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Media Coverage & Partnerships

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Here you’ll see a consolidation of the various forms of media coverage we have been honored to receive including in print media, and online. We also make it a point to forge strong connections with our suppliers by visiting them in person and creating new partnerships through regular visits to trade shows.

Print Media Coverage

We’re proud to have been featured in numerous amazing books and magazines over the past several years. Below you’ll see many of the outlets that have spoken about us, and our products such as our fabrics and stationery.

modeS4u featured in Servus Hong Kong II

modeS4u is recently featured in “Servus Hong Kong II”, a book developed by the Austrian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong.
modeS4u featured in Servus Hong Kong II
Sandra's article
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/modes4u-featured-in-servus-hong-kong.html

 

Modes4u Fabrics in Näh Dir Dein Kleid

A fantastic new sewing book in German, Näh Dir Dein Kleid by Rosa P. was published and it features some of our lovely fabrics! This new book features sewing patterns, tips and suggestions on designing stunning dresses.
Modes4u Fabrics in Näh Dir Dein Kleid
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/our-fabrics-in-nah-dir-dein-kleid.html

 

Modes4u fabrics featured in a German sewing book: Kleine Taschen

We teamed up with German designer Saskia Abel and she used our fabrics for her first sewing book ‘Kleine Taschen: 20 Nähprojekte, hübsch und praktisch’.

https://blog.modes4u.com/community/our-fabrics-are-featured-in-a-lovely-german-sewing-book.html

Sewing book Zuckersüß von Kopf bis Fuß features modes4u fabrics

A fantastic sewing book, Zuckersüß von Kopf bis Fuß was released, and it features some of our beautiful fabrics! The book, written by Cecilia Hanselmann, contains many wonderful sewing patterns for creating super cute baby items.

https://blog.modes4u.com/community/our-fabrics-in-zuckersus-von-kopf-bis-fus.html

 

modes4u featured in Sew Magazine

Sew Magazine featured modes4u in their June issue, July issue and Christmas issue. We were mentioned as a stockist with our beautiful Echino fabric featured. And, We teamed up with them to give away fantastic fabric bundles.


https://blog.modes4u.com/company/see-us-in-sew-magazine.html

 

Sew Magazine use modes4u fabrics for cover garments

Do you like this stunning top on the cover of the February issue of Britain’s Sew Magazine? We adore it and it was made with our birch flag fabric.

https://blog.modes4u.com/community/our-fabrics-are-the-cover-garments-of-sew-magazine.html

 

more modes4u fabrics featured in Sew Magazine

In the last couple of months we have been teaming up with the cool British sewing magazine Sew Magazine. They featured quite a few of our fabrics.
Our Michael Miller Yule Critters fabric was featured in Sew Magazine January 2014
Sew Magazine December 2013 introduced our monaluna polka ott fabric
In the October issue of 2013 Sew Magazine featured our Anime fabrics
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/we-are-featured-in-sew-magazine.html

 

Our Mt. Fuji Fabric is featured in the April issue of UK based Sew Magazine

Sew Magazine had a special about Oriental-themed prints in their April issue and chose to feature our Japanese Mt. Fuji Cosmo fabric for it.
Our Mt. Fuji Fabric is featured in the April issue of UK based Sew Magazine
https://blog.modes4u.com/community/our-mt-fuji-fabric-in-sew-magazine.html

 

Our Bird Echino Fabric in Sew Magazine

The June edition of the awesome Sew Magazine included a fantastic piece on creating a stunning orla dress, and featured our lovely yellow Jacquard bird Echino fabric!
Sew Magazine's June edition. Image courtesy of Sew Magazine.
https://blog.modes4u.com/community/our-bird-echino-fabric-in-sew-magazine.html

 

Our Holiday Fabrics in UK’s Sew Magazine

Another great feature from our beloved Sew Magazine. In their August issue they introduced some fun summer and holiday fabrics.
Some of our summer fabrics are featured in the August issue of Sew Magazine
https://blog.modes4u.com/community/our-holiday-fabrics-in-uks-sew-magazine.html

 

modes4u featured in the magazine Lena Creativ’s Christmas issue

We were featured in the awesome German DIY magazine Lena Creativ’s crafty Christmas issue.
The cover of the Christmas issue of the German magazine Lena Creativ
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/we-are-in-the-christmas-issue-of-the-magazine-lena-creativ.html

 

