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Printed Brushed Cotton Fabric UK: Ideal for DIY Craft Projects

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 we 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 colour, 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.
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.
Should I choose RGB or CMYK?

We always recommend using an RGB colour space when you upload your images. More specifically, we suggest using the sRGB image profile, to achieve best colour 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)
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 to help you visualise 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.
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.
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 minimised 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.
Is it normal for colours 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 fibre and reducing the colour strength slightly (this can be approximately -40%). If you would like a bolder, more vibrant colour for your fabric, we would suggest using a non-organic fabric.
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.
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-coloured detailing, we would recommend saving your design in a TIFF format.
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.
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.
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.
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 colours 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 in London, 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).
Will there be slight colour differences between my orders?

Although very rare, there could be a slight colour difference from one print run to another. This is a normal part of the printing process, however we are always working to improve our colour 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 colour variations can be intensified fabric to fabric due to materials having different grains and textures; natural fabrics typically have more muted colour 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.

The Best Fabric Choices for Your Projects

Determining the best fabric for your project depends on your goals and personal taste. We've listed some common fabric choices for a selection of projects below, but this is simply a jumping off point for your creative journey.

Ordering a Spoonflower Sample Pack will offer you a look-see of our offerings while our blog is a great resource for projects and inspiration by artists and other community members.

Blog: How to Choose the Right Fabric for Your Next DIY Project

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Curtains

Petal Signature Cotton® is an easy-to-work-with lightweight woven cotton fabric that is great for kitchen and bathroom curtains. Thin enough to let in light, but thick enough for privacy.
Organic Cotton Sateen is a soft, organic fabric with a fine weave and a slight sheen.
Both Poly Crepe de Chine and Chiffon offer a nice sheer alternative while still maintaining a design's crisp lines.
Linen Cotton Canvas is popular for creating drapes and Roman shades due to its lovely natural texture.
Performance Linen hangs with a light drape for a delicate, elegant finish.

Throw Pillows

Linen Cotton Canvas offers a natural feel, but with a medium weight to withstand wear.
Dogwood Denim™ is a heavier weight that softens up well over time, not unlike your favorite pair of weekend jeans.
Celosia Velvet™ is a plush and luxurious choice coupling rich color and a soft shimmer.
Belgian Linen™ is a perfect weight fabric for a crisp accent finish, but with a lived-in feel.
Performance Velvet blends proven durability with softness to complement the look of those high-traffic rooms.
Recycled Canvas blends durability with a surprisingly soft touch for your living spaces.
Performance Linen offers a soft, luxury touch with an antique finish and a sensible durability.

Upholstery

Treatment with stain or water repellent product might be advisable for certain upholstery projects. Please spot test a small area of fabric before beginning.

Celosia Velvet™ is fast becoming a popular choice for furnishings with a luxe feel, but is also acknowledged for its durability around the house.
Belgian Linen is the material that will withstand the test of time, especially for smaller upholstery projects like chairs.
Performance Velvet offers a short pile and rich texture, perfect for an elegant feel within an active home.
Performance Linen delivers that sought after linen look while offered an unmistakable durability to weather an active home.
Recycled Canvas is a truly durable fabric with a smooth finish that works for both indoor and seasonal outdoor projects.

Blankets

Performance Velvet brings a buttery soft feel to keep you warm on those cold nights.
Minky is the champion of baby blankets. You can't beat its touch.
Organic Sweet Pea Gauze® is the go-to fabric for baby swaddles. Light, organic, and soft.

Dining

Tea Towels

Linen Cotton Canvas has an absorbent natural feel with a heavy weight that withstands wear.
Lightweight Cotton Twill offers a flexible twill structure and a nice drape.
Cypress Cotton Canvas, with its basketweave texture and sturdy construction, adds an elegant edge to an everyday item.

Table Linens

Organic Cotton Sateen is a soft, organic fabric with a fine weave and a slight sheen.
Linen Cotton Canvas has a lovely natural texture and heavy weight.
Belgian Linen offers a distinctive look with a durability to last season after season.

Napkins

Organic Cotton Sateen is a soft, organic fabric with a fine weave and a slight sheen.
Cotton Poplin is a fine weave cotton that prints with somewhat muted, subtle colors.
Petal Signature Cotton® is a combed cotton fabric with a soft hand that prints vibrantly.

Pets

Pet Beds

Performance Velvet will turn that special bed into an unexpected and distinctive add-on to any family room.
Recycled Canvas stands up to heavy abrasion without losing its quality and look.
Dogwood Denim
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is heavyweight and durable, with a twill structure to keep it pliable.

Bandanas

Cotton Poplin has a light weave with a nice drape that will work well for any pup, but especially those smaller breeds.
Petal Signature Cotton® is a mainstay woven with a lighter finish for any dog.
Lightweight Cotton Twill has a nice drape and durability that will work well for a larger, more active breed.

Squeaky Toys

Recycled Canvas is woven to an unexpected durability that sustains indoor and seasonal outdoor (or dog mouth) use!

