What is marker?
A marker is the plan for laying out every pattern piece — for every size in the order — across the width of the fabric so that the least cloth is wasted. It is made digitally, printed, and laid on top of the fabric plies before cutting. The size breakdown you give us decides the marker.
Why it matters
Marker efficiency is a real part of the garment price: a well-made marker on a sensible size breakdown wastes 10% of fabric; a poor one wastes 20%. It is also why sizes cannot change after cutting — the marker was made for them.
On our floor
Digital markers made per order, laid over 30–60 plies of fabric on the cutting table. Lock your size breakdown before sample approval.
Common questions
- Why can't I change sizes after ordering?
- The marker and the cut were made for the breakdown you gave. Changing it means re-cutting.
- Does the size mix affect price?
- Slightly — a mix that lets pieces nest efficiently wastes less fabric. We will suggest an efficient breakdown if yours is unusual.
- How many layers are cut at once?
- 30 to 60 plies depending on the fabric — 200 hoodies cut in an hour or two.
- Is the marker kept?
- Yes, with the pattern, so a reorder with the same breakdown cuts immediately.
Related terms
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size grading
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cut and sew
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lead time
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