New York City's Garment District is a hub of activity for designers who choose to have their collections produced locally. Fabric vendors, sample makers, embroidery services and pattern-making businesses are hidden throughout the district, which spans from Sixth Avenue to Eighth Avenue, between 35th and 40th Street.

Eva Khurshid is among the dwindling number of clothing brands that still produce in New York City. Meet the designers of Eva Khurshid and the Garment District workers who bring their creations to life.

Eva Khurshid: Designing In The District

Designers Nyla Hashmi and Fatima Monkush discuss how they use the Garment District to produce the Eva Khurshid collection. This video was co-produced with Dewi Cooke for the By A Thread multimedia project from December 2010 to March 2011.

The Blood Sweat & Tears Of New York

Designer label Eva Khurshid sources fabric from Preview Textiles. Jay Grank of Preview Textiles talks about how the business has changed since he first began working in textiles. This video was co-produced with Dewi Cooke for the By A Thread multimedia project in March 2011.

It's Vital To The City

Sabine Illes, Eva Khurshid's sample maker,describes the district in its glory days and how it has steadily declined over the past few decades. This video was co-produced with Dewi Cooke for the By A Thread multimedia project in March 2011.

A Continuous Motion At That Time

Stuart Meyer, who does embroidery work for designer label Eva Khurshid, explains how he is expanding his services to remain in the district. This video was co-produced with Dewi Cooke for the By A Thread multimedia project in March 2011.

I Still Believe The Work Will Stay Here In New York

Paul Cavazza's company does the grading and marking for designer label Eva Khurshid. He describes what he enjoys the most about working in the district. This video was co-produced with Dewi Cooke for the By A Thread multimedia project in March 2011.

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