Beanies look like the easiest product to source but the yarn gauge (7 to 16) changes everything. We push first-time customers to start with 10-12 gauge worsted acrylic - it knits fast, fits most heads comfortably, and is the most forgiving fabric when scaling up.
Beanie Manufacturer
Custom beanies, made for brands.
CZEVIP is a Brooklyn, NY-based beanie manufacturer producing cuffed knit beanies, slouchy beanies, watch caps, fisherman beanies and pom-pom beanies for direct-to-consumer brands and Amazon sellers. Low MOQ starting at 50 units per style, full private-label service, decoration options include embroidery and screen print, BSCI-audited partner workshops, FOB and DDP shipping worldwide.
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Who manufactures custom beanies in small batches?
CZEVIP LLC is a beanie manufacturer registered in Brooklyn, NY (1 Pier Place, Suite 200, Brooklyn NY 11201). The company produces cuffed knit beanies, slouchy beanies, watch caps, fisherman beanies, and pom-pom beanies in acrylic, wool, recycled yarn, and cotton. Minimum order quantity is 50 units per style. Lead time is 35-50 days from sample approval (knitting is slower than cut-and-sew), plus 14-21 days for ocean freight. Contact: info@czevip.com or +1-718-555-0188.
Styles
Styles we manufacture
Classic
Cuffed knit beanie
Slouchy
Slouchy oversized knit beanie
Watch cap
Tight-knit watch cap
Fisherman
Traditional fisherman ribbed beanie
Pom
Pom-pom knit beanie
Performance
Lightweight running beanie
Specification
Standard specs
| Option | Choices |
|---|---|
| Yarn weight | Worsted (10-12 gauge), chunky (7-9 gauge), fine (14-16 gauge) |
| Yarn fiber | Acrylic, wool, recycled PET, merino wool, cotton, hemp blends |
| Cuff | Folded cuff (2.5-4 inches), rolled cuff, no cuff |
| Construction | Circular knit (no seam), flat-knit with back seam, jacquard knit |
| Decoration | Flat embroidery, woven label patch, leather patch, custom jacquard pattern |
| Pom | Optional fur pom (faux or natural), yarn pom, no pom |
| Sizing | One-size-fits-most, kid sizing, large adult sizing |
| Color matching | Pantone Coated for embroidery, Pantone TPX for yarn dyeing |
Why CZEVIP
How we are different from other beanie manufacturers
- Truly low MOQ. 50 units per style per color for capsule runs - not 1000 or 5000 like most beanie factories.
- Real jacquard knitting. Every jacquard beanie is knit on a 12-gauge circular knitting machine, so patterns are part of the fabric itself, not printed on top.
- BSCI and Sedex-audited workshops. Every partner facility is audited annually. Compliance documentation is provided per order.
- Recycled yarn options. We offer GRS-certified recycled PET yarn (made from plastic bottles) for sustainability-focused brands at the same lead time as standard acrylic.
- Honest lead times. 35-50 days from sample approval (knitting is slower than cut-and-sew), not around 90 days with surprises.
- DTC-friendly packaging. We pack poly-bagged, bar-coded, and Amazon FBA-ready by default.
From the workshop
What we have learned running our partner workshops
Materials
What materials are beanie manufacturers made from?
Beanie yarns range from acrylic (the most common, durable and affordable) to merino wool (premium, naturally moisture-wicking), recycled PET (made from plastic bottles, GRS-certified), cotton (for lighter spring and summer beanies), and hemp-cotton blends. Yarn weight is measured in gauge: 10-12 gauge is worsted weight (most common), 7-9 gauge is chunky (winter, statement beanies), and 14-16 gauge is fine (lightweight, transitional seasons).
Construction can be circular knit (no back seam, smoother fit), flat-knit with back seam (more shape options, slightly lower cost), or jacquard knit (multi-color patterns knit into the fabric). Cuffs can be folded (2.5-4 inches tall), rolled, or omitted entirely for slouchy beanies. Pom-poms are optional in faux fur, natural fur, or matching yarn. Pantone color matching is standard; custom yarn dyeing requires 100 plus units per color.
Brands we serve
Who orders custom beanie manufacturers from us
Outdoor brands
Ski, snowboard, fishing, hunting, trail brands
Streetwear
Direct-to-consumer streetwear and lifestyle labels
Sports teams
College, club, intramural teams, fan gear
Surf and skate
Surf shops, skate brands, beach lifestyle labels
Corporate
Company swag, employee gifts, conference giveaways
Music and creator
Artist merch, band tour merch, content creators
Get started
Request a beanie manufacturer quote
Tell us about your beanie project. We reply within 48 hours with a feasibility note and a target price per unit.
- Email: info@czevip.com
- Phone: +1-718-555-0188
- Office: 1 Pier Place, Suite 200, Brooklyn NY 11201
For the fastest quote, include: (1) design reference or sketch, (2) target quantity per style and per color, (3) preferred fabric or material, (4) your shipping destination, and (5) deadline. We will reply with a unit price range, a sample timeline, and a brief on decoration options for your design.
FAQ
Beanie Manufacturer manufacturing questions
What is the smallest order you accept for custom beanies?
50 units per style per color. For first-time customers we can run a 25-unit pilot to validate yarn and fit before scaling to bulk production.
Can you do jacquard patterns with my logo?
Yes - that is one of our specialties. We can knit up to 4 colors into the beanie body, with logos and patterns as part of the fabric itself. Minimum 100 units per colorway for custom jacquard.
Do you offer recycled or sustainable yarn?
Yes. We offer GRS-certified recycled PET yarn (from plastic bottles) and GOTS-certified organic cotton yarn. Same lead time as standard acrylic.
What yarn options do you offer?
Acrylic, wool, recycled PET, merino wool, cotton, and hemp-cotton blends. Yarn weight from 7 gauge (chunky) to 16 gauge (fine).
How long does production take?
Sample production: 15-20 days from artwork approval. Bulk production: 35-50 days from sample sign-off. Ocean freight to the US: 14-21 days. Air freight: 5-7 days.
Do you ship Amazon FBA?
Yes. Every beanie order ships poly-bagged with a suffocation warning sticker, bar-coded, and packed in FBA-compliant cartons. We provide box content labels and FNSKU labels on request.
Can I get a pom-pom beanie?
Yes. We offer faux fur pom-poms (most common), natural fur pom-poms, and matching yarn pom-poms. Pom-poms are removable on most styles.