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Uniqueness Promised Fashion Design
Industry: Sewing industry
Location: Kwazulu Natal Durban
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Total Required: R50000
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About Uniqueness Promised Fashion Design

What I am currently doing with my small business

BUSINESS PLAN Business Name: Uniqueness Promised Fashion Design Overview: Uniqueness Promised Fashion Design is a business that deals with designing different types of garments. The name of the business is named to make the clients feel different from others. The business has recently started operating and it is located at Ntuzuma area, a place in Durban. Mission: My mission is to see the business growing and performing best quality products for the clients all the time. I am inspired to design and create sewn pieces for clients seeking exclusive style and flawless finish. Seeking others interest in enhancing creativity, business insight and sewing skills for the advancement of the sewing industry as a whole. Vision: My vision as a sewing person is to own my own standard and highly profitable business that will engage in making a huge different for both male and female across KZN and surroundings areas. My vision is to create my own brand made up of my company’s name and logo, visual design, mission, and tone of voice. Creating identity for the business in the mind of my targeted audience and customers and most important brand identity determined by the quality products, customer service, and the price of products and services. Products/Services: African attires both males and females Blazers and Coat both genders Church Uniforms all churches Kiddie’s African attires Target Market: My target market comprises individuals who value uniqueness design and give a personal touch in their garments. The target market of Uniqueness Promised Fashion Design focuses on wedding planners, religion leaders, individuals and church members of different churches. Competitors: Local Tailoring: The competitors to the business is limited there are few fashion designers in the area. Trends in the Sewing Industry: Sustainability: Sewing is great and effective way to maintain sustainability. Starting from choosing sustainable fabric, fashioning existing clothing, repurposing existing fabric. Customization: Customizing clothing through the use of sewing and other arts create one of a kind personalized fashion. DIY Culture: I had learnt sewing skills to create my own unique garments for my potential clients. What Sets Uniqueness Promised Fashion Design Apart: Uniqueness Promised Fashion Design is a sewing business that makes profit by charging a fee for designing, making or altering clothing. Prices are determined by calculating the amount of time and the cost of materials required for each order. This business is different from other businesses with its quality services to customers and it deliveries garments on required time. Friendly communication and good customer relationship.

If I acquired funding this is how I would expand my small business

I would improve the existing market. Increase products. Manufacture quality products all the time. Hire talented and skilled interested individuals. Partner with other interested sewing individuals/businesses. Marketing and Sales: Social Media: The business products are advertised on WhatsApp status, Facebook page and Instagram. Customers can share their reviews or recommendations on social media, talking to friends and family about my products or services. Word of Mouth: Encourage satisfied customers to share a positive experience with their peers about my business service. Pricing Strategy: This is the pricing guide for the Uniqueness Promised Fashion Design Tops, Shirts & Blouses Approximate Cost Hem R 15 – R25 Slim R25 – R35 Shorten Sleeves (no cuff details) R12 – R20 Shorten Sleeves (with cuff details) R20 – R30 Adjust Shoulders (no sleeves) R15 – R25 Adjust Shoulder ( with sleeves) R45 – R 65 Slim Sleeves R15 – R25 Add Darts R10 – R20 Pants & Bottoms Hem R10 – R20 Linings (may increase prices) Slim Leg R20 – R45 Adjust Waist R25 – R45 Denim Hem R10 – R20 *slimming work best on Original Hem R15 – R25 Non-distressed denim Slim Leg R25 – R35 Adjust Waist R25 – R35 Jackets & Coats Shorten R30 –R90 Slim R40 – R60 Shorten Sleeves (from cuff) R25 – R40 Shorten Sleeves (from shoulder) R30 – R50 Slim Sleeves R25 – R45 Adjust Shoulders R75 – R150 Add Darts R30 – R40 Replace Lining R50 and up Dresses & Skirts Hem R 25 – R35 Hem with Pleats/Details R 35 – R45 Slim R25 – R45 Shorten Sleeves R15 – R25 Shorten Sleeves (Details Cuff) R25 –R35 Slim Sleeves R15 – 25 Adjust Shoulder (No Sleeves) R15 – R25 Adjust Shoulder (With Sleeves) R45 and up Other Add/Remove Zippers/Buttons R15 – R25 Move Zipper R50 and up Heavily Embellished Items R150 and up Hem Leather R30 – R40 Operational Plan: Designated Area: At the moment, the space that I been using for cutting and sewing is the dining room. Dining room is the only room that has open space at home. Storage: Tools are organized in different cupboards, fabrics and materials in shelves.

How will funding impact my small business

It can assist in lifting up my business and give business a lot of credibility. This can help you attract more customers and partners.Getting access to growth capital can assist in taking advantage opportunities that may not be available to smaller businesses.Funding can assist in covering costs like finding a location,hiring staff, or purchasing stock. Equipment Needed: Total Cost: R 43 895.00 Lockstitch Sewing Machine: R7 500.00 Serger (Overlock Machine): R 8 000.00 Industrial Buttonhole machine: R12 999.00 Embroidery Machine: R6105 Cutting Tools 22Psc Set: R797.00 Scissors, rotary cutter, cutting mat, and rulers for precise fabric cutting. Measuring Tools 22Psc Set: R700.00 Tape measure, tailor’s chalk, and marking tools for accurate measurements. Industrial Iron and Ironing Board: R4000.00 Essential for pressing seams and giving your creations a polished look. Threads and Notions: R1000.00 A variety of thread colors, buttons, zippers, elastic, and other notions for finishing touches. Pattern Making Supplies: R300.00 Custom-made clothing, pattern paper, rulers, and other pattern-making tools essential. Garments racks for hanging clothing: R450.00 A table for cutting fabric, drawing and designing: R650.00 Fabrics: R5000.00 Ryobi Generator Rg-950: R2 499.00 As a back system if there is load shedding Ordering Process: Customer places an order Fulfil customer measurement details Customer deposit payment process Garments sewn to finish Customer’s order is packed Order is delivered/collected Customer is checked if is satisfied Request customers review/resolve customer’s issue (if there’s any) Quality Control: I inspect the finished product for quality, fit, and accuracy. Make any necessary adjustments before notifying the customer. Delivery or Pickup: I always make arrangement for delivery or pickup options according to the customer’s preference, some prefer PepPaxi, Post Office, etc. Also the clients must provide preferable clear instructions on caring their product. Invoicing and Payment: The business offers convenient payment options, such as online payment or cash on delivery/pick up. Follow-Up and Customer Feedback: After delivery/pick-up, I communicate with my customers via phone calls or social media platform to follow up with the customer to ensure satisfaction and address any concerns. I also encourage customers to provide feedback and reviews about my work. Funding Requirements I self-funded to start up the business through saving the money. I am seeking for external funds to lift up my business to continue developing in the industry, I had applied for few funds through other organization that assist small business develop their businesses and haven’t got any respond as yet. Business Structure: I am a sole proprietorship, I chose to be a sole proprietorship because Uniqueness Promised Fashion Design is a first stepping stone in building my own business. I have complete control as the owner of the business. The structure of the business gives me as an owner a flexibility to experiment before committing myself to the regulations involved in operating a LLC or a corporation.

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