How is a collection developed at Maglificio Rita?
The first step consists in the detailed design of models, bearing in mind the materials and colours which will be used. Skilled operators design items and turn tem into sketches and making-up patters to start the production process.
The choice of yarns and colours is paramount, since it needs to take into account fit, fibres and machine fineness. Depending on the quality and type of yarn, different results can be achieved: consequently, the correct materials must be purchased from reliable suppliers.
The third step consists in knitting the fabric: the fabric comes out of the machine already shaped according to the model and is ready to be sewn. If the items are made of cashmere or cashmere and silk, they need to undergo fulling to clean them and provide them with the correct softness.
The item is ironed by hand or by means of a steam press and, finally, is labelled and packaged to be delivered to wholesalers or displayed on the shelves of the company store of Maglificio Rita.