Our beginner's guide to tech packs explains what a tech pack is and why it matters. This page is the practical companion: a worked example you can follow line by line. The style, numbers and materials are an illustration for a typical oversized tee, not a standard. Use your own reference garment for your measurements.
Page 1: Cover
| Brand | Your brand name |
| Style name | Oversized Heavy Tee |
| Style number | TS-001 |
| Season or drop | Drop 01 |
| Version and date | V1, first issue |
| Sizes | S, M, L, XL |
| Contact | Name, phone and email of the person who approves samples |
Why it matters: the style number and version are how you and the factory refer to this exact garment. When a sample comes back, you will review it against "TS-001 V1" and issue "V2" with the changes, so nobody works from an old file.
Page 2: Flat sketches
Two simple line drawings, front and back, drawn as if the tee is lying flat. No model, no shading. Add arrows and short callouts for each detail:
- Dropped shoulder seam
- 2 cm 1x1 rib neck, with self-fabric back neck tape
- Single-needle topstitch at neck rib
- 2.5 cm twin-needle hem on body and sleeves
- Front print position (see page 6) and printed neck label position (see page 7)
Why it matters: callouts tell the sampling tailor what is intentional. Without "dropped shoulder" on the sketch, a factory used to regular fits may correct it for you.
Page 3: Size chart and tolerances
All measurements in centimetres, garment measured flat. The numbers below are an example for a boxy oversized fit.
| Point of measure | S | M | L | XL | Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Half chest, 2 cm below armhole | 56 | 58.5 | 61 | 63.5 | ± 1 |
| B. Body length, from high point of shoulder | 70 | 72 | 74 | 76 | ± 1 |
| C. Shoulder width, seam to seam | 54 | 56 | 58 | 60 | ± 1 |
| D. Sleeve length, from shoulder seam | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | ± 0.5 |
| E. Half sleeve opening | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | ± 0.5 |
| F. Armhole, straight | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | ± 0.5 |
| G. Neck width, seam to seam | 19 | 19.5 | 20 | 20.5 | ± 0.5 |
| H. Front neck drop | 9 | 9 | 9.5 | 9.5 | ± 0.5 |
| I. Neck rib width | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | ± 0.2 |
| J. Half hem width | 56 | 58.5 | 61 | 63.5 | ± 1 |
Add a small diagram with letters A to J so the factory's quality checker measures the same way you do.
Why it matters: this table is what the finished garments are checked against. "Fits a bit small" is an opinion. "Half chest 55 cm against 58.5 ± 1" is a defect.
Page 4: Bill of materials
| Item | Specification | Colour | Where used |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main fabric | 100% combed cotton single jersey, 240 GSM, bio-washed, pre-shrunk | Black, off-white | Body and sleeves |
| Rib | 1x1 cotton rib, matched to body colour | Match body | Neck |
| Back neck tape | Self fabric, 1 cm | Match body | Inside back neck |
| Sewing thread | Spun polyester | Match body | All seams |
| Care label | Printed satin, sewn into left side seam | White | Inside left side seam |
Why it matters: GSM, composition and finish change both the feel and the price. "Cotton tee" could be quoted at 160 GSM or 260 GSM. See our fabric and GSM guide if these terms are new.
Page 5: Construction
- Shoulder seams: 4-thread overlock with tape for stability.
- Side seams: 4-thread overlock, no side slits.
- Sleeve attach: 4-thread overlock.
- Neck: rib attached with overlock, single-needle topstitch on body side.
- Hems: body and sleeve hems 2.5 cm, twin-needle coverstitch.
- Stitch density: state your expectation, or ask the factory for its standard and record it here.
Why it matters: hem width and neck finish are some of the most visible signs of quality on a tee, and they are easy to change silently between sample and bulk if they are not written down.
Page 6: Artwork and placement
| Method | Screen print, water-based ink |
| Artwork file | TS-001_front_V1 (vector PDF, separate attachment) |
| Print size | 28 cm wide x 20 cm high on size M; same size on all sizes |
| Placement | Centred, top of artwork 8 cm below front neck seam |
| Colours | One colour, off-white on black body (give a Pantone reference or send a swatch) |
Show the artwork on the flat sketch with the 8 cm measurement drawn in. If you want the print to scale by size, say so and give the size for each one.
Why it matters: "print on chest" means something different to every printer. Measured placement makes it repeatable across sizes and reorders. If you are still choosing a method, compare screen printing, DTF and DTG.
Page 7: Labels and packing
- Neck label: printed inside back neck, brand logo and size, 6 cm wide, centred 2 cm below neck seam.
- Care label: fibre content, wash care symbols, country of origin, inside left side seam 8 cm above hem.
- Hang tag: attached at left sleeve hem with a tag pin or string, if you use one.
- Fold: folded with print facing out, size label visible.
- Polybag: one piece per polybag with size sticker; state your polybag type if you have a preference.
- Cartons: packed by size, with carton marking showing style number, colour, size and quantity.
Why it matters: labels and packing are often the last thing a new brand thinks about and the first thing that delays dispatch. Custom labels can have their own minimums and lead times, so order them early.
Page 8: Order sheet
| Colour | S | M | L | XL | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 15 | 25 | 25 | 15 | 80 |
| Off-white | 10 | 15 | 15 | 10 | 50 |
| Total | 25 | 40 | 40 | 25 | 130 |
Add your target delivery date and address. A size split weighted towards M and L is a common starting point for unisex oversized tees, but use your own sales data if you have it.
At 130 pieces, this order sits below many factories' minimums. That is where pooling helps: the base tee is shared with other buyers so the lot reaches the factory MOQ, and your tech pack only needs the parts that are yours.
What to change for your own style
- Regular fit tee: reduce half chest and shoulder, raise the shoulder seam to the natural shoulder, shorten body length slightly.
- Hoodie or sweatshirt: add hood height and width, cuff and waistband rib measurements, pocket position, drawcord and eyelet details. See our hoodie guide.
- Embroidery instead of print: give stitch count or ask the embroiderer for it, thread colours, and backing type.
- All-over or sleeve prints: add a placement drawing for each panel.
Want this example as a file? Download the free tech pack template, including this t-shirt example filled in as an Excel sheet.
Before you send it
- Check every page has the same style number and version.
- Check every measuring point has a value for every size and a tolerance.
- Attach artwork as separate files, not only as pictures inside the PDF.
- Send it with your quantity and target date so the factory can quote properly.
Then follow the sampling process: review the first sample against this tech pack point by point and issue V2 with changes. Share your tech pack with Voz Cruda and we will match it with a suitable manufacturer.
Frequently asked questions
Can I copy this tech pack example for my own t-shirt?
Yes, use it as a starting structure. Replace the measurements with ones taken from a reference garment you like, and change the fabric, artwork and labels to match your product. The example numbers are illustrative, not a standard size chart.
What measurements are needed for a t-shirt tech pack?
At minimum: half chest, body length from high point of shoulder, shoulder width, sleeve length, sleeve opening, armhole, neck width, front neck drop, rib width and hem width, each with a tolerance.
How do I specify print placement in a tech pack?
Give the artwork size in centimetres and measure its position from a fixed point on the garment, such as 8 cm below the front neck seam and centred. Add a drawing showing the placement on the flat sketch.
Should the size chart be in centimetres or inches?
Either works if you are consistent, but most Indian garment factories work in centimetres or accept both. State the unit at the top of the size chart.
Does the factory need my tech pack in a specific format?
No. A clear PDF is the safest choice because it keeps the layout fixed. Send the artwork as separate high-resolution or vector files alongside it.