CHRONOLOGICAL PROCESS OF MERCHANDISING

SEWING THREAD
The thread we choose for any sewing project should be similar in fiber content to that of our fabric. Cotton, polyester & cotton/poly threads are the most widely used.

Steps of Choosing the Appropriate Thread:
(i) Choose a color thread that matches the most dominant color in our fabric. If we are unable to find a perfect match, select a thread that is one or two shades darker. Stitches made with a lighter shade of thread will stand out.
(ii) Use cotton thread for light to medium-weight fabrics that have little or no stretch to them. Cotton thread will not "give," and the stitches may break if used on a stretchy knit fabric.

(iii) Use polyester thread for most hand and machine stitching. This thread is most suitable for synthetic fabrics or fabrics with a lot of stretch to them. The finish of this thread, however, can appear waxy or shiny.

(iv) Use a cotton-wrapped polyester thread for most sewing projects. This thread is usually labeled "all-purpose" and is the thread we will see most frequently in fabric stores. It is suitable for all types of fabrics and for both hand and machine sewing.

(v) Use fine cotton or silk thread on very thin or delicately woven fabrics such as those used for lingerie or sheer garments. Silk thread is more elastic than cotton, so option for silk if our garment fabric has any stretch to it at all.

(vi) Look for thread labeled "heavy duty" for projects that require extra strength and durability in stitches. For example, an upholstery project that uses very heavy or stiff fabric will require heavy-duty thread. Some apparel items made with a similar type of fabric will also require this thread.

(vii) Use metallic thread for both machine and hand embroidery. Make sure, however, that the thread we use for machine embroidery is labeled suitable for machine sewing.

(viii) Use quilting thread for our hand or machine quilting projects and for projects that are similarly layered. Most quilting thread is all-cotton and has a finish that allows the thread to slip more easily through the fabric and batting layers.
LABELS : Main, Size, Care, Content, price, patch etc.
BUTTON : Horn, Metal etc
ELASTIC : Cotton, Polyester etc.
EYELET : Antique Matching etc
VELCRO : Hook & Pile
STRING/CORD: Cotton, Polyester etc.
PLASTIC CLIP
TAGS : Price tag, Hand Tag
STICKER : Hook & Pile
TAGPIN
HANGER
POLYBAG
Strength: Chemical Mixture
Thickness (micron/mm: 1 mm = 1000 micron)
Elasticity, Transparent, LDPE (Low Density Poly Ethylene), PP (Poly Propylene)
BLISTER BAG :(.05 mm) : Loaded capacity is higher than poly bag
SCOTCH TAPE
GUMTAPE
CARTON: 3ply, 5ply, Size (L, W. H)