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            "content": "Dear sir\/madam,\n\nMy name is Ikram, founder of *Tales & Twirls*, a new premium accessories\nbrand based in the Netherlands.\n\nWe are currently looking for a reliable, long-term manufacturing partner in\nTurkey for our signature silk hair scarves. We are specifically interested\nin working with a manufacturer who can offer high-quality production, clear\ncommunication and flexibility for a growing brand.\n\nWe are currently reviewing several manufacturers and would love to learn\nmore about your capabilities.\nPRODUCT\n\nWe are looking to produce a premium square silk scarf designed specifically\nto be worn in the hair.\n\nOur current specifications are:\n\n   -\n\n   *Size:* approximately 88.5 \u00d7 88.5 cm\n   -\n\n   *Material:* 100% Mulberry silk\n   -\n\n   *Print:* one-sided print\n   -\n\n   *Silk:* premium quality with a beautiful, soft and luxurious feel\n   -\n\n   *Finishing:* clean, high-quality edges suitable for a premium\/luxury\n   product\n   -\n\n   *Use:* hair accessory \/ head scarf \/ bandana\n\nWe currently have our own designs, but we are also open to selecting\nsuitable prints from your existing collection if you have high-quality\ndesigns available.\nSPECIAL CONSTRUCTION\n\nOur scarf has a unique construction that allows it to stay securely in the\nhair without requiring traditional pins.\n\nIt includes:\n\n   -\n\n   an integrated anti-slip elastic element\n   -\n\n   a flexible wire construction integrated into the scarf\n   -\n\n   a specific finishing and construction method to make the scarf easy to\n   style and secure in the hair\n\nWe already have a physical sample of the finished product that we can\nprovide as a reference.\n\nWe are looking for a manufacturer who is able to *reproduce the\nconstruction accurately and consistently*, while maintaining a high-quality\nluxury finish.\n\nWe would be happy to share more technical information and the physical\nsample once we have established that the product is within your\nmanufacturing capabilities.\nLOOKING FOR A MANUFACTURING PARTNER WHO THINKS ALONG\n\nThis is particularly important to us.\n\nWe are *not simply looking for a manufacturer who follows instructions*. We\nare looking for a manufacturing partner who is willing to actively think\nalong with us and share their expertise.\n\nWe highly value a partner who can identify opportunities to improve:\n\n   -\n\n   Product quality and durability\n   -\n\n   Construction and finishing\n   -\n\n   Production efficiency\n   -\n\n   Material usage and sourcing\n   -\n\n   Production methods\n   -\n\n   Consistency and quality control\n   -\n\n   Packaging and handling\n   -\n\n   Overall production costs, without compromising quality\n\nIf you see a better, more efficient or more reliable way to manufacture the\nproduct, *we want you to tell us*.\n\nWe are open to suggestions and improvements and believe that the best end\nproduct comes from a strong collaboration between the brand and the\nmanufacturer.\n\nOur goal is to continuously improve the product and production process\ntogether as the brand develops.\nPRODUCTION\n\nWe are looking for a manufacturer with *flexible and reasonable MOQs*, as\nwe are a growing brand.\n\nPlease let us know your minimum order quantity and whether different\ndesigns\/prints can be combined within one production order.\nSAMPLE & DEVELOPMENT\n\nBefore placing a production order, we would like to develop and approve a\nsample.\n\nWe are particularly interested in a *development process where your\ntechnical expertise can be used to improve the product where possible*,\nrather than simply replicating the existing sample.\n\nPlease let us know:\n\n   -\n\n   Sample cost\n   -\n\n   Sample development time\n   -\n\n   Whether you can work from our existing physical sample\n   -\n\n   Whether you can provide material\/fabric samples before development\n   -\n\n   How many sample revisions are included\n   -\n\n   Production lead time after sample approval\n   -\n\n   Whether you provide recommendations during the sample\/development process\n\nQUALITY\n\nQuality is extremely important to us.\n\nWe are looking for:\n\n   -\n\n   Genuine *100% Mulberry silk*\n   -\n\n   Consistent silk quality and weight\n   -\n\n   Excellent print quality and colour accuracy\n   -\n\n   Neat and durable stitching\n   -\n\n   High-quality edge finishing\n   -\n\n   A premium overall appearance\n   -\n\n   Consistent quality across the entire production\n\nWe would also like to know whether you can provide documentation confirming\nthe composition and quality of the silk.\nPRIVATE LABEL & PACKAGING\n\nWe are interested in private-label production.\n\nPlease let us know whether you can provide:\n\n   -\n\n   Brand labels\n   -\n\n   Custom packaging\n   -\n\n   Custom silk bags \/ pouches\n   -\n\n   Individual product packaging\n   -\n\n   Folding according to our specifications\n   -\n\n   Final product inspection before shipment\n\nLOGISTICS\n\nWe are based in the Netherlands.\n\nPlease let us know:\n\n   -\n\n   Your standard shipping options to the Netherlands\n   -\n\n   Typical production lead times\n   -\n\n   Available Incoterms (EXW, FOB, DDP, etc.)\n   -\n\n   Whether you regularly export to the EU\n\nWHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR\n\nUltimately, we are looking for more than a supplier.\n\nWe are looking for a *reliable, communicative and proactive long-term\nmanufacturing partner* who takes pride in the products they produce and is\nwilling to grow alongside our brand.\n\nWe value:\n\n*Quality + Communication + Expertise + Proactive Thinking + Efficiency*\n\nClear communication, transparency, attention to detail and a willingness to\nimprove are just as important to us as the price.\n\nCould you please provide the following information:\n\n   1.\n\n   Do you manufacture *100% Mulberry silk scarves*?\n   2.