The garment sample-making process turns a design into a physical product through several stages: Design and Specifications, pattern making, prototyping, fitting, and revisions. The key stages include Prototype, Fit, Size Set, and Pre-Production (PPS) samples. These stages ensure that the design is accurate, the fit is proper, and that quality standards are met before beginning bulk manufacturing.

Creating your desired product sample on SupplyJet is straightforward. Here’s an overview of the entire process:

Design & Specifications: The process begins with receiving sketches, material details, measurements, and finishing requirements from our buyers.

Pattern Making: A pattern is created based on your design and specifications, using either Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software or manual methods.

Sample House: Next, we move to our sample house, located adjacent to our factory. Here, we conduct the following steps: sample cutting, sewing, and assembly.

Finishing & Quality Check: Our quality control team plays a crucial role in this phase. The sample is ironed, threads are trimmed, and it is meticulously checked for measurements and construction quality.

Buyer Approval: The completed sample is sent to the buyer for their review, feedback, and approval.

Revisions & Resubmissions: If necessary, we update the pattern and sample based on the buyer’s feedback, creating a new sample for review.

 

Key Types of Garment Samples:

Proto Sample: The proto sample (prototype) is the very first physical sample produced in apparel manufacturing. It is created based on initial sketches or tech packs to evaluate design, silhouette, and construction feasibility. This preliminary sample is often made with substitute fabrics and trims, allowing designers to visualize and refine the garment’s concept before committing to full production.

Fit Sample: This sample focuses on perfecting the fit on a mannequin or model.

Size Set Sample: Some brands require the factory to submit a complete size run for a particular style. This is an effective way to check grading and ensure consistent fit across all sizes. It is helpful to have fit models of different sizes to accurately assess the Size Set Samples. Consistency is key, so it’s best to use the same fit model for each size.

Pre-Production Sample (PPS): Also known as the PP, the Pre-Production Sample is the final checkpoint before production begins. Usually made with the correct fabrics and trims, the PPS is used for fitting and checking to approve the style for bulk production.

Top of Production (TOP) Samples: Often referred to as TOP samples, these are pieces pulled directly from bulk production. Checking TOP samples ensures that bulk production is aligned with your approved PPS.

Note that creating samples in SupplyJet is typically free. In some cases, we may charge between $50 and $100, depending on the product.