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Gildan 18000B Heavy Blend™ Crewneck Youth Sweatshirt
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Description
Blank Youth Crewneck Sweatshirt for School Programs and Custom Printing
The Gildan 18000B Heavy Blend Youth Crewneck Sweatshirt extends the proven reliability of the adult 18000 into youth sizing, making it the standard choice for school spirit programs, youth organizations, and children's branded apparel at bulk price points. The 50/50 Heavy Blend construction delivers the durability that active kids demand.
Key Features of Gildan 18000B Youth
- 8 oz 50/50 cotton/polyester Heavy Blend construction
- Youth sizing from S through XL
- Set-in sleeve for a well-proportioned youth fit
- Pre-shrunk for consistent sizing across bulk production runs
- Ribbed crew neckline and cuffs
- Double-needle stitching at waist and cuffs
- Available in a range of colors suited to school and team applications
Built for Schools, Youth Programs, and Kids' Bulk Merchandise
From elementary school spirit days to youth league uniforms and after-school program shirts, the 18000B delivers reliable bulk production for organizations that need quality at a budget-conscious price point. Consistent sizing across production runs makes it practical for large orders where size accuracy is critical.
Compatible Decoration Methods for Youth Crewnecks
The 18000B youth crewneck works well with:
- DTF transfers
- Screen printing
- Embroidery
- Vinyl heat transfers
Order Gildan 18000B Youth Crewneck Blanks at DTF Dallas
Available at DTF Dallas for bulk youth crewneck orders. Combine with our DTF transfer service for complete custom youth apparel production. Blank apparel orders placed by 2:00 PM CT, Monday through Saturday, ship the same day. Richardson offers 24/7 secure locker pickup once you receive your order-ready notification. Additional pickup locations are available in Argyle, Carrollton, Lucas, Mesquite, and Oak Cliff. Eligible orders placed by 5:00 AM CT may qualify for same-day pickup at these participating locations. Wait for your order-ready notification before arriving, and check your selected location's hours and pickup method on our pickup locations page, as access varies by location.
Shipping & Pickup
Order by 2:00 PM CT ship the same day, and 24/7 Free Richardson Pickup
801 Alpha Dr, Ste 112
Richardson, TX 75081
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Product Details
Gildan 18000B at a glance.
A compact guide to the fabric, fit, sizing, color, and production details decorators need before ordering Gildan 18000B youth Heavy Blend crewneck sweatshirts.
Gildan 18000B
The Heavy Blend crewneck sweatshirt.
Built for DTF transfers, screen printing, and custom merch. The youth version of the 8 oz 50/50 cotton-polyester Heavy Blend fleece crewneck at 20 singles, with a smooth low-pill face and a classic fit. Sold blank and ready for decoration; DTF transfers are available separately.
8 ozHeavy Blend Fleece
XS–XLYouth Sizes
ClassicFit
50/50Cotton/Poly
Key Specs
✦ Fast product checkQuick product details decorators check before ordering.
Fabric50/50 cotton/polyester Heavy Blend fleece
Weight8 oz / yd²
Singles20 singles, Heavy Blend fleece
FitClassic fit, youth crewneck
Trim1x1 rib with spandex, collar/cuffs/waistband
ConstructionSeamless body, double-needle waistband and cuffs
FinishSmoother face yarn, CPSIA tracking label
Size RangeYouth XS to XL (available to order)
50/50 Heavy Blend
8 oz Fleece
An 8 oz fleece at 20 singles in 50% cotton and 50% polyester, made with finer yarns and MVS Air spinning technology for a smoother printing surface and reduced pilling.
CPSIA Compliant
Made for Kids
Carries a CPSIA tracking label for children's product compliance in the US, plus a recycled high-performing black tear-away label for easy private-label relabeling.
Classic Fit
Seamless Body
A classic fit with a seamless body and a 1x1 rib collar, cuffs, and waistband with spandex, built as a durable youth team and merch blank.
Note: The 50% polyester content generally helps the 18000B hold its shape and can reduce shrinkage compared with many all-cotton fleece garments, though some dimensional change may still occur. It has a classic fit, a seamless body, a 1x1 rib with spandex at the collar, cuffs, and waistband, double-needle stitching at the waistband and cuffs, a CPSIA tracking label, and a recycled high-performing black tear-away label for easy rebranding. All youth colors are 50% cotton and 50% polyester at 20 singles. Exact composition may vary by color.
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YOUTH HEAVY BLEND CREWNECK · 8 OZ
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8 oz of 50/50 cotton and polyester fleece at 20 singles, made with finer yarns and MVS Air spinning technology. A durable, low-pill youth crewneck built for kids custom fleece and merch.
