GRADUATES 2022 - MEET TEXTILE DESIGNER LILY ELO
Welcome to the Texintel Graduates 2022 interview series showcasing a snapshot of talent creatives emerging from university here in the UK.
In todays episode we interview Lily Elo, a 1st class (BA Hons) Textile graduate of Nottingham Trent University. Lily's work, spotted in London, stands out as an example of the creativity enabled by digital technology.
The next generation are pushing the boundaries of print to chart a new future for the textile industry as we enter i4.0. Lily Elo commented:
"Throughout my time studying, I have developed an abstract digital style, exploring multi-media approaches to enhance my expressive visual research skills. My current project INTERFERENCE focuses on the phenomena of light interference creating an iridescent colour spectrum. Through utilising multimedia scanography I created colour distortions and abstract organic forms, culminating in escapist psychedelic compositions."
Lily has sourced recycled polyester for her fashion collection "Interference" which was produced using an Epson desktop dye sublimation printer, creating printed fabrics by layering texture and print using a heat transfer press.
The results speak for themselves. We wish Lily and her 2022 cohort every success for the future.
As Scoop returns to Olympia National from 19–21 July 2026, Founder and Creative Director Karen Radley introduces a new cohort of international designers making their debut at the show, each bringing a distinctive perspective on how fashion, accessories and lifestyle are evolving.
Leicester, UK – July 2026 – VeriVide Limited, a leading provider of colour assessment solutions, has announced that NEXT plc has successfully integrated DigiEye technology into its colour management workflow, delivering significant time and cost savings across its product teams.
NEXT's adoption of DigiEye, VeriVide's advanced digital colour imaging system, enables real-time colour approval, streamlining a process that has historically been time-intensive and costly.
London, UK – July 2026 – Perfect Colours, a leading supplier of premium interior products, has highlighted Neu Kaliss interior-focused non-woven wallpapers in its product range.
The move reflects Perfect Colours' continued commitment to offering high-performance, installer-friendly solutions that meet the evolving demands of the interior design industry.
Neu Kaliss wallpapers are engineered for professionals who refuse to compromise on quality.
Available in both uncoated natural and coated performance variants, the range combines sophisticated aesthetics with practical functionality — making them a strong choice for a wide range of interior applications
Aichi, Japan - July 9, 2026 — Coats Group plc, a world-leading Tier 2 supplier of critical components to the apparel and footwear industries, today signed a Memorandum of Strategic Cooperation with Tajima Industries Ltd., a global pioneer in embroidery technology, to advance quality and innovation across the embroidery industry.
Central to the long-term partnership is Coats’ global network of Embroidery Service Centres (ESCs), which will serve as innovation hubs equipped with Tajima’s technology platforms for customer co-creation, technical testing and training.
Coats and Tajima will also introduce a joint offering combining high-performance Coats embroidery threads and technical advisory services with Tajima’s pioneering machinery and digital solutions.
NEW YORK, July 09, 2026 -- Duggal Visual Solutions, a leader in visual communications, and EFI, a leader in textile printing innovation, are proud to announce the first North American installation of the EFI Reggiani NEXT Plus 8-color configuration at Duggal’s New York production facilities.
This signals a significant leap forward in print technology, combining industrial-scale power with a sophisticated, eco-conscious architecture.
The investment in the Reggiani NEXT Plus reinforces Duggal’s ongoing commitment to quality, innovation, and environmental responsibility.
SSL Design & Fabrication Ltd, a leading sheet metal manufacturing and design specialist, has this week selected the Veloblade Nexus as its latest equipment investment, in partnership with large format media supplier Soyang Europe.
The installation marks one of two Veloblade Nexus deployments completed by Soyang Europe this week, underscoring the growing demand for the technology across the fabrication and manufacturing industry.
A primary driver behind SSL Design & Fabrication's decision was the advanced CNC capabilities integrated into the Veloblade range.
9th July 2026 - CMYUK is set to make a major impact at The Print Show 2026, as it will occupy the largest stand in the UK trade show’s history.
Now in its tenth anniversary year, the exhibition runs from 29 September to 1 October at the NEC, Birmingham.
The Print Show has become the UK print industry’s key annual event, bringing together manufacturers, suppliers, printers, sign-makers, and industry professionals to see new innovations, network, and access expert advice.
It runs alongside The Sign Show, a co-location event showcasing the latest and best in sign making.
Essen – Germany – July 2026 Epson has been named Red Dot: Design Team of the Year 2026, recognising the company’s design approach across its product portfolio.
The award will be marked at the Red Dot Award ceremony in Essen, Germany, on 7 July, followed by an exhibition at the Red Dot Design Museum that will run until 16 August and feature a selection of Epson products, including Red Dot award-winning designs.
The award places Epson’s design work on one of the industry’s most visible stages, highlighting how the company combines product performance, functionality and design.
