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Have you heard of yarnbank®? It's a web service that allows you to search and view yarns from all over the world. Launched in September 2020, yarnbank® is a specialized online platform for searching yarns, designed to be an invaluable digital tool for professionals involved in product planning and material sourcing in the fashion and apparel industry.
In this post, we’ll introduce you to the many advantages of yarnbank® and explain why you should consider registering today. Stay with us to the end for all the details!
Table of Contents
- What is yarnbank®, the Free Yarn Search Platform?
- The First Benefit of Registering – Cost-Free, Hassle-Free Yarn Searching
- The Second Benefit of Registering – Access to Yarn Options from Around the Globe
- The Third Benefit of Registering – Instantly Ready for Virtual Samples
- The Fourth Benefit of Registering – Sustainability Starts with yarnbank®
- Register with yarnbank® Today!
- Check Out SHIMA Datamall™ for Products Made with yarnbank® Yarns!
- yarnbank® is for Yarn Manufacturers, Too!
- Follow yarnbank® on Social Media for the Latest Updates!
What is yarnbank®, the Free Yarn Search Platform?
yarnbank® is exactly what it sounds like—a digital archive of yarns tailored specifically for the fashion and apparel industry. Think of it as an online version of the yarn books created by yarn manufacturers, brought together into a comprehensive database.
While there may be similar initiatives out there, none present such a comprehensive and meticulously categorized collection of information as yarnbank®. In other words, it is the world's first dedicated site for yarns.
Please keep in mind that yarnbank® does not cater to hobbyist yarns for individual crafts.
The World’s First Free Comprehensive Yarn Information Web Service – yarnbank®
yarnbank® supports knit production by offering everything from yarn searches and supplier contacts to downloading yarn data.
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Now, let’s dive into the platform’s standout features, one by one.
A Wide Range of Searchable Criteria
With yarnbank®, you can search yarns based on the following conditions:
- Keywords
- Supplier (Yarn Manufacturer) Name
- Yarn Count
- Country
- Season
- Features
- Type
- Material
- Gauge
- Price Range
- Characteristics
- Colors
- Third-Party Certifications
Being able to refine your search using detailed criteria or browse across multiple manufacturers is incredibly convenient.
View and Zoom in on Fabric Images of All Colors
On yarnbank®, you can explore fabric images for every available color variation of a yarn.
What’s more, you can zoom in on these images to check out the detailed texture.
Alongside this, yarn information includes conceptual descriptions, product imagery, and explanations of unique yarn characteristics.
Yarns from around the world, though displayed in their original languages, can be easily understood using online translation tools—making it faster and more efficient than browsing through physical yarn books.
The World’s First Free Comprehensive Yarn Information Web Service – yarnbank®
yarnbank® supports knit production by offering everything from yarn searches and supplier contacts to downloading yarn data.
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Easy Inquiries to Yarn Manufacturers
yarnbank® allows you to contact manufacturers directly from each yarn book page.
An inquiry menu ensures that even first-time users can reach out with confidence.
Download Digital Yarn Data
The ability to download yarn data is arguably yarnbank®’s most distinctive feature.
What is Digital Yarn Data?
Digital yarn data is the digitized version of physical yarns, created by scanning and converting them into data. These files can be utilized for creating virtual samples during product planning.
In other words, once you find a yarn you like, you can download the data for free and “test it out” in your product designs immediately. Based on the simulation results, you can decide whether to purchase the yarn. This helps you avoid unnecessary purchases and eliminates the disappointment of mismatched expectations.
How does that sound? If you didn’t know such an amazing platform existed, now’s your chance to explore it! Since registration and usage are free, don’t hesitate to give yarnbank® a try today.
The World’s First Free Comprehensive Yarn Information Web Service – yarnbank®
yarnbank® supports knit production by offering everything from yarn searches and supplier contacts to downloading yarn data.
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Stay tuned as we walk you through the key reasons why we recommend yarnbank®!
The First Benefit of Registering – Cost-Free, Hassle-Free Yarn Searching
How do professionals in the fashion and apparel industry choose the yarns for their products? In addition to relying on trusted staples, you might also consider adopting trendier options or venturing into new product lines.
Under normal circumstances, the process typically looks like this:
Conventional Yarn Selection
This approach often involves several challenges, such as:
Travel to exhibition venues can be exhausting.
Exhibitions aren’t held constantly.
Exhibitions may be postponed or canceled.
You’re limited to checking known manufacturers, leaving you uncertain if you’re making yarn choices based on up-to-date global trends and information.