Why Decorators Pick This Blank
Why brands rely on the Gildan 18000B.
Six reasons the youth Heavy Blend crewneck is a go-to kids fleece blank for custom merch, DTF transfers, and screen printing.
Heavy Blend
8 oz fleece
An 8 oz 50/50 cotton-polyester fleece at 20 singles gives a warm, substantial hand that holds up as a bulk merch blank.
- 8 oz, 20 singles
- Heavy Blend fleece
Smooth Face
Finer face yarn
Finer yarns and MVS Air spinning create a smoother printing surface and reduce pilling versus a standard fleece blank.
- Reduced pilling
- Smooth print surface
Classic Fit
Classic fit
A classic fit with a comfortable youth silhouette across youth XS to XL. Check the size chart for garment measurements.
- Classic fit
- Youth XS to XL
1x1 Rib
Spandex trim
A 1x1 athletic rib at the collar, cuffs, and waistband with spandex gives enhanced stretch and recovery that holds its shape.
- 1x1 rib with spandex
- Double-needle stitching
Kids Compliant
CPSIA tracking label
Carries a CPSIA tracking label, the compliance labeling required for children's products in the US. Confirm your own decoration also meets CPSIA before selling to kids.
- CPSIA tracking label
- Youth sizing XS to XL
Matching Set
Pairs with 18200
The 18000B youth crewneck coordinates with the Gildan 18200 Heavy Blend sweatpants, so you can build and decorate a full fleece set.
- Matches Gildan 18200 sweatpants
- Recycled tear-away label
Color Palette
Heavy Blend Colors · 10 Youth Colorways
The Gildan 18000B comes in 10 youth colors, all 50% cotton and 50% polyester at 8 oz. Availability varies by color and current inventory.
White
50/50
Black
50/50
Dark Heather
50/50
Forest Green
50/50
Maroon
50/50
Navy
50/50
Red
50/50
Royal
50/50
Safety Pink
50/50, hi-vis
Sport Grey
50/50
Note: All 10 Gildan 18000B youth colors are 50% cotton and 50% polyester at 8 oz, 20 singles. Safety Pink is a high-visibility color. Exact composition and color availability may vary by stock level.
Sizing
Youth size chart.
All measurements are laid-flat garment dimensions in inches. The 18000B has a classic fit in youth sizing. Check the size chart below for garment measurements. Available youth XS to XL.
| Size | Numeric | Chest Width | Body Length | Sleeve Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 4 | 16" | 19.75" | 23.5" |
| S | 6-8 | 17" | 21.25" | 26.5" |
| M | 10-12 | 18" | 22.5" | 27.75" |
| L | 14-16 | 19" | 24" | 30.25" |
| XL | 18-20 | 20" | 25.5" | 33" |
Fit note: The 18000B has a classic fit with a 1x1 rib collar, cuffs, and waistband with spandex for stretch and recovery. It is cut in youth sizing XS to XL (numeric sizes 4 through 18-20). Review the laid-flat size chart before ordering to confirm the right size.
Measurement note: Chest width is the laid-flat measurement taken one inch below the armhole, not the full body circumference. Sleeve length is measured from center back. Measurements are approximate and may vary slightly by production run. Available youth XS to XL.
Measurement note: Chest width is the laid-flat measurement taken one inch below the armhole, not the full body circumference. Sleeve length is measured from center back. Measurements are approximate and may vary slightly by production run. Available youth XS to XL.
Decoration Methods
Gildan 18000B printing: what works best.
How each major decoration method performs on the 18000B. The Heavy Blend face is smooth and low-pill, but the 50% polyester content affects how the fleece responds to heat. The ratings below are the DTF Dallas decoration assessment, not manufacturer ratings, and may vary by ink, transfer, garment color, and equipment. Test one piece before a full run.
DTF (Direct-to-Film)
The smooth, low-pill Heavy Blend face holds clean DTF detail. Because the fabric is 50% polyester, follow the transfer manufacturer's recommended settings and test one piece first to check for dye migration on darker colors.
Best for: Custom merch, team fleece, events
Screen Printing
A decorator favorite for fleece. Use a low-bleed or poly white underbase on darker colors, since polyester dye can migrate under cure heat. Safety colors are prone to scorching, so keep dryer temps in check.
Best for: Bulk merch, team orders
Embroidery
At 8 oz the Heavy Blend fleece is an ideal embroidery base. Use a proper backing and stabilizer. The dense fleece supports left-chest logos and larger designs well.
Best for: Logos, workwear, branded fleece
DTG (Direct-to-Garment)
DTG bonds to the cotton content, though a 50/50 blend gives less ink absorption than all-cotton. Expect a slightly softer print and pretreat accordingly. Test the exact color first.
