Pine Crest Fabrics

What Pine Crest Fabrics does

Pine Crest Fabrics, Inc. is a privately-held wholesale textile distributor founded in 1978 and headquartered in Portland, Oregon. The company specializes in stretch fabrics — including nylon, polyester, spandex, cotton spandex, and recycled fibers — supplied on a B2B basis to apparel manufacturers and brands across activewear, swimwear, gymnastics/dance, costume, golf, and fashion segments. Its primary channels are direct wholesale sales via pinecrestfabrics.com, supported by fabric specialists who consult on selection and ordering, supplemented by authorized retailers for sub-15-yard orders.

The core product architecture is built around three inventory models: (1) In-Stock Fabric, with over 250,000 yards warehoused in Portland and overseas facilities for 2-7 day domestic delivery; (2) Made-to-Order Fabric, including the trend-driven Fahrenheit Collection of 100+ new fabrics annually with 300-500 yard minimum runs; and (3) Fabric Printing via the Pick-a-Print program offering access to over 20,000 artworks plus custom print submissions. Sustainable production is a recognized technical differentiator, with multiple products certified to OEKO-TEX, GRS (Global Recycled Standard), bluesign, REPREVE, and Creora, including dedicated recycled lines such as Endurance Repreve, FlexSoft, Sirius Rec, Fishtale, Palm Rec, and Riyo Rec.

The business model is sales-led B2B wholesale with quote-based pricing. Stocked fabrics carry a 15-yard minimum for returning customers and a $500 minimum for first-time buyers; made-to-order fabrics typically require 300-500 yard commitments; and overseas factory stock ships in single 77-yard rolls. Manufacturing is executed through a global network of certified knitting mills across Vietnam, Korea, Taiwan, China, South America, and the USA, some utilizing Italian technologies and solar-powered facilities. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; catalog, color card, and digital distribution (2025-26 catalog; trend reports) form the primary marketing surface, supported by a long-tenured enterprise customer base including apparel brands such as Coquetry Clothing, Imagination Creations, and Rhayne Swim.

Name

Pine Crest Fabrics

Legal name

Pine Crest Fabrics, Inc.

Website

https://pinecrestfabrics.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1978

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Pine Crest Fabrics is a Portland, Oregon-based wholesale distributor of stretch fabrics (nylon, polyester, spandex, recycled) supplying B2B apparel brands in activewear, swimwear, costume, and fashion via stocked inventory, made-to-order production, and custom fabric printing services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wholesale Stretch Fabrics

NAICS

Knit Fabric Mills (31324), Apparel Knitting Mills (3151), Apparel Knitting Mills (315120)

SIC

Knitting Mills (2250)

akta.pro primary industry

Knitted Fabric Mills (IMAOABAB)

Keywords

• Wholesale stretch fabric
• Activewear fabric supplier
• Swimwear textile wholesale
• Custom fabric printing
• Recycled polyester fabric

Headquarters

HQ city

Portland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Wholesale Fabric Sales: B2B wholesale sales of stretch fabrics including stocked inventory (over 250,000 yards), overseas stock, made-to-order, print base fabrics, discounted/excess fabrics, and deadstock materials. Minimum order 15 yards for stocked fabrics.
2. Made-to-Order Fabric Production: Custom fabric production including custom colors, prints, textures, and specialized fabrics. Minimum yardage typically 300-500 yards for the Fahrenheit Collection. Production begins upon receiving sufficient commitments.
3. Fabric Printing Services: Custom fabric printing services through Pick-a-Print program and custom print submissions, offering over 20,000 artwork options.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Pine Crest Fabrics is a B2B wholesale supplier of stretch textiles that sells stocked knit fabrics (nylon, polyester, spandex, recycled, and regenerated fibers), produces custom made-to-order fabrics including the trend-driven Fahrenheit Collection, and runs the Pick-a-Print digital fabric printing service with access to more than 20,000 artworks. The company holds over 250,000 yards of inventory in its Portland, Oregon warehouse and overseas facilities, with minimums of 15 yards for stocked fabrics and $500 for first-time orders, shipping within 2-7 days domestically and internationally.

