Do you have a thought-out design concept and some initial research under your belt? Are you ready to take the next step to take your design idea to a factory? What you'll need is a clear and detailed tech pack to communicate all the needed information to your factory.
A high-quality tech pack will help you:
clarify your design idea and plan out the details so you're intentional and not caught off guard
communicate effectively to your factory and patternmaker, minimizing questions and confusion, helping you save time
specify every requirement so your factory can meet your expectations and receive production approval sooner
keep track of revisions so you have an accurate history of changes
maintain consistent quality standards over the lifetime of the product
stay organized so you always know where to find communication about your product and don't waste time searching through emails
be prepared in case you need to move your product to a new factory in the future or want to expand to additional factories
Are you wondering how to get all the technical details right or do you need help organizing the information in a way your factory understands? Or maybe you're experienced in this but you need support, so you can accomplish more with your time.
Are you looking for someone with experience that you can trust?
I have 4 years of industry experience building tech packs for men's and women's apparel and seeing the product through the entire development process to first production, including all the communication with factories to make sure the product is made right. The technical design details are my passion, and clear communication is my priority. I am always excited to collaborate with my clients and help them achieve their goals.
What's Included
A typical tech pack includes:
Coversheet
Construction Details
Measurement Spec
POM Diagrams
Bill of Materials
Folding/Packaging
Sample Evaluation Page
Additional pages can be included. Examples include artwork/print pages, label detail pages, etc.
All components of my tech packs can be customized to fit your needs.
Tech Pack Work Sample
Process
I build tech packs in Excel and draw technical flats in Adobe Illustrator. Source files will be delivered to you so you can edit the tech pack yourself in the future. I am happy to work according to existing documentation you may have, such as your measurement manual, your tech pack template, etc. Otherwise, I will make recommendations based on my experience.
Contact me to schedule a free initial call to discuss your brand and project needs and discover whether we are a good fit to work together.
FAQ
What do I need to get started?
Before we can begin, you will need a clear design idea, a rough sketch or reference photos, and a basic size chart. You will need to provide a reference garment in a similar fabric that reflects your target core size fit and silhouette.
How much does a tech pack cost?
Exact flat-rate pricing will be determined before the project starts and will be based on your specific needs and product complexity.