Telford, UK – July 2026 – China Print Supplies UK Ltd (CPS), a leading provider of specialist printing equipment, has successfully installed the Dlican DLI-360UV-02 printer for Promo Trade Print, delivering a solution that the client says has fundamentally transformed its business operations.
The installation marks another example of CPS's commitment to providing tailored, expert-led guidance to customers navigating significant purchasing decisions in the print industry.
Rather than offering a one-size-fits-all solution, CPS Managing Director Scott Clutton worked closely with Promo Trade Print to understand its specific operational challenges and commercial opportunities before recommending the most suitable equipment.
Gent Belgium – July 2026 – Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems, a global leader in precision cutting technology, marks five years as a standalone company, reflecting on significant growth across its key segments: packaging, signage, and display.
Since its separation, Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems has remained steadfast in its commitment to developing technology that addresses the real-world needs of its customers.
The company has focused on delivering faster, more automated production systems, designed to support operators, relieve pressure on business owners, and enable teams to expand into new areas of work.
FESPA Middle East has announced that its 2027 edition will take place from 27–29 April 2027 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), marking a significant new chapter for the region’s leading exhibition dedicated to speciality print, signage, visual communication and textile decoration.
The announcement follows extensive consultation with industry stakeholders across the Middle East and North Africa, with the timing reflecting an understanding of current market conditions and the wider regional business landscape, to provide the specialist print and visual communications community with the opportunity to reunite, reconnect with suppliers, distributors and buyers, and explore the technologies, ideas and strategies shaping the future of the industry.
At Google Cloud AI Live Milano 2026, Mimaki’s direct-to-film (DTF) technology helped transform AI-generated designs into personalised T-shirts printed on demand
Artificial intelligence is changing the way ideas are created and digital print is changing how quickly those ideas can become real.
At Google Cloud AI Live Milano 2026, held at CityOval Milano, the two came together in a live personalisation experience powered by AI and enabled by Mimaki’s DTF technology.
For more than two decades, Ibrahim Fibres and Trützschler have grown side by side, driven by a shared ambition to continuously improve spinning performance, strengthen technology leadership and set new benchmarks in the textile industry.
Today, Ibrahim Fibres is a leading yarn and polyester staple fiber manufacturer in Pakistan.
The company operates the largest number of Trützschler cards in the country, with more than 200 machines running across its mills in Faisalabad, and plays an important role in one of Asia’s largest textile industries.
As part of its ongoing drive toward future oriented manufacturing, the company has now taken the next step by successfully integrating the latest generation of Trützschler carding technology: the TC 30Si, specifically designed for man‑made fiber applications.
Lambrate – Italia – July 8th 2026 – Viscom, the leading trade fair for visual communication, has officially opened pre-registration for its 2026 edition, scheduled to take place on 28th and 29th October at the Allianz MiCo Milano.
Industry professionals and creatives are encouraged to secure their place at one of Europe's most anticipated events in the visual communications sector.
Pre-registration is open to all attendees, with several pathways available depending on how visitors choose to register.
New York – NY – July 2026 - Optitex Pattern Design Software (PDS) was developed around the daily realities of professional pattern makers, not around a generalized vision of what design software should look like.
The architecture of the platform reflects a specific understanding of how experienced practitioners actually work and what currently interrupts that work.
Pattern makers working in Optitex PDS can build, modify, and evaluate garments within one connected environment.
Parsippany NJ – July 2026 – Sun Chemical has announced a significant step forward in supply chain transparency, reinforcing its commitment to responsible and traceable natural mica sourcing.
The company's fully backward integrated supply chain ensures that all natural mica-based effect pigments are sourced, processed, manufactured, and sold directly by Sun Chemical — from mine to market.
At the heart of this initiative is Sun Chemical's Hartwell, Georgia mine, which is regulated and audited by the US Mining Safety Health Association (MSHA).
Brixen/Munich, July 6, 2026 – Durst Group and TUM Venture Labs, a joint initiative of the Technical University of Munich and UnternehmerTUM, are launching a multi-year collaboration in the field of robotics, AI and automation for industrial production.
As a Platinum Partner, Durst becomes part of the TUM Venture Labs ecosystem and the first Italian partner in this network.
Altrincham – July 2026 – Friedmans, a leading provider of digitally printed and manufactured fabrics, is inviting both existing customers and prospective clients to visit its headquarters for an in-depth look at its operations, products, and capabilities.
The open invitation offers visitors a rare opportunity to engage directly with the company's people, processes, and product range — all under one roof.
The visit programme includes a guided factory tour, during which guests can witness firsthand how fabrics are digitally printed and manufactured, from initial artwork through to the finished product.
Munich, Germany – 6 July 2026 – MUNICH FABRIC START, one of Europe's leading international textile trade shows, has announced a comprehensive edutainment programme ahead of its upcoming edition from 14 to 16 July 2026 at the MOC in Munich.