Big modes4u competition in German magazine Lena Creativ

We were featured by the big German DIY magazine Lena Creativ. We partnered to do a big fabric giveaway.
In the right corner on the bottom you can see modes4u fabrics on the title page of Lena Creativ
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/big-modes4u-competition-in-german-magazine-lena-creative.html

 

We are featured in the Easter edition of German magazine Lena Creativ

For their Easter edition they used many of the fabrics from our Dots, Stripe, Checkers category to make lovely projects for outdoor life.
We are featured in the Easter edition of German magazine Lena Creativ
https://blog.modes4u.com/community/our-fabrics-in-the-easter-edition-of-magazine-lena-creativ.html

 

Lots of our fabrics in German creative magazine

The big German magazine Lena Creativ introduced some of our fabrics for their Christmas issue.
We already made the cover - on the right you see the cushion made with our fabrics
https://blog.modes4u.com/community/lots-of-our-fabrics-in-german-creative-magazine.html

 

modes4u Washi Tape in the American Farmhouse Style magazine

The editors of the American Farmhouse Style magazine contacted us as they were planning a special about gingham and wanted to introduce one of our gingham Masking Tapes. We are so happy to be featured!
Our Washi Tape was featured in this issue of the American Farmhouse Style magazine
https://blog.modes4u.com/community/our-washi-tape-in-the-american-farmhouse-style-magazine.html

 

Our erasers in German Nido magazine

Our cute teeth erasers were published in the december issue of German magazine Nido with kind of an educational mission.

December issue of German Nido magazine
https://blog.modes4u.com/community/our-erasers-in-german-nido-magazine.html

 

German magazine LISA features our eraser

the German magazine Lisa features our funny fast food Iwako eraser set. The magazine did a little special about back to school items and they asked if they could introduce our erasers. Of course! We’re thrilled to be featured!
Issue 24/2014 of German magazine LISA features our eraser
https://blog.modes4u.com/community/our-erasers-in-german-magazine-lisa.html

 

Our fabrics are in the German burdastyle magazine

the big German sewing magazine burda style featured us in two different categories. Our Kokka windows fabric was named fabric of the month and sold out within 24 hours after the magazine was published.
We are featured twice in the German burdastyle magazine
https://blog.modes4u.com/community/our-fabrics-are-in-the-german-burdastyle-magazine.html

 

modes4u in UK magazine Mollie Makes

Surely most of you think that one of our products got featured in the magazine Mollie Makes. But it is one of our blog pictures!
the cover of Mollie Makes
https://blog.modes4u.com/community/modes4u-in-uk-magazine-mollie-makes.html

 

Our masking tape in the German Couch magazine

The German magazine for living & fashion featured one of our mt masking tapes in their November issue for a special about houndstooth pattern.
One of our products is featured in the German Couch magazine
https://blog.modes4u.com/community/our-masking-tape-in-the-german-couch-magazine.html

 

modes4u featured in German Sewing magazine Näh was mit Wachstuch

We were featured in the special edition Näh was mit Wachstuch (Sew something with laminate fabrics) of the German sewing magazine Patchwork Spezial in German.
We are featured in the German magazine Näh was mit Wachstuch
https://blog.modes4u.com/community/our-laminates-in-german-sewing-magazine-nah-was-mit-wachstuch.html

 

modes4u featured in Näh was mit Wachstuch

We were featured in a special patchwork edition of Näh was mit Wachstuch in which you can see many of our stunning fabrics.

https://blog.modes4u.com/company/see-us-in-nah-was-mit-wachstuch.html

 

Our laminates in German Sewing magazine Näh was mit Wachstuch

One of our lovely laminate fabrics has just been featured in the new special edition of German sewing magazine Patchwork Spezial. The issue called Näh was mit Wachstuch (Sew something with laminate fabrics) now available in Germany.
We are featured in the German magazine Näh was mit Wachstuch.
https://blog.modes4u.com/all-2/our-laminates-in-german-sewing-magazine-nah-was-mit-wachstuch-3.html

 

Our fabric as Fabric of the Month in German magazine burdastyle

The German sewing magazine burdastyle featured our Michael Miller gingerbread house fabric as their fabric of the month in the December issue.
Our fabric is Fabric of the Month in the December issue of German magazine burdastyle
https://blog.modes4u.com/community/our-fabric-as-fabric-of-the-month-in-german-magazine-burdastyle.html

 

Box of Hope, a wonderful charity we donated to

We’re thrilled to have connected with the incredible charity, Box of Hope, here in Hong Kong. Box of Hope is a yearly charitable project that aims to collect all sorts of useful and educational goodies for children in need.
We hope the kids will enjoy these goodies!
https://blog.modes4u.com/community/check-out-box-of-hope-a-wonderful-charity-we-just-donated-to.html

