SPECIFY / BUYING DECISIONS
Colour & artwork.
Connect physical colour references, artwork files and visible placement on the finished item. Separate screen appearance from a signed production reference.
Plan a custom collection- Use this when
- You need the chosen colours, motifs or branding to survive the move from screen to physical sample.
- Work towards
- One identifiable colour reference and a versioned artwork approval.
A SUGGESTED STARTING POINT
Three decisions to clarify first.
Follow these in order if you are starting here. Otherwise, open only the question you need.
Colour & artwork
Choosing a physical colour reference
Choose a physical colour reference for the discussion.
Colour & artwork
Preparing print artwork for a pet textile
Supply the files, dimensions and placement requirements.
Colour & artwork
Locking the approved artwork version
Name the approved file and retire superseded versions.
THE COMPLETE TOPIC
Keep the approved design recognisable.
Colour & artwork
Choosing a physical colour reference
What should define an approved pet-product colour?
Colour & artwork
Reviewing a proposed colour sample
How should I record feedback on a fabric colour submission?
Colour & artwork
Comparing colours under consistent lighting
Why should colour approval record the viewing conditions?
Colour & artwork
Preparing print artwork for a pet textile
What should accompany a print file sent for sample development?
Colour & artwork
Planning clear space around a logo
How do I keep a logo separate from seams and decoration?
Colour & artwork
Scaling a motif across pet product sizes
Should the same artwork size be used on every pet garment?
Colour & artwork
Marking artwork placement on a garment
How should print placement be measured on pet clothing?
Colour & artwork
Preparing an embroidery development question
What should I provide when discussing an embroidered pet product design?
Colour & artwork
Briefing an all-over textile pattern
How do I specify an all-over pattern for pet apparel or beds?
Colour & artwork
Reviewing a printed fabric sample
What should I check on a print strike-off for a pet collection?
Colour & artwork
Naming colourways without ambiguity
How should I name colourways in a bulk pet product order?
Colour & artwork
Writing actionable artwork proof comments
How do I mark changes on a supplier artwork proof?
Colour & artwork
Controlling directional motifs
How do I keep directional patterns upright on pet products?
Colour & artwork
Using photographs in colour discussions
Can I approve a production colour from a product photograph?
Colour & artwork
Locking the approved artwork version
How do I prevent old label or print artwork entering a bulk order?