I reduce sampling rounds by establishing technical foundations that eliminate guesswork before a physical sample is even cut. This involves developing standardised blocks to ensure fit consistency across collections and creating robust tech packs with precise construction detailing to minimise manufacturer misinterpretation.
By utilising CLO3D for virtual fit sessions, we can sense check patterns and grading digitally, allowing us to resolve 80% of fit issues before the first physical sample is requested. This front-loaded approach prevents the common sample-correct-repeat cycle, significantly lowering courier expenses and material waste.

I cut costs by auditing your entire development cycle to strip out redundant processes. This could be looking at how many fits you are doing and why, whether you could utilise an expert in your country of manufacture to help with development, or maybe the manufacturer you’re working with isn’t right for this exact product. There isn’t a one-size-fits-all fix, but by looking for these gaps, I help brands protect their margins and actually get their products to market on time.

High return rates are usually a sign that there is an issue with your fit or quality. I provide the technical fixes to turn down the heat of piling returns, whether that's establishing bespoke grading rules for your specific customer or reviewing your blocks to ensure a 'Medium' actually fits like one every time. I can also help set up a quality manual for your manufacturers to follow, so they have clear standards to hit before production even leaves the factory. By tightening these processes, we reduce returns and keep your sizing and quality reliable across the board.

I manage colour continuity by setting clear standards in your Tech Pack using Pantone references, which gives the factory a clear standard from day one. I also handle the lab dip approval process and keep a secure library of those physical masters to refer back to. Before any bulk production begins, the factory has to submit swatches from every single fabric batch for a final sign-off. This extra layer of control ensures we catch any shade inconsistencies before the garments are actually cut, so you aren't stuck with mismatched stock.

Right here. Paper patterns can get lost, torn or have drinks spilt on them. Having a digital copy is not only a great way to back them up and keep them safe, but can be put into a factory ready format ready for global production. I can tidy up any wobbly lines, check the grading, and even run a digital fit in CLO3D. It’s a chance to sense-check the fit and make amendments digitally before you waste money on a physical sample.

Instead of waiting weeks for a physical sample to arrive from overseas only to find you can’t fit a leg in or bend your arm I use CLO3D to test the first fit virtually.
I can run 3D digital fit sessions where we look at stress maps and fabric tension on a virtual avatar to see exactly where a pattern is pulling or sagging. This allows us to refine the digital patterns in real-time, fixing major fit and styling issues before you spend a penny on fabric, sewing, or international shipping.

I’m often called in desperation as a fixer when brands and overseas factories have crossed wires. Garment Techs are fluent in factory language, so I act as the bridge between your design team and the manufacturer to find out exactly where the process broke down. Whether it’s figuring out why they haven’t followed the Tech Pack or translating complex fit comments into actionable pattern changes, I step in to resolve the issues and get your production moving forward again.

This could be down to several things, but it’s usually from a lack of technical oversight. If you didn't provide tolerances with your size specs, your sizing will be all over the place because the factory doesn't know what acceptable looks like. It could also be that the bulk fabric doesn't actually match the sample you approved, a common issue if bulk testing was skipped. Ultimately, if you don't have a solid AQL (Acceptable Quality Limit) in place to check the goods before they leave the building, the QC has let you down. I help brands set these standards early so you aren't discovering production fails only after you’ve already paid for the shipping.