Custom Hat Balaclava — 3-Layer Waterproof Fabric with Enzyme Wash
We build hat balaclava programmes from a tech pack or a physical reference sample. This 3-Layer Waterproof Fabric version is developed for brands that need a repeatable specification: the same cloth, the same hand feel and the same fit on every reorder. Fabric, trims, enzyme wash and packaging are all specifiable, so the garment stays consistent across seasons and across production runs.
Most buyers come to us after one of these problems: inconsistent sizing between production runs, or suppliers who disappear once the deposit is paid. Our response is to fix the specification first — fabric weight, shrinkage allowance, stitch density and tolerance — before a single bulk metre is cut.

Specification
| Product | Hat Balaclava |
|---|---|
| Base fabric | 3-Layer Waterproof Fabric |
| Decoration / finish | Enzyme Wash |
| Fabric weight | 140-160 gsm |
| Size range | 0-24M baby |
| Colour options | 8 Pantone-matched shades |
| MOQ | 100 pieces per style per colour |
| Sampling | 14 working days, 3 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 25-45 days after approval |
| Compliance | GOTS |
What you can customise
- Tie-Dye Wash — available on 3-Layer Waterproof Fabric, quoted per position and per colour.
- Chenille Embroidery — available on 3-Layer Waterproof Fabric, quoted per position and per colour.
- Flat Embroidery — available on 3-Layer Waterproof Fabric, quoted per position and per colour.
- Ultrasonic Welding — available on 3-Layer Waterproof Fabric, quoted per position and per colour.
- Care Label — available on 3-Layer Waterproof Fabric, quoted per position and per colour.
- Distressed Finish — available on 3-Layer Waterproof Fabric, quoted per position and per colour.
- Beading and Embroidery — available on 3-Layer Waterproof Fabric, quoted per position and per colour.

How we produce it
- Tech pack review and fabric confirmation
- Lab dips or print strike-off for approval
- Pattern making, grading and a 3-Layer Waterproof Fabric-spec prototype
- Fit sample and wearer test, then a pre-production sample
- Bulk cutting with enzyme wash applied under controlled settings
- In-line inspection, final AQL 2.5 inspection and packing
Typical applications
- Mining Operations — hat balaclava uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Corporate Offices — hat balaclava uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Running and Marathon Events — hat balaclava uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Warehousing and Logistics — hat balaclava uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Event Management — hat balaclava uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes

Quality control
Every bulk order is checked against the approved sample for shade, hand feel, measurements and workmanship. We record shrinkage, colour fastness and seam strength on the first bulk lot and hold the data as the reference for reorders, so hat balaclava batches stay comparable over time. Inspection photos and the measurement report are sent before the balance payment is due.
FAQ
How long does sampling take?
A first prototype is typically ready in 14 working days after the tech pack is confirmed, including fabric sourcing if the base cloth is not in our stock library. Revisions add about 3 days each.
Can you match a specific colour?
Yes. Send us a Pantone TCX reference or a physical swatch. We return lab dips for approval and hold bulk shade within the agreed tolerance band before cutting.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Standard programmes start at 100 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 hat balaclava programme
Book a 20-minute call with our merchandising team and get a written quotation within 48 hours.







