Made in the UKFabric designs sample prints allow you to see the amazing reproduction quality of your own graphics on 100+ fabrics. Each fabric produces a different print, and you also get to feel the texture to ensure it's exactly the right fabric for your project. Choose from a range of sizes and our wide range of textiles for your printed samples.
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Stiff, Matte, Opaque, Woven, Poly. Lighter Weight Canvas. Use: artist canvas, upholstery, cushions, wall art.
100% polyester
Heavy weight, rustic plain weave canvas. Hard wearing, Sailor's canvas. Uses: soft furnishings, bags, cushions, home textiles. Softens with washing. Edges will fray. Chunky weave, so fine detail not recommend.
100% Polyester
Real Silk Georgette 50gsm. 10 Momme Weight. Light, thin, soft, wavy, sheer, luxury. Uses: scarves, lingerie, fine detailing. Super bright colours & deep blacks using reactive ink chemistry
100% Silk Reactive inks
Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 6% Warp: 9%
Real Silk Satin 50gsm. 12 Momme lighter weight. Shiny face, luxury handle, beautiful drape. Soft, strong colours, good detail. Uses: light scarves and accessories, fine detailing. Super bright colours & deep blacks using reactive ink chemistry
100% Silk
Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 1.5% Warp: 1%
100% natural silk twill. 12.5 momme, 54gsm. Super soft, lightweight. Great for pocket squares, scarves, and high end garments. Super bright colours & deep blacks using reactive ink chemistry
100% Silk Reactive inks
Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 1.5% Warp: 1%
100% pure Silk.16mm or 60gsm. Off white base colour with a sparkle. Soft lightweight fine quality, with a crepe finish and light ribs in the weft. Airy, light, flowing, soft yet strong. Super bright colours & deep blacks using reactive ink chemistry
100% Silk
Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 1% Warp: 1%
Real silk Satin 85gsm. 19 Momme Weight. Shiny face, luxury handle, beautiful drape. Soft, strong colours, good detail. Uses: garments, lingerie, scarves. Super bright colours & deep blacks using reactive ink chemistry
100% Silk Reactive inks
Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 4% Warp: 2%
70% wool, 30% silk. Woven in Italy. Light cream base colour, open plain weave. Airy, light, flowing. Soft yet strong. Super bright colours & deep blacks using reactive ink chemistry.
70% wool 30% silk
Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 5% Warp: 3.5%
Soft, light and airy. Silky smooth surface, with a starchy stiff handle. Plain weave 100% cotton lawn. Printed with pigment inks.
100% Supima cotton Pigment Inks
Soft, light and airy. Silky smooth surface, flows and drapes beautifully. Softer washed finish. Plain weave 100% cotton lawn. Super bright colours and deep blacks, strong wash fastness, using reactive ink chemistry.
100% Supima cotton Reactive Inks
Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 6% Warp: 1%
Floaty and buttery soft fabric with an elegant drape. Plain woven lightweight 100% viscose with slight stretch in the weft. Super bright colours & deep blacks when layered. Printed using reactive ink chemistry.
100% viscose
Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 8.5% Warp: 5%
Medium weight bright white cotton, with crisscross texture. Sharp and defined pigment print with bright colours and deep blacks, working well with the classic slub texture. Uses: Garments like shirts, dresses, light jackets, and homeware items such as tablecloths, napkins, tea towels, bedding.
100% cotton Pigment Inks
325 thread count, high quality bedding material. 100% BCI cotton (Better Cotton Initiative). Bright white base colour, smooth luxury delicate yet durable material. 5-Star hotel bedlinen quality. Wide width material at up to 175cm print width.
100% cotton Pigment Inks
Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 1% Warp: 1%
Certified Organic, Optic White, 100% Cotton Poplin. Super bright colours and deep blacks, strong wash fastness, using reactive ink chemistry.
100% Organic Cotton Reactive Inks
Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 2% Warp: 1%
Organic Cotton Satin with shiny satin face and matte reverse. Sharp print quality and broad colour range with rich colours. Woven from organic cotton yarn. Use to create skirts, trousers, dresses, light jackets, and workwear, or light upholstery and kitchen textiles.
