Short answer: eight steps take you from range idea to shipment: range, manufacturer, brief, quote, artwork, sample, pack and freight. Each links to the page that covers it.
| Step | What to do | Go to |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Decide the range | Pick products from the range and decide who the buyer is. | How to build a matched home decor range |
| 2. Choose a manufacturer | Compare what each can do, and how they quote. | How to choose a private label manufacturer |
| 3. Write the brief | Fill the spec sheet and RFQ. | RFQ template |
| 4. Read the quote | Check price, minimum, sample plan and lead time. | How to compare manufacturer quotes |
| 5. Prepare artwork | Send files in the format the printer needs. | Artwork file checklist |
| 6. Approve a sample | Record the checks; the approved sample is the reference. | Sample approval record |
| 7. Plan the pack | Decide label, inserts and packing. | Packaging and inserts |
| 8. Plan freight | Shipping is EXW Noida; arrange freight. | EXW Noida explained |
Typical terms to plan around: paid samples take 1 to 2 weeks and bulk runs 3 to 4 weeks after sample approval and the 50% advance. Start with an enquiry.
Source: the published terms on the ArtzFolio Private Label pricing, how-it-works and questions pages. As of 2026-11-11. Terms are typical, not a guarantee, and are confirmed in your written quote.