10 American Small Batch Manufacturers

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June 15, 2015
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Factories, Made In America, Maker's Row Academy, Maker's Row Made, Manufacturing, Top Posts
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Imagine you’re a fashion designer with a vision for a unique line of apparel. You’ve meticulously crafted your designs and sourced the finest materials, but now you face a critical decision: finding the right manufacturer to bring your vision to life. You need a partner who understands the importance of quality, attention to detail, and sustainable practices. This is where small batch manufacturers shine. They offer the perfect blend of craftsmanship, innovation, and flexibility, allowing designers and entrepreneurs to produce high-quality products in limited quantities.

In the world of small batch manufacturing, these ten American companies stand out for their dedication to excellence and their ability to turn creative ideas into tangible, beautiful products. Whether you’re in the fashion industry or looking for specialized manufacturing services, these companies offer unique solutions to meet your needs.

Why Opt for Small Batch Manufacturing?

Small batch manufacturing allows designers and small business owners to operate within their means. Taking a small scale approach involves everything from scrutinizing the amount of fabric and supplies you purchase to deciding how many products/styles you should launch with.

  1. More efficiently test the market and gauge consumer feedback
  2. Reduce the risk of excess inventory
  3. Can lead to a more agile supply chain
  4. Can provide shorter lead teams
  5. May mean you can get your product off the ground sooner
  6. Lower production costs could mean you can turn a profit earlier
  7. Many small batch manufacturers are willing to invest time, resources, and expertise to help you succeed

Apparel and Fashion
1. Maker’s Row

Maker’s Row offers a platform to connect with small batch manufacturers across various industries. Based in Brooklyn, New York, Maker’s Row helps streamline the manufacturing process, making it easier for businesses to find high-quality, domestic production partners. Their network includes a wide range of manufacturers specializing in apparel, furniture, accessories, and more, promoting local production and sustainable practices.
Maker’s Row

2. Good Clothing Company

Based in Fall River, Massachusetts, Good Clothing Company specializes in small batch production, offering flexibility and quality for both new and established fashion brands. They are committed to sustainable practices and provide a range of services from pattern making to final production.
Good Clothing Company

3. OnPoint Manufacturing

Located in Florence, Alabama, OnPoint Manufacturing focuses on on-demand production, minimizing waste, and providing custom solutions for clothing brands. Their innovative approach allows for personalized production with quick turnaround times.
OnPoint Manufacturing

4. Suuchi Inc.

This tech-driven manufacturer offers a seamless production process from design to delivery, making it ideal for small batch orders. Suuchi Inc. leverages technology to provide efficient and transparent production processes, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
Suuchi Inc.

5. American Stitchco

Based in Mountain Home, Arkansas, American Stitchco offers custom branding and private labeling services, catering to various clothing items. They specialize in providing tailored solutions for their clients’ unique needs.
American Stitchco

6. Lefty Production Co.

This Los Angeles-based company specializes in customization, sustainability, and small batch production, offering various customization options. Lefty Production Co. is known for its attention to detail and commitment to ethical manufacturing practices.
Lefty Production Co.
Other Industries
While not exclusively apparel, these companies are known for their small batch approach and high-quality products:

7. J. Allen Manufacturing

Located in Lewiston, Maine, J. Allen Manufacturing specializes in metal fabrication and precision machining. Their small batch production ensures meticulous craftsmanship and high standards.
J. Allen Manufacturing

8. Paul Francis Designs

Based in Baltimore, Maryland, Paul Francis Designs focuses on handcrafted furniture and home decor items. Each piece is carefully crafted, reflecting the company’s dedication to quality and design.
Paul Francis Designs

9. Allen Edmonds

Known for its high-quality handcrafted shoes, Allen Edmonds produces in small batches to ensure attention to detail. Their commitment to craftsmanship has made them a staple in the American footwear industry.
Allen Edmonds

10. Shinola

This Detroit-based company produces watches, bikes, and leather goods in small batches, emphasizing craftsmanship and American-made products. Shinola is dedicated to reviving American manufacturing traditions with modern quality standards.
Shinola

11. TEG

Specializes in small batch fashion production. TEG offers comprehensive services for designers and brands looking to create high-quality garments in small quantities. Their expertise spans from initial design to final production.
TEG

Conclusion

By exploring these options and considering your specific requirements, you can find the perfect small batch manufacturer for your project. Whether you’re in apparel, home goods, or another industry, these manufacturers exemplify the dedication to quality, innovation, and sustainability that defines American small batch production.

 

Need More Help With Production? Read These:

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  3. Q&A: Pattern Maker & Sample Maker on Working with New Designers
  4. Top 10 Sourcing Questions from #AsktheSource Twitter Chat

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0 thoughts on “10 American Small Batch Manufacturers”

  1. As mentioned in the article, some apparel manufacturers are reshoring and sourcing locally to take advantage of the flexibility of smaller production runs which is a key advantage to reshoring manufacturing and sourcing locally.

    Changes in the global manufacturing market, technology and the benefits of locating manufacturing closer to customers are giving companies more options to manufacture competitively in the U.S.

    Companies are reshoring because they are finding that selecting locations near customers gives them better flexibility to respond to customers, eliminates higher shipping expenses, minimizes supply chain disruptions and eliminates the larger production runs and inventories associated with long distance offshoring.

    The not-for-profit Reshoring Initiative can help.