Filtering options takes time due to exhibitions and intermediaries.
The yarn might not align with your vision or it could be challenging to find yarns that perfectly suit your product.
On the other hand, when you use yarnbank®, the process looks like this:
Yarn Selection with yarnbank®
This streamlined process brings a wealth of improvements:
You can choose yarns while keeping up with the latest trends.
You can evaluate yarns against your product concepts before making a purchase.
Virtual samples offer a level of realism closer to physical samples.
You can search for yarns anytime, cost-free, from the comfort of your workplace, making the process faster and less stressful.
With careful consideration, you can make appropriate orders that truly suit your products.
The World’s First Free Comprehensive Yarn Information Web Service – yarnbank®
yarnbank® supports knit production by offering everything from yarn searches and supplier contacts to downloading yarn data.
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The Second Benefit of Registering – Access to Yarn Options from Around the Globe
Attending international trade shows and exhibitions is an ideal way to grasp global trends, but let’s face it, traveling to those events isn’t always feasible.
That’s where yarnbank® comes in handy.
With yarnbank®, you can search for yarns online without needing to travel. The platform also allows you to explore newly released color books and popular color books directly from the website. Additionally, the special feature pages provide more detailed yarn information to assist in your decision-making process.
The Third Benefit of Registering – Instantly Ready for Virtual Samples
Using digital yarn data, you can create virtual samples that make it possible for you to “virtually try out” yarn. For instance, you can produce realistic virtual images like the following:
If you’re planning to create virtual samples using yarn data, we recommend the following software. Paired with yarnbank®, it’s an unbeatable combination!
SDS®-ONE APEX4 series 3D design system
A 3D design system equipped with specialized software for textile design and simulation, including programming for knitting machines, pattern CAD, and designing for flat knitting, weaving, printing, and circular knitting.
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APEXFiz® is a software solution designed to assist in fashion and apparel planning and design. It supports telework and remote work environments, with a wide range of software options to meet your specific needs.
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If you’re unfamiliar with virtual samples, check out this article for more information.
Virtual samples are also commonly used for e-commerce websites.
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The Fourth Benefit of Registering – Sustainability Starts with yarnbank®
With yarnbank®, you can commit to sustainable and eco-friendly business practices.
The fashion and apparel industry has long faced the challenge of minimizing its impact on the environment. While many are aware of the importance of sustainability, taking concrete actions can feel daunting. Why? Sustainable resources often come with higher costs and require more effort, making it seem less efficient.
But with yarnbank®, you can start making eco-friendly choices today.
Sustainable activities aren’t just about reducing, recycling, or reusing physical materials. Reevaluating the entire manufacturing process can be another powerful approach.
Leveraging virtual samples addresses the core issues of manufacturing inefficiencies. By minimizing the need for physical samples, you contribute to a more sustainable production model!
Register with yarnbank® Today!
As you can see, yarnbank® isn’t just a web service; it’s also an outstanding solution designed to transform the industry and help protect the planet.
Currently used in 104 countries worldwide, using yarnbank® is an easy way to make fashion sustainable. Sign up now and become a part of the solution!
The World’s First Free Comprehensive Yarn Information Web Service – yarnbank®
yarnbank® supports knit production by offering everything from yarn searches and supplier contacts to downloading yarn data.
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Check Out SHIMA Datamall™ for Products Made with yarnbank® Yarns!
yarnbank® is part of SHIMA SEIKI Online Services, a web service platform offered by Shima Seiki Mfg., Ltd. With the same account, you can also log into SHIMA Datamall™, an online service where you can search, view, and purchase digital data useful for fashion item planning, production, and sales.
SHIMA Datamall™ features Shima Seiki’s original samples, including yarn information used in the samples. Since it’s integrated with yarnbank®, you can seamlessly access yarnbank® directly from the listed yarn information. By using yarnbank® and SHIMA Datamall™ together, you can create even more concrete product plans.
yarnbank® is for Yarn Manufacturers, Too!
yarnbank® is gaining attention from yarn manufacturers as a new platform for online promotion. By participating in yarnbank®, you can connect with previously hard-to-reach targets and showcase your yarn books in digital form—contributing to sustainable business practices.
Interested yarn manufacturers are encouraged to reach out through the form on this page.
Follow yarnbank® on Social Media for the Latest Updates!
On yarnbank®’s social media account, we share updates on the latest color books, swatch samples created with new yarns, and more in real time. Be sure to follow us and stay informed!
The official Instagram account of the global yarn search and download service yarnbank® is now live.
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