Apparel

T-shirts, casual tops

Organic Cotton Knit is our most popular option for t-shirts, especially children’s tops. It has a similar stretch and feel of your favorite t-shirt, but with a bit more weight and heft.
Modern Jersey is another popular choice because of its drape and stretch. It’s a great choice for lightweight summer tops.
Performance Pique is great for polo shirts and similar types of sportswear. It hangs well without extra weight and breathes in warmer conditions.
Cotton Spandex Jersey is a bit thicker than some t-shirt fabrics, but hugs the form quite well and offers a good four-way stretch.

Button-Up, Oxford, Collared Shirts

Petal Signature Cotton® is a combed cotton fabric with a soft hand that is easy to sew.
Organic Cotton Sateen is terrific for creating something that would go well with a suit jacket. It is our heaviest of the woven cotton fabrics and has the slightest sheen to the finish.
Cotton Poplin is a fine weave cotton similar to standard men’s shirting material, and prints with somewhat muted, subtle colors.

Blouses

Poly Crepe de Chine can be a bit more sheer depending on the design. It works beautifully when creating a blouse with rich and vibrant designs.
Cotton Lawn offers an unrivaled drape and a silky touch for a lovely warm weather garment.
Chiffon has a luscious and graceful elegance, though would need to be worn over a camisole.

Accessories

Bags & Totes

Linen Cotton Canvas has a natural feel to it and a heavy weight so it withstands wear.
Cypress Cotton Canvas prints in rich tones and with a sturdy structure and bold basketweave.
Belgian Linen will bring a certain elegance to your essential, everyday accessories.
Performance Velvet has a durability and style that will complement any project.
Recycled Canvas holds up to wear and tear without losing its touch, finish or style.

Quilts

Petal Signature Cotton® is a combed cotton fabric with a soft hand that is easy to sew.
Cotton Poplin is a fine weave cotton similar to standard men’s shirting material, and prints with somewhat muted, subtle colors.
Organic Cotton Sateen is a soft, organic fabric with a fine weave and a slight sheen.

Leggings

Organic Cotton Knit is a thick cotton fabric that adds a wonderful natural look to the print and softens up beautifully after washing. It has a little bit of a stretch to it since it is a knit fabric, but not quite as stretchy as something with spandex. This is the most popular choice for baby leggings.
Modern Jersey has a four-way stretch and it prints quite vibrantly. With a light drape, it is thinner than Organic Cotton Knit and consists of 96% polyester and 4% spandex fiber, which gives it great resiliency and bounce back.
Cotton Spandex Jersey is a wonderful choice for leggings consisting of 95% cotton and 5% spandex fiber. It has the weight of the Organic Cotton Knit with a four-way stretch similar to the Modern Jersey.
Performance Pique is quickly becoming a popular choice for making baby leggings. The weight is somewhere in between Organic Cotton Knit and the Modern Jersey, and it also has some stretch to it. It is also wrinkle resistant and the edges don't fray if not finished.
Sport Lycra is perfect for yoga pants, biking shorts, running leggings and swimsuits. (Or even pants for lounging around.) This fabric consists of 88% polyester and 12% Lycra fiber with a moisture-wicking finish and SPF 50.

Headbands & Bows

Modern Jersey has a great elasticity and a smooth feel with a light touch.
Cotton Spandex Jersey offers a thicker fabric but still holds its shape well for a more active person.
Sport Lycra is tremendously movable and even offers a bit of SPF protection
Organic Cotton Knit holds its form, but offers a nice two-way stretch for comfort.

Ties & Bow Ties

Organic Cotton Sateen is a favored fabric. It is the heaviest weight out of all of the woven cotton fabrics and has a very slight sheen to it.

Scarves

To make a two sided scarf with a print on both sides, these fabrics can be folded over with print sides facing each other, sewn up along the edges leaving an opening, then turned outside in.

Poly Crepe de Chine is a popular choice for summer scarves due to its vibrant printing.
Chiffon is ethereally thin and drapes beautifully -- and its translucency allows for designs to show on both sides of the fabric.
Modern Jersey is the perfect option for the stretchy infinity scarf. It has a light weight to it, very soft to the touch, and drapes beautifully.
Organic Cotton Knit is another great option and is popular for colder weather.
Cotton Spandex Jersey has the benefits of both of the fabrics listed above and is suited well for a stretchy infinity scarf.
Cotton Lawn will add a touch of refinement and a silky, soft touch.

Apparel and Bag Lining

Satin is a luxurious fabric with a high sheen and a soft hand. It has crisp bright colors and holds up well through repeated laundering. Its light weight makes it the most similar to commercial fabric linings.
Organic Cotton Sateen is a soft, organic fabric with a fine weave and a slight sheen.

Wallpaper Hacks

Peel and Stick Wallpaper is like a giant sticker that can be cut to make bumper stickers, decals, or any other removable piece of art for temporary creativity. Using Peel and Stick wallpaper for Decals and Stickers

See also: Fabric Specifications and Details

See also: How to Care for Spoonflower Products

See also: Recommended Needles and Threads

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