100% organic cotton Pigment Inks
Medium weight 100% linen plain weave fabric. Contains characteristic slubs and bobbles, will include occasional unprinted white dots. Super bright colours & deep blacks using reactive ink chemistry. Uses: clothing, kitchen textiles, curtains, light upholstery.
100% linen Reactive Print
Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 5.8% Warp: 1.6%
Basic plain weave, dyed white cotton calico. A simple cotton, dyed white for optimal colour.
100% cotton Pigment Inks
Mid weight fine Warp Satin with matte finish, woven from 100% cotton. Uses: garments, light furnishings.
100% cotton Pigment Inks
100% cotton, classic Twill. 3/1 Twill weave. Medium weight, great for outer garments, light upholstery.
100% cotton
Cotton 95% / Linen 5% blend. Plain weave with slub yarns in the weft. Durable, strong, breathable, absorbent, cool & smooth. Use for craft, aprons, table ware outer garments and more.
95% cotton 5% linen Pigment Inks
Heavy weight Warp Satin, verging on canvas weight. Robust material with great print detail and broad, bright, and defined colour range. Use for heavy garments like jackets, trousers, jumpsuits. Also ideal for upholstery.
100% cotton Pigment Inks
Medium weight cotton drill, strong base fabric with bright white colour. Good drape, for lighter clothing and craft projects.
100% cotton
10oz Denim, bright white base. Strong durable fabric, great for garments/clothing.
100% cotton
Off-white/beige base colour with flecks of seeds. A rustic, natural half-panama weave, that is 100% certified organic cotton.
100% organic cotton
100% Organic Cotton Canvas. Rustic, half panama weave canvas weight. White base colour, charming and soft fabric. Muted print colours. Cushions, craft, light upholstery.
100% organic cotton
Heavyweight drill weave Bull denim
100% cotton
Soft Peached surface, Matte, Slightly Transparent, Woven, Blend. Light but strong touch. Use: bedding, pillows, sheets.
100% polyester
Lightweight, with subtle crepe sheen. Expertly selected for floaty garments. 100% polyester
100% polyester
Soft, Matte, Opaque, Woven, Poly. Half Panama and durable weave. Use: table cloths, shopping bags.
100% polyester
Medium weight, soft matte fashion crepe. Great for garments, dresses and more.
100% polyester
Classic 2/2 Twill weave in a poly blend. Strong and durable fabric. Upholstery, cushions and more.
100% polyester
Stiff, Shiny, Semi-Transparent, Woven, Poly. Cost effective alternative to natural silk. Fantastic shimmer and drape. Use: quilting, clothing embellishments, bag linings.
100% polyester
Classic Crepe de Chine fabric, light flowing fabric, with textured crepe face. Great for scarves, and light garments.
100% polyester
Opalescent, fluid fabric. High-shine surface and light reflection. Use: Evening/cocktail wear & formal occasions but also daywear. Shimmers beautifully.
100% polyester
Soft, light, satin faced. Lovely drape and feel. Use for garment linings, decorative cushions, light flowing clothing.
97% polyester 3% elastane
Classic Taffeta fabric. Made from a poly blend. Sheen and shimmer, great body. Classic for dress making.
100% polyester
Velvet satin is the latest in fabric technology, combining the rich texture of velvet with all the silky smoothness of satin. The unique weaving technique allows the flirtatious play of light and shadow. Its soft and lightweight touch makes it ideal for dresses, skirts, tops or even trousers, turning all designs into a high fashion statement.
100% polyester
Soft, Shiny, Semi-Transparent, Woven, Poly. Light weight shimmering sateen. Matte back. Use: bag linings, clothing, scarves.
100% polyester
Stiff, Shiny, Opaque, Woven, Poly. Medium weight sateen face. Use: dresses, soft furnishing.
100% polyester
Soft, Shiny, Opaque, Woven, Poly. Luxury sateen faced heavy textile. Fantastic print detail. Use: upholstery, cushions, quilting, curtains, drapes. Made in Japan
100% polyester
Classic Ripstop fabric with strengthened square grid. Some transparency with print going 60% through to reverse. Waterproof.
