Insights on Sewn Goods and Apparel Product Development
Articles written by the experts at MADE
How Much Does a Tech Pack Cost? 7 Factors That Impact Pricing
Learn the 7 key factors that affect pricing, from design complexity and pattern development to fit, materials, and production-ready documentation.
What Is a Tech Pack—and What It Needs to Be Ready for Production
Learn what a tech pack is, what makes it production-ready, and why incomplete specs lead to costly sampling and manufacturing issues.
What is the Difference Between a Tech Pack, a Spec Sheet and Pattern?
Tech packs, spec sheets, and patterns confuse even experienced product designers. Here’s a breakdown of each type and their importance in development and manufacture.
How to Use a Tech Pack Template
A tech pack is an essential step in bringing your sewn product to market. You may choose to create one yourself with templates or get a professional to create one for you, or something in between. Here’s what you need to know and how to choose the right option for you.
Why You Need a Tech Pack for Clothing Manufacture
Repeated sampling to get your sewn product idea just right before you commit to production can get expensive and postpone your launch. Having a professional and thorough tech pack will save you time and money in the long run, but if that doesn’t convince you, we give you ten more reasons.