Can You Order Custom Beanies With Different Designs in the Same Order?
Yes, but it depends on how different the designs are.
That distinction matters because “different designs” can mean several things. Maybe you want the same cuffed beanie in black and navy with the same logo. Maybe you want one jacquard pattern for employees and another for customers. Maybe you want two completely different beanie styles, each with separate artwork.
Those scenarios don’t all behave the same way in production.
For most custom beanie orders, the more variations you introduce, the more setup is involved. That can affect minimums, pricing, and lead time. Still, combining multiple designs into one broader order can make sense, especially for brands testing ideas, running seasonal drops, or producing merch for different teams. We put together a buyer’s checklist for ordering custom beanies that might help you answer some questions beforehand.
Start With What Actually Counts as a Different Design
A color change is not always the same thing as a new design.
If you are ordering the same beanie with the same logo placement in two different yarn colors, that is usually much simpler than ordering two beanies with completely different jacquard patterns.
The biggest variables are usually:
artwork changes
knit programming
logo placement
yarn setup
beanie style
finishing details
A black cuffed beanie and a forest green cuffed beanie with the same woven label may be relatively easy to combine. A cuffed embroidered beanie and a four-color jacquard pom beanie are really two separate products, even if they are part of the same overall order.
Can You Order Multiple Colorways of the Same Design?
Usually, yes.
This is one of the most practical ways to add variety without making the order unnecessarily complicated.
For example, a brand might order the same design in:
black
charcoal
cream
The logo stays the same, the fit stays the same, and only the yarn color changes.
This approach works especially well for retail because customers like having a few choices, but you are still working from one consistent design system.
For a first run, two or three colorways is often enough. More than that can spread inventory too thin.
Can You Order Two Completely Different Designs?
In many cases, yes, but each design may need to meet its own minimum quantity.
This is especially true when the artwork requires separate machine programming or different construction.
For example, if you want:
25 jacquard beanies with one logo
25 jacquard beanies with a second logo
those may be treated as two separate production setups.
At Fourbital Factory, minimums are typically around 25 to 50 units depending on the style and customization details, so different designs may need to meet those thresholds individually.
The exact setup depends on the project.
What About Different Beanie Styles in the Same Order?
That is also possible in many cases.
A company might want cuffed beanies for staff and midi beanies for a retail shop. A ski resort might carry a pom style for tourists and a simpler cuffed version for employees.
That kind of mix can work well because the products serve different audiences.
The tradeoff is that each style has its own production requirements, so combining styles may not reduce minimums the way buyers sometimes expect.
It is better to think of it as one project containing multiple products, rather than one product split into several versions.
Why Brands Order Multiple Designs
There are a few good reasons to do it.
Testing Retail Demand
If you are not sure which design customers will prefer, a smaller run of two different options can give you real sales data.
You might learn that the understated black beanie sells twice as fast as the bright seasonal version. That is useful information before placing the next order.
Different Teams or Departments
Companies often want slightly different merch for:
employees
leadership
customers
event staff
You can keep the overall visual identity consistent while changing colors, labels, or design details.
Limited Editions
A second design can create a sense of scarcity.
This works especially well for:
ski resorts
annual events
breweries
apparel brands
A limited color or seasonal pattern gives repeat customers a reason to buy again without abandoning the core design.
Keep the Collection Connected
Multiple designs work best when they still feel like they belong to the same brand.
That might mean keeping the same:
fit
label style
logo scale
yarn palette
general graphic language
You do not want three beanies that look like they came from three unrelated companies.
Variety is useful. Randomness is not.
More Designs Usually Mean More Setup
This is the part buyers sometimes overlook.
Each new design may require:
separate artwork preparation
separate mockups
additional approvals
new knit programming
different yarn setups
That does not mean multiple designs are a bad idea. It just means the order should be planned properly.
If your budget is tight, you may get better value from one strong design in multiple colors than from several completely different designs.
What Is the Best Way to Structure a Multi-Design Order?
For most brands, I would keep it simple.
A practical first order might look like:
one core beanie style
two colorways
one consistent logo treatment
Then, once you know what performs well, introduce a second design.
This makes inventory easier to manage and gives you cleaner data on what customers actually want.
Final Thoughts
Yes, you can often order custom beanies with different designs in the same overall project.
The key question is how different those designs are.
Simple color changes are usually easier to manage. Completely different artwork, styles, or construction methods may require separate minimums and production setups.
For brands testing retail ideas or building a small merch collection, that flexibility can be useful. Just avoid adding variations for the sake of variety.
A smaller collection of well-related designs will almost always feel more intentional than a pile of unrelated options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I order multiple beanie designs in one order?
Yes. In many cases, you can order multiple designs, but each design may need to meet its own minimum quantity depending on the style and production requirements.
Can I order the same beanie in different colors?
Yes. Ordering the same design in multiple colorways is often one of the easiest ways to create variety while keeping production relatively simple.
Can I mix different beanie styles in one order?
Often, yes. You may be able to combine cuffed, midi, jacquard, or pom styles within the same project, although each style may have its own minimum requirements.
Do different designs increase the cost?
They can. Multiple designs may require additional artwork setup, mockups, knit programming, and yarn changes, which can affect overall pricing.
What is the minimum order for different custom beanie designs?
At Fourbital Factory, minimums typically range from 25 to 50 units depending on the beanie style and customization details. Separate designs may need to meet minimums individually.
