ALL INFORMATION THAT CAN HELP FOR A NEW BRAND OWNER
In this blog post you will find instructions that will help you create your hoodie. We will give you questions that will test how badly you want it and why.
How to design a whole hoodie?
To design a hoodie you need to have basic knowledge of what you actually want to create.
It can be a typical hoodie that has only your brand name on it, or maybe you want to build something that feels like pure personal expression.
That second option is harder because you basically need to learn clothing design from scratch and be ready for manufacturers to refuse your idea, or give you a really high price for a sample.
In this blog post, we stay focused on the first method: how to create your first brand hoodie in a simple but effective way.
Open your software or grab a piece of paper.
Start thinking about what you want to keep, what you want to remove, and what you want to redesign from a typical hoodie, which normally has:
large kangaroo pocket or muff on the lower front
hood
logo
typical sleeve cuffs
and a few other standard elements
If you want to create a typical hoodie without adding anything or changing anything, then your hoodie will look like 97% of other products. The competition becomes a lot higher.
That’s why we recommend making at least small changes to give your product more uniqueness.
Change the hood size.
Make it more sharp or spiky.
Make the pockets bigger or move them somewhere else.
Adjust the stitching or structure.
Small changes create a unique aura around your product.
Small things can add real value and can also increase the chances of success for your product.
Think about it like Elon Musk.
He didn’t want to create a car that was the same as every other car.
Why would anyone buy it?
So he created electric cars that were different, unique, and interesting for people.
Some were so curious they tried it, bought it, and maybe loved it.
Your role now is the same.
Create something.
Focus. Build it.
If you want to change typical measurements, change them.
Start drawing how your first product should look.
If you’re doing it on your computer, open Canva, place a hoodie silhouette, redraw it, delete things, change details.
Draw the back and front to make the perspective clean for yourself and for your manufacturer in the future.
Your mockup should have:
the full front of the hoodie
the back
zoom-ins on specific elements
clear labels
any additional or hidden features (example: if there’s a small hidden pocket inside the main pocket, draw it and name it “additional small pocket for …”)
How to choose measurements for your hoodie?
If you’re at the measurement stage, you’re probably building your tech pack.
At this moment, write every single detail.
Not just the main ones.
Describe GSM, measurements, what to do, why, where, and how.
To choose measurements, we recommend measuring your favorite hoodie or sweatshirt and thinking about how, in your opinion, the product should feel to make you more confident, more comfortable, or give another feeling you want.
Write everything down.
Take measurements from your favorite product, rewrite them, modify them, and you’ll get your final version.
To help you get closer to typical numbers, here is a reference for oversized hoodie measurements:
Size
A
B
C
XS
59 cm
63 cm
57.5 cm
S
61.5 cm
68 cm
61.5 cm
M
64 cm
72 cm
63 cm
L
67 cm
74 cm
64.5 cm
XL
70 cm
76 cm
66 cm
XXL
73 cm
78 cm
67.5 cm
These are typical oversized numbers, but u don't need to have them.
This is only to help you be sure around which measures are typical hoodies, but other producers can have other measures a little different, all depending on the purpose of the hoodie and of what u want to show by creating it.
If you want to create something with space, then for sure the base of the oversized hoodie will be awesome.
So it all depends on what you want to picture.
Ask yourself what you want to picture by creating this product, someone in an oversized hoodie with ur logo and maybe little changed one of the sleeves, or maybe someone in the gym with an oversized hoodie too but with more brief.
Depending on the point, there are other useful things which you can add or change.
Like we said, taking your current favorite clothes from your closet can be a great idea because you wear that clothes or somehow like them.
Find a reason why you like them and mix it, ofc course with common sense.
So in summary your hoodie should show what you want to picture.
Ur hoodie should have that what u want to give here.
And measures are your decision.
U can create the biggest hoodie in the world, but is that a good idea when it is your first and u don't know the measures or how to design it?
Then how will know she is the biggest for real?
If you want to open a brand only to get money then don't try it.
