Custom Sleeves & Knee Sleeves in Moisture-Wicking Knit with DTF Film Printing for Sportswear Brands

Custom Sleeves & Knee Sleeves — Moisture-Wicking Knit with DTF Film Printing

We build sleeves & knee sleeves programmes from a tech pack or a physical reference sample. This Moisture-Wicking 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, dtf film printing 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: long lead times that miss the selling season, or packaging that arrives crushed and unsellable. Our response is to fix the specification first — fabric weight, shrinkage allowance, stitch density and tolerance — before a single bulk metre is cut.

Specification

What you can customise

• Ribbed Cuff and Hem — available on Moisture-Wicking Knit, quoted per position and per colour.
• Chenille Embroidery — available on Moisture-Wicking Knit, quoted per position and per colour.
• Sequin Work — available on Moisture-Wicking Knit, quoted per position and per colour.
• Tonal Embroidery — available on Moisture-Wicking Knit, quoted per position and per colour.
• Tie-Dye Wash — available on Moisture-Wicking Knit, quoted per position and per colour.
• Custom Drawcord — available on Moisture-Wicking Knit, quoted per position and per colour.
• Padding and Wadding — available on Moisture-Wicking Knit, quoted per position and per colour.

How we produce it

1. Tech pack review and fabric confirmation
2. Lab dips or print strike-off for approval
3. Pattern making, grading and a Moisture-Wicking Knit-spec prototype
4. Fit sample and wearer test, then a pre-production sample
5. Bulk cutting with dtf film printing applied under controlled settings
6. In-line inspection, final AQL 2.5 inspection and packing

Typical applications

• Theater and Performance — sleeves & knee sleeves uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
• Police and Fire Departments — sleeves & knee sleeves uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
• Food Processing — sleeves & knee sleeves uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
• Sports Teams and Clubs — sleeves & knee sleeves uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
• Boutique and Independent Labels — sleeves & knee sleeves 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 sleeves & knee sleeves 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.

What is the minimum order quantity?

Standard programmes start at 150 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.

Start your sleeves & knee sleeves programme

Book a 20-minute call with our merchandising team and get a written quotation within 48 hours.