 

Visiting Our Suppliers

We ensure to visit the many brands we partner with, in person. We work directly with world-renowned brands and suppliers such as Alexander Henry, Robert Kaufman, NIC, Mind-Wave and others. Our visits with them have helped us create long-lasting partnerships that have now spanned several years. 

modes4u visits Alexander Henry

We have many stunning Alexander Henry fabrics available so we visited their head office to see what designs they have coming up!
modes4u visits Alexander Henry
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/modes4u-visits-alexander-henry.html

 

modes4u visits Robert Kaufman

We meet everyone at Robert Kaufman fabrics head office and spoke to their design team about ideas of stunning fabrics.
A beautiful day at Robert-Kaufman office!
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/modes4u-visits-robert-kaufman.html

 

modes4u visits Birch

We had a chance to speak with the fantastic team at Birch, who work tirelessly to design and produce some of the most stunning organic fabrics, many of which we feature in our store!
The team at Birch
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/modes4u-visits-birch.html

 

modeS4u visits Monaluna

We went all the way to San Francisco to meet with the incredibly talented fabric design company, Monaluna. Monaluna specializes in stunning organic fabrics.
Monaluna founder, Jennifer, with Mason, Sandra and Alan.
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/modes4u-visits-monaluna.html

 

Tokyo Trip: Meeting NIC

We visited one of the biggest squishy suppliers in the world, NIC. NIC is well known for the lovely Cafe de N squishies.
Sandra, Alan and Mason with designers at NIC
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/tokyo-trip-meeting-nic.html

https://blog.modes4u.com/company/modes4u-visits-a-japanese-squishy-supplier.html

 

modeS4u visits Kokka

We visited Kokka in Tokyo. Kokka carries a wide range of stunning fabrics we have available, such as nani iro and Echino fabrics.
Items made of Trefle fabrics
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/tokyo-trip-visiting-kokka.html

https://blog.modes4u.com/company/modes4u-visits-kokka-part-1.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/modes4u-visits-kokka-part-2.html

 

modes4u visits Cosmo

We visited Cosmo is Japan. Cosmo create some of the most amazing range of all Japanese textile products. We are proud to work with great Japanese fabric providers like Cosmo and Kokka.
How adorable are these clothes?
https://blog.modes4u.com/products/the-importance-of-good-design-as-expertly-shown-through-cosmo-fabrics.html

https://blog.modes4u.com/products/cosmo-showroom-revelling-in-colors.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/products/cosmo-showroom-with-fabrics-so-kawaii-we-could-scream.html

 

modeS4u visits Kiyohara

Kiyohara is a fantastic supplier provides many stunning Japanese fabrics and other DIY items. There, we were able to see some lovely fabrics on display as bags, clothes etc. Kiyohara also produces a wide array of high quality items to suit all sorts of crafting needs.
Aren't these beautiful?
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/modes4u-visits-the-kiyohara-in-tokyo.html

https://blog.modes4u.com/company/mods4u-visits-kiyohara-in-osaka.html

 

modes4u visits Q-Lia

Q-Lia is well know for Japanese stationery items such as pencils, sticker sacks and more. Q-Lia has an incredible range of products and their quality is fantastic.
A diverse range of products
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/modes4u-visits-q-lia.html

https://blog.modes4u.com/company/modes4u-visits-q-lia-part-2.html

 

modes4u visits Mind Wave

We visited Mind Wave’s head office in Japan. They provides truly cute stationery and incredible variety of colorful stickers, kawaii pencils and more.
What a lovely variety!
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/modes4u-visits-mind-wave.html

 

San-X visited modes4u office

Most of our business partners are located in Japan or the US, so it is always very special when they come to our office in Hong Kong during their business trips. We were very happy that Shigeo from San-X visited us. We visited him at San-X head office in Japan as well.
Alan, Shigeo and Sandra with our huge Rilakkuma office mascot
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/san-x-visits-us-in-the-office.html

https://blog.modes4u.com/company/huge-san-x-delivery-blocking-our-office.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/the-biggest-san-x-delivery-ever.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/our-gigantic-plush-rilakkuma-arrived.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/monster-san-x-delivery-for-our-office.html

 

Visiting Trade Shows

We make it a point to visit numerous trade shows regularly every year so that we can scope out the newest trends and latest designs. It also ensures we’re able to see potential new products up close and personal to make sure of their impeccable quality, as well as keep an eye out for products customers are requesting.

