How To Make A T-Shirt From Design To Manufacturing Process

In this video I show you how to make a t-shirt from the design to manufacturing process. It starts with designing a shirt, pattern making, sewing, cutting and then goes into large production manufacturing. More from Bella Canvas: bit.ly/2OCKRHE
When starting a clothing line it's important to know the process, and this video is a great way to learn what it takes to create a t-shirt from scratch.
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0:00 Intro Into Making a T-shirt from Design to Manufacturing
Step 1: 0:51 T-Shirt Design
The first step to making a t-shirt involves the design sketch. Create a sketch that depicts the angles and details you'd like the final shirt to have. It doesn't have to be super fancy, as long as you can show what you need. Designing a shirt with the end goal in mind helps the pattern maker know what you are going for. Thanks you Torey Lewitz for joining us.
Step 2: 1:35 Pattern Making
Once the designs are completed, you will consult with a pattern maker to bring your clothing line to life. The pattern maker will take your designs and create “patterns” which are the pieces that will be cut and sewn together.
Step 3: 2:55 Sample Cutting
Once the patterns are completed, they are printing on a plotter that creates the outline for the sample cutter. The person in charge of cutting the sample will follow the guides to ensure the pieces are cut to the right specifications. Castle Notches allow the person in charge of sewing to close the product up right.
Step 4: 4:45 Sewing The T-Shirt
After the fabric is cut out, it is ready to be sewn. The cut pieces are now the shape of the patterns and multiple sewing machines are used to finish the design. The final outcome is hopefully what you envisioned. But more than likely it won’t be the final fit, so you will repeat the process until you are happy with the size, fit and shape of your apparel line.
Step 5: 6:36 Mass Production Cutting
As soon as the shirt or apparel design you created is approved, the patterns are finalized and sent into the production process. John Chacon Head Of Production walks us through his process.
Step 6: 8:30 Mass Production Sewing
Once the pieces are all cut out, they are sent to the sewing factory. The factory is given the cut fabric and the head of production is in charge of making sure everyone knows what their role is.
Step 7: 8:55 Order Fulfillment/ Clothing Line Distribution
The last step in this video is the order fulfillment and distribution of the finished clothing. As a clothing business you also have to think about how you will provide quicker shipping, handle returns and manage employees. Randy Pinter Head of Warehouse Distribution drops the knowledge on what it takes to run this facility.
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Yes they are. They are a bit more in price, but worth it for the quality. Thank you for commenting Barb :)

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You are very welcome.

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Hello ! My self Zarayb & I'm from sialkot . Sir i wants to tell you about our business , sir! We manufacture fashion jackets, casual wears & sports wear graments etc. Sir! We are giving 2 times Quality check service and High Quality Printing, Embroidery and Sublimation for your Custom made Wear. Sports wear, Fashion wear, Fitness, Apparell and more. Free sampling before order for customer satisfaction Over Fine Brand Quality and Fast Service. Promotional itemz Free for your Brand, For more detail and shocking price give us a response for further business relation . Thanks !

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Hi, What type of tag do they use on the neck? Are they a tear away tag? If so, do you know where can I buy them? Great video!! Thank you

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I'm looking for the make and model number of the vacuum-sealing industrial scale fabric cutter.

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