Why a Scarf Tech Pack Saves You From a Wrong Order
A tech pack is the single document that turns a scarf idea in your head into something a factory can reproduce accurately. For private-label founders and Amazon-Etsy sellers, the cost of a vague brief is not just a delay — it is a whole rung of product that misses the mark. A good tech pack removes ambiguity: it tells the manufacturer exactly what fabric, size, print, hem, label and packing you expect, so the approved sample and the production lot match. This guide covers the eight fields every scarf tech pack needs and gives you a checklist you can reuse.
Key Takeaways
- A tech pack is your spec sheet: it turns a vague idea into a reproducible scarf the factory can approve.
- Eight fields are mandatory: fabric, dimensions, print method, artwork, hem, colour, label and packing.
- Dimensions in cm and inch prevent the most common error — a scarf that is the wrong size for the market.
- The hem and stitch note decides whether the edge looks hand-finished or cheap, so describe it precisely.
- A signed sample beats a long email: approve a physical prototype before any production rung.
what is a scarf tech pack and why does the factory need it?
**Direct answer: a scarf tech pack is a structured brief — usually one or two pages plus your artwork file — that lists every production spec so the manufacturer can quote, sample and produce without guessing, and it is needed because verbal descriptions rarely survive translation and shift changes.** When you say “soft silk square,” the factory hears a dozen possible constructions: silk twill at 14 momme, crepe de chine at 12 momme, a rolled hem or a machine hem. The tech pack pins each choice. At XY Fashion, both OEM (you supply the artwork and spec) and ODM (the team helps develop the design) start from this same document, and custom print programmes begin at 50 pcs per design while bespoke development starts at 500 pcs per design.
which eight fields must every scarf tech pack include?
**Direct answer: every scarf tech pack must include fabric, finished dimensions, print method, artwork file, hem and edge finish, colourways, labelling and packing — eight fields that together remove the ambiguity a factory cannot resolve on its own.** Below is the practical checklist. Fill each line before you request a quote; a blank field is a future defect.
| Field | What to write | Example |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Fabric | Exact fibre and weave | 100% mulberry silk twill, 14 momme |
| 2. Dimensions | cm and inch, tolerance | 90 × 90 cm (35.4 × 35.4 in) ± 1 cm |
| 3. Print method | Digital / screen / sublimation | Digital print, edge-to-edge |
| 4. Artwork | File format and placement | 300 dpi TIFF, centred, 5 mm bleed |
| 5. Hem | Edge finish and stitch | Hand-rolled 2 mm hem |
| 6. Colourways | Pantone or swatch ref | TPX 19-1664 (crimson) |
| 7. Label | Woven / care / hang tag | Woven label + care label, your artwork |
| 8. Packing | Single unit and carton | 1 pc in polybag, 50 pcs per carton |
how should you specify fabric and weight in the pack?
**Direct answer: name the exact fibre and construction — for example 100% mulberry silk twill at 14 momme, or viscose chiffon at a stated gsm — because “silk” or “light” alone lets the factory substitute a cheaper or heavier cloth you did not intend.** Weight is the quiet variable that changes how a scarf drapes and how it ships. Silk is measured in momme (mm); lighter twill around 12–14 momme feels airy, while 16–18 momme reads more substantial. Viscose, cotton and wool use grams per square metre (gsm). State the number, not the adjective, and your sample will match your intention.
what artwork details does the factory need to print true colour?
**Direct answer: the factory needs a high-resolution file (at least 300 dpi at print size), the exact colour references (Pantone TPX/TCX or a physical swatch), and the placement map, so the print lands where you expect and the colour stays consistent across re-orders.** Photographic artwork favours digital printing for smooth gradients; repeat patterns and spot-colour line art favour screen printing at higher rungs. Tell the supplier which method you assume, because the rung and the file type drive the right choice. Note also the bleed and any “do not crop” zones near the hem.
how do you handle the hem, label and packing notes?
**Direct answer: describe the hem in millimetres (e.g. a 2 mm hand-rolled edge versus a 3 mm machine-stitched edge), list each label type with your artwork, and state the per-unit and per-carton packing so fulfilment and branding are exact.** At XY Fashion, woven labels, care labels, hang tags, pouches and boxes are applied against your artwork from 10 pcs per design, so the tech pack should attach the label artwork and specify placement (e.g. woven label on the hem, care label at the corner). Packing notes prevent a carton that is too heavy or a polybag that wrinkles the cloth.
About the Supplier
XY Fashion — operated by YIWU MIYU APPAREL CO.,LTD, a scarf, hijab and fashion-accessory manufacturer based in Yiwu, Zhejiang, China, trading under the XY Fashion brand since 2008.
- Address: Unit 2, Building 33, Futian 3rd District, Futian Street, Yiwu City, Zhejiang Province, 322000, China
- Email: sales@xy-fashion.com / mike@xy-fashion.com
- Phone / WhatsApp: +86 153 8174 1977
- Capability: OEM and ODM custom digital and screen printing; ready stock from 1 pack (10 pcs) per style and colour; custom print programmes from 50 pcs per design; bespoke development from 500 pcs per design
- Branding: woven labels, care labels, hang tags, pouches and boxes applied against your artwork from 10 pcs per design
- Shipping: more than 60 countries, DAP / EXW / FOB / DDP, express 7–14 days to major destinations
If you want a brief that gets approved first time, send the eight-field tech pack above with a 300 dpi artwork and a 50-pcs custom print rung, and request a signed sample before production.
Frequently Asked Questions
what is a scarf tech pack?
A scarf tech pack is a one- or two-page spec plus your artwork file that lists fabric, size, print, hem, colour, label and packing so the factory can quote, sample and produce without guessing. It replaces vague verbal descriptions that rarely survive translation.
which eight fields go in the pack?
The eight mandatory fields are fabric, finished dimensions, print method, artwork file, hem and edge finish, colourways, labelling and packing. A blank field is a future defect, so fill every line before requesting a quote.
how do i specify fabric weight correctly?
Name the exact fibre and construction with a number: silk in momme (for example 14 momme twill) or viscose, cotton and wool in gsm. Stating the number prevents the factory substituting a heavier or cheaper cloth you did not intend.
what artwork does the printer need?
You need a file at least 300 dpi at print size, exact colour references such as Pantone TPX/TCX or a physical swatch, and a placement map showing bleed and no-crop zones. Photographic art suits digital printing; repeat patterns suit screen printing at higher rungs.
when should i approve a sample?
Approve a physical prototype in writing before any production rung. A signed sample is the reference point if the production lot drifts, and it protects both you and the manufacturer from a dispute over what was agreed.
Wholesale & bulk orders
XY Fashion is a scarf manufacturer supplying wholesalers, boutiques and brands worldwide. Explore our wholesale programs: