Prototype to Garden: The Custom Development Process Behind Direct Import Pottery

Turning Your Vision Into Product

What if you could take a sketch on a napkin and turn it into a best-selling planter in your store? With the right partner, you can. At Habitudes, we specialize in custom pottery and product development for independent garden centers, helping you turn your ideas into retail-ready collections through a seamless, hands-on process.

From initial concept through final shipment, our team guides you every step of the way—combining design expertise, sourcing knowledge, and production management to deliver one-of-a-kind inventory that sells.

Step 1: Creative Discovery & Design Direction

We start by getting to know your business, customer base, and brand identity. Whether you want modern matte slipcast ceramics, rustic stoneware, polyfiber in custom hues, or architectural corten steel pieces, we build a design brief that reflects your goals.

Includes:

• Market and trend consultation

• Mood boards and shape references

• Color palette development

Step 2: Prototyping and Refinement

Our team works with artisan manufacturers to develop samples that reflect your vision. Slipcast molds, cement pours, and custom glaze applications are refined until everything is just right.

Includes:

• Sample reviews and virtual approvals

• Material adjustments for climate and durability

• Batch testing for color and structural integrity

Step 3: Production and Quality Control

Once the design is approved, full-scale production begins. Each piece is monitored for consistency and finish quality. Our suppliers in Vietnam are selected for their craftsmanship and ability to produce both small batches and larger scale runs.

Includes:

• Hands-on production management

• Finish and firing oversight (especially for glazed pottery)

• Batch documentation for repeat orders

Step 4: Packaging, Container Planning & Delivery

We help you optimize space, protect goods, and time delivery to align with your seasonal goals. Our container strategy ensures that your custom products arrive on time, intact, and margin-friendly.

Includes:

• Strategic pallet planning

• Labeling and load documentation

• Freight coordination and scheduling

From Vision to Value

Habitudes isn’t just a supplier—we’re a design and development partner. We turn inspiration into inventory, helping garden centers sell exclusive collections that drive differentiation and profitability.

Contact us to start developing your own line of custom direct import pottery today.