Your Factory Just Asked You to Change Bank Accounts. Here's the Only Safe Way to Respond.
August 25, 2026
A factory asking to change bank accounts is routine — and the most common wire fraud in overseas sourcing. Here's the verification protocol.
MakeMine Blog
Apparel manufacturing, sourcing, and logistics insights for modern brands and designers.
How to Source Fabric for a Clothing Line: The Process We Actually Run (2026)
July 15, 2026
Fabric is 60 to 70% of garment cost. The exact sourcing process we run for brands, and where the money gets lost.
How to Find a Cut and Sew Manufacturer
July 15, 2026
Where to find cut and sew manufacturers, how to vet them, and real numbers on MOQs, costs, and timelines.
Tech Packs: What to Include, What They Cost, and How to Get One Made
July 15, 2026
What a tech pack includes, what one costs ($400–$1,200 per style), and where to get one made. From a team that works with designers daily.
US Tariffs on Clothing From China: Current Rates and What They Cost You (2026)
July 15, 2026
Most clothing from China now pays roughly 36% to 52% in total US duty. Here is the rate by product category and what it does to landed cost.
Women's Golf Apparel Manufacturing: A Guide for Founders Building Performance-Driven Brands
June 19, 2026
A founder's guide to manufacturing women's golf apparel: fit, fabric, construction, MOQs, and sourcing skorts, dresses, and polos.
How to Source Performance and Technical Fabrics for Activewear and Golf Apparel
June 4, 2026
A technical guide to sourcing performance fabrics for activewear and golf apparel: stretch, moisture management, GSM, and more.
Beyond China: Explore Nearshore Apparel Production
May 16, 2026
Nearshore apparel production can improve transit time and reduce concentration risk, but it is not the right answer for every product. See the tradeoffs.
Why are MOQs Higher for Cut & Sew Manufacturing Outside of China?
April 13, 2026
Why are MOQs higher outside of China? Learn the key factors driving order minimums in global cut & sew manufacturing.
Top Li & Fung Competitors in 2025: The New Generation of Apparel Sourcing Companies
April 13, 2026
Explore top Li & Fung competitors and learn how MakeMine is redefining global apparel sourcing with speed and transparency.
Ultimate Woven Fabric Sourcing Guide 2026
April 13, 2026
Ultimate guide to woven fabric sourcing for apparel brands. Learn twill, oxford, poplin & ripstop sourcing from global mills.
Guide to Navigate Tariffs on Apparel From Vietnam
February 21, 2026
US tariffs on apparel imports from Vietnam now have an average range of 30%-70%, but pricing still remains competitive.
Beat the Chinese New Year Crunch: Apparel Sample Development
January 8, 2026
Racing the CNY deadline? Learn when letting your factory choose fabric for round one makes sense and when to wait for the right material.
The Golden Sample: A Crucial Step Before Production Starts
October 13, 2025
One of the most important steps in apparel manufacturing is developing a "Golden Sample" before bulk production kicks off.
Benefits of Working with Cut and Sew Manufacturers in China
September 12, 2025
China’s apparel manufacturing stands out for its infrastructure, speed, scalability & pricing. See why brands choose China.
Why Apparel Brands Choose MakeMine Over Traditional PLM Software
September 9, 2025
Cut costs, not corners. MakeMine is the apparel PLM software small brands need—faster, simpler, smarter than traditional PLM fashion.
Maximizing CAFTA-DR Benefits for U.S. Apparel Brands
August 18, 2025
Discover how small & mid-sized U.S. apparel brands slash costs and speed production with CAFTA-DR duty-free benefits.
WRAP Certification Explained: Why It Matters for Apparel Brands in 2025
August 8, 2025
Why WRAP certification matters for apparel brands in 2025—and how it opens doors to more buyers and protects your reputation.
Emerging Trends Among Peru Apparel Manufacturers in Sustainability
August 4, 2025
Learn how Peru apparel manufacturers use organic cotton, closed-loop dyeing, recycled blends, and fair-trade processes.
Why Your Brand Needs an Apparel Sourcing Agency: 6 Strategic Advantages Over Going Direct
June 30, 2025
Learn why apparel brands partner with sourcing agencies over going direct. Get better pricing, faster lead times & streamlined operations.
9 Important Clothing Components in Apparel Production
June 30, 2025
Explore the key clothing components of apparel production from fabrics to trims, ensuring high-quality garments.