicking Fabric: Specs Buyers Should Request (B2B)
Moisture wicking is a system (fiber, knit, and finish) - not a marketing term. This B2B guide shows what to put in your spec sheet, how to approve samples, and which supplier questions prevent performance surprises.
Fabric Education
Mesh Fabric for Sportswear: B2B Sourcing Guide to Types & CFM Ratings
Mesh fabric delivers 3-10x higher breathability (80-200+ CFM) than solid fabrics. This B2B guide covers eyelet, bird's eye, and matte mesh specifications, opacity testing, and supplier questions for activewear sourcing.
Fabric Education
Jersey Fabric for T-Shirts & Activewear: B2B Sourcing Guide
Jersey fabric is the foundation of t-shirts and activewear. This B2B guide covers single vs double jersey, GSM selection (120-280gsm), edge curling solutions, shrinkage specs, and supplier questions for knit sourcing.
Performance Guide
Moisture-Wicking Fabric: B2B Sourcing Guide & AATCC Testing
Moisture-wicking fabric moves sweat via capillary action (2-3hr dry time) vs cotton absorption (6-8hr). This B2B guide covers AATCC 195 testing grades, fiber selection, and 15 supplier questions for performance fabric sourcing.
Performance Guide
4-Way Stretch Fabric: Spandex Content & Recovery Testing Guide
4-way stretch fabric requires 8%+ spandex for equal horizontal and vertical elongation. This B2B guide covers stretch percentages, ASTM D3107 recovery testing, and specifications for leggings, yoga wear, and fitted activewear.
Performance Guide
Breathable Fabric for Activewear: CFM Ratings & Air Permeability Guide
Breathable fabric allows air and vapor to pass through, measured in CFM (cubic feet per minute). This B2B guide covers air permeability testing (ISO 9237), MVTR ratings, and breathability vs. moisture-wicking trade-offs.
Fabric Education
French Terry Fabric: B2B Sourcing Guide for Hoodies & Sweatshirts
French Terry (200-340gsm) features a smooth face with looped terry back—warmer than jersey, more breathable than fleece. This B2B guide covers loop construction, GSM selection, shrinkage specs, and sourcing questions for hoodie production.
B2B Sourcing
Minimum Order Quantity: How MOQ Works for Fabric (with MOQ Math)
MOQ is not just one number. This guide breaks down base MOQ, MOQ per color, and finish MOQ - plus practical scripts to request stock options, split colors, or pay a small-order surcharge.
B2B Sourcing
Third Party Inspection for Fabric Orders: What to Check + Report Template
Third party inspection reduces quality surprises before shipment. This guide gives a fabric-specific inspection checklist, a copy/paste report template, and how to use 4-point scoring in practice.
Technical Guide
Fabric Testing Standards: AATCC vs ASTM vs ISO
Comprehensive guide to the three major textile testing organizations and when to use each standard for fabric quality control.
Technical Guide
Knit Structure Analysis: Wale vs Course Explained
Deep dive into knitted fabric construction explaining wales and courses and their impact on stretch, drape, and durability.
Technical Guide
Sublimation Printing on Polyester: Complete Guide
Comprehensive guide to dye sublimation including fabric requirements, process parameters, and troubleshooting.
Technical Guide
Fabric Shrinkage: Causes, Testing, and Prevention
Complete guide to fabric shrinkage types, AATCC 135/ISO 5077 testing, and effective prevention strategies.
Technical Guide
Four-Way Stretch vs Two-Way Stretch Engineering Guide
Technical comparison of four-way and two-way stretch fabrics, spandex percentages, testing methods, and applications for activewear.
Technical Guide
Color Fastness Testing: Complete Laboratory Guide
Comprehensive guide to colorfastness testing including AATCC 61, ISO 105, grading scales, and industry requirements by application.
Industry Trends
Recycled Polyester in Activewear: 2026 Market Analysis
Analysis of recycled polyester (rPET) market growth, sustainability benefits, performance comparison with virgin polyester, and certification requirements.
Industry Trends
Smart Fabrics and Wearable Technology: 2026 Innovation
Overview of smart fabric categories, conductive textiles, sensor integration, market applications, and future trends in textile innovation.
Industry Trends
Compression Fabric Technology: Science and Performance
Scientific analysis of compression garments including graduated compression levels (mmHg), fabric requirements, performance benefits, and applications.
Industry Trends
Antimicrobial Fabric Treatments: Health and Performance
Guide to antimicrobial treatments including silver ion, copper-based, testing standards (AATCC 100), durability, and environmental considerations.
Comparison
Single Jersey vs Pique: Complete Comparison Guide
Detailed comparison of jersey and pique fabrics covering structure, breathability, durability, applications, and cost differences.
Comparison
Cotton vs Polyester Blend Ratios Explained
Comprehensive analysis of cotton-polyester blend ratios from 100% cotton to 100% polyester and their performance characteristics.
Comparison
Interlock vs Rib Knit: Structure and Applications
Comparison of interlock and rib knit structures including construction methods, stretch properties, stability, and ideal applications.
Comparison
Brushed vs Non-Brushed Fleece: Complete Guide
Comparison guide for brushed fleece and french terry covering warmth, breathability, weight, moisture management, and seasonal applications.
Sourcing Guide
Sourcing Knitted Fabrics from Guangdong, China
Complete guide to sourcing from Guangdong textile hub including major cities, supplier advantages, logistics, and working with manufacturers.
Sourcing Guide
China vs Vietnam vs Bangladesh: Textile Sourcing Comparison
Comprehensive comparison of sourcing textiles from China, Vietnam, and Bangladesh covering costs, quality, lead times, and trade advantages.
