Custom Hat Straw — Rib Knit with Flat Embroidery
We build hat straw programmes from a tech pack or a physical reference sample. This Rib Knit 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, flat embroidery 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: color drift between lab dips and bulk fabric, or long lead times that miss the selling season. 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 Straw |
|---|---|
| Base fabric | Rib Knit |
| Decoration / finish | Flat Embroidery |
| Fabric weight | 340-400 gsm |
| Size range | Custom grading |
| Colour options | 8 Pantone-matched shades |
| MOQ | 100 pieces per style per colour |
| Sampling | 12 working days, 4 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 30-60 days after approval |
| Compliance | ISO 9001 |
What you can customise
- Hangtag and Packaging — available on Rib Knit, quoted per position and per colour.
- Reflective Printing — available on Rib Knit, quoted per position and per colour.
- Satin Printed Label — available on Rib Knit, quoted per position and per colour.
- Snow Wash — available on Rib Knit, quoted per position and per colour.
- Tonal Embroidery — available on Rib Knit, quoted per position and per colour.
- Laser Cutting — available on Rib Knit, quoted per position and per colour.
- Glow-in-the-Dark Printing — available on Rib Knit, 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 Rib Knit-spec prototype
- Fit sample and wearer test, then a pre-production sample
- Bulk cutting with flat embroidery applied under controlled settings
- In-line inspection, final AQL 2.5 inspection and packing
Typical applications
- Veterinary Clinics — hat straw uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Nonprofit Organizations — hat straw uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Fashion Brands and Labels — hat straw uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Religious and Community — hat straw uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Boutique and Independent Labels — hat straw 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 straw 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 12 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.
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.
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.
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.
Start your hat straw 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.