100% polyester
Light weight, PU coated waterproof fabric. Great for light garments e.g. wind breakers and applications such as Umbrellas, waterproof linings
100% polyester
Stiff, Does Not Fray, Shiny, Semi-Transparent, Woven, Poly. Splashproof. Use: flags, rain jackets, umbrellas.
100% polyester
Stiff, Does Not Fray, Slight Shine, Semi-Transparent, Non-Woven, Poly. Waterproof tough milk finish fabric. Use: shower curtains, waterproof clothing.
100% polyester
Breathable 100% polyester fabric coated on one side with Polyurethane (PU) resistant to penetration by water and wetting, great for outdoor clothing, waterproof jackets, tents, groundsheets.
100% polyester
Peach finish face. Splash proof. Frays. Woven with no stretch Use for garment outer. Use for outdoor cushions. Use for splash proof garments.
100% polyester
Soft, Matte, Holes/Net, Woven, Poly. Soft and dry handle. Use: embellishments, clothing, curtains, drapes.
100% polyester
Light, sheer plain wove voile. Great drape and smooth feel. Dresses, blouses, lingerie, trim & scarves
100% polyester
Soft, smooth, and strong poly muslin fabric. A classic voile like weave, open net. Dresses, scarves, blouses, shirts, craft.
100% polyester
Soft and dry Georgette fabric, with twisted yarns. Made from synthetic fibres, stunning colour and wash fastness. Scarves, trim, bridal wear.
100% polyester
Soft, Shiny, Stretchy, Opaque, knitted, Poly. Super bright print, with shimmer, ripple and shine. Use: dresses, soft furnishing, clothing.
98% polyester 2% elastane
Soft, Does Not Fray, Matte, Opaque, Woven, Poly. Super soft brushed textile. Use: scarves, blankets, day robes, gloves, garments linings, large sleeping bags
100% polyester
Classic Chenille fabric with "caterpillar" pile on the face. Soft but strong and with good drape. Great for garments (bathrobes) and furniture upholstery.
100% polyester
Terry towel like split fibre towelling. Use: towels, dressing gowns, bathroom. Front side (face) is durable microfibre, back absorbent cotton terry.
55% polyester, 45% cotton
2 - 3mm thick. Soft, Elastic, Does Not Fray, Matte, Opaque, Woven, Poly. Black neoprene back, light white poly face. One of our most unique printable fabrics. Use: gadget cases, wetsuits, yoga mats.
Face = 100% polyester. Centre = neoprene. Backing = 100% nylon.
Heavy weight, brushed faux velvet with shimmer effect. Amazing luxury feel. Short dense pile with excellent recovery giving very sharp print detail. The pile runs in different directions, which causes a pretty, dappled effect.
Face : 100% Poly. Backing : 65% poly 35% cotton
Soft, does not fray, Matte, Opaque, Non-Woven, Poly. Faux suede face. Use: upholstery, cushions. Fire Retardant.
100% polyester
Stretch fabric with super soft brushed front. Soft cuddly feel. Popular handle. Uses: Jacket linings, kimono, dressing gown, cushions,
100% polyester
Elegant, stylish and utterly sumptuous short piled Soft Velvet.
100% polyester
Heavy weight, brushed faux velvet with shimmer effect. Amazing luxury feel. Short dense pile with excellent recovery giving very sharp print detail. Pile runs smooth top to bottom. Great for cushions, upholstery, bags and more.
100% polyester
Soft, Matte, Woven, Poly. Linen look. Coarse weave, large fibres. Off white base. Not totally Opaque. Great for craft projects. Use: coats / garments, soft furnishing, craft projects, cushions.
100% polyester
Soft, Matte, Woven, Herringbone weave. Cotton feel. Medium weight. Some transparency. Use: soft furnishing, craft projects.
100% polyester
Soft, Brushed Face, Matte, Opaque, Woven. Soft brushed feel, white, opaque, close weave. Use: jackets, upholstery, cushions, soft furnishing, craft projects.
