Michele is a seasoned, results-oriented designer with incredibly helpful insights, and an ability to travel tirelessly and manage people effectively. It was a great delight to observe Michele’s detail-oriented designs and our work together has made a lasting impression on my business, since her designs continue to sell and keep my team working. She has been a great source of inspiration.
Jaya Rao, Kaleidoscope Apparel
Sourcing
I source raw materials and fabrics from mills and factories around the world. Based on your needs, I’ll narrow down my search to those who have the right machinery, methods, and resources to get the job done. If I don’t have a direct connection, I’ll tap my broad industry network and long-standing relationships to get us there.
In addition to finding the right sourcing partner, I negotiate costs and deliverables on your behalf and help with the estimated and final costing of shipped goods.
Product calendars vary greatly by product, country, and season, so I also help to set expectations, troubleshoot issues, and keep production on schedule.
My expertise includes…
- Factory & mill technologies, machinery & operations
- Knitting and sewing methods
- Yarn, woven fabric construction, cut & sew knits, denim and print techniques
- Sample & trim development
- Brand aesthetic and design
- Troubleshooting issues & problem-solving
- Quality control
- Identifying cost-cutting opportunities in technical production
- Complex costing methods & negotiations
- Global sourcing trends, strategies, and regulations
- Production schedules & meeting deadlines
Call me when…
- You don’t have the time, resources, or connections to find the right factory or mill.
- You need to source a yarn or textile with reliable sources or out-of-the-ordinary specs.
- You want to source from a country you haven’t worked with yet.
- You want to source locally but don’t want to manage all the moving parts.
- You need to change factories and build new sourcing relationships.
- You are looking to extend your staff or need a temporary fill-in.