On 26 and 27 November, the ESDI School of Design hosted the “Sabers de la Llana” event, a gathering organised within the framework of the Entreteixits project: Traceability and Reconfiguration of Knowledge in Textile Production in Sabadell, promoted with the support of the Banc Sabadell Foundation. The initiative brought together textile professionals, artisans, designers and researchers to reflect on the future of wool as a local and strategic resource. At Hilaturas... Read more
After almost two years of work, the RETEXCAT project has come to an end with results that pave the way towards a more circular, collaborative and sustainable textile industry in Catalonia. The initiative, framed within the Pacte per la Moda Circular, has connected companies and organisations across the entire value chain, from waste collection and sorting to design, spinning and garment making, with a shared goal: to promote the use of post-consumer recycled fibres in commercial textile... Read more
While the global industry pursues efficiency at any cost, we believe that true progress lies in producing close to home, with purpose and with people. Because every metre of locally manufactured yarn saves resources, reduces emissions, and keeps alive the craftsmanship that defines us. At Hilaturas Jesús Rubio, we have spent more than half a century proving that cutting-edge innovation can also have a local accent. Producing locally to innovate better Textile innovation... Read more
How recycled yarns compete with the most advanced synthetics There was a time when talking about recycled yarns meant talking about second chances. Today, we talk about the technological forefront. In the technical textile industry, regenerated yarns are no longer satisfied with being the “green” option: they are competing head-to-head with the most advanced synthetics and, in many cases, winning the race. At Hilaturas Jesús Rubio, we see it in every project:... Read more
Sometimes, sustainability begins with a simple question: What if what we call waste still had value? Where some see leftovers, we see living material. Every fibre, every colour, every strand can once again become part of the textile cycle. This is the story of a recycled yarn: a journey that begins among discarded materials and ends in innovation. From waste to resource Every year, the textile industry generates millions of tonnes of waste. Only a small part is recycled. At Hilaturas... Read more
Behind every yarn, there is an origin, a process, and certifications that directly influence the final result. Just as every detail is cared for in design, in the selection of the yarn, it is worth taking the time to ask and compare. With more than five decades of experience supporting manufacturers, designers, and workshops, we know that the best starting point is not buying, but asking. These are the key questions worth considering before incorporating recycled yarns into any textile... Read more
Trade fairs and specialised events are the places where trends are set, technological innovations are presented, and contacts are made that can transform a project. Europe hosts some of the most important gatherings worldwide, capable of bringing together designers, manufacturers, fashion brands, interior designers, and technical companies in the same space. Here are five events no textile professional should miss. 1. Première Vision (Paris, France) Considered the leading global... Read more
Every October, the International Wool Month is celebrated, a global initiative driven by the Campaign for Wool and the International Wool Textile Organisation (IWTO) to highlight the value of this natural fibre. At Hilaturas Jesús Rubio, we see it as an ideal occasion to remind ourselves that wool is not only tradition, but also innovation, sustainability, and versatility. Why a month dedicated to wool? Wool is one of the oldest fibres known to humankind, yet it continues to... Read more
An ancestral material turned into a sporting innovation Merino wool has been a part of our lives for centuries. Originally, it was mainly used to keep warm in cold climates, but modern science has shown that this natural fibre goes far beyond simple protection against the cold. Today, in the 21st century, we are discussing a material capable of competing with the most advanced synthetic fibres, offering unique properties of thermal regulation, comfort, and... Read more