Best for: Small runs, on-demand
Heat Transfer Vinyl (HTV)
HTV bonds well to the fleece. Pre-press briefly to flatten and remove moisture, and confirm your vinyl is rated for cotton-poly blends.
Best for: Names, numbers, team sets
Sublimation
Sublimation bonds only to the polyester content, so results on a 50/50 blend look faded by design. This can work as an intentional vintage effect on lighter colors, but it will not match a 100% polyester garment. Test the exact color first.
Best for: Faded vintage effects (test first)
Common Problems & Fixes
Blend, fit, or print questions? Start here.
The 18000B is an 8 oz 50/50 youth Heavy Blend fleece. Here is how to handle common fabric, fit, print, and wash-care questions.
PressFollow film instructions
Dark colorsTest for dye migration
Kids complianceCPSIA tracking label
Cause
The 18000B is a 50/50 cotton-polyester Heavy Blend. The polyester adds durability and shape retention but responds to heat differently than all-cotton.
Fix
Follow the transfer manufacturer's recommended settings for blends and test one piece first. If you want a cotton-face option, compare with a ring-spun fleece.
Cause
Children's products sold in the US require CPSIA tracking label compliance, and decoration added to a kids garment is part of the finished product.
Fix
The 18000B carries a CPSIA tracking label. Confirm your own transfers, inks, and any added components also meet CPSIA before selling to children.
Cause
The 50% polyester content means polyester dye can migrate into light-colored ink under press or cure heat, especially on darker colors.
Fix
Test the exact color first. If dye migration appears, use a low-bleed or blocker transfer and follow the transfer manufacturer's settings for blends.
Cause
Youth fleece takes heavy, repeated wear and frequent washing, which can pill or stretch out a lower-quality blank.
Fix
The Heavy Blend face yarn and 1x1 rib with spandex resist pilling and hold their shape. Wash warm inside out and tumble dry low to extend the life of the print.
Cause
The 50% polyester helps the 18000B hold its shape and reduce shrinkage compared with many all-cotton fleece garments, though some change may still occur.
Fix
Follow the garment care label, wash warm inside out, and tumble dry low. Wash-test one piece before a large decorated run.
Cause
The 18000B is a crewneck only. To build a full youth fleece set, you need a matching bottom in the same Heavy Blend family.
Fix
Add the Gildan 18200 Heavy Blend sweatpants to coordinate the hand and color for a complete decorated set.
Who Orders It In Bulk
The youth fleece crewneck for custom merch.
An 8 oz 50/50 youth Heavy Blend fleece with a classic fit. These blank youth crewneck sweatshirts are a go-to for schools, youth sports teams, camps, kids merch brands, and print shops.
BrandsKids Merch Brands
Brands that want a warm youth fleece crewneck with a smooth print face for premium kids and family custom merch.
SchoolsSchools & Spirit Wear
Schools, PTAs, and clubs that need an affordable, durable youth crewneck for spirit wear and class group orders.
TeamsYouth Sports Teams
Youth sports teams and clubs that want a durable crewneck for sideline and off-season wear, with a matching Gildan 18200 bottom.
CampsCamps & Youth Programs
Summer camps, after-school programs, and youth groups that need durable matching crewnecks for kids in a range of colors.
Print ShopsPrint Shops & Studios
Print shops that want a dependable, low-pill fleece blank with a smooth surface for DTF, screen, and embroidery jobs at scale.
Style It With
Complete the look with matching pieces.
Pair the 18000B with the rest of a full look: blank tote bags, t-shirts and tees, joggers, and headwear, so customers can buy a complete set instead of a single crewneck.
Related Styles
Matching Gildan Heavy Blend styles.
Pair the 18000B with the rest of the Gildan Heavy Blend family: the youth hoodie, youth sweatpants, youth full-zip hoodie, and the matching adult crewneck and hoodie, so you can outfit kids and adults in one coordinated fleece lineup.
Compare
Comfort of the Gildan 18000B vs. the Jerzees 562BR.
Two youth 8 oz crewneck fleece blanks. The 18000B is a Heavy Blend 50/50; the Jerzees 562BR is a NuBlend 50/50, the closest youth value match.
Youth Heavy Blend
Gildan 18000B
An 8 oz 50/50 Heavy Blend youth fleece crewneck at 20 singles, with a smooth low-pill face, seamless body, and a 1x1 rib collar, cuffs, and waistband with spandex.
