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Custom Woven Fabric

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Printed Woven Fabric Features

  • Choose from a wide range of woven materials
  • Long-lasting, full color print
  • Different edge finishing options available
  • Printed to order 
  • Made with your dimensions
  • Handmade

    With so many fabrics to choose from and all with great properties, custom woven fabric has never been better.

    Delicate and feminine wovens such as chiffon, organza and silk seem so different in contrast to their hardier cousins, like twill, poplin and canvas. Thanks to their plethora of benefits, woven materials are used for a variety of different end uses. Clothing, homeware, and accessories are all popular choices to make when you design your own woven fabric. Some tightly woven fabrics are waterproof and can be used to make items such as umbrellas, raincoats, and even parachutes. On the whole, textiles that are woven have a firm and solid construction that maintains the straight nature of their yarn. At Bags of Love, we carry all three types of woven fabrics; plain weave, satin weave, and twill weave. You will notice that each has its own distinct features, so make sure you spend time getting to know each one and seeing which will be the best for your next project.
    • Browse a wide range of woven fabrics
    • Customize with your own designs
    • Enjoy a full-color print
    • Twill, plain, and satin weaves
    • Fabrics may come with classic or new release printing
    • Suitable for a wide range of end uses
    • Perfect for makers, fashion designers and students
    • Choose from 4 edge finishing options
    • Customize your own dimensions
    • No minimum runs
    • Made to order
    • Printed in our studio

    Full Range of Woven Fabrics

    Choose from our wide range of beautiful woven fabrics.

    • Woven Canvas 8.85oz

      Woven Canvas 8.85oz

      • Max Print:
        1.72yd
      • Weight:
        8.85oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.74yd

      Tightly woven poly-based canvas. Thick and stiff construction. Matte finish.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Monroe Satin 4.72oz

      Monroe Satin 4.72oz

      • Max Print:
        1.60yd
      • Weight:
        4.72oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.62yd

      Beautiful fluid drape. Strong and taut twill with a smooth sateen face.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Silk Impression (poly) 1.21 oz

      Silk Impression (poly) 1.21 oz

      • Max Print:
        1.52yd
      • Weight:
        1.21oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.54yd

      Shimmery face. Appearance of silk with the durability of a poly. Soft and cool to the touch.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Organza 1.18oz

      Organza 1.18oz

      • Max Print:
        1.52yd
      • Weight:
        1.18oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.54yd

      Pretty, light and feminine. Sheer body with a slight sparkly. Lovely drape.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Lucent Satin 3.54oz

      Lucent Satin 3.54oz

      • Max Print:
        1.51yd
      • Weight:
        3.54oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.53yd

      A highly lustrous double faced sateen.Lightweight and semi-transparent. Taut all over.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Peached Poly Sheeting 3.83oz

      Peached Poly Sheeting 3.83oz

      • Max Print:
        1.96yd
      • Weight:
        3.83oz
      • Roll Width:
        2.02yd

      Feels very similar to cotton. Smooth to the touch. Anti-wrinkle and strong.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Panama Flo 4.42oz

      Panama Flo 4.42oz

      • Max Print:
        1.61yd
      • Weight:
        4.42oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.63yd

      Durable, soft and water resistant half panama. Solid poly-blend with a springy body.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Voille De Ville 3.54oz

      Voille De Ville 3.54oz

      • Max Print:
        1.63yd
      • Weight:
        3.54oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.65yd

      Shiny face fabric with a delicate net-like structure. Non-fray and splash-proof.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Linden Waterproof 3.54oz

      Linden Waterproof 3.54oz

      • Max Print:
        1.59yd
      • Weight:
        3.54oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.61yd

      Durable waterproof and windproof fabric. Crisp finish with a slight sheen on the face. Non-fray.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Duchess Satin 4.13oz

      Duchess Satin 4.13oz

      • Max Print:
        1.57yd
      • Weight:
        5.90oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.60yd

      Beautiful glossy sateen face. Smooth and tightly woven. Matte reverse.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Dorchester Linen Look 6.81oz

