Effortless Adjustable Kids' Mannequin in Crochet with Chunky Chain Strap

Effortless Adjustable Kids' Mannequin in Crochet with Chunky Chain Strap

A National Retail Chain approached us to develop a effortless adjustable kids' mannequin around a single idea: chunky chain strap, executed in crochet. The capsule was destined for Germany and needed effortless finishing that reads designer on the rail while staying repeatable in bulk. This case study records the brief, the specification and the delivery.

The challenge

• Fabric hand feel changed between production runs
• Unit costs were too high for a boutique price point
• Delivery missed the collection launch window

What we specified

How it was built

1. Reference garments and moodboards were translated into a measurement spec, not just photos.
2. Crochet was confirmed with lab dips and a hand-feel approval before grading.
3. The adjustable kids' mannequin was prototyped on the fit model, then revised twice before pre-production.
4. Chunky Chain Strap was applied in a controlled process to keep every piece consistent.
5. Bulk ran with in-line inspection; a photo report was shared before shipment.

Result

• 400 pieces delivered inside the 10-week window.
• Unit cost held within 3.0% of the approved quotation.
• The a National Retail Chain launched on schedule and reordered the same specification next season.

What we would repeat

Lock the colour standard before grading; every downstream approval depends on it.

Planning a similar capsule?

Send us your tech pack or even a rough sketch — we will come back with fabric options, a costed sample plan and a realistic production calendar.