Having a brand is really advanced thing in which u need to know few things, and one of them is “If u don’t like ur own product, if u don't like creating another product, u don't know how to do that and u don't want to learn it or u have other thing in focus, than don't do it and create that what u have on focus if that is marketing offer marketing services or products but not hoodies.
Your business should be about what you know from books and practice. If u don't like it in clothes then find another niche, other product for ur first.”
Measures are important to show your brand as unique and useful, so focus on it.
If you like designing clothes, take notes, write the whole specification.
On another site draw 2 versions of front, on another back part of the same hoodie.
Try this design and this, check this measures and this.
And remember, ask if u dont know.
If you are not sure about it, go to the society where other people can help you with that.
They probably had their first sample in hand by making them on their own or in the process of manufacturing.
If you are making big changes the best way is doing the sample on your own, so take time and do it.
Just focus on it as the main priority and calculate what clients can like, what they can hate, what can be useful for them, what doesn’t make sense at all for you and maybe for your client too.
In this way you create a good product by making a few prototypes.
U learn the whole process of producing ur product and after that u will be able to go forward and manufacture it and sell it.
If u want to know how on learning stage and production stage build ur community read this blog post:
How to choose printing for your hoodie?
To choose printing for your hoodie, first visualize how it should look or write it down on paper. There are many types of printing out there: screen printing, puff printing, DTF, DTG, reactive printing, and more.
Most samples start with just screen printing.
After seeing the first version, you’ll notice what works, what doesn’t, and where each style should go.
Choosing carefully which method to use and where is the best way to avoid problems, especially if you haven’t made a sample yourself yet.
At this stage, you might not know what will actually look good or how it will feel on the hoodie, so start simple, test, and adjust.
Ordering a version made only with standard screen printing is usually the best idea.
You get to see exactly what you placed where at a smaller cost.
This method is preferred because sample prices can get expensive.
If you try to apply a specific type of printing to every graphic from the start, the first sample alone will cost much more.
Limiting it to screen printing first and slowly deciding which graphics need a special method is smarter.
Your hoodie might need 3, 10, 20, or even more samples to get it right.
Paying full price for every sample from the start is way less efficient than starting small and adding cost gradually.
Once you have your first sample, you can see what effects you want to include, like 3D effects or embroidery, even if you don’t know the proper names yet:
Screen Printing
Direct-to-Garment Printing (DTG)
Dye Sublimation Printing
Heat Transfer Printing (general category)
Direct-to-Film Printing (DTF)
Heat Transfer Vinyl Printing (HTV)
Plastisol Transfers
Block Printing
Roller Printing (Cylinder or Machine Printing)
Discharge Printing
Resist Printing
Pigment Printing
Flock Printing
Batik Printing
Tie Dyeing
Airbrushing
Embroidery (decorative stitching, often listed with printing)
Digital Textile Printing (broader category including DTG)
Some of these names might sound obvious, others might feel totally alien.
That’s why we’re going to give clear definitions for each one next.
Screen Printing
A traditional printing process in which ink is forced through a mesh screen stencil onto fabric. Each color is applied separately, making it durable and cost-effective for large runs and widely used for apparel.
Direct-to-Garment Printing (DTG)
A digital printing method where specialized inkjet printers apply water-based inks directly onto garments.
DTG is ideal for detailed, full-color designs and small production runs.
Dye Sublimation Printing
A heat-based process in which sublimation dyes transition from solid to gas and bond chemically with polyester fibers or polymer-coated surfaces.
The result is a permanent, non-textured print that does not crack or peel.
Heat Transfer Printing (General Category)
A broad category of methods where designs are printed or cut onto a transfer medium and then applied to fabric using heat and pressure.
This includes vinyl, plastisol, and digital transfers.
Direct-to-Film Printing (DTF)
A digital transfer process where designs are printed onto a special film, coated with adhesive powder, and heat-pressed onto fabric.
DTF works on a wide range of materials and colors and offers strong durability.
Heat Transfer Vinyl Printing (HTV)
A method in which colored or printable vinyl is cut into shapes and heat-pressed onto fabric.
