Boutique sample making and garment

production studio in Oakland, California

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Apparel manufacturing and technical design for wherever you are on your design journey

  • Technical design, Fashion industry, Gerber, Optitex, Lectra, Tukatech, Download, Digital pattern, Pad software, Cad software, computer-aided design, Fashion designer, Pattern designer, Pattern maker, US factory, small batch, low moq, minimum order qu

    PROTOTYPES

    Also known as “samples” - prototypes are initial versions of clothing designs. These 3d representations allow designers to visualize and test their concepts before mass production.

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    PATTERN MAKING

    Patterns serve as guides for cutting and assembling fabric pieces to make garments. In the context of small brands, pattern making is a crucial step in the design and production process.

  • Technical design, Fashion industry, Gerber, Optitex, Lectra, Tukatech, Download, Digital pattern, Pad software, Cad software, computer-aided design, Fashion designer, Pattern designer, Pattern maker, US factory, small batch, low moq, minimum order qu

    MINI PRODUCTION

    Small batch production? -- try MINI! We offer manufacturing for 6-50 units. This allows designers to test before they invest and caters to niche markets.

JEAJA Studio - California-based pattern making and sample making studio

JEAJA Design Studio is owned and operated by Paula Pfotenhauer. Paula has been making patterns for over 50 years. Production sewing, sample making, product development, overseas quality control inspection and factory sourcing are all part of her long work history that has given her a master understanding of all aspects involved in the construction of a garment.

Our mission at JEAJA is to turn your ideas into expertly-made, high quality garments. We work with aspiring, emerging, and established designers.

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Whats mini production, you ask? We know the struggle of emerging designers getting inventory to test the market. Most factories have a MINIMUM of 500+ pieces per style — and they call that small order! WithJEAJA’s mini production, we work
This week in the studio we’re whipping up some of the JEAJA wrap tops for the Etsy shop! Check the reviews: comfy, flattering, easy to layer…this top is a perfect addition to any wardrobe. [Link in bio]
We are in love with this natural color palette. Designers, what colors are catching your eye as we head into fall? 🤎🤎🤎