      Dorchester Linen Look 6.81oz

      • Max Print:
        1.49yd
      • Weight:
        6.81oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.51yd

      Coarse weave with a natural "linen look" appearance. Soft and matte with an off-white base.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Mayfair Herringbone Weave 7.93oz

      Mayfair Herringbone Weave 7.93oz

      • Max Print:
        1.56yd
      • Weight:
        7.93oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.59yd

      Characteristic herringbone weave. Creamy textured face with a cotton handle. Poly-blend.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Portobello Canvas 7.37oz

      Portobello Canvas 7.37oz

      • Max Print:
        1.59yd
      • Weight:
        7.37oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.61yd

      Solid, durable canvas with an even texture. Off-white base tone, semi-transparent finish.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Trafalgar Twill 8.08oz

      Trafalgar Twill 8.08oz

      • Max Print:
        1.64yd
      • Weight:
        8.08oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.66yd

      Lovely twill weave. Fine brushed surface that is soft and matte. Frim handle.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Nautica Peached Splash Proof 5.07oz

      Nautica Peached Splash Proof 5.07oz

      • Max Print:
        1.60yd
      • Weight:
        5.07oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.62yd

      Lightweight poly, peached face. Tough, taut. No stretch. Splash proof. Bright white base.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Velvet Shimmer 10.94oz

      Velvet Shimmer 10.94oz

      • Max Print:
        1.51yd
      • Weight:
        10.94oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.53yd

      Beautiful shimmery face. Soft with a reinforced woven back. Slightly stiff structure.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Ripstop 1.92oz

      Ripstop 1.92oz

      • Max Print:
        1.56yd
      • Weight:
        1.92oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.59yd

      Classic ripstop. Strengthened square grid structure. Semi-transparent. Waterproof.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Taffeta 2.65oz

      Taffeta 2.65oz

      • Max Print:
        1.56yd
      • Weight:
        2.65oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.59yd

      Elegant taffeta with a smooth, crisp surface. Lustrous and lively sheen. Good strength.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Poly Twill 5.90oz

      Poly Twill 5.90oz

      • Max Print:
        1.57yd
      • Weight:
        5.90oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.60yd

      Very strong and durable. 2/2 poly blend, twill weave. Smooth, structured, slightly textured.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Chenille 9.73oz

      Chenille 9.73oz

      • Max Print:
        1.59yd
      • Weight:
        9.73oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.61yd

      Soft and strong chenille with the classic textured caterpillar pile. Water absorbent. Resists abrasion.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Real 100% Silk Georgette 1.47oz

      Real 100% Silk Georgette 1.47oz

      • Max Print:
        1.45yd
      • Weight:
        1.47oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.48yd

      Stunning 100% real silk. Transparent and airy. Very light with a lovely drape and crepe texture.

      Composition:

      100% Silk

      Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 6% Warp: 9%

    • Silk Sensation (poly) 2.65oz

      Silk Sensation (poly) 2.65oz

      • Max Print:
        1.53yd
      • Weight:
        2.65oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.55yd

      100% real silk. Smooth, shiny, flowing drape. Very light. Natural sheen. Luxury handle.

      Composition:

      97% polyester, 3% elastane

    • Ella Waterproof Plus 2.06oz

      Ella Waterproof Plus 2.06oz

      • Max Print:
        1.60yd
      • Weight:
        2.06oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.62yd

      Wonderful silk alternative with a slight stretch. Solid with a shiny face and matte reverse. Plain closed weave.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Pima Lawn 100% Cotton 2.21oz Pigment

      Pima Lawn 100% Cotton 2.21oz Pigment

      • Max Print:
        1.60yd
      • Weight:
        2.21oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.62yd

      Lightweight. PU coated. Slight rubbery reverse. Solid and firm with a little bit of give.

      Composition:

      100% Pima cotton

    • Cotton-Linen

      Cotton-Linen

      • Max Print:
        1.51yd
      • Weight:
        6.72oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.53yd

      100% cotton. Light, airy and smooth. Very light. Lovely drape and flow.

