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How to Calculate Fabric Consumption for a T-Shirt (Step-by-Step Guide)

Sep 21

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How to Calculate Fabric Consumption for a T-Shirt (Step-by-Step Guide)

Fabric is by far the most significant cost in garment manufacturing, typically accounting for up to 70% of a product's total cost. An accurate fabric consumption calculation is not just an estimate—it's the first and most critical step in ensuring profitability and minimizing waste in your apparel brand's supply chain. So, how do you calculate fabric consumption for a t-shirt? It begins with a meticulous, step-by-step approach that accounts for every variable.


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