100% polyester
Soft, Matt, Opaque, Woven. Cotton twill look. Use: coats, artist canvas, soft furnishing, craft projects.
100% polyester
Stiff, Matte, Semi-Transparent, Woven. Strong and durable. Use: artist canvas, soft furnishing, craft projects.
100% polyester
Medium weight knitted raschel lace, with repeated Floral motif. Use for trim, layering, craft.
100% polyester
Soft, Does Not Fray, Matte, Non-Woven, Poly. Power mesh open weave fabric. Use: clothing embellishments, nightwear, lingerie. Good drape. Expect shrinkage 1-2% weft, 10-12% warp.
90% polyester 10% elastane
Soft, Elastic, Matte, Opaque, Woven, Poly. 4-way-stretch, matte finish poly/viscose textile. Use: dresses, hot pants, bodysuits, leggings. 90% poly / 10% lycra
90% poly / 10% lycra
Soft, Shiny, Woven, Poly. 4 way stretch, shimmer faced poly/viscose fabric. Use: dresses, contour T's, clothing, leggings. 85%poly 15% elastane
85% polyester 15% elastane
Medium weight, soft, 4-way stretch, slinky and smooth. Bright punchy print. Fantastic for leggings, swimwear, garments & sportswear. 82%poly/18%Lycra
82% polyester 18% lycra
Thick stretchy power Lycra like cycle short or compression fabric. Good sporty feel
92% poly / 8% elastane
Heavyweight Scuba knitted "Lycra". Good stretch on the width. Like thin neoprene. Compression clothing, Uses: garments, winter leggings, tight body hugging dresses
95% polyester 5% elastane
Heavyweight Scuba knitted "Lycra" with crepe face. Good stretch on the width. Like thin neoprene. Compression clothing, Uses: garments, tight body hugging dresses.
94% polyester 6% elastane
Lightweight, semi-transparent knitted jersey. With varying width "slub yarns" on weft. Use for garments, tops.
100% polyester
Airflow Light Sports Fabric. Super stretchy and breathable. Moisture-wicking.
100% polyester
Soft, Elastic, Matte, Opaque, Knitted, Poly. Soft touch Jersey. Use: clothing, t-shirts. OekoTex approved.
96% polyester 4% elastane
Soft sublimation printed cotton/elastane jersey. 96% Recycled Polyester, 4% Elastane Use: clothing, t-shirts. Polyester yarn made from 100% Post-consumer waste.
96% Recycled Polyester, 4% Elastane
Super soft reactive printed cotton/elastane jersey. Deep vibrant colours, great soft handle, good body and weight. 94% cotton 6% elastane. Due to the nature of jersey shrinkage has to be expected. We recommend ordering larger than required and cutting to correct size.
94% cotton 6% elastane
Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 3% Warp: 6%
High specification cotton jersey fabric. Intense saturated colours using reactive printing. 94% Supima cotton 6% elastane. Strong wash fastness with no loss of colour. Highest quality premium Supima cotton long staple yarn. Due to the nature of jersey shrinkage has to be expected. We recommend ordering larger than required and cutting to correct size.
Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 1% Warp: 3%
High end innovative blend using contemporary fibres, with a silky handle, breathable and light. Intense saturated colours using reactive printing. 63% Tencel™ 31% Cotton 6% elastane. Strong wash fastness with no loss of colour. Tencel™ derived from renewable wood sources, cotton from sustainable sources.
63% Tencel 31% Cotton 6% elastane
Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 1% Warp: 3%
Soft pigment printed 95% cotton / 5% Lycra single jersey. Good colour strength and strong wash fastness at cool temperatures. Due to the nature of jersey shrinkage has to be expected. We recommend ordering larger than required and cutting to correct size.
95% cotton 5% elastane pigment inks
Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 1% Warp: 3%
Medium weight, soft and stretchy. Eyelet knit gives honeycomb surface effect. Breathable. Use for sports garments.
100% polyester
Circular knitted, loose knitwear fabric, with good stretch & recovery. 95 poly / 5 elastane. Use for knitwear, garments.