      Composition:

      95% cotton 5% linen

    • Cotton Satin 5.07 oz

      Cotton Satin 5.07 oz

      • Max Print:
        1.63yd
      • Weight:
        5.07oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.65yd

      85% cotton, 15% linen. Cool and smooth to the touch. Has some stretch. Slightly stiff structure.

      Composition:

      100% cotton

    • Volando Voile 1.53oz

      Volando Voile 1.53oz

      • Max Print:
        1.54yd
      • Weight:
        1.53oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.56yd

      100% natural cotton with a classic satin weave. Smooth face and matte finish. Crisp and cool.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Gaia Eco Woven 100% recycled 7.67oz

      Gaia Eco Woven 100% recycled 7.67oz

      • Max Print:
        1.70yd
      • Weight:
        7.67oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.72yd

      Sheer finish. Fine open weave. Very light. Shiny, semi-transparent. Natural flowing drape.

      Composition:

      100% recycled polyester

    • Poly Georgette 1.92oz

      Poly Georgette 1.92oz

      • Max Print:
        1.54yd
      • Weight:
        1.92oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.56yd

      100% organic cotton. Slightly textured surface. Heavy, opaque, matte.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Mulmul Soft Muslin (poly) 1.62oz

      Mulmul Soft Muslin (poly) 1.62oz

      • Max Print:
        1.41yd
      • Weight:
        1.62oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.43yd

      Lovely poly Georgette made from twisted yarns. Dry, crepe face. Transparent. Floaty and airy. Lovely drape.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Cotton Twill 6.28oz

      Cotton Twill 6.28oz

      • Max Print:
        1.59yd
      • Weight:
        6.28oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.61yd

      Distinct dobby weave. 10% linen, 90% poly. Characteristic surface detail. Slight sheen on face.

      Composition:

      100% cotton

    • Soft Velvet 8.26oz

      Soft Velvet 8.26oz

      • Max Print:
        1.55yd
      • Weight:
        8.26oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.57yd

      100% natural cotton. Smooth and soft face. Matte reverse. Easy to handle. Tight twill weave.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Fashion Crepe 4.42oz

      Fashion Crepe 4.42oz

      • Max Print:
        1.50yd
      • Weight:
        4.42oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.52yd

      100% organic cotton. Poplin weave. Untreated with unique slubbing effect. Crisp with no give.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Oilcloth Matte 8.08oz

      Oilcloth Matte 8.08oz

      • Max Print:
        1.52yd
      • Weight:
        8.08oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.54yd

      Lightweight, soft, double-faced. Stretchy. Textured crepe handle. Strong white base tone.

      Composition:

      100% cotton

    • Crepe de Chine (poly) 2.51oz

      Crepe de Chine (poly) 2.51oz

      • Max Print:
        1.54yd
      • Weight:
        2.51oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.56yd

      100% half panama with crease free satin face. Slight sheen. Waterproof and wipeable.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Real 100% Silk Twill 1.59oz

      Real 100% Silk Twill 1.59oz

      • Max Print:
        1.37yd
      • Weight:
        1.59oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.39yd

      Classic crepe face. Beautiful drape. Lightweight. Elegant and strong. Taut.

      Composition:

      100% Silk

      Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 1.5% Warp: 1%

    • 10oz Denim 8.85oz

      10oz Denim 8.85oz

      • Max Print:
        1.61yd
      • Weight:
        8.85oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.63yd

      10oz Denim, bright white base. Taut and tightly woven. Soft yet strong, durable fabric.

      Composition:

      100% cotton

    • Lustrous Seduction Poly Satin 2.51oz

      Lustrous Seduction Poly Satin 2.51oz

      • Max Print:
        1.57yd
      • Weight:
        2.51oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.60yd

      Super lightweight poly satin with a smooth fave. High shine surface and light reflecting qualities with excellent drape.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Chichi Furnishing Velour 8.26oz

      Chichi Furnishing Velour 8.26oz

      • Max Print:
        1.50yd
      • Weight:
        8.26oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.52yd

      Short pile makes for a super soft fabric, scrim back, opaque with slight sheen.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Organic Cotton Canvas 7.67oz

      Organic Cotton Canvas 7.67oz

      • Max Print:
        1.64yd
      • Weight:
        9.11oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.66yd

      100% natural and organic. Half panama canvas weave, great for crafting and light upholstery.