\n\n   Can you produce a scarf according to the specifications above?\n   3.\n\n   Are you able to reproduce a custom construction based on our existing\n   sample?\n   4.\n\n   What is your MOQ?\n   5.\n\n   What would be your estimated price per piece at your MOQ?\n   6.\n\n   What is the sample cost and development time?\n   7.\n\n   What is the estimated production lead time?\n   8.\n\n   Can you provide existing silk prints\/designs for us to choose from?\n   9.\n\n   Can you provide custom packaging and private-label services?\n   10.\n\n   Do you have experience exporting to the Netherlands\/EU?\n   11.\n\n   Could you send us photos\/videos of similar silk scarf products you have\n   manufactured?\n   12.\n\n   *How do you normally work with brands during product development and\n   production to identify opportunities for improved quality and efficiency?*\n\nIf this project is within your capabilities, we would be happy to continue\nthe conversation and share our existing sample and additional product\ninformation.\n\nThank you, and I look forward to hearing from you.\n\nKind regards,\n\nIkram\nFounder & Creative Director",
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            "content": "Hello Ikram,\n\nThank you for reaching out and providing such detailed information about your brand, *Tales & Twirls*. Your project sounds exciting, and I appreciate your interest in finding a reliable manufacturing partner.\n\nTo better assist you and ensure we can meet your needs, I need to gather some specific details:\n\n1. **Tech Pack or Sample**: You mentioned having a physical sample. Could you confirm if you are able to ship this sample to our office in Portugal for our review?\n\n2. **Quantities**: What is the total quantity you are looking to produce, and how many styles or designs do you intend to create? Our minimum order quantity for accessories like scarves is 100 units per style\/color.\n\n3. **Target Price**: What is your target production price per style? This will help us understand your budget and align our capabilities accordingly.\n\n4. **Timeline**: What is your desired delivery date for the production order?\n\nRegarding your specific technical requirements and machinery, I cannot confirm this at my level. I have gathered your project details and will forward them to our technical team. They will analyze your requirements and confirm directly with you if our facilities have the exact capabilities to develop your product.\n\nOnce I have these details, I can better assess your project and guide you on the next steps. Thank you for considering us as your potential manufacturing partner.\n\nLooking forward to your response.\n\nBest regards,",
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            "content": "Dear Matilde,\n\nThank you very much for your kind and detailed reply. I really appreciate\nyour interest in Tales & Twirls and the fact that you are involving your\ntechnical team to assess the project.\n\nBefore arranging shipment of the physical sample to Portugal, I thought it\nmight be helpful to first give your team a clearer understanding of the\nproduct.\n\nI have a short video showing the finished product and the Smart Hold System\nin use, and I would be happy to share this with you.\n\nI would also like to share a section of the tech pack explaining the\ncomponents and materials required for the Smart Hold System. I believe\nthat, together with the video, this will give your technical team a good\ninitial understanding of the construction and what would be required from\nthe manufacturer.\n\nThe construction is relatively straightforward, but it does require the\nright components and the ability to integrate them correctly into the silk\nscarf. For me, the ideal manufacturing partner would therefore be a company\nthat combines strong expertise in silk and scarf production with the\ntechnical capabilities to develop and assemble the complete hair accessory.\n\nI would be very interested to hear your technical team's initial thoughts\nafter reviewing these materials. If they feel the product is feasible for\nyour facilities, I would then be happy to send the physical sample to\nPortugal for a more detailed assessment.\n\nRegarding the other information you requested:\n\n*Quantities*\nAt this stage, I am still determining the initial production quantity, as\nthis will depend on the final product specifications, pricing and MOQ.\n\nSince Tales & Twirls is a growing brand, I would like to start with an\nappropriate initial quantity and, as the product develops, increase the\nproduction volumes accordingly. I would therefore prefer to discuss the\nquantities in more detail once we have established the technical\nfeasibility and production requirements.\n\nI understand that your MOQ is 100 units per style\/color.\n\n*Target price*\nAt this stage, I would prefer to first understand what is technically\npossible and receive your quotation based on the actual product\nspecifications. I would therefore be grateful if you could share your best\npossible pricing once your team has assessed the construction.\n\n*Timeline*\nI am currently at the supplier and product development stage, so I do not\nyet have a fixed delivery date. My priority is finding the right\nmanufacturing partner and making sure that the complete product can be\nproduced to the quality standard I am looking for.\n\nI also have an Excel questionnaire with some additional questions about\nmaterials, production, construction, sampling, MOQ, pricing and quality.\nOnce your technical team has had the opportunity to review the product\ninformation, I would be happy to share this with you so that you can\ncomplete the relevant information directly in the overview.\n\nIf convenient, could you please share a *mobile\/WhatsApp number* where I\ncan send you the product videos? I believe seeing the finished product in\nuse will make the construction much clearer for your technical team.