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About Heather Zager | MADE Apparel Services Founder and Owner
Heather Zager found her calling when she signed up for a beginning patternmaking course and realized she had a passion for technical design. She subsequently enrolled in the Apparel Design and Development program at Seattle Central College and graduated two years later with her Associate of Applied Science Degree.
After graduation, she began working with Meta assisting in developing and designing augmented and virtual reality wearable tech gear. In 2020, MADE Apparel Services was born with the idea of helping makers, inventors and entrepreneurs bring their own sewn product ideas to manufacture. Since then she has worked with various businesses such as Santa’s Tailor, Feathered Friends, Wolfpack Gear and Classic Accessories, helping them achieve their goals in design, development, patternmaking, sewn construction and manufacture. Today, Heather continues to grow her knowledge and share her experiences with others to bring their visions to reality.
Episode 10 - Tips for Production
Host Heather Zager shares valuable insights for new and small brands looking to simplify their manufacturing process to save time and money. Listeners will hear practical tips, such as how to learn more about material sourcing and pattern-making to save time and money in the long run. These strategies not only simplify production but also ensure that brands make informed decisions, minimizing risk, and maximizing profitability.
Episode 9 - What is the difference between a Tech Pack, a Spec Sheet and a Pattern
Host Heather Zager talks all about tech packs, spec sheets, and patterns in today’s episode. She explains the differences between each one and the function each one performs. A spec sheet is short for a specification sheet. The single difference between it and a tech pack is that a spec sheet is just one page. A tech pack - or technical package or technical specification package - is essentially an instruction manual with all the information needed to create a sewn product. A pattern is a paper pattern used for sewing a product.