So we've established that getting a sample on hand is a formative step towards getting your accessory produced on a large scale. So how do you go about getting a sample? How can you make sure that the sample you're getting is exactly what you had in mind? clutch maze manufacturing process can be broken down into four steps, design, console, tech, Park sourcing, and pattern in sample maker. These are the steps that take your accessory from an idea to a tangible product ready for store shelves. Let's begin.
It design consult is your first opportunity to bounce your ideas off a professional in the industry. In other words, this is where your mood boards come in. What you visualized here can communicate all the ideas you had in mind for your product. And a consult with an experienced designer can lead to some insight on what design choices might work best for you. If you have an idea or a sketch, but don't know how to navigate the next steps This can be the most valuable console you will have in your accessory making career. It offers you a map of the journey so you don't get stuck trying to design something you're not 100% on board with.
We also make sure to cover budget during our consoles a clutch made, making sure your money is put to the right place. The design consult also serves as a great tool for us the team at clutch made getting to know you and becoming familiar with your dreams, ideas and plans for your business. The tech pack is the second and probably most important step of the design process. This is a technical drawing that outlines the specs and dimensions of a product which helps communicate to the sample maker what you want. This is what guides the manufacturing process and gives you a clear idea of what your sample will look like once it's crafted. Remember to project mood boards we covered in lesson three, style and shaped in theory or in details.
The tech pack is where those come into play. Our team of designers referenced these boards are created to figure out all the measurements and details for your tech pack. sourcing is step three, and the most hands on step to say the least. This the step or team reviews your materials and hard work mood boards, so we are better able to work with you on determining what would work best for your product. For example, full service options for hardware leathers, slippers, interior linings, etc. While you may have a few materials in mind, working with a specialist to learn about what's available on the market can greatly benefit you at this stage.
With your tech pack digitize and your sourcing squared away, the pattern and symbol making process can begin. Your sample is the prototype of your product, not the end goal item that will hit the shelves worldwide. We'll get that shortly. The steps involved The design console can help ensure that your sample matches your dream product as close as possible. And the tech pack offers fluid communication between you and the sample maker. If any changes are still needed though, your tech pack can be revised and another sample can be crafted from the in the end, you're the one in charge of your product.
You are the owner of your business. How you want your product presented to the world is entirely in your control. So take this opportunity to weigh out your options, workshop your ideas, and most importantly, make something that you are passionate about. If you have any further questions or would like to schedule a design consult with clutch made, you can set it up at clutch made.com forward slash online dash booking. We'd love to work with you on your idea and get you started making accessories in the USA.