Fabric & Craftsmanship

What Is GSM in Fabric? A Guide for Custom Apparel

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GSM means grams per square metre: the mass of fabric over a defined area. It helps describe fabric weight, but it does not tell you everything about softness, warmth, durability or garment quality. For a custom clothing order, specify GSM together with fibre composition, fabric construction, finish and an approved physical sample.
Garment operators working at industrial sewing stations
30 Sep
Sourcing & Production Costs

What Is the MOQ for Custom Clothing? | STX Garment

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What is the MOQ for custom clothing? MOQ, or Minimum Order Quantity, is an important consideration when planning custom apparel production. This guide explains how clothing MOQ works and what can affect it, including fabric, GSM, colors, construction, customization, accessories, and packaging. You’ll also learn whether 100 pieces can be a practical starting quantity, how custom hoodie MOQ is determined, and why fabric requirements can influence production quantities. For new clothing brands, understanding MOQ can help reduce inventory risk and improve production planning. Explore how STX Garment supports custom streetwear, heavyweight hoodies, OEM, ODM, private-label apparel, sampling, and bulk production.
Garment development table with tech pack, fabric swatches, patches and samples
28 Sep
Tech Packs & Sampling

Clothing Manufacturing Lead Time: 2026 B2B Factory Guide

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Plan clothing manufacturing around material readiness, sample approval, bulk production, inspection and delivery. STX Garment’s usual planning ranges are 7–10 days for sampling and 30–45 days for bulk production, subject to project review. Confirm each stage’s start conditions and agreed dates; sourcing, revisions and transport may require additional time. Factory completion and warehouse arrival are separate milestones. Use a complete specification and written approvals to build the schedule for your order.
Garment sample room with pattern cutting table and sewing machines
27 Sep
Sourcing & Production Costs

MOQ for Custom T-Shirts: 2026 Guide for Clothing Brands

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Plan your custom T-shirt order with a clear understanding of minimum order quantities. This guide explains how fabric, colors, print methods, fit and supplier minimums affect MOQ, cost and sampling. STX Garment’s standard MOQ is 100 pieces per style and color; custom materials or finishes may require higher minimums. Review your specifications and approve a sample before bulk production.
Custom sweatshirt manufacturing and product development at STX Garment factory
22 Sep
Sourcing & Production Costs

How Much Does It Cost to Manufacture a Sweatshirt?

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Understanding sweatshirt manufacturing cost is essential for clothing brands, streetwear startups, and apparel buyers planning custom sweatshirt production. This guide explains how fabric, GSM, MOQ, construction, customization, washing, private labels, packaging, and shipping affect the final production cost. Learn what factors manufacturers consider when creating custom sweatshirt quotations and how to prepare your project for efficient development. STX Garment supports global brands with custom sweatshirt manufacturing, heavyweight streetwear apparel production, OEM, ODM, and private-label clothing solutions from concept development to bulk production.