Learning how to design a tech pack isn’t difficult. The name might point towards something tough to create, but it is not that technical. All you need is a tech pack creation guide comprising the right amount of information.
This blog is a perfect instruction manual for you to learn everything from the definition to the construction of tech packs.
What is a Tech Pack in Fashion?
You need to understand what a tech pack is before learning how to create one. This is important because many people panic due to its technical name.
A tech pack is basically a blueprint of your fashion garment, containing every minute detail of the clothing product. For instance, a tech pack file carries accurate sizes, measurements, and dimensions of the apparel based on the creator’s specifications.
This file works as a bridge between a design idea and the manufacturing process. You can think of it as a blueprint for a garment.
Do I Need a Tech Pack?
Whether you create a tech pack yourself or hire a professional tech pack designer, it is essential in both scenarios. You certainly need a garment tech pack because you can’t approach a clothing company without having a blueprint of your garment.
The file is a complete set of information about your products. It helps your manufacturer understand your requirements. This is important because every product is unique in certain ways, especially when making custom products.
So instead of explaining your manufacturer verbally, giving them a proper set of instructions in the form of a tech pack will make the production process much easier and more efficient.
What Should a Teck Pack Contain?
A tech pack usually consists of computer-aided design (CAD), sketches, and all the important aspects of a clothing product. Here are the most important components a tech pack contains:
- Technical Sketches
- Size charts
- Colorway sheet
- Branding sheet
- Fabrics/materials
- Measurements
- Care instructions
- Artwork sheet
- Reference sheet
For instance, here is what a tech pack file looks like.
Steps to Create a Detailed Tech Pack
We are now explaining the essentials of a tech pack, which I have already mentioned in the above section. It is time for the implementation.
Technical Sketches
A tech pack is nothing without technical sketches. These sketches are generally 2D drawings to illustrate every bit of garment with the help of lines. It helps the producer understand your product requirements better. All it requires is a grid and lines to represent the details.
Size Chart
A size chart defines the sizes and measurements of different parts of clothing products. For example, if you are making a tech pack for a shirt, you will mention the size of the sleeves, neck, underarms, and all the aspects of the tee.
Colorway Sheet
A colorway sheet is a part of the tech pack where you want to display the colors of your garment. It is very important to use the pantone color code to make it easy for your manufacturer.
If you choose to mention a color name, for example, red, then the manufacturer might use a variation of red you don’t want.
Different applications, like Adobe Illustrator and many other fashion designing apps, are a good choice for you if you don’t know how to choose a pantone color code.
Branding Sheets
Branding sheets are dedicated to showcasing your labels and tags. This is where you can tell which label types i.e., hang tags, satin labels, tyvek labels, etc.—are going to be used.
Fabric Sheet
Don’t forget to mention the fabric you prefer for your clothing item. Firstly, there are so many materials that can confuse the manufacturer, so don’t only rely on the product type and assume that your manufacturer will choose the perfect material for you.
This caution is to stay certain. about the fabric since every material has different variations and weights too. So mention the fabric type, its grade, and weight in GSM (grams per square meter).
Also, there are different types of fabrics like polyester, cotton, spandex, nylon, viscose and many more. So ensure that you select the accurate one for your clothes.
Measurements Sheet
This is one of the most important parts of a tech pack since accurate measurements help in accurate cutting and sewing. So make sure you cover each and every inch of the product to mention accurate measurements.
Even the smallest details can make a huge difference if not conveyed properly. Hence, you need to highlight all the minor and major details of measurements.
Care Instructions
Mentioning care instructions is usually done by the manufacturer, but you can also do that by providing specific information to highlight the products’ durability. Care label instructions tell exactly what the end user should and should not do with the products.
For instance, the common care instructions are: hand wash only, machine washable, dry clean only, do not bleach, and many more.
Artwork Sheet
The artwork sheet is where you describe particular designs, prints, and customizations that are to be done on the product.
Reference Sheet
A reference sheet is where you provide your manufacturer with reference fabrics to use in your clothing product. Different products are made using various materials, so it is important to mention all the materials your product requires.
Additional Details to Add in Your Tech Pack
Other than the necessary steps, there are other informational points that you can add in your technical package to guide your manufacturer more about your requirements.
- Preferred season for the products.
- Gender.
- Quantity (the bulk number of your product).
- Sample quantity.
- Description (to describe your product and its use).
- COO (country of origin).
Tools or Apps to Use for Making Tech Pack
People use Microsoft Excel to make tech packs. However, you can use much better apps and tools to create informative, effective, and professional tech packs.
Conclusion
Creating a professional tech pack might feel tricky, but it only requires some knowledge and steps to create a perfect one. A tech pack includes all the essential details to make a clothing product.
For example, fabric, sizes, measurements, dimensions, colors, and all other necessary information about the products.
If you want a perfect tech peck for apparel production, Mega Apparel can make it for you. Here is our contact number: +1-805-468-8395 for you to give us a call.