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GUIDELINES

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The following are general guidelines to follow when you design your own custom socks:

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GRAPHICS IN THE CUFF

The cuff is the topmost area of a sock, commonly ribbed in appearance and stretchy. Because this area is prone to stretching, it is considered a poor place to put a logo. Most logos are not suitable to be placed in the cuff area (large, simple logos are the exception).

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THE HEEL AND TOE

The heel and toe areas of the sock are where knitting machines perform extra sequences in order to form the pocket-like shapes. Due to this, the machines are unable to perform knit-in designs in these areas. Only use solid colors for the heel and toe areas.

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DETAILED GRAPHICS

There are limitations to how detailed your sock design can get. Due to the nature of knit-in designs, very small and complex logos/designs are not suitable for custom knitted socks. Please feel free to contact us before submitting your mockup request if you think this applies to your design.

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NUMBER OF COLORS

Our machines are able to accommodate up to 6 yarn colors per design ( 5+1 , 1 base colour and 5 for design ). Yarn colors are best communicated to us by using the Pantone solid color formula guide. We will use your provided pantone codes when selecting from the 100’s of yarn colors we have available.

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SIZES

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We offer standard sizing from infant to extra large adult sizes, and custom sizing.

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Custom sizing available upon request

Size “L” is one size for men (fits 90% of men)

Size “M” is one size for women (fits 90% of women)

Size “OS” is one size for adults (fits 85% of adults)

LENGTHS

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Here are the most common sock lengths we produce. Custom sock lengths are also welcomed.

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NO-SHOW

Falls just below the ankle. Commonly used in athletic socks.

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ANKLE

Falls just above the ankle. Commonly used in athletic socks.

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QUARTER

Falls about 2 inches above the ankle. Often used in outdoor socks.

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CREW

Falls just below the calf. Most common sock length.

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MID-CALF

Falls on the calf. Commonly used in dress socks.

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KNEE-HIGH

Falls just below the knee. Commonly used in casual socks.

TECHNOLOGY

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Your designs are woven directly into the sock fabric, providing the most aesthetically pleasing and durable customized socks available. We have specialized machinery for every application.

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FINE ( 14 GAUGE )

Fine gauge machinery is ideal for dress and casual socks. We use 144 & 156 & 168 & 200 needle machines for the very best graphics reproduction.

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MEDIUM ( 9 GAUGE )

Medium gauge machinery is optimized for sport socks. 128 & 144 needle machines produce thicker socks with good graphic detail.

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COARSE ( 6 GAUGE )

Coarse gauge machinery is suitable for specialty socks and winter socks. 96 & 108 needle machines produce thick, protective socks.

MATERIALS

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Our network of textile suppliers enables you to source almost any material.

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COTTON

Cotton is the most commonly used plant fiber in socks and is known for its natural feel. We offer carded and combed cotton in over 200 colors. Premium grades, like combed cotton, are more resistant to pilling and softer to the touch than carded cotton. Premium mercerized cotton has superior durability and a silk-like appearance.

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WOOL

Animal fibers such as wool, angora, cashmere, and mohair are desired for their thermal regulation properties. Wool fibers have the ability to absorb and lock away high amounts of moisture, making them ideal for use in performance and winter socks. Furthermore, natural chemicals found in wool makes it odor resistant.

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NYLON

Nylon is a versatile synthetic fiber found in most hosiery. Its popularity stems from its excellent stretch and shape recovery properties. In addition to this, nylon fibers are strong, soft to the touch, and light weight. We have over 200 colors available in nylon to produce the most complex knitted designs.

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POLYESTER

Polyester is a synthetic fiber used for its high strength and hydrophobic properties. Polyester is frequently used in high performance sport socks for its ability to wick moisture away from the skin.

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ACRYLIC

Acrylic is a synthetic fiber commonly blended with wool due to its similar feel and bulk. Acrylic has good heat retention properties and is frequently used in winter socks. Acrylic is an economical fiber for applications relating to cold weather and performance activities.

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OTHER MATERIALS

We’ve used and offer a wide variety of other materials for sock knitting. These include polypropylene, rayon, spandex, and many engineered and proprietary yarns. If you have special product requirements, please do not hesitate to ask us.

PACKAGING

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See packaging examples on below.

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POLYBAG

Each pair is individually packed into a clear polybag. Polybags are made from plastic and have a resealable flap. Custom printing on polybags is not available for under 4000 pairs.

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SOCK BAND

Band labels wrap around the middle of each folded pair of socks and are printed on cardstock.

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SOCK TAG

Sock tags fold over the cuff of the sock and are printed on cardstock. Plastic hook for retail display optional.

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CASCADE

We use this type of packaging for 2 pairs in a pack or more.

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CARDSTOCK BOX

Boxes can be designed to hold individual or multiple pairs of socks and are printed on sturdy cardstock.

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