Sourcing Guide
Working with Chinese Fabric Mills: Complete Buyer Guide
Comprehensive guide for international buyers covering supplier selection, communication, sampling, ordering, pricing, logistics, and building relationships.
B2B Sourcing
Consolidation Warehouse for Fabric Imports: LCL to FCL (B2B Guide)
A consolidation warehouse lets you combine shipments from multiple suppliers into one container. This guide explains when it makes sense for fabric imports, what to standardize, and provides a checklist and container planning table.
B2B Sourcing
Fabric Swatch Card: What to Request (and How to Evaluate Samples)
A swatch card helps you shortlist fabrics fast, but it is not bulk approval. This article gives a sample evaluation checklist and a copy/paste email to request swatches, specs, MOQ, and lead times.
Fabric Education
Complete Guide to Knitted Fabric Types: Properties and Applications
Comprehensive overview of knitted fabric types including jersey, pique, mesh, fleece, and rib knits with their unique properties and best-use cases for activewear and sportswear.
B2B Sourcing
Fabric HS Code: How to Classify Common Fabrics (Buyer Checklist)
HS code classification drives duties and customs requirements. This buyer checklist shows what data you must collect (woven vs knit, fiber %, GSM, finishing) and which documents to request to avoid clearance delays.
Fabric Education
What Is Pique Fabric? B2B Sourcing Guide for Polo Shirts & Uniforms
Pique fabric is a double-knit textile with raised geometric texture that provides 20-30% better breathability than jersey. Learn GSM selection, quality specs, and sourcing questions for polo shirts, school uniforms, and corporate wear.
B2B Sourcing
OEKO-TEX Certified Fabric: What It Covers (and What It Does Not)
OEKO-TEX Standard 100 is a product safety certification focused on harmful substances. This sourcing guide explains what it covers, what it does not (organic and social compliance), and which documents buyers should request.
Fabric Education
Understanding Fabric Weight: Complete GSM Guide for Activewear
Learn what GSM means, how fabric weight impacts performance and comfort, and how to choose the right weight for your activewear application with our comprehensive guide.
B2B Sourcing
GOTS Certified Fabric: What to Ask Suppliers (SC vs TC)
GOTS certification depends on documents, not just claims. This guide explains Scope Certificates vs Transaction Certificates and provides a verification checklist and email template to request the right paperwork from suppliers.
Fabric Education
Understanding Elastane/Spandex Content: The Complete Guide
Learn how much spandex you need for different activewear applications, understand stretch vs recovery, and choose the right elastane percentage for yoga pants, leggings, and athletic wear.
Application Guide
Running Apparel Fabric Guide: Moisture Management Explained
Discover the best fabrics for running apparel including moisture-wicking technology, breathability requirements, and optimal fabric weights for different running conditions.
Application Guide
Leggings Fabric Guide: Opacity, Stretch, and Compression
Master leggings fabric selection with our complete guide covering squat-proof opacity testing, stretch requirements, compression levels, and the best fabrics for activewear leggings.
Comparison Guide
Polyester vs Cotton for Sportswear: B2B Fiber Selection Guide
For activewear, polyester outperforms cotton: 3x faster drying (2-3 hrs vs 6-8 hrs), 2x durability (100+ vs 50 washes), <2% shrinkage. Use this fiber comparison guide for sportswear sourcing decisions.
Fabric Education
Bird's Eye Mesh vs Regular Mesh - Which is Better for Sportswear?
Detailed comparison of bird's eye mesh and regular athletic mesh fabrics including breathability, durability, aesthetics, and best applications for sportswear and activewear.
Application Guide
School Uniform Fabric Selection: Durability Meets Comfort
Complete guide to selecting durable, comfortable, easy-care fabrics for school uniforms including weight recommendations, testing standards, and cost analysis for institutional use.
Technical Deep-Dive
Moisture-Wicking Technology Explained: How It Really Works
Scientific explanation of moisture-wicking technology, how polyester moves moisture, testing standards (AATCC 195), and the difference between wicking and absorption.
Industry Trends
2026 Activewear Fabric Trends: What Brands Are Ordering
Discover the top fabric trends shaping activewear in 2026 including sustainability, texture preferences, color palettes, and technical innovations based on actual brand orders.
Comparison Guide
Polyester vs Nylon for Activewear: Technical Comparison
In-depth technical comparison of polyester vs nylon for activewear including strength, moisture-wicking, cost, hand feel, and specific application recommendations.
Business Guide
Importing Knitted Fabrics from China: Complete Guide for Brands
Step-by-step guide to importing knitted fabrics from China including supplier selection, quality control, shipping logistics, customs, and working effectively with Chinese manufacturers.
Sustainability
The Future of Sustainable Textile Manufacturing
Explore how innovative technologies and eco-friendly practices are transforming the textile industry toward a greener future.
Industry Insights
Performance Fabrics: A Complete Guide for Sportswear Brands
Understanding the science behind moisture-wicking, breathability, and stretch technologies that define modern sportswear.
Technology
Textile Technology Innovations Shaping 2026
From smart fabrics to AI-powered design, discover the technological breakthroughs transforming textile manufacturing.
Buying Guide
Choosing the Right Fabric for Your Activewear Line
A comprehensive guide to selecting the perfect fabric based on activity type, target market, and performance requirements.
Supply Chain
Optimizing Global Textile Supply Chains in 2026
Strategies for building resilient, efficient supply chains in an increasingly complex global textile market.