HTV is commonly used for lettering, logos, and simple graphics.
Plastisol Transfers
A screen-printed transfer technique using plastisol ink printed onto transfer paper and later heat-pressed onto garments.
It combines the look of screen printing with the flexibility of on-demand application.
Block Printing
A manual printing technique where carved wooden or linoleum blocks are inked and pressed onto fabric.
It is one of the oldest textile printing methods and is often used in artisanal and traditional applications.
Roller Printing (Cylinder Printing/Machine Printing)
An industrial textile printing process where engraved metal rollers continuously apply dye to fabric.
It is suitable for high-volume production and repeating patterns.
Discharge Printing
A chemical printing method that removes dye from pre-dyed fabric to create designs, often replacing the removed dye with a new color. It produces soft prints with no ink buildup.
Resist Printing
A technique where parts of the fabric are treated with a resist substance to prevent dye absorption, creating patterns after dyeing.
Batik and tie-dye are forms of resist printing.
Pigment Printing
A process using pigment-based inks that sit on the fabric surface rather than bonding chemically with fibers. It’s versatile, cost-efficient, and widely used in commercial textile printing.
Flock Printing
A decorative method where adhesive is applied to fabric and short fibers (flock) are electrostatically deposited, creating a raised, velvet-like texture.
Batik Printing
A traditional resist-dye technique where wax is applied to fabric to block dye penetration. Multiple dyeing and waxing stages create complex, layered patterns.
Tie Dyeing
A resist-dyeing method where fabric is tied, folded, or bound before dyeing to create irregular, multicolored patterns. Each piece is unique.
Airbrushing
A technique where liquid dye or paint is sprayed onto fabric using an airbrush. It allows gradients, shading, and freehand designs.
Embroidery
A decorative method using thread to stitch designs onto fabric, either by hand or machine.
While not technically printing, it is grouped with textile decoration techniques.
Digital Textile Printing
A broad category including digital inkjet-based methods applied directly to textiles.
This covers DTG and direct-to-fabric techniques, enabling high-detail designs and short-run production.
Look describe:
Screen Printing
It looks bold and solid, with thick, opaque colors.
The ink usually sits on top of the fabric and can feel slightly raised or rubbery to the touch.
Direct-to-Garment Printing (DTG)
Appears flat and soft, with the ink absorbed into the fabric.
Details and color gradients look smooth, similar to a high-quality photograph printed on cloth.
Dye Sublimation Printing
Has no texture at all; the design becomes part of the fabric.
The surface feels exactly like the garment itself, with vibrant but smooth coloration.
Heat Transfer Printing (General)
It looks like a thin layer applied on top of the fabric.
The edges of the design are clearly visible, and the surface may appear slightly glossy or plastic-like.
Direct-to-Film Printing (DTF)
Appears bright, opaque, and clearly separated from the fabric.
The print sits on top of the garment and has a slightly flexible, rubber-like feel.
Heat Transfer Vinyl Printing (HTV)
It looks smooth, uniform, and solid.
The design often has a matte or glossy finish and feels like a flexible sheet bonded to the fabric.
Plastisol Transfers
Visually similar to screen printing, with thick, vivid colors and a noticeable ink layer.
The print has a durable, slightly raised appearance.
Block Printing
Shows visible texture and irregularities. Lines may be uneven, and ink coverage can vary, giving a handcrafted, artisanal look.
Roller (Cylinder) Printing
Appears very consistent and precise across the fabric.
Patterns repeat evenly with smooth color application and a machine-finished look.
Discharge Printing
It looks soft and matte, with no ink buildup.
The printed areas feel almost identical to the surrounding fabric.
Resist Printing
Creates areas where dye is absent, resulting in high-contrast patterns.
Edges are often organic and slightly irregular.
Pigment Printing
Appears slightly muted or chalky on the surface of the fabric.
Over time, it may develop a faded or worn-in appearance.
Flock Printing
It looks raised and has a fuzzy, velvet-like surface.
The design is highly tactile and stands out clearly from the fabric.
Batik Printing
Shows layered colors with natural crackle lines.
