Inside a Luxury Clothing Factory in Portugal

The Glass Factory team visits Texmin, a family-founded textile factory in Northern Portugal that has been operating since the 1960s. Led today by Francisco, Texmin has built its reputation on taking on the kinds of projects other factories won’t touch: complex garments, experimental fabrics, and truly challenging constructions. From organic cotton t-shirts to seamless self-fabric collars, intricate embellishments, and fully assembled garments sewn start-to-finish by master tailors, Texmin pushes the boundaries of what’s possible. Their commitment to craftsmanship, employee development, and creative problem-solving makes them one of the most inspiring manufacturers we’ve ever filmed.

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0:00 – Intro & Francisco’s Philosophy on Clients
0:31 – Factory Introduction (Texmin, Portugal)
0:50 – How Texmin Works With Clients (From Basics to Challenges)
1:30 – Pattern Makers & Custom Fit Development
2:01 – Family History of Texmin (Founded in the 1960s)
2:18 – Fabric Cutting & Pattern Distribution
3:15 – Second Separation (Printing & Embroidery Before Assembly)
3:53 – Example of Printed Panels (French Terry Hoodie Sleeves)
5:02 – Future of Texmin & Challenges Ahead
5:35 – Self-Fabric Collar Production (Explained & Demonstrated)
6:49 – Spindle & Collar Sewing Process
7:30 – Employee Training & Conditions (Master Tailors at Work)
8:20 – Full Garment Assembly by One Worker
9:08 – Final Inspection, Steaming & Packaging
9:46 – Future of Portuguese Factories (Industry Challenges)
10:17 – Why Factories Close (Flexibility & Creativity Matter)
10:45 – Francisco on Loving Challenges in Garment Design
11:24 – Closing Thoughts & Outro