Product overview

Pine Crest Fabrics is a wholesale stretch fabric supplier established in 1978, offering a comprehensive portfolio of fabrics across multiple inventory models and product categories. The core offerings include In-Stock Fabric (250,000+ yards in Portland, OR and overseas facilities), Made-to-Order Fabric (custom production including the trend-driven Fahrenheit Collection), and Fabric Printing services (Pick-a-Print program with 20,000+ artwork library). The product portfolio spans specialized sub-brands including recycled performance fabrics (Endurance Repreve®, Sirius Rec, Fishtale, Palm Rec, Riyo Rec), printable base cloths (Printable Unity, Printable Unity Plus, Printable Wave), technical actives (FlexSoft), and fashion-forward prints (Vivid Paint Splatters). All products focus on stretch fabrics for activewear, swimwear, gymnastics, dance, and fashion applications, with strong emphasis on sustainability certifications (GRS, OEKO-TEX, BlueSign, Repreve). Discount Fabric offerings provide discontinued and excess inventory at reduced prices.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• In-Stock Fabric Wholesale catalog of over 250,000 yards of stocked stretch fabrics (nylon, polyester, spandex, recycled fibers, cotton) held in Portland, Oregon and overseas facilities, with 2-7 day US delivery and a 15-yard minimum.
• Made-to-Order Fabric Custom fabric production for apparel lines, including the Fahrenheit Collection of 100+ trend-driven fabrics per year, with customization of base fabric, foils, holograms, and colorways; typical minimums of 300-500 yards.
• Fabric Printing Service (Pick-a-Print) Digital fabric printing service providing access to over 20,000 library artworks with the option to upload custom prints, applied to print base fabrics via partner factory printing facilities.
• Discount Fabric Discontinued, excess, deadstock, and promotional stretch fabrics sold at up to 50% off for activewear, swimwear, yoga, gymnastics, dance/rave, and fashion buyers.
• Endurance Repreve Recycled Polyester Collection High-performance activewear fabric (83% Repreve Recycled Polyester, 17% Spandex, 265GSM) created from 13 recycled plastic bottles per yard, GRS, bluesign, and OEKO-TEX certified.
• FlexSoft Collection Four-way stretch activewear fabric (75% Nylon, 25% Spandex, 230GSM) with buttery soft feel, UV protection, and moisture-wicking; bluesign and OEKO-TEX certified, PFAS-free.
• Sirius Rec Shiny Tricot Soft, lightweight recycled nylon/spandex tricot (80% recycled nylon, 20% spandex) with four-way stretch, UV resistance, and glossy finish; GRS, OEKO-TEX, and bluesign certified.
• Fishtale Recycled Tricot High-performance swimwear fabric (80% MIPAN regen Ocean Recycled Nylon, 17% Creora regen Recycled Spandex, 200GSM) with four-way stretch, UV and abrasion resistance; available in 103 colors with US stock option.
• Palm Rec 18 Recycled Nylon Collection Eco-friendly stretch fabric from recycled nylon and spandex with ultra-soft hand, UV protection, and GRS/OEKO-TEX certification; available in 10 in-stock colors and 103 overseas colors; ideal for swimwear, beachwear, and activewear.
• Printable Unity Peached Printable peached jersey base cloth (83% Polyester, 17% Spandex, 220GSM) with four-way stretch, soft touch, and UV resistance; OEKO-TEX certified and stocked in Portland.
• Printable Unity Plus Peached Jersey Heavier printable fabric (78% Polyester, 22% Spandex, 250GSM) with two-way stretch for activewear requiring enhanced durability and coverage.
• Printable Wave Recycled Stretch Woven Performance stretch woven (90% Recycled Polyester, 10% Spandex, 160GSM) with four-way stretch, lightweight, quick-dry, and UV resistance; for board shorts, surf, swim, cycling, golf, tennis, and running shorts.
• Vivid Paint Splatters on Flux Tricot Vibrant printed nylon/spandex tricot (80% Nylon, 20% Spandex) with blacklight-reactive properties and great coverage; OEKO-TEX and Higg Index certified.
• Perforated Stretch Mesh Lightweight perforated stretch mesh with four-way stretch, breathability, and UV resistance; ideal for yoga, dance, activewear, performance tops, and mesh paneling.
• Riyo Rec Recycled Polyester Printable recycled polyester fabric (82% Recycled Polyester, 18% Spandex, 190GSM) with high chlorine resistance, UV protection, and two-way stretch; GRS and OEKO-TEX certified; 74 colors in single roll.

