Your Guide To Fabric Printing
Our range of 4 fabric swatch packs are here to help you make an informed decision as to what fabric will work best for your projects. Each swatch pack features a fun and vibrant print on each of the fabric samples, to show you how a print will come out against the different surfaces and compositions of each fabric.
Introducing the Contrado Fabric Swatch Packs:
The Classic Swatch Pack
This selection features our wide range of man made fabrics. From stunning polyesters and luxurious lace to sumptuous velvet and contemporary neoprene. There are so many unique choices, that you might find yourself ordering a bundle of fabric samples to try out.
The Natural Swatch Pack
The natural selection features our collection of beautiful natural fabrics. Featuring the likes of organic cotton, half-panama, linen and real silk, these naturally gorgeous fabrics will breathe new life into your creations.
The Leather Swatch Pack
The leather swatch pack is made up of 100% real leather. Our specialist printing method gives high-quality color reproduction and fine detailing up to 2 pts. With leathers from both goat and cow, you are bound to find something that has the grain and the texture that you are looking for.
The Paper Swatch Pack
As well as fabrics, we also offer a bespoke range of customized papers. Thick and luxurious paper with a textured face, glossy satin finished paper and even a selection of wallpapers; you will love how your designs look printed on these chic paper options.
For a full list of the fabrics that we have to offer and their names, in multiple languages please click here.
Color Charts
Included in our swatch packs are 3 color charts (14" x 25.5" approx. size). The charts hold longer cuts of specific fabrics printed using a premium Reactive, Sublimation, and Pigment technique. Order a color chart with hex color codes to see how different colors print with our different ink technologies.
- Sublimation inks printed on our Monroe Satin 4.72oz fabric
- Pigment inks printed on our Cotton Satin 5.07oz fabric
- Reactive inks printed on our Janice Poplin Organic Cotton 3.98oz fabric
For an in-depth view of our inks on each material, order a color chart for your fabric choice
here.
ID reference numbers
When you get your pack in your hands, you'll see there's an ID reference number on each fabric swatch. Use this number to look up each individual fabric on our website. Just enter the number into the search bar on our full fabric range list to see the properties, uses and fabric information. You can also enter the name of the fabric, as an alternative to using the ID number.
FABRIC LABEL SAMPLE PACK
Before ordering large quantities of fabric labels or even just short runs, you want to make sure you have decided for the right type. Folded or flat label? Which size fits my textile or garment best? We arranged this small collection of all our available custom fabric labels you can print your design on so that you can make sure to make the best choice. Our fabric labels are woven in a tight, soft satin, giving it a silky feel with outstanding wear and abrasion resistance. Due to our printing technique the fabric label has an excellent print quality with a durable and long-lasting design. They are perfect to print your logo, brand name or design on it and give your garment or textile an exclusive look.
Please note: you cannot customize your Fabric Label Sample Pack. Each fabric label sample is ready printed with a full color, detailed design.
Custom Label Offer
Order your Fabric Label Sample Set and get a CA$15 gift voucher to use on your next order of custom labels.*
*Minimum spend: CA$30. This offer is for new customers only who have not previously ordered with us before. Voucher can only be used once and expires after 30 days.
Discount and Offers for Fabric Printing
Purchase a Swatch Pack with or without a color chart and receive a CA$10 gift voucher to redeem against your next order of fabric or leather prints.
*voucher cannot be used for test prints or samples. Minimum spend: CA$25. This offer is for new customers only who have not previously ordered with us before. Voucher can only be used once and expires after 30 days.
Please note: The first time customer offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount. This includes the wholesale discount and any other offers.