      Composition:

      100% organic cotton

    • Sailor's Woven Canvas 14.16oz

      Sailor's Woven Canvas 14.16oz

      • Max Print:
        1.55yd
      • Weight:
        14.16oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.57yd

      Heavy weight, rustic plain weave canvas. Uses: soft furnishings, bags, cushions, home textiles. Edges will fray.

      Composition:

      100% polyester

    • Wool Silk Blend Plain Weave 3.33oz

      Wool Silk Blend Plain Weave 3.33oz

      • Max Print:
        1.53yd
      • Weight:
        3.33oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.55yd

      70% wool, 30% silk. Woven in Italy and finished in England. Light cream base color, open plain weave. An airy, light, flowing, soft yet strong quality, Suitable for scarves and fashion. Expect shrinkage 4% weft, 2% warp. Super bright colors and deep blacks using reactive ink chemistry.

      Composition:

      70% wool, 30% silk

      Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 5% Warp: 3.5%

    • Real 100% Silk Crepe de Chine 1.77oz

      Real 100% Silk Crepe de Chine 1.77oz

      • Max Print:
        1.50yd
      • Weight:
        1.77oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.52yd

      100% pure Silk. 1.77oz. Off white base color with a sparkle. Soft lightweight fine quality, with a crepe finish and light ribs in the weft. Airy, light, flowing, soft yet strong. Straddling the border between fashion and fashion accessories. Expect shrinkage 5% weft, 8% warp. Available in high definition reactive printing, with wider color depth and high wash allowance.

      Composition:

      100% Silk

      Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 5% Warp: 9%

    • Crystal Voile Cotton Silk 1.18oz

      Crystal Voile Cotton Silk 1.18oz

      • Max Print:
        1.45yd
      • Weight:
        1.18oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.48yd

      70% cotton 30% silk lightweight woven voile. Print shows through 90% to reverse. Super bright colors & deep blacks using reactive ink chemistry. Expect shrinkage of 1.25% weft, 3.75% warp.

      Composition:

      70% cotton, 30% silk

      Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 2% Warp: 1%

    • Real 100% Light Silk Satin 1.47oz

      Real 100% Light Silk Satin 1.47oz

      • Max Print:
        1.49yd
      • Weight:
        1.47oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.51yd

      Real Silk Satin 1.47oz. 12 Momme lighter weight. Shiny face, luxury handle, beautiful drape. Soft, strong colors, good detail. Uses: light scarves and accessories, fine detailing. Expect shrinkage 5% weft, 6% warp. Super bright colors & deep blacks using reactive ink chemistry

      Composition:

      100% Silk

      Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 1.5% Warp: 1%

    • Summer Breeze Viscose 2.24oz

      Summer Breeze Viscose 2.24oz

      • Max Print:
        1.40yd
      • Weight:
        2.24oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.42yd

      Floaty and buttery soft fabric with an elegant drape. Plain woven lightweight 100% viscose with slight stretch in the weft. Super bright colors & deep blacks when layered. Printed using reactive ink chemistry.

      Composition:

      100% viscose

      Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 5% Warp: 1%

    • Silhouette Cotton Sateen 3.69oz

      Silhouette Cotton Sateen 3.69oz

      • Max Print:
        1.90yd
      • Weight:
        3.69oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.97yd

      325 thread count, high quality bedding material. 100% BCI cotton (Better Cotton Initiative) . Bright white base color, smooth luxury delicate yet durable material. 5-Star hotel bed linen quality. Wide width material at up to 69" print width.

      Composition:

      100% cotton

      Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 1% Warp: 1%

    • Lino 100% Linen Plain Weave

      Lino 100% Linen Plain Weave

      • Max Print:
        1.52yd
      • Weight:
        4.22oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.54yd

      Medium weight 100% linen plain weave fabric. Contains characteristic slubs and bobbles, will include occasional unprinted white dots. Super bright colors & deep blacks using reactive ink chemistry. Uses: clothing, kitchen textiles, curtains, light upholstery.

