Guide
find exactly what you need to craft your own 1week drop
how do you get your own 1week drop
Step 1
Step 1 — Reach Out
Email support@1-wk.com.
Include: your name or artist name, links to your social platforms, what you want to release, and why you want to do it with 1WEEK.
Step 2
Step 2 — Tell Us The Vision
Briefly explain: product type, concept direction, audience, and whether you need design support. Keep it clear and direct.
Step 3
Step 3 — We Review
We evaluate fit, audience alignment, production feasibility, and timing. Not every concept becomes a drop. We prioritize strong vision, quality execution, and cultural relevance.
Step 4
Step 4 — Build The Drop
If approved, we move into design, product setup, pricing, and launch planning. You approve everything before it goes live.
Step 5
Step 5 — That’s it.
If it makes sense, we build it.
Step 6
Your done!
We handle:
Mockups, Production routing, Manufacturing, Quality checks, Fulfillment, Drop shipping.
You approve the final mockup before launch.
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How to create Tshirts, hoodies, pants, shorts ect,
Step 1
Step 1 — Prepare Your Design Files
Send separate high-quality files for each placement you want printed:
Front design file, Back design file, Optional Left sleeve file, Optional Right sleeve file.
Preferred format: PNG with transparent background or high-resolution JPG.
Minimum 300 DPI recommended.
Do not send mockups, send the actual artwork files.
Step 2
Step 2 — Specify Print Type
Tell us clearly:
Print only, or Embroidery.
Important:
Embroidery is only available through one of our manufacturing partners. Not every garment, color, or placement supports embroidery. If you request embroidery, we will confirm what is possible before production.
Step 3
Step 3 — Understand Manufacturing Limitations
We manufacture through multiple production partners depending on:
Garment type, Print method, Placement, Embroidery request, Fulfillment location.
Not every combination is possible. For example:
Certain shirts cannot support sleeve prints, some garments cannot support embroidery, and some placements may shift pricing or production time.
If a combination is not possible, we will recommend the closest alternative.
Step 4
Step 4 — Create a Google Drive Folder
Title it: Artist Name – Drop Name – T-Shirt.
Upload all artwork files.
Set access to: Anyone with the link can view
Step 5
Step 5 — Email It To Us
Send the Google Drive link to support@1-wk.com.
Include:
Garment type if known, Shirt color, Print placements requested, Print or Embroidery, Desired retail price.
Step 6
Your done!
We handle:
Mockups, Production routing, Manufacturing, Quality checks, Fulfillment, Drop shipping.
You approve the final mockup before launch.
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How to hire a designer
Step 1
Step 1 — Browse Available Designers
Click the button below
Scroll until you see our list of Creative Partners. Each profile includes their specialty, style, and starting rate.
Review their work carefully and choose the designer that fits your vision.
Step 2
Step 2 — Define What You Need
Before reaching out, clearly define:
What you are creating, number of pieces, design placements, deadline, budget range, whether this is for T-Shirts, Vinyl, CD, or Custom Product.
The clearer your brief, the stronger the result.
Step 3
Step 3 — Submit Your Request
contact us with:
Designer name, project type, detailed description of your idea, references if available, deadline, budget range.
If you are unsure which designer fits your project, say so. We will match you.
Step 4
Step 4 — Approval & Start
We will confirm availability, timeline, and pricing.
Once approved, the designer begins.
Final design files will be delivered production ready for 1WEEK manufacturing.
Step 5
All 1WEEK designers understand our production standards and file requirements, so your project moves directly into manufacturing without rework.
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How to create custom items
Step 1
Step 1 — Define Your Idea Clearly
Before contacting us, know exactly what you want to create, for example: custom cut and sew hoodie, custom bag, accessory, hardware piece, special packaging, or fully original garment.
Be specific about: product type, materials if known, sizing, colors, quantities, target retail price, and timeline. The more detailed your concept, the faster we can execute.
Step 2
Step 2 — Develop the Design
If you already have finished design files, prepare them in high resolution, 300 DPI recommended.
If you do not have finalized artwork, you can hire our 1WEEK designers to develop your concept into production ready files. Let us know if you need design support.
Step 3
Step 3 — Create a Concept Folder
Create a Google Drive folder titled:
Artist Name – Product Name – Custom.
Include: reference images, sketches, measurements if applicable, material inspiration, finalized artwork if available, written description of the product, estimated quantity goal.
Set access to: Anyone with the link can view.
Step 4
Step 4 — Contact Us
Email the concept and Google Drive link to support@1-wk.com.
Include: product summary, quantity estimate, target retail price, desired launch timeline, whether you need 1WEEK designers involved.
Step 5
Thats it!
We source the correct manufacturer based on your product type, materials, minimum order requirements, and quality level. Not every idea is compatible with every factory. We will confirm feasibility, pricing, production timelines, and sampling before moving forward.
You approve all specs before production begins.
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How to create CDs
Step 1
Step 1 - Prepare Your Music Files
Send one file per song, name them in order like:
01 Track Name, 02 Track Name, 03 Track Name.
Accepted formats:
WAV preferred, MP3, AAC, M4A.
Maximum 25 tracks, 80 minutes total. No mastering required, we handle formatting.
Step 2
Step 2 - Prepare Your Artwork (JPEG Only)
All artwork must be JPG or JPEG, 300 DPI recommended, RGB color.
Send 4 images:
Front Cover square, Back Cover rectangle, Inside Art square, CD Disc Image square, do not crop into a circle.
Do not place text too close to the edges.
Step 3
Step 3 — Create a Google Drive Folder
Title it: Artist Name – Album Name – CD.
Upload all song files and all 4 artwork files.
Set access to: Anyone with the link can view.
Step 4
Step 4 — Email It To Us
Send the Google Drive link to support@1-wk.com.
Include: Artist name, Album name, Full tracklist in order, Desired retail price, Case type: Jewel Case, Jacket, or Disc Only.
We handle uploading, formatting, preview generation, manufacturing, and drop shipping. You approve the virtual CD before launch.
Step 5
Thats it! Reach out to me once your finnished.
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How to create Vinyls
Step 1
Step 1 — Prepare Your Audio Files
Send one file per track for each side of the vinyl, clearly label them like:
Side A – 01 Track Name, Side A – 02 Track Name, Side B – 01 Track Name.
Accepted formats:
WAV preferred, MP3, AAC, M4A.
Maximum 20 minutes per side for 12-inch vinyl, 7 minutes per side for 7-inch vinyl. No mastering required, we handle formatting.
Step 2
Step 2 — Prepare Your Artwork (JPEG Only)
All artwork must be JPG or JPEG, 300 DPI recommended, RGB color.
For 12-inch vinyl send:
Front Cover square, Back Cover square if applicable, Center Label Side A square, Center Label Side B square.
For picture vinyl also include:
Full 12-inch picture image square, do not crop into a circle.
Do not place text too close to edges.
Step 3
Step 3 — Create a Google Drive Folder
Title it: Artist Name – Album Name – Vinyl.
Upload all audio files and all artwork files.
Set access to: Anyone with the link can view.
Step 4
Step 4 — Email It To Us
Send the Google Drive link to support@1-wk.com.
Include: Artist name, Project name, Tracklist labeled by side, Vinyl type 12-inch black, 7-inch black, picture, or display only, Desired retail price.
Step 5
Thats it! Reach out to me once your finnished.
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