95% polyester 5% elastane
97 poly / 3 elastane. Stretchy substantial crepe faced knitted jersey. Use for dress, garments, ladies wear
97% polyester 3% elastane
Drapey, fluid and figure hugging reactive printed Viscose/elastane jersey. Deep vibrant colours, great soft silky handle, with good stretch and recovery 96% Viscose 4% Elastane. Due to the nature of jersey, print size can vary, we recommend ordering larger than required and cutting to correct size.
96% Viscose 4% Elastane
Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 3% Warp: 6%
Stretchy and lightweight jersey with beautifully soft feel. Perfect for slim fit body conscious garments accentuating the beauty of the human form. It feels like second skin and holds the shape incredibly well. 96% polyester 4% elastane
96% polyester 4% elastane
Weft knitted single jersey, Fine rib detail on face. Good stretch on weft. Expertly selected for Ladies fashion. 95% polyester 5% elastane
95% polyester 5% elastane
Weft knitted sports jersey, smooth flat and breathable. Expertly selected for Athleisure garments. 96% polyester 4% elastane
96% polyester 4% elastane
A jersey ply. Knitted face and back with very light wadding layer between. Permanent stamped quilting diamonds. A good amount of stretch on width. Garments, bag making if paired with lining.
95% polyester 5% elastane
Soft, Elastic, Matte, Opaque, Knitted, Poly. Pique knit, stretch Jersey. Use: dresses, clothing.
97% polyester 3% elastane
Heavy weight double knit Ponte jersey with matte finish. Great stretch and recovery on weft. Great for sculpted garments. Strong and stable. 97% polyester 3% elastane
97% polyester 3% elastane
Soft, Loop Back, Matte, Knitted, Poly. White faced, loop back stretch jersey. Use: jumpers, hoodies, track suits.
100% polyester
Soft, Elastic, Brushed Back, Matte, Opaque, Knitted, Poly. Brushed back heavy stretch Jersey. Use: clothing, furnishing, jumpers, hoodies.
100% polyester
Breathable, 2 ply heavyweight soft shell jersey. Stretch in weft. Soft brushed back, with smooth scuba face. Structured drape. Use for outer wear, jackets.
100% polyester
Soft, Elastic, Matte, Opaque, Woven, Poly. Acoustic fabric. Attach and affix to your speakers grille panel. Use: speaker grilles, garments, unit coverings,
100% polyester
Pressed. Non Woven. Stiff, Does Not Fray, matte, opaque, poly. Scroll or paper like double sided face. Untearable, does not crease. Use: wallpaper, large format posters, lightweight business cards, flyers, maps, wallets, box coverings, crafting,
100% polyester
Soft, Matt, Opaque, Woven, Poly. 50% Poly and 50% cotton mix creating unique desaturated print. Use: drapes, bedding, pillows.
50% polyester 50% cotton
Made from 100% recycled polyester materials. Plain weave with large yarns. Ideal for soft furnishings, outer wear and general craft.
100% recycled polyester
90% PVC, 5% Polyester, 5% Cotton. Durable "leather" stamp effect leatherette. 30k Martindale rub test for durability, BS5852 cigarette & match FR test for UK domestic furnishings. Waterproof (BS3424.5A).
90% pvc 5% polyester 5% cotton
Faux leather, with textured leather look. Bright optic white. Fire rated BS5852 Crib 5 when used with Schedule 3 Flame Retardant Interliner. Use for light/decorative traffic upholstery, bags and more. PVC face, polyester backing. Contains NO animal products.
face: 100% PVC backing: 100% polyester
Elegant, stylish and utterly sumptuous short piled Chichi Soft Velour. Passes 30k Martindale rub test for durability, passes BS5852 cigarette & match FR test for UK domestic furnishings.
100% polyester
Stiff, Does Not Fray, Matte, Holes/Net. For needlepoint embroidery. Stiff open weave canvas with your image printed as a guide. Use: tapestry.
100% cotton
Stiff, Does Not Fray, Matte, Holes/Net. For needlepoint embroidery. Stiff open weave canvas with your image printed as a guide. Use: tapestry.
100% cotton
Stiff, Does Not Fray, Matte, Holes/Net. For needlepoint embroidery. Stiff open weave canvas with your image printed as a guide. Use: tapestry.