\n\nIf your schedule allows, may I also ask whether you would have time to\nprovide the requested information by *19 August*? This would be very\nhelpful for me, as I am currently reviewing the information from several\npotential manufacturing partners.\n\nThank you again for your time and for considering the project. I look\nforward to hearing your team's thoughts and hopefully exploring the\npossibility of working together.\n\nKind regards,\n\nIkram\nFounder & Creative Director\n\n\n\n\nOn Sat, Aug 8, 2026 at 11:31=E2=80=AFPM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Ikram,\n>\n> Thank you for reaching out and providing such detailed information about\n> your brand, *Tales & Twirls*. Your project sounds exciting, and I\n> appreciate your interest in finding a reliable manufacturing partner.\n>\n> To better assist you and ensure we can meet your needs, I need to gather\n> some specific details:\n>\n> 1. *Tech Pack or Sample*: You mentioned having a physical sample. Could\n> you confirm if you are able to ship this sample to our office in Portugal\n> for our review?\n>\n> 2. *Quantities*: What is the total quantity you are looking to produce,\n> and how many styles or designs do you intend to create? Our minimum order\n> quantity for accessories like scarves is 100 units per style\/color.\n>\n> 3. *Target Price*: What is your target production price per style? This\n> will help us understand your budget and align our capabilities accordingl=\ny.\n>\n> 4. *Timeline*: What is your desired delivery date for the production\n> order?\n>\n> Regarding your specific technical requirements and machinery, I cannot\n> confirm this at my level. I have gathered your project details and will\n> forward them to our technical team. They will analyze your requirements a=\nnd\n> confirm directly with you if our facilities have the exact capabilities t=\no\n> develop your product.\n>\n> Once I have these details, I can better assess your project and guide you\n> on the next steps. Thank you for considering us as your potential\n> manufacturing partner.\n>\n> Looking forward to your response.\n>\n> Best regards,\n>\n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> Matilde Azevedo\n> Commercial Assistant\n> tel: +351 915 085 106 \n> email: matilde@portugaltextile.com\n> address: Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila\n> do Conde\n> [image: Absolutarget]  [image: Portugal\n> Textile]  [image: Portugal Shoes]\n> \n> [image: Novo Projeto]\n>\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided attached files (Material_T_T_6a82393a8d334.pdf, Matilde_Azevedo_Supplier_Questionnaire_160826_6a82393bb3e63.xlsx). Treat these as the requested Tech Pack \/ files.$$",
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            "content": "Hello Ikram,\n\nThank you for providing the additional files and details about your project. I\u2019ve received your Tech Pack and questionnaire, and I will forward these to our technical team for their review.\n\nRegarding the shipment of the physical sample, once our team has assessed the initial materials and confirms the feasibility, we will provide you with the exact shipping instructions.\n\nAs for the mobile\/WhatsApp number, I apologize, but at this initial stage, we do not share direct contact numbers. Once our technical team reviews your project, they will contact you directly to arrange further communication.\n\nRegarding your timeline request for the 19th of August, I will ensure that your project is prioritized for review, and our team will get back to you as soon as possible.\n\nThank you for your patience and understanding. We look forward to potentially working together on this exciting project.\n\nBest regards,",
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            "content": "Hi, Thank you for your update. I\u2019ve just sent you some videos via WeTransfer showing the hair accessory\/scarves. You can download these and share them with the relevant colleagues on your technical team for review.\nI look forward to hearing from you.Kind regards, Ikram Tales & Twirls Verstuurd vanaf mijn iPhoneOp 17 aug 2026 om 00:27 heeft Matilde Azevedo <info@portugaltextile.com> het volgende geschreven:\ufeffHello Ikram,\n\nThank you for providing the additional files and details about your project. I\u2019ve received your Tech Pack and questionnaire, and I will forward these to our technical team for their review.\n\nRegarding the shipment of the physical sample, once our team has assessed the initial materials and confirms the feasibility, we will provide you with the exact shipping instructions.\n\nAs for the mobile\/WhatsApp number, I apologize, but at this initial stage, we do not share direct contact numbers. Once our technical team reviews your project, they will contact you directly to arrange further communication.\n\nRegarding your timeline request for the 19th of August, I will ensure that your project is prioritized for review, and our team will get back to you as soon as possible.\n\nThank you for your patience and understanding. We look forward to potentially working together on this exciting project.\n\nBest regards,\n    \n        Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n        Matilde Azevedo\n        Commercial Assistant\n        \n            tel: +351 915 085 106\n            email: matilde@portugaltextile.com\n            address: Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila do Conde",
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            "content": "Hello Ikram,\n\nThank you for sending the videos via WeTransfer. I will ensure they are shared with our technical team for their review alongside the other materials you provided.\n\nWe appreciate your cooperation and look forward to getting back to you with our team's insights and next steps.\n\nKind regards,\n\nMatilde",
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