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Fabric 101

Choosing the right fabrics for your garment is a crucial piece of the product design process. The fabric you choose can dramatically change how your product looks, fits, and feels. In addition to changing the design of the product itself, the fabric you select will impact your cost and price and be influenced by available suppliers. 

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Heather Zager Heather Zager

Mistakes to Avoid When Creating a Product Concept Board

Creating a concept board is a crucial step in the product development journey; however, it's all too easy to stumble into common pitfalls that can overcomplicate or make your concept board less effective. In this article, we'll explore a few mistakes to avoid when crafting design.

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Heather Zager Heather Zager

How to Use a Tech Pack Template

A tech pack is an essential step in bringing your sewn product to market. You may choose to create one yourself with templates or get a professional to create one for you, or something in between. Here’s what you need to know and how to choose the right option for you.

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Heather Zager Heather Zager

Why You Need a Tech Pack for Clothing Manufacture

Repeated sampling to get your sewn product idea just right before you commit to production can get expensive and postpone your launch. Having a professional and thorough tech pack will save you time and money in the long run, but if that doesn’t convince you, we give you ten more reasons.

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