Quantifiable outcome

• 2-7 day delivery within US from Portland warehouse
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Certified Knitting Mills (Vietnam, Korea, Taiwan, China)coreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership with certified knitting mills in Vietnam, Korea, Taiwan, and China, some utilizing Italian technologies. These mills produce fabrics to Pine Crest Fabrics' quality standards with sustainable practices including solar-powered facilities.
• Knitting Mills (South America and USA)coreTechnology or IntegrationCollaboration with knitting mills in South America and the USA for additional production capacity and geographic diversification of manufacturing.
• Mill Partners (Sustainability)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with certified mills prioritizing sustainable practices including solar-powered facilities and recycling initiatives for eco-friendly fabric production.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• B&J Fabrics: B&J Fabrics is a New York-based wholesale and retail fabric supplier carrying a wide range of apparel and stretch textiles. Comparable B2B wholesale motion, custom cutting services, and apparel brand customer base, though with a heavier fashion/dress fabric mix than PCF's activewear focus.
• Mood Fabrics: Mood Fabrics is a well-known wholesale and retail fabric supplier offering a broad catalog of apparel and performance textiles. While more diversified into fashion/dress fabrics, it competes with PCF for apparel brand B2B customers and offers similar custom printing and swatch services.
• Spandex World: Spandex World is a wholesale distributor of stretch and performance fabrics serving activewear, dancewear, swimwear, and apparel manufacturers. Directly comparable to Pine Crest Fabrics in product mix (spandex/nylon knits), B2B wholesale motion, and small-to-mid apparel brand customer base.
• Discovery Fabrics / Discovery Knitting: Discovery Fabrics is a wholesale knit fabric supplier focused on activewear, swimwear, and performance apparel, supplying similar tricot, interlock, and stretch woven bases to apparel brands. Directly comparable product mix, customer segments, and minimum order structure to Pine Crest Fabrics.
• Tissura Fabrics: Tissura is an international online wholesale fabric retailer offering a curated catalog of premium apparel and stretch fabrics with global shipping. Comparable B2B wholesale model and apparel brand customer base, with overlapping stretch and activewear fabric categories.

Others

• Repreve (Unifi): Unifi's Repreve is a leading supplier of recycled polyester fiber used in many of PCF's certified fabrics (e.g., Endurance Repreve). It is an upstream fiber/material supplier and enabling partner in PCF's sustainability story, not a direct competitor, but its pricing and availability directly affect PCF's recycled product margins.
• Hyosung TNC (Creora spandex): Hyosung TNC manufactures Creora spandex/elastane, which PCF explicitly cites in its certifications. As a key upstream fiber supplier, Hyosung's pricing, innovation cycles, and sustainability roadmap directly shape PCF's ability to compete on stretch fabric performance and recycled spandex offerings.

Regional players

• Carvico: Carvico is an Italian manufacturer of stretch fabrics (nylon/Lycra, polyester) for swimwear, activewear, and sportswear, primarily serving European apparel brands. Comparable knit/stretch product portfolio and activewear/swimwear end markets, though geographically concentrated in EMEA rather than the US market PCF primarily serves.
• Borlino / Eurojersey (Sensitive Fabrics): Eurojersey produces Sensitive Fabrics, premium warp-knit stretch textiles used in activewear, swimwear, and athleisure across European designer and sportswear brands. Comparable product technology and target end uses to PCF's stretch knits, but positioned in the European premium segment with stronger direct-mill relationships.

Emerging players

• Swimwear Fabric Shop (Etsy/specialty): A specialty online retailer focused on smaller-yardage swimwear and activewear knits, serving indie designers and small-batch apparel makers. Competes with PCF in the swimwear/activewear knit category but at smaller MOQs and lower price points, representing the SMB segment PCF largely cedes to authorized retailers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/pinecrestfabric
• Facebookfacebook.com/pinecrestfabric
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/pine-crest-fabrics

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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