Quality Control Process
Craftsmanship with System Control
We understand handmade products have natural variation. Our systematic approach controls this variation within acceptable ranges while preserving the authentic handcrafted appeal your customers value.
QC Pack (Examples)
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Incoming Material Inspection
Consistency starts with materials. We inspect each batch of yarn, filling, and accessories to ensure color accuracy, texture uniformity, and compliance readiness.
Color & Appearance
- Pantone / brand color verification
- Batch consistency comparison
- Light fastness checks (as required)
Material Quality
- Fiber composition verification
- Strength / integrity checks
- Safety documentation review (EN71 / ASTM F963 / CPC readiness)
Records & Outputs
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In-Process Quality Control
Supervisors monitor critical production stages, ensuring dimensional accuracy and stitch consistency while respecting the natural characteristics of handcrafted work.
Key Control Points
Records & Outputs
Final Inspection & Packing Check
Finished products are inspected against approved samples and specifications. Any acceptable variations are documented, and packing is verified before shipment.
Appearance Assessment
Visual comparison with approved samples: color, shape, surface finish, and overall presentation.
Functional Testing
Stress checks on seams, attachment points, and any moving parts according to project specs.
Safety Verification
Small parts, sharp edges, labeling checks, and other market-specific requirements as applicable.
Records & Outputs
Consistency Management Logic
We don’t eliminate handmade character — we control it within agreed ranges that maintain product integrity while preserving authentic craftsmanship appeal.
Acceptable Variation Range
Natural characteristics that preserve authenticity and are agreed at sample approval.
- Minor stitch texture variations
- Slight dimensional differences (typical ±5%)
- Natural fiber characteristics
Control Methods
Systematic methods to keep outcomes consistent across a distributed handmade network.
- Standardized pattern templates
- Progressive QC checkpoints
- Artisan skill standardization
Unacceptable Defects
Issues that compromise safety, structure, or brand requirements.
- Significant color deviations
- Structural integrity failures
- Safety compliance failures
Deviation Handling (When Something Looks Off)
Isolate → Recheck → Corrective Action → Record → Notify (if required). This keeps small deviations from becoming shipment-level risks.
Continuous Improvement
Our quality system evolves with every project. We analyze quality data, feedback, and performance trends to refine our processes while maintaining handcrafted integrity.
Data-Driven Analysis
Pattern analysis of defects and feedback to identify targeted improvements.
Artisan Training Programs
Continuous skill standardization and retraining based on real QC outcomes.
Process Optimization
Refining templates, checkpoints, and SOPs to reduce variance while keeping handmade character.
Quality Metrics (Example)
Quality Control Insights
Learn more about our approach to quality management in handmade manufacturing.
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