100% cotton
Aida 14 count cross stitch fabric. 100% cotton.
100% cotton
Poly Felt 1mm
100% polyester
Poly Felt 3mm
100% polyester
Stiff, textured front, bright white with slight gloss sheen. Great for interior roller blinds. Fade resistant for 5 years. FR to BS 5867 part 2 / DIN 4102 B1. Wipe clean only. Not suitable for high wear applications.
100% polyester
Soft, textured front, bright white with slight matte finish. Great for interior roller blinds. Wipe clean only. Not suitable for high wear applications.
100% polyester
>Fabric Reality Check! Please allow a degree of shrinkage per fabric due to the processing techniques required to make a great print. The shrinkage degree varies fabric to fabric but can be as much as 8%. Average 2.5 %. We do not use Pantone colours or offer any colour matching but we do have great colour ability (we are pretty good/accurate on pantones). There are occasional variations in fabric weave that are a characteristic of textiles and should not be classed as defective unless extreme. Each textile can have minor colour variation from one to another. It is unlikely to be a true likeness to compare your screen or your printer output to printed fabric unless you have a calibrated monitor, and there are fabric printing limitations to take into account.
A5 = 14.85cm x 21cm
A4 = 21cm x 29.7cm
A3 = 29.7cm x 42
A2 = 59.4cm x 42cm
A1 = 59.4cm x 84.1cm
Your fabric sample is sent "As it is" which means that when your sample is printed we will loosely cut around the edges. Therefore the print that you will receive will be the entire fabric piece with your print on it, and a potential small border of the plain fabric around the edges.
For main fabric printing orders go here. See more in depth details about the specific textiles on the dedicated fabric information pages here
Manufacturer of photo gifts, custom products, and printed textiles. Since 2003 we have developed our own range of products and built a production facility serving the consumer, designers as well as industry.
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*voucher cannot be used for test prints or samples. Minimum spend: $50.
If you can’t decide on which photo to use, you can upload multiple images and create a photo collage. This can be done using one of our pre-set montage templates, or you can create your own entirely from scratch. It’s super easy to do and the possibilities are endless.
Smart Collage
Adjust the sizes of your photos and move them around in a smart grid.
Plain (No background)
Your photos in a grid and placed on a plain background.
Photo Frame
Your photos in a grid placed on a copy of one of the images as a background.
Scatter
Your photos cover the entire area and are placed on a layered background made up of copies of your images.
Plain Heart (No background)
Your photos in a heart shaped outline and placed on a plain background.
Frame Heart
Your photos in a heart shaped outline and placed on a copy of one of the images as a background.
Do it Yourself
Your photos are placed onto your design for you to arrange exactly as you’d like.
Step 1 – Click the start design button & select your product options.
Step 2 – Go to the ‘Images & Text Tools’ tab, click the ‘add images/Text’ button on your product & ‘Select Images to Upload’ or use the Facebook/Instagram tabs.
Step 3 – Choose the images you want to use for your collage, upload & select them from the uploaded photos list.
Step 4 – Click ‘Create montage’ & select your collage style.
Step 5 – Add the collage to your design.
Your printed fabric samples are created using specialist techniques and modern methods. Your designs are bonded to the fabrics using eco-friendly inks to create a lasting and vibrant print.
We print at 200dpi, which is a good combination of quality and file weight. Ideally, your image should be scaled to 100% at 200dpi; this means that no resizing of your file occurs, preventing any interpolation. Our design interface will have a quality marker next to the design that you have uploaded, this will change colour using a traffic light system and display a message. The message will let you know if the resolution is too low or if you have a good quality image.
When you upload your design our system will automatically scale it to fit your chosen fabric dimensions. In the ‘Product Options’ tab, the displayed dimensions under ‘Print Size’ will show the dimensions of the piece of fabric that you are ordering. For image/design dimensions you need to see the ‘Images & Text Tools’ tab. You can see and edit the dimensions of the image under the quality information next to the thumbnail.