Marking its 30th anniversary, the event will bring together approximately 650 international exhibitors and a top-tier agenda of keynotes, panel discussions, and trend presentations at THE STAGE.
Danvers, Mass. July, 2026 – Global leader in direct-to-object printing technology, Inkcups announces that the new Helix® High Throw UV Cylindrical Printer has won a prestigious PRINTING United Alliance Pinnacle Award in the technology category.
Bringing Inkcups’ pioneering High Throw technology into the Helix® family of cylindrical direct-to-object inkjet printers, the Helix® High Throw was launched earlier in June 2026.
It is designed to accommodate height variations while decorating cylindrical and conical products, making it ideal for cylindrically printing challenging and irregular shapes, and expanding what is possible with helical printing far beyond drinkware and bottles
Comun Nuovo, Lombardy – July , 2026 – EFI Reggiani, a global leader in digital textile printing solutions, has announced its participation at Febratex 2026 in Blumenau, Brazil, where it will present its ecoTERRA pigment ink printing system.
The event, scheduled for August 2026, will give textile manufacturers across Latin America the opportunity to experience firsthand how ecoTERRA is redefining standards in productivity, versatility, and sustainable production.
July 2026 - Soyang Europe a leading manufacturer and distributor of digitally printable wide-format and superwide-format media, surface coverings and advanced print production hardware solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dave Murphy as Sales Manager for Ireland, with immediate effect.
Dave Murphy will serve as Sales Manager at Soyang Group’s facility in Dublin, a role in which he will manage Irish customers and new business in the country.
London, UK – July 2026 – Textile designer Jess Parker, a graduate of Norwich University's Textile Design programme, has been awarded the Premier Digital Textiles Vibrancy in Print Award at this year's New Designers exhibition, held at the Business Design Centre in London.
The award, presented by Premier Digital Textiles, recognises outstanding achievement in print and pattern design. Parker's winning collection was selected by an industry panel of judges for its striking use of colour, pattern, and innovative approach to digital textile design.
6 July 2026 : FESPA is delighted to announce that it has been named ‘Organiser Team of the Year’ by the Association of Event Organisers (AEO) at its prestigious AEO Excellence Awards.
The award recognises FESPA’s outstanding contribution to the global events industry, its continued commitment to delivering world-class exhibitions and the strength of FESPA’s global team, which operates across multiple regions while maintaining a unified, collaborative culture.
Reken – Germany – July 2026 –– FabricVision GmbH has announced the appointment of Oscar Mateo Gallego as Business Development Manager for the DACH region, reinforcing the company's commitment to expanding its presence across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
Oscar joins FabricVision with extensive experience in the textile and large-format printing industry.
His deep understanding of customer needs, industry applications, and market dynamics positions him as a key asset in driving the company's continued growth across one of Europe's most strategically significant regions
New York - July 2026 NedGraphics, a leading provider of textile and print design software today features NedGraphics Design for Photoshop, a purpose-built plugin that brings specialist print and pattern workflows directly into Adobe Photoshop.
The solution targets one of the industry's most persistent pain points: the hours lost to manual workarounds when completing routine design tasks.
Oswestry, Shropshire – July 2026 - China Print Supplies UK Ltd has announced the availability of the Sinocolor UR-3200S, a wide-format UV printer engineered to deliver exceptional image quality and high-volume output.
Competitively priced the UR-3200S represents a significant advancement for print businesses seeking to scale production without compromising on quality.
The Sinocolor UR-3200S is built around high-resolution Epson printheads, achieving a minimum dot size of 3.8pl and a maximum resolution of 2,400 dpi.
Nanjing, Jiangsu – China – July 2026 – Hanrun Paper, a global manufacturer of direct-to-film (DTF) printing materials, has announced a comprehensive range of DTF film solutions engineered to meet the increasing demands of industrial-scale print production.
The announcement addresses critical challenges facing the DTF printing industry, including print speed, colour consistency, and batch-to-batch stability.
London, UK – July 2026 – The Fashion and Textile Museum has announced an upcoming workshop, 'Watercolour Fashion Portraits', led by professional watercolour artist and museum tutor Martine Spencer.
The session is scheduled for Friday 24 July, from 11:30 to 15:30, and is open to participants of all skill levels.
Manchester - July 2026– Vivid Laminating Technologies Ltd has announced that Elite Sign Solutions Ltd has selected the multi-award-winning VelobladeNexus system, breaking the company's own record for Veloblade installations in a single month.
The milestone also reinforces Vivid Laminating Technologies' position as the UK's leading cutter system provider for five consecutive years.
The installation, completed this week, was facilitated through a collaborative effort with Soyang Europe, with Damien Martin playing a key role in coordinating the order.