What is in the template
| Sheet | What you fill in | Why the factory needs it |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Cover | Brand, style name and number, drop, version, sizes, quantity, contact | Everyone refers to the same garment and version |
| 2. Flat sketches | Front and back drawings with numbered callouts | Shows what is intentional, like a dropped shoulder |
| 3. Size chart | Points of measure for each size, with tolerances | Finished garments are checked against it |
| 4. Bill of materials | Fabric, GSM, composition, rib, thread, labels, trims | Accurate quotes and the right materials in bulk |
| 5. Construction | Seam types, stitch types, hem widths, finishes | Stops quiet changes between sample and bulk |
| 6. Artwork | Print or embroidery method, file, size, placement, colours | Repeatable placement across sizes and reorders |
| 7. Labels and packing | Neck and care labels, hang tags, fold, polybag, cartons | Avoids last-minute dispatch delays |
| 8. Order sheet | Quantity per colour and size, delivery date and address | Lets the factory plan fabric and production |
How to fill it in
- Start with the cover. Give the style a number (for example TS-001) and call the first issue V1.
- Measure a garment you like for the size chart, laid flat, in centimetres. Grade the other sizes from it and add a tolerance for each point.
- Be specific in the bill of materials. Write "100% combed cotton single jersey, 240 GSM, bio-washed", not "cotton". Our fabric and GSM guide explains the terms.
- Measure placements. "Top of print 8 cm below front neck seam" instead of "print on chest".
- Attach artwork as separate files, not only as pictures inside the tech pack.
- Send it with your quantity and target date so the factory can quote properly, then review each sample against it and issue V2 with changes. See the sampling process.
New to tech packs? Read what a tech pack is and how to make one, then follow the page-by-page t-shirt example. Once you have a cost per piece, check your pricing with the clothing cost and price calculator.
Tech pack ready? Order only what you need.
Smallotz pools your order with other buyers making the same kind of product, so together you reach the factory MOQ and each brand orders only its own quantity.
Open Smallotz ↗Frequently asked questions
What should a tech pack include?
A cover page with style number and version, front and back flat sketches with callouts, a size chart with tolerances, a bill of materials, construction details, artwork and placement, labels and packing instructions, and an order sheet with quantities by colour and size.
Can I use this tech pack template in Google Sheets?
Yes. Download the Excel file, then in Google Drive choose New, File upload, and open it with Google Sheets. All sheets and formulas carry over.
Do I need a designer to make a tech pack?
Not for simple products like t-shirts and hoodies. Measure a garment you like for the size chart, draw simple flat sketches or trace a photo, and fill in each sheet. A designer helps for complex styles.
Is this template only for t-shirts?
No. The structure works for most garments. The example file is a t-shirt; for a hoodie add hood, cuff, waistband rib and pocket measurements, and for a shirt add collar, cuff and button details.
Can I send this tech pack to Voz Cruda for a quote?
Yes. Send your completed tech pack with your quantity and target date through the sourcing request form or to sales@vozcruda.com, and Voz Cruda will match it with a suitable manufacturer, or a pooled lot on Smallotz for small quantities.