A prototype is not just a sample, but a series of decisions Creating a knitwear prototype is not as simple as saying: “Here is a sketch and a moodboard, please choose the yarn and make a sample.” It is a development process that involves a series of technical and material decisions. During the production preparation […]
Is softness enough? Softness is often the first thing we notice when evaluating knitwear. And that’s completely natural — it creates an immediate impression. However, softness alone is not equal to quality. In fact, it’s not even a necessary condition for high-quality knitwear. In some markets, softness is not considered a key indicator of quality […]
Not every knitwear project starts with a tech pack Fashion brands often come to us with an idea, but without a finished tech pack. What they have is a concept that hasn’t yet been translated into concrete technical solutions. And that’s completely normal. From our experience, this is often an even better starting point — […]
Claims related to knitwear very often do not result from construction errors or yarn quality. Therefore, it is important to follow proper knitwear care guidelines that help maintain the garment’s shape, structure, and durability over time. Proper knitwear care has a direct impact not only on wearing comfort but also on product durability and the […]
One of the most common questions we hear from fashion and lifestyle brands is:“If I want to create my own sweater, where do I even start?” Some brands come to us with full technical documentation. Others only have a favorite sweater in their wardrobe or even a screenshot saved on their phone.In all of these […]
If you’re starting a new knitwear project, sooner or later you’ll hear this: “You’ll need a proto sample.” Every custom project starts the same way: with a proto sample knitwear piece. There’s no way around it — if you want bulk production, you need a proto first. And the question most often asked is: “If […]
At the beginning of cooperation, many clients ask what the minimum order quantity for a sweater collection is and why the limit is set at 200 pieces.In this article, we answer these questions — explaining the cost-related and organizational factors that determine the MOQ level at Piwi Femma SKA. Why do costs influence the MOQ […]
I am writing these words in January 2026, while the trade fair discussed here relates to the Spring 2027 season. Is that too early? Quite the opposite. This kind of planning gives our clients a real advantage: finished products reach the market exactly when they should. At Piwi Femma, we work in a Private Label […]
It often happens that a conversation with a specialist leaves us feeling embarrassed. The expert explains, and we nod, pretending to understand everything. For example, with a car mechanic, we might hear: “We need to replace the gasket under the head, and to do that, we must…” and then a flood of technical terms follows […]