Gloves

• Type Determination:
  
  • Leather/Fabric Gloves: Used for fashion, winter, or workwear.
  • Knitted Gloves: Casual wear or lightweight performance.
  • Specialty Gloves: Fire-resistant, cut-resistant, or touchscreen-compatible.
• Material Choices:
  
  • Leather (goat, cowhide), synthetic fabrics (polyester, spandex), or technical fibers (Kevlar, Dyneema).
• Sustainability: Recycled polyester, organic cotton.

2. Pattern Making & Cutting

• Pattern Creation: Digital or physical templates for hand shapes and sizes (S–XL).
• Cutting Methods:
  
  • Leather/Fabric: Die-cutting, laser cutting, or manual shears for precision.
  • Knitted Gloves: Yarn directly knitted into shape using circular knitting machines.

3. Assembly & Formation

• Sewn Gloves (Leather/Fabric):
  
  1. Stitch panels (palm, fingers, backhand) using industrial sewing machines.
  2. Attach linings (fleece, Thinsulate) for insulation.
  3. Reinforce stress points (fingertips, seams) with double stitching or overlays.
• Knitted Gloves:
  
  • Seamless knitting machines create one-piece gloves; add touchscreen-compatible fingertips with conductive yarn.

4. Finishing & Enhancements

• Surface Treatments:
  
  • Waterproof coatings (e.g., PU for winter gloves).
  • Grip patterns (silicone prints on palms).
• Branding: Embroidery, screen printing, or heat transfers for logos.
• Quality Checks: Inspect seams, elasticity, and fit.

5. Quality Control

• Durability Testing:
  
  • Leather/Fabric: Abrasion and water resistance tests.
  • Cut-Resistant: EN 388 certification for industrial gloves.
• Fit Testing: Ensure ergonomic design and sizing accuracy.

6. Packaging

• Pairing: Matched and folded for retail.
• Labeling: Add care instructions, safety certifications, and size tags.
• Eco-Friendly Options: Recyclable boxes, biodegradable polybags.