Stage 4: Production
Duration: 7-14 days Owner: Production Manager Trigger: Approved pattern from Pattern Making Completion: Quality-inspected costume ready for delivery
Purpose
Fabricate the costume to specification with quality control at each step.
Process Flow
Approved Pattern
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Cutting (1-2 days) ──────▶ Fabric Layout + Cutting
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Sewing & Assembly (3-7 days) ──────▶ Construction
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Finishing & Embellishment (2-4 days) ──────▶ Details
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Quality Inspection (1 day) ──────▶ [PASS] ──────▶ Delivery Stage
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[FAIL] ──────▶ Rework ──────▶ Re-inspect
Inputs
| Input | Source | Required Information |
|---|---|---|
| Final Pattern | Pattern Maker | All pattern pieces |
| Cut List | Pattern Maker | Quantities, fabric requirements |
| Materials | Design Development | All fabrics, trims, notions |
| Construction Notes | Pattern Maker + Creative Director | Assembly sequence, techniques |
Activities
1. Cutting (1-2 days)
Layout fabric, cut all pieces, mark notches and grain lines.
2. Sewing & Assembly (3-7 days)
Construct garment following pattern sequence.
3. Finishing (2-4 days)
Add embellishment, hem, press, final details.
4. Quality Check (1 day)
Inspect against quality checklist, verify fit.
Outputs
| Output | Format | Delivered To |
|---|---|---|
| Completed Costume | Physical | Client Relations Manager |
| Quality Checklist | Document | Production Manager + Client Relations |
| Production Photos | Digital | Portfolio + Client |
RABSIC Matrix
| Role | Position | Specific Responsibility |
|---|---|---|
| A (Accountable) | Production Manager | Owns production quality and timeline |
| R (Responsible) | Production Team | Executes cutting, sewing, finishing |
| S (Support) | Production Assistant | Prepares materials, assists with complex steps |
| C (Consulted) | Creative Director | Advises on embellishment placement, finishing details |
| I (Informed) | Client | Receives progress photos at milestones |
Quality Gate
Pass Criteria:
- All seams secure and finished
- Embellishment matches design
- No loose threads or raw edges
- Fits measurements (verified on form or client)
- Closures function properly
- Matches approved design
SOPs
See SOPs:
Success Metrics
- First-Pass Quality: Target >90% (passes inspection without rework)
- On-Time Production: Target >85% (completes within estimated timeframe)
Last Updated: 2026-02-02