CONGRATULATIONS. The Viledon plant, part of the large Freudenberg complex in Weinheim, starts the production of a new iso-elastic nonwoven interlining: Vlieseline is born.
WELCOME. The Pellon Corporation in Massachusetts (USA) starts operations and produces interlinings under the name of PELLON.
MANNEQUINS. The first fashion show for clothing professionals presents its models to an audience from fashion and industry.
OPENING. The Vlieseline Studio opens in the Alte Lackierfabrik [Old Painting Plant] in Weinheim, the first issue of Vlieseline® Modedienst [fashion service] is published.
STRETCH. Production of the first multi-directional Vlieseline collection starts.
HOLA. In cooperation with Nontex S.A. in Spain, Freudenberg now also develops the Spanish interlining market under the brand name of FLISELINA.
SSP. The convenient self-service packages of the Vlieseline Self-Service range make their inroads into amateur fashion studios.
PERFECT DOTS. The computer dot adhesive coating revolutionises the processing methods in the textile industry: Wavy moiré effects on the outer fabric are a thing of the past.
GLAMOUR. Princess Gracia Patricia of Monaco shows her enthusiasm about Vlieseline Hemfix at the Intersew.
MISS. With Christiane Stöcker, Miss Germany 1990, Vlieseline® wins a celebrity for advertising
ROUND. Vlieseline celebrates its 50th birthday – and presents itself as successful as never before.
AWARE. Vlieseline launches products made of recycled fibres for the first time.
XL. Under the name of P 120, the first XL packs of voluminous wadding for large blankets, patchwork and quilting work appear.
DREAM SCARF. In the context of an idea competition, Vlieseline awards a prize to the 3 most creative scarfs self-made with Vlieseline.
DIY. The first do-it-yourself kit “Multi-Bag” with pre-cut Vlieseline parts including instructions delights amateur needleworkers.
FOLLOWER. On 15 April, the first Vlieseline Instagram contribution goes online.
EMBROIDERY HERO. Also suitable for embroidery beginners: The first DIY embroidery sample kit with 5 pieces of embroidery backing for testing.
5,000. A total of 5,000 followers are following the Vlieseline account on Instagram on 16 September.
ANNIVERSARY. Vlieseline celebrates its 75th birthday.
GROWTH. More than 10,000 people now follow the Vlieseline Instagram account.