The patterns look organic and hand-dyed, with visible variation in color.
Tie-Dyeing
Appears random and expressive, with swirling or folded color patterns.
Each piece is visually unique.
Airbrushing
It looks soft and blended, with smooth color transitions and no hard edges.
Designs often resemble spray-painted artwork.
Embroidery
Appears raised and dimensional, made from stitched thread.
The texture is prominent and gives a structured, premium look.
Digital Textile Printing
Looks highly detailed and precise, with accurate color reproduction.
The surface can appear either fully flat or lightly coated, depending on the ink system.
Now you know all the types and how they look, especially since you did research, and now we can go to choosing a place for a specific type.
It all depends on you.
That you see embroidery on the back of the hoodie when others see it on the front doesn’t mean something bad for sure; it all depends on whether you finally try it and check it and don't be afraid. They said, True, that back looks awful.
Then do like they said, maybe on the back something else or maybe something different. Designing clothes and choosing printing is a way of art too, for sure.
You express your own self in that way. So just know that is a process that takes a little of your time, thoughts, and money.
You need to know that something with a good look doesn't make up the whole marketing, either.
Even if your product is honestly 10/10 and you only show it to your local community without posting on socials, your results will look average, and you might get stuck at that stage forever.
Take some time to read and watch a bit about marketing and audience feedback.
When your local community says it’s 10/10, it might feel real—but maybe it’s only 10/10 for them. Your friend from California could say, “That shit looks awful.”
That’s why showing your product on social media to people in your niche-those who actually care about clothes-is important.
Collect constructive feedback to improve. Don’t stress too much about hate, but also know that when constructive opinions are direct or personal, they can still have valuable technical info.
By technical, we mean problem → suggestion → solution, or insight into why something works or doesn’t.
Over time, you’ll learn to tell the difference between hate and useful feedback.
Your local 10/10 might only be a 7 or 5 in another community, and that’s fine-that’s how you level up.
Then you will be able to upgrade it or not; you will learn, so don't be afraid of it at all, and take as much information as possible.
But end that additional thing and return to the subject about that place:
Choosing a place for your logo or graphic on a hoodie is really important.
A good way of doing it is to listen to your own thoughts, check them, and also consider the opinions that your mind creates.
The second step is similar, but adds a marketing perspective too, like what is trendy in your niche right now, what are the overall clothes pain points, and what can make your product more unique on the stage.
If you see all embroidery on the back as a trend, but you notice a better way to show your product with embroidery on the front, then go for it.
There will be space in the market for hoodies with embroidery on the front because most designers will follow the trend.
You can also follow the trend but put your own spin on it, adding your brand vibe and adapting the product in your way.
This will make your product more visible and probably more appealing to clients. SEO will boost it too, helping the algorithm show your product as attractive.
All of this is just an example.
What we want to say is keep trying until you succeed, but understand why you succeeded and consider marketing and other people’s perspectives about your products.
Every piece of information, even the negative, is meant to help you create the perfect product for your clients.
(If you need more information, write a comment or contact us via email or chat.)
Here are some basic combos suggested by AI. We don’t use them directly
(not saying they are bad), but we prefer focusing on building the product rather than relying on ready-made templates.
