Customizing your kite is a great way to make it uniquely. I have received some very interesting custom kite inquiries recently. As you know, regular custom kites are made by companies or teams for their own brands as toys or promotional gifts to sell.
Recently, I’ve been getting some personal requests for custom kites for family members or pets to have their photos printed on the kite to fly on their wedding, birthday or outing. These customized kites add a more beautiful color to their memories.
As a professional kite factory in China, let me tell you how to cooperate with us more efficiently. Here are a few tips.
1. Kite types and size – single line, dual line, soft kites
Before customizing the kite first figure out the kite use crowd, is it adults or kids? Their sizes must be different. Generally, the kites for children are small, easy to fly and colorful single-line kites. There are many kinds of kites that adults can fly. The following is a brief introduction of each type of kite.
Single line kites
The first kite we play must be a single-line kite, which is generally simple in shape and easy to fly for adults and children. For example, diamond, delta kites, animal and character kites can be made into a single-line kite as long as they are symmetrical on both sides.
Dual line kites
Double line kite has 2 lines, this kind is usually sport kite and needs some skills. It is no longer about how high you can fly, but about who can move more beautifully. Four-line or multi-line kites require more skill.
soft kites
A soft kite is a kite without any framework. The head of the kite is usally of a double-layer structure. Inside, there are many air bags, also called airbag kites. About this content, previously written can click on the following link to view more detailed content.
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2. Choose the right thread for the kites
Kite lines come in different strengths and properties, depending on what you want to fly. For example:
Power PE line:
low melting point, high strength, 40-250 lbs
Kevlar line:
high melting point, high strength, 40-400 lbs.
Tire cord:
low melting point, general strength, 50 pounds， will wear off after a period of time.
40-200 pounds of line for 1-3 level wind and 80-500 pounds of line for 3-5 wind . If you are not sure how to configure, the kite factory will give you professional advice.
The length of kite line is usually 30，50，60，80，100，200m. 60m or less, you could choose the smaller kite line reel. 80-200m, the medium or large line reel is better. Different line material length and reel size will affect the cost. Just choose according to your needs.
3. The kite package
Kite packaging is usually OPP bag, fabric bag or color box. The price is also increased in order. We could print the brand logos or other content on the package.
For example, the Disney kite has a big brand logo on the package. The installation method and precautions are printed on a piece of colored paper.
Generally, the most guests choose to use fabric bags. It can be washed and used many times, which is very convenient.
The other bird-scaring device- the more expensive kite – is packaged in a strong colorful box with the brand name, product description, list of accessories, how to use and precautions printed in different languages on each side.
4.The design of the kite
After confirming the size and shape of the kite, you can start to design the content you want to print. After the design is done, send it to the factory in PDF, AI or CDR format.
If we can’t design and there is no designer in the team, don’t worry, just tell the factory your idea in detail and they will help you to do the design. A experienced team can always help you do a good job every step of the process.
The factory might make slight adjustments, but the overall effect will not change. Take a picture or video to show us the effect of printing or testing how the fly. If it is not suitable, we can adjust it again until we are satisfied, confirm the effect. To ensure quality and customization, it is better to have the factory send samples for confirmation. Then arrange the mass production.
5.Factors affecting the cost of custom design
a. Kite size, style, material
b.Thread material & length
c.Package
d.Quantity
For example, if you order 1 piece of 100 pieces or 1000 pieces, there is a big difference in material cost and labor cost. Our factory custom MOQ is 1 piece. The customization cost is not very high, Well the international shipping cost will be very high, which affects the final price in hand. So more than 100 pcs is better choice.
e.Shipping method
If the number is small, such as 500 pcs or less, generally more with international courier, after all, the volume is not large weight is not very large. Choose international express or air transport in general, the time efficiency, the price is relatively low, can reduce costs, the speed is also much faster than the sea. If large, such as more than 5000 pcs, larger volume, take the sea more cost-effective. Uncertainty, more communication with the factory, they provide the options must have a most suitable for us.
f.Customs clearance fees
For first time purchasers may not be aware of the local tax rate, so we could check the customs online or consult local shipping agency. Some regions have exceptionally high tax rates, significantly increasing the cost of procurement. We could consult with other experienced importer on how to solve this problem. Of course, professional kite manufacturers can also provide door to door delivery service for customers from some countries, such as some Southeast Asian and European countries. They can help customers to clear customs and deliver to their door. As guest, we only need to pay and do nothing else, which is a great relief.
Custom kites are not an easy job either. As long as we find the most suitable manufacturer who has a strong sense of service and good professional ability, they will solve most problems for us. Finally, we hope everyone could find a good kite supplier. There is any unclear please contact me freely. Definitely we could give some good advice or more information.