Cardigan Customization Program for Surf and Swim Brands with Chain Stitch Embroidery
Cardigan Customization Program for Surf and Swim Brands
This programme covers the full path from a cardigan concept to repeatable bulk supply for surf and swim brands. The build starts from everyday-casual references — cardigan in ribbed cotton — then locks fabric weight, wash behaviour and fit tolerance so every reorder matches the approved sample.
Most cardigan buyers arrive with one of these problems: wholesale costs squeezed the retail margin, or wholesale costs squeezed the retail margin. The fix is a written spec before bulk: shrinkage allowance, stitch density, colour tolerance and a golden sample kept at the factory.
Specification
| Product | Cardigan |
|---|---|
| Base fabric | Ribbed Cotton |
| Decoration | Chain Stitch Embroidery |
| Fabric weight | 200-220 gsm |
| Fit options | High-rise / Mid-rise |
| Colour options | 8 wash-stable shades |
| MOQ | 300 pieces per style per colour |
| Sampling | 10 working days, 4 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 20-50 days after approval |
| Compliance | GOTS |
What you can customise
- Enzyme Wash — quoted per position and per colour on Ribbed Cotton.
- Custom Drawcord — quoted per position and per colour on Ribbed Cotton.
- Snow Wash — quoted per position and per colour on Ribbed Cotton.
- Quilting — quoted per position and per colour on Ribbed Cotton.
- Placement Printing — quoted per position and per colour on Ribbed Cotton.
- Pantone Color Matching — quoted per position and per colour on Ribbed Cotton.
- Foil Printing — quoted per position and per colour on Ribbed Cotton.
How we produce it
- Tech pack review, fabric confirmation and lab dip approval
- Pattern, grading and a Ribbed Cotton-spec prototype
- Fit sample and wearer test, then pre-production sign-off
- Bulk cutting with chain stitch embroidery applied under controlled settings
- In-line inspection, final AQL 2.5 check and packing
Quality control
Every bulk lot is compared against the approved sample for shade, hand feel, measurements and wash behaviour. Cardigan reorders stay comparable over time because the spec, the lab dip and the golden sample are all on file.
FAQ
How long does sampling take?
A first prototype is typically ready in 10 working days after the tech pack is confirmed, including fabric sourcing if the base cloth is not in our stock library. Revisions add about 4 days each.
Do you provide compliance documents?
We can arrange OEKO-TEX, GOTS, BSCI, WRAP and ISO documentation as well as third-party testing reports for GOTS, and we support REACH, CPSIA and Prop 65 declarations for the relevant markets.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Standard programmes start at 300 pieces per style and colour. We can split sizes across a size set, and for first orders we often accept a mixed-colour run to help you test the market.
What file formats do you need for artwork?
Vector files (AI, EPS, PDF) give the best print and embroidery results. For raster artwork please supply at least 300 dpi at the final print size. We digitise embroidery files in-house and return a sew-out photo for approval.
Start your cardigan programme
Send us your tech pack or even a rough sketch — we will come back with fabric options, a costed sample plan and a realistic production calendar.