      Composition:

      100% linen

      Expected Shrinkage = Weft: 5.8% Warp: 1.6%

    • Cottage Cotton Slub

      Cottage Cotton Slub

      • Max Print:
        1.55yd
      • Weight:
        3.16oz
      • Roll Width:
        1.57yd

      Lightweight bright white cotton, with crisscross texture. Sharp and defined pigment print with bright colors 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.

      Composition:

      100% cotton

    Care instructions

    Wash at 30°C / 86°F, low tumble dry heat, hang to dry, do not wring, low heat iron.

    • Wash At 30°C / 86°F
    • Wash at 30°C / 85°F
    • Tumble 1
    • Low Heat

    How To Care For Your Woven Fabric

    Fabrics made from weaving tend to be tauter and hardier than knitted fabrics. This makes them strong and durable and easy to care for. As woven fabrics can fray, it is always important to finish them off with the correct hem - a zigzag stitch or serger work best. They keep their shape well and are less prone to snagging and stretching. To ensure your customized woven fabric always looks its best, we recommend only washing them in a cool and delicate wash - never above 30 degrees C. Leave them to drip dry and if in any doubt, you can take them to a specialist dry cleaners. 
     

    What Can I Make With My Custom Woven Fabric?

    The question should be, what can't you make with woven material? They tend to be a popular option for a lot of different kinds of clothing. Poplin and twill make wonderful material for shirts, thanks to their structure and smart aesthetic. Crepe is a very popular choice for dresses, skirts, and blouses. The wedding dress industry uses weaves in abundance. Fabrics such as organza, chiffon, Georgette, and taffeta are always popular in the construction of bridal dresses, thanks to their ethereal and feminine qualities. The peached and poly-coated woven fabrics make great choices for outdoor items such as windbreakers, splash suits, and umbrellas. See what you can make and let us know the results. 

    Proud to personalize your prints

    We are very proud of our specialist printing method, which is achieved through the careful work of the Bags of Love print technicians. Using water-based inks, your designs are printed deep into the fibers of your chosen woven material. Not only does this lock in the color, but it creates a durable and bold print that will not fade with use or time (as long as care instructions are followed). Every fabric has its own unique characteristics. This means that they each take the ink a little differently and as a result, the print can be more vibrant or softer. The base tones of the fabrics can make a big difference too, so make sure you read up about each fabric before making your selection. Please note when selecting Cotton Linen that occasional small white dots may occur. This is where pieces of cotton fluff are removed revealing unprinted white base material. This is completely normal and cannot be avoided.  

    You can also choose how you want the edges of your textile to be finished:

    • As it comes. We roughly cut around your image, leaving a simple scissor cut (perhaps uneven white fabric border).
    • Hem with thread. We can hem your fabric with a choice of black or white thread. Please allow 1-2 days additional production time. See below for information on how hemming affects the size of your print.
    • Cut on the line. We neatly and precisely cut on the edge of your image.

    There are certain measurements that you should keep in mind if you want your fabric hemmed. Please factor these into your final dimensions:

    • Light fabrics: we use 0.24"-0.31" in the hem (2 fold), so your width/height will be minus 0.47"-0.63"
    • Medium fabrics that fray: we use 0.6"-0.78" in the hem (2 fold) so your width/height will be minus 1.38"-1.57"
    • Stiff/heavy/no-fray fabrics: we use 0.6" -0.78" in the hem (1 fold) so width/height will be minus 1.38"-1.57"

     

    Print Guideline

    • DPI-Print Guideline Icon

      What resolution is best for printing?

      All of our fabrics are printed at 200dpi. This works for us as it combines a great quality as well as a good file weight. In order to avoid resizing and interpolation, we recommend that you scale your image to 100% at 200dpi. Our design interface works with a traffic light system that acts as a quality marker for your designs. This will show you whether the resolution is too low for printing. When you re-upload your design with a highest resolution, the traffic lights will change color, showing you're good to go. A message will pop up alongside the traffic lights to let you know if the resolution is too low or if you have a good quality image. 

