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From a sketch to cartons at your door

Twelve steps, four phases and one signed-off sample that everything is checked against.

  1. Plan01–03
  2. Develop04–07
  3. Produce08–10
  4. Deliver11–12

The twelve steps

What you send, what we do and what you get back at every stage.

  1. A designer pinning ideas to a studio moodboard

    Step 01

    Brief and enquiry

    Tell us the product, the quantity and the date you need it. A sketch, a photo or a garment you like is enough.

    You send
    A product idea, rough quantities, your deadline
    We do
    Ask the right questions and flag anything that affects price or timing
    You get
    A clear brief we both agree on
  2. Pencil sketches of garments on a desk

    Step 02

    Tech pack support

    No tech pack yet? We turn your sketch and references into a spec with measurements, materials and artwork placement.

    You send
    Sketches, reference garments, artwork
    We do
    Draft the size chart, materials list and construction notes
    You get
    A tech pack you own
  3. Swing tags and labels laid out on a table

    Step 03

    Costing and quote

    We price each style from the spec, so you see what drives the cost before you commit.

    You send
    Your target price and order size
    We do
    Cost fabric, trims, labour and decoration per style
    You get
    A written quote per style
  4. Rolls of coloured fabric stacked in a store

    Step 04

    Fabric and trims

    We source cloth, thread, zips, labels and tags to your spec and price, and match colours to your reference.

    You send
    Colour references, label artwork
    We do
    Source fabric and trims, send lab dips for colour
    You get
    Approved fabric and colours
  5. Hands drafting a clothing pattern on paper

    Step 05

    Pattern and grading

    Our pattern makers draft the garment and grade it across your size range so every size fits the same way.

    You send
    Size range and fit notes
    We do
    Draft the base pattern and grade each size
    You get
    A graded pattern set
  6. An industrial sewing machine stitching red fabric

    Step 06

    Sample making

    A first sample is cut and sewn by hand, with your decoration placed exactly where it will go in bulk.

    You send
    Approval to sample
    We do
    Cut, sew and decorate the first sample
    You get
    A physical sample in your hands
  7. A tailor measuring the shoulder of a dress form

    Step 07

    Fit and approval

    You try it on, measure it and send comments. We adjust and re-sample until the fit and finish are right.

    You send
    Fit comments and photos
    We do
    Correct the pattern and remake if needed
    You get
    A signed-off gold sample
  8. A row of industrial sewing machines

    Step 08

    Bulk cutting and sewing

    With the gold sample signed off, fabric is laid, cut in bulk and sewn on the production line.

    You send
    Your purchase order
    We do
    Lay, cut and sew the full order
    You get
    Your garments on the line
  9. Multi-head embroidery machines in a row

    Step 09

    Print and embroidery

    Logos and graphics go on using the method agreed at sampling, checked against the gold sample.

    You send
    Final artwork
    We do
    Print, embroider or apply each finish
    You get
    Branded garments
  10. A worker inspecting folded garments

    Step 10

    Quality checks

    Every piece is checked for measurements, stitching, print quality and loose threads before it is packed.

    You send
    Nothing, this one is on us
    We do
    Inspect, measure and fix
    You get
    Garments that match the sample
  11. A stack of neatly folded tees

    Step 11

    Labels and packing

    Your neck labels, care labels, hang tags and polybags go on, folded and packed the way you asked.

    You send
    Packing instructions, barcodes
    We do
    Tag, fold, bag and box by size
    You get
    Retail-ready cartons
  12. Hands unboxing a new white t-shirt

    Step 12

    Shipping

    We book the freight, prepare the paperwork and share tracking until the cartons reach you.

    You send
    Delivery address
    We do
    Book shipping and prepare documents
    You get
    Your order at your door
A finished knit garment folded in a branded box

One sample everything is checked against

The gold sample you sign off becomes the standard for the whole order. Fabric, fit, colour, print and packing are all checked against it, piece by piece.

  • Measured against your size chart
  • Colour checked against your approved lab dip
  • Print and embroidery placement checked
  • Loose threads, seams and labels inspected

Questions about the process

How long does an order take?

It depends on the product, the fabric and the quantity. Once we have your brief we give you a timeline for sampling and bulk with your quote.

Do I need a tech pack?

No. A tech pack helps, but a sketch, a photo or a garment you like is enough to start. We can build the tech pack with you.

How many samples will I need?

Most styles are approved in one or two rounds. Complex fits can take more, and we tell you up front if we expect that.

Can I visit or see the production?

Yes. Ask us for photos or video of your order on the line, or arrange a visit.

What happens if something is wrong?

Every order is checked against the signed-off gold sample. If a piece doesn't match, it is fixed or remade before it ships.

Ready for step one?

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