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    Handicrafts & Carpets                              Related Theory for Exercise 1.11.64-66
           Hand Embroidery Artisan - Quality Assessment

           Quality assurance for sozni

           Objectives: At the end of this lesson you shall be able to
           •  explain quality assurance in sozni embroidery
           •  check quality assurance.

           Quality assurance in sozni embroidery                Backside finish: The reverse of the embroidery should
                                                                also be tidy a hallmark of genuine sozni.
           Sozni is prized for its intricacy and craftsmanship, so
           quality assurance involves both aesthetic and technical   3  Authenticity checks
           checks:                                              Ensure the work is hand-done, not machine replicated
           1  Material quality check                            (look for minute imperfections that show human touch).
           Fabric: Must be pure pashmina, wool, or fine cotton/silk   •  Certification (like GI tags or artisan authentication)
           depending on product.                                      can help validate originality.
           Threads: Use of high-quality silk or cotton thread.  4  Durability testing
           Ensure dyeing is consistent and colorfast.              •  Light stress testing to check thread strength.
           2  Craftsmanship inspection                             •  Colorfastness tests (water and friction).

           Stitch consistency: Stitches should be uniform, dense,   •  Stitch strength after cleaning or ironing.
           and clean.                                           5  Cultural & design accuracy
           Design symmetry:  Patterns  must  be  well-aligned,     •  Designs often carry heritage value quality
           especially in mirrored or repetitive motifs.
                                                                      assurance also involves respecting traditional
           Neatness:  No  loose  threads,  puckering,  or  fabric     motifs and symbolism.
           distortion.
           Estimate of final product

           Objectives: At the end of this lesson you shall be able to
           •  explain the points to be considered for the general estimate of the final product
           •  evaluate artisans work.

           To give you a good estimate of final products in Sozni
           embroidery, you will need to know a few things first but
           break it down based on typical production scenarios.
           General Estimate of Sozni Final Products (Handmade)1 Artisan Working Full Time (8 hrs/day)

             Product type     Avg time to complete   Estimated output/month                 Notes
            Sozni Shawl (Full  3–4 months per shawl  0.25–0.33 shawls         Very fine work, often a team project
            Embroidery)
            Sozni     Shawl  1–1.5 months per shawl  ~1 shawl                 Less dense work, still high-end
            (Border Only)
            Stoles / Scarves  15–25 days per piece   1–2 scarves              Depends on embroidery density
            Sozni   Cushion 10–15 days per set       2–3 sets                 Popular for smaller exports
            Covers (Set of 2)
            Kurta Pieces  /  7–10 days per piece     3–4 pieces               Less surface area = faster turn around
            Panels

           These are handmade estimates and can vary based on:  For a Small production unit (5–10 artisans)
           •   Skill level of the artisan                       Monthly output
           •   Design complexity (dense vs. fine motifs)        •   3–5 Border Sozni Shawls
           •   Weather (impacting thread tension, fabric handling)  •   10–15 Smaller Items (stoles, cushion covers, kurtas)

           •   Workspace setup (home-based vs. organized unit)  •   Full-work shawls may still take a few artisans several
                                                                   months.

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