    • scaling-Print Guideline Icon

      Will my image be scaled to fit?

      Your uploaded design will automatically be scaled to fit the size of fabric you've chosen. You can change the dimensions of your fabric by amending the measurements on the ‘Product Options’ tab, under ‘Print Size’. To see how this fits with the dimensions of your image/design, you can refer to the ‘Images & Text Tools’ tab under 'Quality Information'. Here, you will be able to edit the dimensions of the image.

    • RGB-CMYK Print Guideline Icon

      Should I choose RGB or CMYK?

      We always recommend using an RGB color space when you upload your images. More specifically, we suggest using the sRGB image profile, to achieve best color results. This will need to be done in your editing software; choose RGB as the working space, and assign the image profile as sRGB (full name sRGB IEC61966-2.1)

    • Print-Roll Length Fabric Guide Icon

      Is there a maximum length I can print on?

      There is no length limit for most of our fabrics. Our preview design window is set up to displaying a maximum of 10m (32.8 ft) to help you visualize the print, but that doesn't mean this is the print limit. If you'd like to order more, you can increase the quantity (x2 for 20m or x4 for 40m for example) and order as much as you'd like. Larger volumes will receive an automatic discount too. While the fabric length is nothing to worry about, each individual fabric will have a maximum width side: These can be found on the fabric's page information or in the design interface. 

    • Borders-Print Guideline Icon

      Should I add white space for borders or cutting onto my design? 

      Yes, that will help you when it comes to cutting or framing your printed fabric. We recommend always adding a little extra space for borders into your purchased fabric size. When we print your materials, or send out fabric samples, we typically trim squarely around the fabric, leaving approximately 5mm white space. Cutting neatly on the line has an additional fee.

    • crocking-Print Guideline Icon

      What is crocking?

      Crocking is the term used to describe fading along the creases in a fabric. It typically can occur after constant washing or heavy use of digitally printed natural fabrics. Crocking can be minimized by hand washing your fabrics at a cooler temperature, rather than machine washing. If you want to make sure there's no chance of crocking, we'd suggest you use a poly fabric. 

    • organics-Print Guideline Icon

      Is it normal for colors to appear lighter on organic fabrics?

      Yes, our organic fabrics don't have an additional coating like non-organic fabrics have, which means it absorbs the inks deep into its fiber and reducing the color strength slightly (this can be approximately -40%). If you would like a bolder, more vibrant color for your fabric, we would suggest using a non-organic fabric. 

    • Transfer-Print Guideline Icon

      Can I supply my own fabric for you to print onto?

      Unfortunately not; all of our fabrics have been tested meticulously to ensure we know exactly how to get the best results, and our facilities cater perfectly to them. If you are set on a fabric we don't offer, we can offer custom printed sublimation paper to order which will allow you to heat press your designs onto your own fabrics.

    • Jpeg-Tiff Print Guideline Icon

      Which is a better image format: TIFF or JPEG?

      If your design is simple and less intricate, a JPEG will be absolutely fine. However, if you have created a design with multi-colored detailing, we would recommend saving your design in a TIFF format. 

    • Shrinkage-Print Guideline Icon

      Will my material shrink during printing?

      Similar to other fabric printing processes, shrinkage can occur. The amount of shrinkage will depend on the fabric, but as a general rule of thumb, please allow for 2-8% shrinkage when working out your measurements. Shrinkage is not an exact science, and the amount of shrinkage will vary from print run to print run. We'd always suggest order a little more than you need for your project. 

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      Can I order double sided printed fabric?

      Many of the fabrics we offer are semi-transparent, so printing on both sides of the fabric is not a service we offer. 

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      Can I order labels in a different fabric? Are the labels cut like normal fabric labels?

      At the moment, all of our fabric labels are printed on satin fabric. For now, we believe this is the best choice, but will potentially introduce other options in the future. All labels are cut to the same label format. If you would like to choose a different fabric and format for your labels, you could always order a sheet of the fabric of your choice to create labels yourself. 

