The Ultimate Guide to Bulk Ordering Custom Blankets


Bulk ordering custom blankets is a popular choice for businesses looking to create branded products, promotional items, or inventory for retail sales. Whether you’re a small business owner, marketing manager, or event planner, **bulk ordering custom blankets** can save you money while helping you create a cohesive branded experience. But how does bulk ordering work, and what do you need to know to get the best deal and quality? In this ultimate guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about **bulk ordering custom blankets** from China.

Bulk ordering simply means ordering a large quantity of custom blankets from a manufacturer at one time, typically to get a lower per-unit cost. Most manufacturers offer volume discounts for bulk orders – the more blankets you order, the less you pay per piece. This makes bulk ordering ideal for:

– Promotional products for corporate events and trade shows

– Retail inventory for online or brick-and-mortar stores

– Corporate gifts for employees and clients

– Fundraising products for schools and nonprofits

– Wedding favors and large event giveaways

If you’re new to importing from China, check out our [complete guide to importing textile products from China](https://yourblog.com/import-textile-from-china/) for more tips.

There are many advantages of ordering your custom blankets in bulk:

The biggest benefit of bulk ordering is the volume discount. Manufacturers can spread setup and production costs across more units, so the price per blanket goes down significantly when you order in larger quantities. For example, ordering 500 custom blankets might cost 30-40% less per unit than ordering 50.

When you order all your blankets in one bulk production run, you get more consistent color matching and quality across all pieces. This is especially important for branded blankets where your logo color needs to be consistent.

Instead of placing multiple small orders over time, you place one order and get all your blankets delivered at once. This saves you time on ordering, communication, and multiple shipping fees.

Even when ordering in bulk, you can still get full customization – different sizes, fabrics, printing options, and packaging to match your brand and needs.

Before you contact a manufacturer for a quote, there are a few things you should prepare to get an accurate quote and avoid delays:

Have a clear idea of how many blankets you need. Are you ordering 100, 500, 1000, or more? Knowing your exact (or estimated) quantity helps the manufacturer give you the most accurate pricing.

What type of blanket do you need for your bulk order? Popular options include:

– **Fleece blankets**: Affordable, soft, and great for promotional use

– **Sherpa blankets**: Premium feel, higher price point for retail

– **Cotton blankets**: Breathable, natural material for everyday use

– **Woven blankets**: Decorative, great for home decor retail

At ZJM New, we offer all these blanket types and more for bulk orders, with a wide range of fabric weights and qualities to fit your budget.

Have your logo or design ready in the correct format. Most manufacturers prefer vector files (AI, EPS, PDF) for printing, especially for screen printing. High-resolution PNG or JPG files can also work for digital printing. According to [Adobe’s guide to print design](https://helpx.adobe.com/print-design.html), vector files always provide the sharpest results for logo printing.

Having a budget in mind helps the manufacturer recommend the best material and production options to fit your target cost.

Almost all manufacturers have a minimum order quantity (MOQ) for custom blanket production. MOQs can vary widely:

– Some factories have MOQs as high as 500 or 1000 pieces

– More flexible manufacturers offer lower MOQs starting at 50 or 100 pieces for small businesses

If you’re a small business or just starting out, look for a manufacturer with flexible MOQs that matches your needs. At ZJM New, we offer flexible MOQs starting at 50 pieces for most custom blanket types, so we can work with small businesses and large corporations alike.

Price is always a major consideration for bulk orders. Here are some tips to get the best price without sacrificing quality:

### 1. Order the Largest Quantity You Can Afford

Remember – the bigger the order, the lower the per-unit price. If you have storage space and expect to sell or use all the blankets, ordering more upfront will save you money in the long run.

You don’t need to use premium Sherpa fleece for a promotional giveaway – a standard 280g fleece will work great and cost less. For retail, customers expect higher quality, so investing in better material pays off with higher selling prices.

Make sure your quote includes everything: material, production, printing, packaging, and delivery to the port. Some manufacturers quote low base prices then add extra fees for everything else.

We provide all-inclusive quotes for all our bulk custom blanket orders, so you never have to worry about hidden fees.

Working directly with a Chinese manufacturer eliminates the middleman markup that you get from trading companies. This means you get factory-direct pricing and better communication.

Lead time for bulk custom blanket orders typically includes two parts:

1. **Sample development**: 7-10 days to create a sample of your custom blanket for your approval

2. **Mass production**: 20-30 days depending on your order quantity

Larger orders (over 1000 pieces) may take a bit longer. Always plan ahead and account for shipping time when scheduling your bulk order. At ZJM New, we pride ourselves on on-time delivery – we understand that you need your bulk order by a certain date for your event or sales season.

When you’re ordering hundreds or thousands of blankets, quality consistency is critical. A good manufacturer will have strict quality control processes to ensure every blanket meets your standards:

– Pre-production inspection of all raw materials

– In-process inspection during production to check color and printing

– Final 100% inspection of every blanket before packaging

– Random testing for color fastness and durability

All our bulk custom blanket orders go through our 5-step quality control process, so you can be confident every blanket you receive meets our high quality standards.

1. **Not ordering a sample first**: Always approve a sample before starting mass production to check material, color, and print quality.

2. **Not checking the MOQ**: Don’t fall in love with a manufacturer that has a 1000 piece MOQ if you only need 100.

3. **Poor artwork preparation**: Low-resolution artwork leads to blurry printing. Always provide high-quality vector files when possible.

4. **Ignoring shipping costs**: Factor in shipping costs when calculating your total budget.

With over 16 years of experience manufacturing custom blankets for international clients, we’re your ideal partner for bulk orders:

– **Flexible MOQ**: Starting at 50 pieces, we work with small and large businesses

– **Factory-direct pricing**: No middleman markup, competitive volume discounts

– **Full customization**: Any fabric, size, printing, and packaging option you need

– **Fast lead time**: 7-10 days for samples, 20-30 days for mass production

– **Strict quality control**: Every blanket inspected before shipping

– **Experienced export team**: Smooth shipping and documentation to your country

Looking for more inspiration on custom promotional products? Check out our [guide to custom branded promotional items](https://yourblog.com/custom-promotional-products/) for more ideas.

If you’re ready to get a quote for your **bulk ordering custom blanket** order, [contact ZJM New today](https://zjmanew.com/contact-us/). Our friendly sales team will help you choose the right options for your project and provide you with a fast, accurate quote. We look forward to working with you!