The process begins with the main panels (front, back and sleeves) being knitted on Frames or V Bed Shima. The panels are joined together across the shoulders and the sleeves are ‘set in’ or body linked. The sides of the garment and the sleeve lengths are then joined together (a process called seaming) and all running ends are made secure on a bar tacking machine. Next the garments are scoured (washed) and milled to the required finish or handle. They are then tumble dried and placed on a metal frame and steamed to size (Paris Press) which also removes any creases. The garment is then moved to the cutter who skillfully hand cuts the garment to the required style. The collars are linked to the garment or in the case of a cardigan the strapping will be stitched on using the plain stitch machine. The stitcher will add any pockets or zips and cardigans will have button holes made and buttons attached. All styles will then move on to the hand sew department where the finishing touches are completed by hand. The garment is checked for faults and passed to the final exam department where it is Hoffman pressed for presentation, tickets and labels are attached and it is folded and bagged ready for the customer.