modes4u visits the Osaka DIY-Show

We visited the Osaka DIY Show, which is a market place for creative artist to show their craft items. There were just so many amazing hand-made products on display.
Another colorful and creative display
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/modes4u-visits-the-osaka-diy-show.html

Many bento accessories were also present at the event
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/modes4u-visits-the-osaka-diy-show-part-2-2.html

 

modes4u visits Quilt Festival in Japan

We visited the Quilt Festival in Tokyo. There were just so many stunning Japanese fabrics stitched into some truly incredible projects, such as quilts, toys, displays and much more. There were many inspirational projects as far as the eye could see.
Beautiful!
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/modes4u-visits-the-quilt-festival-in-tokyo.html

 

modes4u visits International Quilt Market in USA

Quilt Market is the biggest fabric trade show in USA. We visit Quilt Market every year, because we can meet all our USA fabric suppliers there. Here are some of the highlights of the show.
Great team. Choosing the best fabric designs for our shop is a hands on job.
At the  Quilt Market 2015 we had the chance to speak to many experts.
Colorful impressions. We know Michael Miller fabrics will always brighten up our lives.
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/quilt-market-2018-in-portland-usa-part-1.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/quilt-market-2018-in-portland-usa-part-2.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/quilt-market-2018-in-portland-usa-part-3.html

https://blog.modes4u.com/company/modes4u-visits-quilt-market-part-1.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/modes4u-visits-quilt-market-part-2.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/modes4u-visits-quilt-market-part-3.html

https://blog.modes4u.com/company/our-visit-to-the-quilt-market-2015-in-minneapolis-part1.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/our-visit-to-the-quilt-market-2015-in-minneapolis-part2.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/our-visit-to-the-quilt-market-2015-in-minneapolis-part3.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/our-visit-to-the-quilt-market-2015-in-minneapolis-part4.html

https://blog.modes4u.com/company/international-quilt-market-general-impressions.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/international-quilt-market-robert-kaufman-timeless-treasures.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/international-quilt-market-alexander-henry-michael-miller.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/international-quilt-market-riley-blake-camelot.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/international-quilt-market-kokka-cosmo-trans-pacific-textiles.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/international-quilt-market-birch-and-monaluna.html

https://blog.modes4u.com/company/international-quilt-market-alexander-henry-michael-miller.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/international-quilt-market-riley-blake-camelot.html

modes4u visits Hobby Show in Japan

Hobby Show is the biggest DIY product trade show in Japan. We visit Hobby Show in Japan every year, because we can see incredible new DIY products and meet all our Japanese suppliers there. Here are some of the highlights of the show.
Many people were taking part in the fun!
Stunning clay plants
Get ready for a fashion show!
Which one do you like best?

https://blog.modes4u.com/japan/hobby-show-2018-part-1.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/japan/hobby-show-2018-part-2.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/japan/hobby-show-2018-part-3.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/japan/hobby-show-2018-part-4.html

https://blog.modes4u.com/company/tokyo-trip-tokyo-hobby-show-part-1.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/tokyo-trip-tokyo-hobby-show-part-2.html

https://blog.modes4u.com/company/japan-hobby-show-2016-part-1.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/japan-hobby-show-2016-part-2.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/company/japan-hobby-show-part-3.html

https://blog.modes4u.com/japan/our-visit-to-the-japan-hobby-show-2015-part-1-2.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/japan/our-visit-to-japan-hobby-show-2015-part-2.html

https://blog.modes4u.com/japan/welcome-to-japan-hobby-show-part-1.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/japan/japan-hobby-show-part-2-felt-crafts.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/japan/japan-hobby-show-part-3-wedding-clay-crafts.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/japan/japan-hobby-show-part-4-kokka-fabrics-booth.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/japan/japan-hobby-show-part-5-fabrics.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/japan/japan-hobby-show-part-6-sewing-world.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/japan/japan-hobby-show-part-7-crochet-work.html
https://blog.modes4u.com/japan/japan-hobby-show-part-8-clay-sweets.html

modes4u visits Tokyo Gift Show

Tokyo Gift show is the biggest kawaii products trade show in Japan, we visit Tokyo Gift show every year, because we can meet all our Japanese suppliers and see the latest kawaii items! Here are some of the highlights of the show.
I met Rilakkuma and his friends!
we had a meeting with San-X and had to take a picture
https://blog.modes4u.com/japan/tokyo-gift-show-impressions.html

https://blog.modes4u.com/japan/international-tokyo-gift-show-spring-2011.html

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