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Do you know anyone else in the clothing industry that you could ask? If not, it would make sense to try to meet some people because they may be able to pass down all sorts of useful information that you may not even be aware that you need.

If you don't know how to meet anyone, try just going to a place nearby that you think gets manufacturing done and ask them where from and if they know any good resources. They'll likely have a lot more information for you than the majority of the people on this site. Good luck!

Awesome... Thanks DomainDiva that helped out a lot.

thats a good point... I am looking to making a clothing line for the mixed martial arts industry. I hope to include mens, womens, and kids clothing. mostly just tshirts, sweatshirts, workout pants etc.

Ok lets see... I want to sell screen printed shirts and sweatshirts for the mixed martial arts community. For example I want to sell clothing that is similar to Tapout. Also I am looking for a company that is willing to do some testing to make shorts to fight in. I want to sell mens womens and childrens clothing. The designs would be my own, Im just looking for someone to print them and manufacture them. I want to start out with basics t-shirts, sweatshirts, etc. and then later on have a more variety with different materials etc. Any help would be great. Thanks again.

If your designs are fairly simple - Tshirts, sweats, etc. - there are many options in Asia to get these manufactured cost effectively. Silkscreening and embroidery work is inexpensive compared to the US, and shipping efficient due to the volume of products moving between Asia and the US. I have done business with several textile companies in Thailand that do very good wook in this area.

My company is Asia Growth Resources. The company is run from Thailand and the US (NC) and we do consulting for businesses wanting to source, manufacture, market, or invest in Asia. We also specialize in economic development and sustainable agribusiness (of which textiles such as silks and cottons are a part). The company website is http://www.agrcorp.com and we''d be happy to help you find a manufacturer in Thailand or elsewhere in Asia. You can contact me directly through the website.

"Trust" is the major factor in creating a successful business relationship in Asia. Many US and European companies have been cheated by agents and middlemen in Asia - my focus is to ensure this does not happen, and to provide hands Asia-based assistance.

Best of Luck,
Mike C.
AGR Corp.

HI THERE

WE ARE ONE OF THE LEADING MANUFACTURERS OF KNITTED GARMENTS. WE ARE MANUFACTURING FLEECE SWEATSHIRTS, POLO SHIRTS, T-SHIRTS, BLANKETS, THERMALS ETC. IF U ARE INTERESTED, PLEASE CONTACT ME THROUGH THSI FORUM OR E-MAIL ME AT vistafashiongarmentsinc@gmail.com.

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Go to a trade show. Magic International is the biggest fashion trade show in the US. It happens in February and September every year. There you'll meet manufacturers, retailers,etc.

You could also go to some of the textile producing states like North and South Carolina.