VS
Youth NuBlend
Jerzees 562BR
An 8 oz 50/50 NuBlend youth fleece crewneck, a pill-resistant value crew in a comparable weight, the closest youth alternative to the 18000B.
| Brand & Style | Weight | Fabric | Style |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gildan 18000B | 8 oz | 50/50 Heavy Blend | Youth crewneck |
| Jerzees 562BR | 8 oz | 50/50 NuBlend | Youth crewneck |
| Gildan 18000 | 8 oz | 50/50 Heavy Blend | Adult crewneck |
| Gildan 18500B | 8 oz | 50/50 Heavy Blend | Youth hoodie |
*Fabric and weight vary by brand. These are youth and adult fleece blanks. The 18000B is the youth Heavy Blend 50/50 crewneck, built for kids merch and group orders at value.
Quick Rule of Thumb
Choose the 18000B for a youth Heavy Blend crew with a smooth, low-pill print face. Choose the Jerzees 562BR if you need a NuBlend youth crew already in your catalog. For adult sizing, go with the Gildan 18000.
Looking For Something Else?
Not quite the right blank for your order?
Want a youth hood: try Gildan 18500B for the matching youth Heavy Blend pullover hoodie.
Want matching bottoms: add the Gildan 18200 adult Heavy Blend sweatpants to coordinate a full set.
Want adult sizing: try the Gildan 18000 adult Heavy Blend crewneck in the same fleece, XS to 5XL.
Want an adult hood: try the Gildan 18500 adult Heavy Blend pullover hoodie.
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Our Gildan 18000B youth bulk blanks are sold unprinted. For designed, printed, and ready-to-wear youth sweatshirts, visit our custom Gildan 18000B youth sweatshirt printing service.
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FAQ
What to know before ordering the Gildan 18000B.
The Gildan 18000B is the youth version of the Heavy Blend crewneck sweatshirt in 8 oz 50/50 cotton and polyester at 20 singles. The Heavy Blend fleece is made with finer yarns and MVS Air spinning for a smoother printing surface and reduced pilling, with a classic fit, seamless body, and 1x1 rib collar, cuffs, and waistband with spandex. It runs XS through XL in youth sizing. See the size chart and color range below to order.
The Gildan 18000B and adult 18000 share the same 8 oz Heavy Blend 50/50 fleece and construction, but the 18000B is cut in youth sizes XS through XL while the 18000 runs adult sizes XS through 5XL. Choose the 18000B for kids and youth group orders and the 18000 for adult sizing. The two coordinate for family and team sets. Review both size charts before ordering.
No, the Gildan 18000B is a 50/50 blend of 50% cotton and 50% polyester at 20 singles across all youth colors. The polyester content helps the fleece resist pilling and hold its shape. Because the fabric is a blend, test your heat settings on the color you plan to order before pressing a full run, since polyester content affects dye migration.
Yes, the Gildan 18000B works with DTF transfers. The Heavy Blend face yarn gives a smooth, low-pill surface that holds clean detail on the smaller youth print area. Because the fabric is 50% polyester, follow the transfer manufacturer's recommended settings and test one sweatshirt first to check for dye migration. The 18000B is sold blank and ready for your own DTF transfers or other decoration.
Yes, the Gildan 18000B carries a CPSIA tracking label, which is the compliance labeling required for children's products in the United States. It also uses a recycled high-performing black tear-away label so decorators can relabel for private-label youth merch. Confirm your own decoration and any added components also meet CPSIA requirements before selling to children. See the product features below for construction detail.
The Gildan 18000B uses a 1x1 athletic rib knit at the collar, cuffs, and waistband with spandex for enhanced stretch and recovery. This helps the trim hold its shape through repeat wear and wash, which matters for active kids. The body is a classic fit with a seamless body and double-needle stitching at the waistband and cuffs. See the product features below for the full construction detail.
The Gildan 18000B comes in youth XS through XL with a classic fit. Chest runs from 16 inches at XS to 20 inches at XL laid flat, and body length runs from 19.75 to 25.5 inches, matching numeric youth sizes 4 through 18-20. Measurements are approximate and vary slightly by production run. Available colors and sizes vary by inventory, and DTF Dallas can help source additional 18000B combinations for Richardson pickup. Check the full size chart above before ordering.
Yes, the Gildan 18000B youth crewneck coordinates with the matching Gildan 18200 Heavy Blend sweatpants for a complete set. Both share the same Heavy Blend fleece family, so the colors and hand coordinate. Order DTF Dallas transfers before 2:00 PM CT to decorate the 18000B and build a matching custom youth fleece set.
Local Shopping & Service Area
Stocked in Richardson, TX for Dallas-Fort Worth orders.
Order Gildan 18000B youth Heavy Blend crewneck sweatshirts. Our main production facility and Richardson pickup location is at 801 Alpha Dr, Ste 112, Richardson, TX 75081. Place your blank apparel order by 2:00 PM CT for free Richardson same-day pickup, available 24/7 through secure lockers once you receive your order-ready notification.
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