There's a good chance the hoodie you're wearing right now was made overseas. That's not a judgment — it's just how most clothing works in 2026. The vast majority of hoodies, sweatshirts, and loungewear sold in the US is manufactured in China, Bangladesh, or Vietnam, then shipped across the ocean in a container.
Giant Hoodies does things differently. Every single hoodie we sell is printed and packed by hand at our facility in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Not a warehouse in Shenzhen. Not a fulfillment center in Eastern Europe. A real building, in a real town, with a real team of 5 people who touch every order.
This isn't a marketing angle. It's just how we've always done it — and we thought you might like to see how it works. (Not sure what a Giant Hoodie actually is? Start with our explainer on what a Giant Hoodie is and how it works.)
Where Your Hoodie Actually Comes From
Fayetteville is in Northwest Arkansas — a college town in the Ozarks with about 100,000 people. It's home to the University of Arkansas, some surprisingly good food, and one small oversized hoodie operation that's shipped to over 225,000 customers since 2020.
Our facility isn't a massive factory floor. It's a workspace where you can hear the printers running and the music playing. The team knows each other by name (there's only 5 of us — that's pretty easy). We print hoodies, check quality, pack boxes, and write thank-you cards. Every single day.
If you've ever ordered from us, your hoodie was touched by multiple people on this team before it made it into your mailbox. That's not something most clothing brands can say.
How an Order Goes From Click to Your Door
Here's what actually happens when you order a Giant Hoodie. No marketing fluff — just the process.
1. You Place Your Order
You pick your design from our collection of 7,000+ options (or upload a custom one). The order comes through to our system in Fayetteville.
2. We Print It on Sponge Fleece
This is the hands-on part. Your design gets printed directly onto our 8oz sponge fleece fabric — the same material we explain in detail in our guide to what a Giant Hoodie is. It's not screen printed in a batch of thousands — it's made when you order it. That's how we can offer 7,000+ designs without needing a warehouse the size of a football field. We print what you want, when you want it.
3. Quality Check
Every hoodie gets inspected before it goes in a box. We're checking the print quality, the fabric, the stitching — making sure everything looks right. (For tips on keeping your hoodie in top shape once it arrives, see our care and wash guide.) When you're a team of 5, your name is on every order. That changes how you look at quality control. It's not a checklist on a clipboard. It's "would I wear this?"
4. Packed With a Handwritten Thank-You Card
This is the part people don't expect. Every Giant Hoodie order ships with a handwritten thank-you card. Not printed. Not stamped. Actually written by hand by someone on the team.
Is it a small thing? Sure. But it takes 30 seconds, and it says something about how we think about the people who buy from us. You're not an order number. You're a person who chose to spend money with a small team in Arkansas, and we genuinely appreciate that.
5. Ships Same or Next Business Day
Once it's packed, it goes out. Most orders ship same-day or next business day. Because we're shipping from the middle of the country, delivery times to most US addresses are 2-5 days. No waiting two weeks for something to clear customs.
That's it. That's the whole process. Five steps, five people, one building in Arkansas.
Why "Made in USA" Actually Matters (Without the Lecture)
We're not going to stand on a soapbox here. "Buy American" means different things to different people, and we respect that. But here's what it means in practical terms when your hoodie is made in the US vs overseas.
Quality Control You Can Trust
When every hoodie passes through the hands of a small team, problems get caught before they reach you. We don't have a 1-in-1,000 quality inspection rate — we have a 1-in-1 rate. Every single hoodie. That's a big reason our return rate is under 1%, compared to the industry average of 21%.
Faster Shipping
Your hoodie doesn't need to cross an ocean. It ships from the center of the US, which means most domestic orders arrive in a few days, not a few weeks. No customs delays, no international tracking limbo.
A Shorter Supply Chain
Less distance traveled means a smaller footprint. We're not going to pretend that printing hoodies is saving the planet, but there's a real difference between shipping a product 500 miles vs 7,000 miles. Fewer cargo ships, fewer trucks, fewer transfers.
Supporting Real Jobs in a Real Place
Our team of 5 lives in Fayetteville. They pay rent in Fayetteville. They eat at restaurants in Fayetteville. When you buy a Giant Hoodie, some of that money stays in a small Arkansas community. That's not nothing.