You can try these, adjust them, or adapt them to fit your brand and audience:
Best Overall (Premium Retail Quality)
Hoodie Material
Cotton or Cotton-Poly Fleece
80–100% cotton face (ring-spun preferred)
GSM: 320–380
Best Print Methods
Screen Printing (Plastisol or Water-Based)
Direct-to-Film (DTF) for multicolor designs
Why This Works
Dense fabric prevents ink bleed
Smooth cotton face ensures sharp detail
Holds structure for heavy prints without sagging
Industry standard for premium streetwear and branded merchandise
Best for Soft, Luxury Feel (High-End Fashion)
Hoodie Material
1
00% Cotton, Brushed or French Terry
GSM: 300–360
Best Print Methods
Discharge Printing
Water-Based Screen Printing
DTG (for small runs)
Why This Works
Prints feel almost invisible
Fabric remains breathable
Ideal for minimal, fashion-forward designs
Best for Bold, High-Impact Graphics
Hoodie Material
Cotton-Poly Blend (50/50 or 80/20)
GSM: 320–400
Best Print Methods
DTF
Plastisol Screen Printing
HTV (logos or lettering)
Why This Works
Strong opacity on dark garments
Prints remain vibrant after washing
Fabric supports heavier ink layers
Best for Budget Mass Production
Hoodie Material
Cotton-Poly Blend
GSM: 260–320
Best Print Methods
Plastisol Screen Printing
Plastisol Transfers
Why This Works
Cost-efficient materials
Durable prints for bulk orders
Consistent results across large runs
Best for Photo-Realistic or Full-Color Designs
Hoodie Material
100% Cotton Face (even if blended inside)
GSM: 300–360
Best Print Methods
DTF (best all-around)
DTG (light-colored hoodies only)
Why This Works
Smooth surface improves resolution
Supports gradients and fine detail
DTF outperforms DTG on dark and thick fleece
What to Avoid (Common Mistakes)
DTG on heavy fleece over 380 GSM → ink absorption issues
Low-GSM hoodies (<260 GSM) → fabric distortion after printing
Sublimation on cotton hoodies → poor color and durability
Discharge on poly-heavy blends → ineffective results
How can you find your first manufacturer?
The first manufacturer search can be a long task; you could spend days or even weeks, but it is possible to do it in just a few hours if you know what to look for.
There is one thing we don’t recommend: trying to find a manufacturer through an unreliable freelancer.
Trust us, we have experience with this. Sometimes people try to scam you, making you pay for a product but delivering the cheapest T-shirt from Amazon instead of a real sample of your design.
But when you know what you want to produce with which minimal order and how much customs, just know your product really well.
By flirting on Alibaba, you can find the most relevant manufacturers in a moment.
Choose the store review that you want. If the manufacturer has more reviews, you can trust them more, obviously.
Choose the minimum and maximum price per piece.
After the price of the product, you will have information like the amount of the minimum order: 1 piece, 10 pieces, or 200+.
There is an option to write to the manufacturer, whatever their price looks like, and ask them about a sample of their product, even just 1 piece.
By taking a few blanks from a few manufacturers, you can choose which you prefer, or based on one order, the first sample of your hoodie, the best option is taking as much information as possible.
So by testing a few manufacturers by ordering samples of their materials and prints, you can choose your perfect one.
Set the minimal order filter to empty because then you will see all manufacturers.
If you need to order one product with a small custom, maybe offer to manufacture it via message.
Then he will create a custom offer with a sample for you.
After giving him information about your product and data on where the order needs to be sent to offer you the best time and prices for delivery.
But to the right track of flittering.
After that, you can set
Supplier: from which country ur manufacture needs to be.
Product certificate.
Delivery by.
Pattern Type.
Style.
Color.
Collar.
Material.
Fit Type.
Size.
Technics.
Sleeve Style.
Fabric Type.
Design.
Season.
Length.
Feature.
Type.
Printing Methods.
Logo Position.
Supply Type.
Weaving Method.
So, like, you see on Alibaba you have many options for filtering, which will help you in finding the top manufacturer for you.
It all depends on you, what you want, what you need, what your clients want, and what you see.
Choose the most important information about your hoodie in the flirting option.
And check the results.
If results are good, then search for that one manufacturer; if not, then you need to make a smaller research point.
Try to find more specifications to reduce the field and get more relevant results.
After that process, you can find more information about manufacturing on their website.
Check all offers, check their product description, and, of course, write them a message with questions about your sample.
Manufacturers can refuse to create a sample when it is too advanced or when they have a restricted minimal order.
Writing and searching in this way will give you the fastest results, with the highest possible quality.
If you want to search with AI, you can too, but results can be different because AI is based on data that is given to it.
So be careful and maybe try to do it on your own.
The final decision belongs to you.
We wish you luck with the process of searching, and if you need help or you have some questions, you can always write us a message.