Tech Packs & Specifications
You know what you want and you have your designs put together, now you need to get them translated so a manufacturer can understand what you need.
Our Tech Pack and Specification Services include:
- CAD Drawings / Tech Drawings
- Tech Packs
- Specification Sheets
- Updating your existing Tech Pack
Cad drawings... Tech Drawings.. What are those?
Tech Drawings, or sometimes called "CAD" Drawings are line art drawings of your garments that show all the details such as pockets, stitching, buttons and more.
We are happy to help you with these drawings if you need assistance, you can send us photos of the garments ( front, back, and any details) alongside any notes and we will translate them into working CAD Drawings for you to use. |
What is a Tech Pack anyway?
A tech pack is also known as a specification sheet. Tech packs contain detailed information about your garment design like the size measurements, care label instructions, art-work placement, fabric specifications, packing instructions etc. Factories use your tech pack to quote price and make samples.
A tech pack is the bible of your garment, it tells a story about each aspect of the garment and is imperative for the manufacturer to make your item. The more details, the better result. |
Ok. What about a Spec Sheet?
A Spec Sheet or "specification sheet" is apart of the Tech Pack, but can also be purchased separately. It includes your technical drawings, alongside measurement points. This can be good if you want to work with a Patternmaker first instead of going direct to a Manufacturer.
What information do I need to get the best results?
When you book in a Tech Pack with us, we give you guided instructions to help you get all the right details.
If you'd like to get a head start, then have a look at the below list. Don't worry if you get stuck we are happy to help you!
If you'd like to get a head start, then have a look at the below list. Don't worry if you get stuck we are happy to help you!
- What is the name of your brand?
- What is the designers name?
- What is the short description of the garment?
- What season does this garment belong to?
- What is the date this tech pack was created?
- What is the technical description of the main fabric?
- What is the style name?
- What is the style #?
- What is the size range?
- What is the sample size?
- Do you have an image for the sample fabric swatch that shows details like artwork, pattern or texture?
- Do you know the item name, item description, color, sku #, quantity and supplier name for every item in your bill of materials?
- Do you have pictures that show the details of each trim like, buttons, zippers, labels or patches?
- Do you have pictures that show the details of each accessory like hang-tags, poly-bags or carton boxes?
- Does your technical drawing call out all the special elements of your design like velcro strips, snaps, secret pockets or water proof seams?
- Does your construction diagram list the sewing operation, stitch type, stitch width, stitches per inch, seam orientation and seam allowance?
- Do you know the exact Pantone color code for every element of your design including fabric, lining, buttons, zippers and thread?
- Do you have the original artwork for any printing that needs to be done on the fabric, trims or accessories?
- Do you have all the correct wording for your main labels and care labels?
- Do you know the exact materials, dimensions and placements for all your main labels and care labels?
- What type of card-stock and print quality do you want for your hang-tags?
- Do you have the exact measurements for at least one size?
Tech Pack - 1 Garment
A$250.00
Our Tech Packs start with a one on one consultation to discuss the needs of your design, and how we can help you translate it into a working sketch a manufacturer can understand.
We send you guided instructions on what details we need you to explore and let us know what you like, then we will send you a Tech Pack. This package includes one set of changes.
Our Tech Packs include:
Fabric & Trim Details
Sewing & Seam Details
Label & Tags Details
Specification Page (ungraded)
Fitting Page
If you have multiple garments please email us info@melbournefashionlab.com.au and we will put together a quote for you.
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