How We Compare to Other Oversized Hoodie Brands
We're not the only oversized hoodie out there. But we might be the only one doing it this way.
| Giant Hoodies | The Oodie | The Comfy | Most Amazon Sellers | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Made In | USA (Fayetteville, AR) | China/Australia | China | China |
| Printed By | Hand, per order | Mass manufactured | Mass manufactured | Mass manufactured |
| Team Size | 5 people | Large international operation | Large international operation | Varies |
| Ships From | Arkansas | International warehouses | International warehouses | Various (often overseas) |
| Typical US Delivery | 2-5 days | 5-12 days | 5-10 days | 7-21 days |
| Thank-You Card | Handwritten | No | No | No |
| Custom Designs | Yes | No | No | Rarely |
| Designs Available | 7,000+ | 100+ | 30+ | Varies |
This isn't about saying those are bad companies. They're not. They make products people enjoy. But if knowing where your hoodie comes from and who made it matters to you — the answer with Giant Hoodies is simple and specific.
The Fayetteville Connection
We could've set up shop anywhere. There's a reason we're in Northwest Arkansas.
Fayetteville is the kind of place where people know their neighbors. It's a growing town with a real sense of community — local coffee shops, farmers markets, trails along the Ozarks, and a college-town energy that keeps things interesting. It's also centrally located in the US, which makes shipping fast to both coasts.
But mostly, it's home. Giant Hoodies started here in 2020 and grew here. The team is from here. The roots are here. When we say "made in Arkansas," it's not a label on a tag — it's the whole story.
What Our Customers Notice
People pick up on the details. Here's what we hear a lot:
"The handwritten card made my day. You can tell real people are behind this." — Jamie
"I've ordered from a lot of online brands. This is the first time I felt like a small business actually cared about my order." — Rachel
"Shipped fast, great quality, and it's made in the US? I'm a customer for life." — Derek
225,000+ customers. 4.9-star average. And every single order packed by hand. You can read more customer reviews on our reviews page, or see the full story in why 225,000+ people bought a Giant Hoodie.
Common Questions
Are Giant Hoodies really made in the USA?
Yes. Every Giant Hoodie is printed and packed at our facility in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The blank garments are sourced domestically, and all printing, quality inspection, and fulfillment happens in-house by our team of 5. When we say made in the USA, we mean it. Learn more about what goes into every hoodie in our story.
Why does "made in USA" matter for a hoodie?
It means tighter quality control (every hoodie is inspected individually), faster shipping (no overseas transit), a shorter supply chain, and direct support for US jobs. It also means you can trace exactly where your hoodie came from — not a vague "imported" label.
How can you offer 7,000+ designs with a team of 5?
Because we print on demand. We don't pre-make thousands of hoodies and store them in a warehouse. When you order, we print your specific design on sponge fleece right here in our facility. That model lets a small team offer a massive selection without the waste.
Do you really write thank-you cards by hand?
Every single order. It takes a little extra time, but it matters to us. If you've ordered before, check your box — you'll find one in there.
How fast does shipping take?
Most orders ship same or next business day from Fayetteville, AR. Delivery to most US addresses takes 2-5 days. No international shipping delays. Have questions? Contact us anytime.
Is Giant Hoodies a small business?
Yes. Founded in 2020, team of 5, based in Fayetteville, Arkansas. We've grown to 225,000+ customers, but we're still a small operation that handles every order personally. That's intentional — it's how we keep quality high and the experience personal.
How does your price compare to other oversized hoodies?
A Giant Hoodie is $55, or $39 each when you buy 3+. That's significantly less than the Oodie ($129) or The Comfy ($45-65), and you're getting a US-made, hand-printed product with way more design options. You can see how we stack up in our full Giant Hoodies vs Oodie comparison.
See It for Yourself
We're proud of how we make hoodies, but we know that what matters most is what shows up at your door. The quality. The feel. The print. The little card inside.
If you care about where your clothes come from — or you just want a ridiculously soft oversized hoodie with a design that actually matches your personality — we'd love to make one for you. By hand. In Arkansas. Not sure where to start? The Original Giant Hoodie in a solid color is a great first pick, or browse our best sellers to see what everyone's loving right now.
Browse 7,000+ Giant Hoodie designs →
Want to see how we compare to other brands? Check out our Best Oversized Hoodies of 2026 roundup or our detailed Giant Hoodies vs Oodie comparison. And once your hoodie arrives, check out our oversized hoodie outfit ideas for ways to wear it year-round.