    • Eco friendly Printing

      How do you print your fabrics in an eco-friendly way?

      Our fabrics are printed with water-based inks as environmental consciousness is always front of our minds. Water-based inks include no chemicals or solvents, and our printing process uses heat to fix colors and patterns into place to avoid excess or contaminated water returning into the water system (this is something that can occur through steaming). All printing, fulfilment and production is done in our one facility, and rather than rolling the fabrics or sending them in a tube, you will receive your material folded up. This amounts to 150 tubes saved a week, as well as much more space on the delivery van for more orders. (For delicate fabrics we ensure to package appropriately).

    • colour palette

      Will there be slight color differences between my orders?

      Although very rare, there could be a slight color difference from one print run to another. This is a normal part of the printing process, however we are always working to improve our color profiles. It is unlikely that  the difference in print runs will be hugely different (for example, it's unlikely your orange is suddenly going to be red). The likelihood of color variations can be intensified fabric to fabric due to materials having different grains and textures; natural fabrics typically have more muted color tones, while poly alternatives have a bolder hue. This is because the construction of the material is different, and the printing method has to be altered slightly for more delicate, natural textiles.


    Sizing For Hemming And Shrinkage

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    Our full cut & sew service at Bags of Love can be used to your full advantage. We even offer hemming for your fabrics at a small additional cost. Our hems are created with a one or two cold hem that typically uses around 5 to 20mm of fabric (depending on the thickness of your chosen material). Please bare this in mind when you are ordering your printed fabric with hems: If you would like your finished piece to be 40" x 40", change your dimensions to 41" instead to allow space for your hems (you will also need to include additional for potential shrinkage). The thicker the fabric, the bigger the hem will be. Your printed fabric will be hemmed with either Black or White thread. If you are ordering a lightly woven material or a printed silk, you will find that one hem will be straight, while the other slightly rippled.  The hemming material allowances are as follows and you need to make your print bigger to accommodate the hem:

    • Light Fabrics (0.6 - 2.9 oz): For silks and other light fabrics, we use 6-8mm in the hem (2 fold), so overall width/height will be minus 12-16mm
    • Medium Fabrics (3.0 - 5.9 oz): For medium-weight fabrics that fray, we use 15-20mm in the hem (2 fold) so overall width/height will be minus 35-40mm
    • Stiff/Heavy/No-fray fabrics: we use 15-20mm in the hem (1 fold) so overall width/height will be minus 35-40mm
    All of these measurements can vary and should only be seen as an approximation. If you allow for hems and slight shrinkage, it can add a fairly significant amount to your ordered dimensions, so please make sure to consider these things prior to ordering. Depending on how open the weave is, our fabric can shrink anywhere from 2% to 8% with the average being 2.5%.
     

    Choose From Three Finishes

    We have three finishing options available: 
    • As it comes: We simply cut around your image with scissors - leaving a perhaps uneven white border. 
    • Hem with thread: We can offer your fabric hemmed with a black or white thread. This will add an additional 1-2 days of production time to your order. Please refer to the dimensions above to gauge how the hemming will affect the size of your print. You will have a choice of an overlock hem or folded hem (one or two fold depending on the fabric) however not all fabrics are suited to both hem types. In the design interface, you will be able to see which options are available to you. If you can only see one hem available, this means that this is the only suitable hem for this material type. 
    • Cut on the line: Rather than our 'as it comes' option, we will cut neatly on the edge of your design against the grain of the fabric. If you have a border around your design we will cut around that border. If the design takes up the whole fabric, we will neatly cut around the edge of the image. Cutting against the grain is standard for fabric cutting, and as such lighter materials such as Georgette or Mulmul will have a slight wave in them, and some fraying may occur. 
    All of our fabrics are carefully hand cut. It is not always possible to maintain a perfectly straight cut for certain fabrics, so please bear this is mind if you see your edge has a slightly uneven look or a little fraying. This is not a flaw in the material. If you have any questions or would like to know about our cutting methods in more detail, please get in touch and we will be more than happy to discuss them with you. 

    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. 

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