We advise providing images in the RGB colour space. Specifically using the sRGB image profile, to achieve best colour results. What does this mean? In your editing software choose RGB as the working space, and assign the image profile as sRGB (full name sRGB IEC61966-2.1)
For most of our fabrics, there is no limit on the length of the fabric that you can order. We have a preview design window set up to 10m max to visualise the print, but that's not a print limit. If you'd like to order more, increase the quantity (x2 for 20m or x4 for 40m for example) and then you can order as much as you'd like, with a built-in automatic volume discount too. The maximum print width of each fabric can be found on the individual fabric pages or in our design interface.
Yes, that might help you! Always incorporate any extra space or boarders into your purchased fabric size. We trim squarely around fabric samples and fabric prints, leaving approximately 5mm white space. Cutting neatly on the line has an additional fee.
Crocking, which is fading along the creases, often after washing or heavy use, occurs when you digitally print on natural fabrics - more so when dark or dense colours are used. It can be minimised by using a cool hand wash instead of machine washing as the tumbling of the machine is the main cause of this. To avoid entirely, we would advise using a poly fabric.
Our organic fabrics do not have any coatings that the non-organic fabrics have. This means the ink absorbs into the fibres, reducing the colour strength slightly (by approx. -40%). For super strong colours we recommend a non-organic natural fabric.
Unfortunately not; we like to test meticulously so that we know what gets best results on our fabrics, and our facilities cater perfectly to them. We do however print sublimation paper to order, and if you have access to a heat press you can press your own fabrics easily.
For multi-coloured or very detailed files we recommend using a tiff format, but they must be flattened. For simple colours and low detail files, a jpeg is fine.
Just like many fabric printing processes, there is the potential for shrinkage. Depending on the fabric, please expect and allow between 2-8% shrinkage which you need to plan for in your dimensions. This percentage can vary from print run to print run and between fabrics, so we would advise ordering a little more material than you require for your project.
We do not offer to print on both sides of the fabric. A lot of our fabrics are semi-transparent or have some show through and this wouldn't work with double-sided printing. This is not a service that we offer on any of our fabrics.
At the moment no, our labels are all printed on the same satin fabric. We may introduce more in the future, but for now, this is the best choice. The labels are all cut the same way. You can order the fabric of your choice and make the labels yourself, but we do not cut different fabric into label format.
With environmental consciousness in mind, our fabrics are all printed using completely water-based inks. This means no chemicals or solvents are used. Our heat fixing procedure fixes the colours and prints, avoiding the downsides of steaming, such as excess or contaminated water returning into the waste system. We have one facility in London where we conduct all the printing, production and fulfilment. Rather than roll the fabrics, or send them in a tube, we fold them before they are sent out to you. This saves over 150 tubes a week, as well as a lot of space on the delivery van. (For delicate fabrics we ensure to package appropriately).
We work at improving our colour profiles all the time. Though rare it may happen that from one print run to another, and there could be slight colour differences, this is normal and part of the process when we are constantly improving. It is extremely unlikely that there will be a huge difference (like orange instead of red for example). Please bear in mind such colour variations can be intensified from fabric to fabric due to the varying grains and textures of the fabric; natural fabrics tend to have more muted colours than their poly alternatives. This is due to the construction of the materials as well as the print methods that have to be altered slightly for more delicate, natural textiles.
We have a full Cut & Sew service here at Bags of Love, and are able to hem your fabric prints for a small additional charge. We create a small one- or two-fold hem that typically uses 5 to 20mm of material, depending on the thickness of the fabric. So, for example, if you want a finished piece of fabric that measures 100 x 100cm, you will need to order a size of 101.5cm x 101.5cm to allow for the hem (on top of that please also allow for shrinkage of min 2%). The thicker the fabric, the bigger the hem will be. You can choose to have your prints hemmed with either Black or White thread. On our silk and other light woven fabrics, one hemmed edge will be straight (vertically down the roll) and the other will be slightly rippled. The hemming material allowances are as follows and you need to make your print bigger to accommodate the hem:
For further information about our fabrics see our FAQs.
Please note: As everything we provide is handmade to order, you may find a slight variance in the sizes.
