đšïž 5 Questions to Ask Before Approving An Art Proof
Approving fabric prints shouldnât feel like holding your breath and hoping for the best. One missed detail can turn a flawless concept into a very public headache on the show floor. But hereâs the good news â confident approvals arenât about luck. Theyâre about knowing what to look for (and having a partner who already […]
𧔠Itâs Not the Fabric, Itâs the Finish(er)
Early in my fabric finishing days, a project manager once told me, âFabric is fabric.â Did his client want that very cost-effective, non-stretchy fabric to perform like stretch fabric? Absolutely. Did anyone want to hear about how difficult that would actually be? Nope. Did I love hearing âfabric is fabricâ? Definitely not. That was 12 […]
â Grateful. Growing. (And Still Covered in Thread.)
đŸ A Word From Our Founder From Jessica: Looking back through 2025, my heart is full. Iâm grateful for every wonderful client who trusted Chaos Works with their projects this year â brides and mothers, homeowners, project managers, business owners, exhibit pros, and everyone in between. Thank you for letting us be part of your […]
Why Quality Finishing and Printing Make All the Difference in Display Fabrics
On the trade show floor, your work is your reputation. You can design and build the most beautiful frame in the worldâbut if the graphics look sloppy, faded, or ill-fitting, guess what people notice? Spoiler: itâs not the craftsmanship of your frame. Hereâs the thing we all know, but you may still be gambling onâitâs […]
Bring Us Your Wildest Displaysâ We Live for the Complex Builds
Not every project is simple. In fact, the ones that really turn heads on the show floor almost never are. Almost anyone can print and finish a rectangle. We love the jobs that make you reach for the Advil. (No offense to rectanglesâbut our passion is for challenges.) The projects that get us excited are […]
Elevating Your Experience: The Additional Services at Chaos Works
At Chaos Works, our primary focus is on delivering custom, high-quality sewing. However, we understand that sometimes our clients need a bit more. Thatâs why we offer a range of additional services designed to enhance your experience and ensure your projects are a success. Here are a couple of stories that illustrate how these services […]
Behind the Curtain: Insights into Tradeshow Support and Services
In the world of tradeshows, understanding the intricacies of event support can feel like unveiling a mystery. Today, Iâm excited to share insights into my work as a professional seamstress specializing in tradeshow support, shedding light on what goes on behind the scenes. What Services Do I Provide? My work is primarily business-to-business, focusing on […]
Understanding Fabric Durability and Drape
Fabric Selection and Why It’s Important When selecting fabrics for a project, there are several factors to keep in mind, but today we are going to talk about âdrapeâ for fashion and âdurabilityâ for dĂ©cor and upholstery. I found myself traveling down a rabbit hole of information, so join me as we take a Willy […]