Let’s Put Maryland’s Sewing Economies on the Map

We’re building a comprehensive map of the people, businesses, organizations, institutions, and resources that make Maryland’s sewing economies possible.

Are you part of the ecosystem? Add your organization and help us put Maryland’s Sewing Economies on the map.

DIRECTORY

The Maryland Sewing Economies Ecosystem Map identifies the people, businesses, organizations, resources, and infrastructure that make Maryland’s sewing economy possible. By connecting makers, manufacturers, educators, suppliers, markets, capital, communities, and innovators, the map reveals opportunities to strengthen connections, fill ecosystem gaps, and grow a more resilient and inclusive sewing economy.

MAKERS & ENTREPRENEURS

Designers, sewists, tailors, patternmakers, artisans, fashion entrepreneurs, startups, independent brands

Susan Clayton - WhitePaws RunMitts

Jorge Padilla - Baltimore Uniforms & Tailoring

MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTION

Garment factories, cut-and-sew facilities, sample rooms, contractors, alteration/repair businesses, production services

EDUCATION & WORKFORCE

Universities, community colleges, K–12 programs, sewing schools, workforce development, apprenticeships, training programs

Sohn Lewis & Stacy McAleer - Cavanagh House