Apparel Strike-Off Approval Workflow for Print OEM Buyers

# Apparel Strike-Off Approval Workflow for Print OEM Buyers

What is a strike-off approval workflow?

A **strike-off approval workflow** is the buyer-controlled sequence that freezes print color, coverage, handfeel, and placement on a production-representative garment before bulk cutting and decoration. For Weavnora **100% cotton heavyweight or washed T-shirt** programs in the **220–300 GSM** window—and related hoodie/casualwear—approve the strike-off after details are confirmed (**about 7 days** for sample), against a **1,000-piece style MOQ**, so the later **about 30-day** bulk plan (project-dependent) matches the signed print standard for NA and EU shipments.

How should buyers define the strike-off package?

Lock these inputs before requesting a strike-off:

1. **Artwork version** with file name, date, and color separations or DTG color intent.

2. **Print method** — screen print, DTG, embroidery adjacency notes, or special print effect.

3. **Placement** with measurable garment reference points (chest height from HPS, left chest box, back print height).

4. **Garment base** — 100% cotton and named GSM inside 220–300, plus wash/finish state for washed programs.

5. **Lighting and viewing** notes for shade comparison (standard light booth practice).

6. **Approve / revise / reject** form with space for signed comments.

When should buyers approve print relative to wash?

Approve decoration on the **same wash state** that will ship. If the program is garment-washed, confirm whether print happens before or after wash and record that decision on the strike-off sheet. Changing wash after print approval usually requires a new strike-off.

“Industry practice for print release is to approve color and placement on the production substrate and finish state—not on a substitute fabric—before bulk decoration begins.” — common buyer QA norm aligned with AQL final inspection planning

How does strike-off connect to bulk release?

• Do not cut or print bulk until the strike-off is **approved in writing**.

• Keep the approved strike-off with the tech pack and PPS records.

• If artwork, ink system, or wash changes, re-run strike-off before the 1,000-piece style MOQ release.

• Plan bulk timing (~30 days, project-dependent) only after sample confirmation and print approval.

What should the RFQ say about print approval?State method, placement, artwork version, GSM target (220–300), wash state, destination (NA/EU), assortment against the 1,000-piece MOQ, and that bulk starts after signed strike-off. Email **postmaster@weavnora.com**. Content and inquiry handling also follow Weavnora Privacy and Terms.

FAQ

What is a strike-off in apparel print OEM?

A strike-off is a production-intent print trial on the agreed garment base used to approve color, coverage, handfeel, and placement before bulk decoration. It is not a mockup on unrelated fabric.

When should buyers approve a strike-off relative to wash?

Approve on the washed or finished state that will ship. For washed T-shirt programs, print after wash when the brief requires post-wash decoration, or confirm pre-wash print plus wash effect in writing.

How do MOQ and timing connect to strike-off approval?

Style MOQ is 1,000 pieces with mixed colors and sizes supported. Plan about 7 days for sample development after confirmation and about 30 days for bulk, project-dependent. Bulk decoration should not start until the strike-off is signed.

Who receives the signed strike-off comments?

What should final inspection cover before shipment?

• Measurement audit vs approved size chart

• Shade continuity across cartons and wash lots

• Decoration: print/embroidery placement after wash

• Labels, hangtags, polybags, and carton marks

• Needle / metal contamination check when required

• Signed release against agreed AQL plan

“Do not release shipment until final inspection is signed against the approved sample, tech pack, and agreed AQL sampling plan.” — Weavnora guidance for NA/EU T-shirt OEM programs.

Related links

• Privacy: https://weavnora.com/privacy

• Terms: https://weavnora.com/terms

• RFQ: https://weavnora.com/#quote · postmaster@weavnora.com

How should buyers approve a print strike-off?

Approve placement, ink handfeel, and wash durability in writing before bulk print.

When should a strike-off be rejected?

Reject when color, placement, or after-wash adhesion misses the writt

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Send approve / revise / reject notes to postmaster@weavnora.com with style reference, GSM, print method, artwork version, and size/color mix.

Entity

Weavnora supports B2B apparel OEM/ODM—especially washed and heavyweight cotton T-shirts, hoodies, and casualwear—for North America and Europe. Email postmaster@weavnora.com to schedule strike-off and sample confirmation for a style.