Production checklist / Sample approval
Hoodie sample QC
checklist.
Approve the sample by issue, severity and evidence—not by a vague “looks good” message that disappears in chat.
SAMPLE REVIEW
Check the garment.
Close every issue.
Photograph failures, measure against the controlled specification and log the agreed correction.
AreaCheckpointResult
FabricWeight and handfeel match the approved standard□ Pass □ Fail
Shade matches the approved lab dip or swatch□ Pass □ Fail
Shrinkage and test results are reviewed□ Pass □ Fail
FitSilhouette and balance match the intended fit□ Pass □ Fail
Key measurements are inside tolerance□ Pass □ Fail
Hood and pocket placement are symmetrical□ Pass □ Fail
ConstructionShoulder, armhole and side seams are smooth□ Pass □ Fail
Stitch density and seam stretch are acceptable□ Pass □ Fail
Stress points and drawcord exits are reinforced□ Pass □ Fail
DecorationArtwork size, color and placement are approved□ Pass □ Fail
Embroidery density and backing are acceptable□ Pass □ Fail
Print cure, handfeel and wash result are approved□ Pass □ Fail
Trims & labelsRib recovery matches the approved sample□ Pass □ Fail
Drawcord, eyelets and aglets match the BOM□ Pass □ Fail
Main, size and care labels are correct□ Pass □ Fail
PackingFolding and polybag presentation are approved□ Pass □ Fail
Size sticker and carton markings are correct□ Pass □ Fail
Open issues have an owner and due date□ Pass □ Fail
KEEP THE EVIDENCE
Turn this checklist into a controlled approval log.
RELATED RESOURCES
Keep the same numbers through production.
OPEN RESOURCE ↗
Hoodie cost calculator
Model landed cost and target retail.
OPEN RESOURCE ↗Hoodie MOQ calculator
Split a factory minimum by color and size.
OPEN RESOURCE ↗Size grading calculator
Create a starter XS–XXL measurement table.
OPEN RESOURCE ↗450 GSM cost breakdown
Review a filled small-batch example.
OPEN RESOURCE ↗Free costing sheet
Download the editable Excel starter.
OPEN RESOURCE ↗Garment BOM template
List every fabric, trim, label and pack item.
OPEN RESOURCE ↗Factory RFQ template
Send every supplier the same brief.
OPEN RESOURCE ↗Tech pack checklist
Expose missing specifications before sampling.