I embroidery a test sample to make sure it is a good design. Some times I send several choices as images in an email or I will print out samples. However, I find the average person has trouble visualizing color changes. They only see what is printed and can't imagine what a finished stitch out will look like. It's a no win situation, but it does help pin down what they had in mind. Kay

I would also stitch it out so I knew it was a good design, especially if I had not stitched it before.

Monica, I print out a color picture of the design if they don't choose something from my picture book of already stitched designs.;)
It's also good to have them sign off on that, if you know what I mean?

I don't have clients but I do have friends and fanily!!If I am doing something for one of them I usually first print it out on my software so we can see what it is going to look like and if there is any question I do stitch it out on muslin. It may take some time and thread but I sure don't want to ruin a set of towels,etc/. or worse yet have to pick ot all thsoe tiny stitches.

I always show them a test sample. I have them sign that they saw the test stitch and that they approved the colors, spelling of words or names, density, size etc.
It helps prevent them from changing their minds after. Once they approve the design, I take the required deposit.

I show them a test sample, and print a picture of the design.*

I created an order form where I write down the details such as design number, thread colors used, size. I do a test sample in the actual threads to be used too.

Hi Monica, I write it in my order/invoice book.
I open a file for each customer on my PC, I then save the design/name direct in there file. nce they have decided on what they want
I write the thread colours to be used also in my book.
I show them the design on my soft ware, if it is a design that was bought I do not test stitch.
Or if it is only a name - I just check it on my software before I stitch it onto the item.
If I digitise a design myself, I do a test stitch and then they must come and approve it before I stitch it onto what ever.

I also put a marking where the design must go.
On the item and in my book.

I then also give them a quote up front.
Hope this helps.

Hugs Yvonne