You’ve got a logo, a killer name, and big ideas. But when it comes to manufacturing, a lot of new clothing brands hit a wall — fast.

The truth is, apparel manufacturing isn’t just about choosing a fabric and printing a tee. It’s a process, and if you don’t understand it, your brand can lose money, momentum, or worse — your entire first drop.

At Limitless MFG, we’ve worked with hundreds of brands — from first-timers to global names — and we’ve seen the same mistakes pop up over and over. Let’s break them down, and more importantly, show you how to avoid them.

❌ Mistake #1: Skipping the Tech Pack

What it is: A tech pack is a blueprint for your garment — including sizing, stitching, fabric, design placements, and construction details.

Why it matters: No tech pack = confusion, delays, and production errors.

How to avoid it: Work with a manufacturer that offers help building tech packs or has in-house designers (yep — we do that).

❌ Mistake #2: Choosing the Wrong Manufacturer

Not all manufacturers are built the same. Many first-time brand owners get burned by factories that:

• Require huge minimums

• Can’t handle customizations

• Don’t communicate clearly

• Miss deadlines (consistently)

Fix: Vet your manufacturer properly. Ask about their MOQs, timelines, sampling process, and production capabilities.

❌ Mistake #3: Going Too Big, Too Fast

Dropping 10 styles, 8 colorways, and a full collection out the gate sounds cool — until you’re sitting on $15K of unsold product.

Solution: Start lean. Test a few styles first, gather feedback, and grow from there. Scaling is easier when you’re profitable early.

❌ Mistake #4: Ignoring the Fulfillment Plan

You launched — now what? Who’s shipping the orders? Who’s handling returns? How are you tracking inventory?

Common issue: Brands focus only on product, forgetting about backend logistics.

Fix: Use a fulfillment partner that handles warehousing, pick/pack, shipping, and customer experience. (We’ve got you covered there too.)

❌ Mistake #5: Not Knowing Your Costs

If you don’t understand your true cost per unit, you can’t price your products properly — and you might end up losing money with every sale.

Things to account for:

• Production cost

• Labeling, folding, bagging

• Packaging

• Shipping

• Platform fees

Pro Tip: Price with margin, not just vibes.

✅ Manufacturing Done Right

Avoiding these mistakes can save you thousands of dollars, weeks of frustration, and major damage to your brand’s reputation.

At Limitless MFG, we simplify the entire process — from design and manufacturing to fulfillment and webstore development — so your brand is set up to win from day one.

📞 Let’s talk. Visit limitlessmfg.com or contact us directly to get started.

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