Custom Hat Bucket — Alpaca with Stone Wash
We build hat bucket programmes from a tech pack or a physical reference sample. This Alpaca 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, stone 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: suppliers who disappear once the deposit is paid, or inconsistent sizing between production runs. 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 Bucket |
|---|---|
| Base fabric | Alpaca |
| Decoration / finish | Stone Wash |
| Fabric weight | 220-260 gsm |
| Size range | 2-12Y kids |
| Colour options | 12 Pantone-matched shades |
| MOQ | 200 pieces per style per colour |
| Sampling | 14 working days, 4 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 18-35 days after approval |
| Compliance | OEKO-TEX Standard 100 |
What you can customise
- Chenille Embroidery — available on Alpaca, quoted per position and per colour.
- Laser Engraving — available on Alpaca, quoted per position and per colour.
- Acid Wash — available on Alpaca, quoted per position and per colour.
- Ultrasonic Welding — available on Alpaca, quoted per position and per colour.
- Puff Printing — available on Alpaca, quoted per position and per colour.
- Reflective Printing — available on Alpaca, quoted per position and per colour.
- Piece Dyeing — available on Alpaca, 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 Alpaca-spec prototype
- Fit sample and wearer test, then a pre-production sample
- Bulk cutting with stone wash applied under controlled settings
- In-line inspection, final AQL 2.5 inspection and packing
Typical applications
- Wedding and Bridal — hat bucket uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Scouts and Youth Clubs — hat bucket uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Police and Fire Departments — hat bucket uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Pet Care and Grooming — hat bucket uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Food Processing — hat bucket 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 bucket batches stay comparable over time. Inspection photos and the measurement report are sent before the balance payment is due.
FAQ
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 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.
How is shipping handled?
We quote EXW, FOB, CIF and DDP. Consolidated sea freight is the default for bulk programmes, with air or express options when a launch date is at risk.
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 4 days each.
Start your hat bucket 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.