    The not-for-profit Reshoring Initiative’s free Total Cost of Ownership software helps corporations calculate the real P&L impact of reshoring or offshoring. In many cases,
    companies find that, although the production cost is lower offshore, the total cost is higher, making it a good economic decision to reshore manufacturing back to the U.S.
    http://www.reshorenow.org/TCO_Estimator.cfm

  2. We actually just got done rewriting our main Batch Production article. Great timing on this! We were actually looking for more examples when researching, but missed this. Would it be OK if we work your article’s link into it? It talks about the advantages and disadvantages of batch production, as well as tips on optimizing & being more efficient. It’s here: https://www.graphicproducts.com/articles/batch-production/ if you’d like to read it.

  3. I would not recommend Black Anchor in any degree. What we were told and promised were completely different than what was delivered. Not only did the 1-week sample turnaround time turn into a month and more than we were quoted, the finished product was not in sellable condition.

    Even all that – after we invested over a month, over $1500 in them, they said they couldn’t do our bags. We were ready to cut a PO for $35,000. Really disappointing as we sent numerous photos and even a fully assembled final product for them to work off of and after they reviewed the product we were told “this would be no problem”. The communication was absolutely laughable. As soon as I paid for the items, the communication nearly cut off as he went on vacation and the contacts name he gave me was completely unresponsive.

    So in short – if you want to waste time and money with these guys – I’d do your research and look somewhere else.

    1. thanks for sharing your experience! I agree, doing research is KEY! you can find more small batch factories and read reviews on them here: makersrow.com/small-batch

      1. Hi I would like to introduce my company Zega Apparel Manufacturing Here , http://www.zegaapparel.com
        We are a private label apparel manufacturing . We are Gold Supplier of Alibaba with 4 year positive history of supplying garments to some of the most famous emerging brands in USA, UK , Australia and Canada.
        We can manufacture in small Quantities Cut an Sew ,T-shirts, Hoodies, Polos, Denim , Beanies, Hats, Dress Shirts, Jumpers, jackets, Jeans,and anything that creative brands can think , we can make.
        You can also view our portfolio where we promote the designs of our customers on our website http://www.zegaapparel.com/portfolio_apparel.php

    3. Hi Kyle, if communication is an issue, i would invite you to try our company http://www.zegaapparel.com for cut and sew apparel products, my team is highly skilled in rendering apparel support to clients world wide,

  4. I am finding small batch sewing contractors that can make long dress based on my design and private label. 2 weeks now and still I did not get any.

  5. Hello,

    Does someone knows where can I find small run manufacture for swimsuit production?

    I am looking to fix my swimsuit samples (aprox. 4) and then manufacture total of 10 designs (50-100 of each).

    1. Hello

      I do manufacture and doing wholesales in DMV area. My number is 571-385-5338. Let me know what you need.

  7. if you need small batch organic cotton,silk,linen,wool garments or bedding please check us out. http://www.aaeco.net all backend services,private label and cheap deliveries…

  9. Hello Everyone I know its an old article, but for those of you who still need help with their sewing goods we can help. We are a Women owned small business, located in San Diego County, in National City, CA. We have experience with stretch materials. Some examples are Yoga wear, leggings, sports bras, Triathlon wear for both men and women, Indoor and outdoor wear. We have also made bags, tactical gear. Our website is royalewearmfg.com you may also reach me at 619-336-0556. My name is Adriana. Thank you

  10. I am searching for a Men’s swimsuit Manufacturer here in the USA I would like to order 2000 suits to start in about 3 different styles but a dozen different prints and a couple of solids. I would love to find the Manufacturer of the swimwear line that used to make California Muscle swim suits. I know they were made in the USA but I am not having any luck finding that Manufacturer.

    1. Have you had any luck finding a manufacturer? I am also looking for private label for my store.

  12. Hello, I’m working on my own clothing line. Tank tops for men and women to start. I have samples and cut outs of my tops. They still need a little tweaking but I’m looking for a manufacturer/factory that can assist me and possibly make and package my tank tops. I would like to find a company in Tx but I’m open to any company in the U.S. that’s affordable. I’m just starting out and do not want to look overseas. My email address is dlhems11@gmail.com
    Thank you in advance.

  13. I need 12 to 16 swim suit samples made for a runway show. And I need one of each size small medium and large made. Does anyone know which manufacturer can do that. And hopefully samples can range from 35 to 80 dollars to make one. I also am not interested in making a large payment, if I don’t like the work that was done I should not have to worry bout my hard earn cash going down the drain. My only form of payment at this time is pay pal so will appreciate only persons with this payment option reaching out to me.

  16. hello

    – a simple request really (you’d think!)

    – we are looking to find a US production business that can reliably supply us with a small batch of plain custom size straight tuck 14 pt cardboard packages – not too difficult you’d think….

    – but so far we have contacted 45 companies

    – most are ludicrously expensive with MOQs in the tens of thousands and the four we tried to move forward with weren’t even capable of providing accurate samples from our designer AI templates provided (ranging from 15% to 25% out on the basic dimensions!) – they considered them ok – could name and shame but that’s not what we are about, but where are the standards?

    – so any clues anyone, as we really want to use a US based company but are being ‘forced’ to look back overseas (again)!

    Thoughts/ideas/tenders?

    Contact me through https://thesolidbarcompany.com/ thank you

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