Frequently Asked Questions
Fabrics
Cotton canvas is a heavyweight plain-weave fabric made from cotton yarns. The “oz” (ounces) refers to the weight per square yard:
- 7 oz Canvas – mid-weight canvas that is durable yet flexible, ideal for bags, aprons, light upholstery, and accessories.
- 10 oz Canvas – heavier and stronger with better structure — excellent for tote bags, utility products, protective covers, and home décor.
Key Benefits: Tough, long-lasting, breathable, and ideal for long-term use where strength matters.
Common Uses: Tote bags, backpacks, accessories, utility covers, branding merchandise.
Bull Denim is a heavy-duty denim fabric with a dense weave and robust feel.
Brushed Bull Denim is similar but has a lightly brushed surface, delivering a softer hand feel without compromising strength.
Key Differences:
- Standard Bull Denim is rugged and durable.
- Brushed Bull Denim has a softer texture ideal for comfortable wearable products while retaining strength.
Common Uses: Workwear, aprons, durable casual clothing, bags, upholstery, and industrial items.
Both fabrics are premium twill-weave cotton materials weighing around 9 oz:
- Westminster – Classic cotton twill with a smooth surface and structured hand feel.
- Brushed Milestone – Similar twill but with a brushed finish to increase softness and warmth.
Use Cases:
They are perfect for structured garments like chinos, jackets, uniforms, and tailored items where both durability and comfort are required.
Heavy Duty Cotton Canvas refers to canvas fabrics with higher GSM/oz ratings that deliver exceptional strength, abrasion resistance, and longevity. The weave is tight and robust, making it suitable for products that undergo repeated stress.
Ideal For:
- Industrial bags
- Outdoor gear
- Heavy upholstery
- Protective covers
- Utility pouches
Why Choose This:
Superior tear-resistance and load-bearing capacity compared to lighter canvas.
Muslin is a lightweight, plain-weave cotton fabric known for its softness, breathability, and versatility.
- Meadowlark Muslin – Standard soft cotton ideal for everyday textiles.
- Premium Muslin – Higher quality with finer yarns and a smoother finish.
Top Characteristics:
Soft feel, high breathability, great drape - perfect for garments and craft applications.
Common Uses:
- Apparel linings
- Dressmaking
- Draping & prototyping
- Home décor basics like curtains
Cotton Dyed Osnaburg is a coarse, open-weave cotton fabric that has been dyed. Its texture is rustic, natural, and slightly coarse - offering unique visual appeal and tactile character.
What Sets it Apart:
Unlike finely woven cotton, Osnaburg has a casual, vintage aesthetic and holds color beautifully when dyed.
Best Uses:
Decor products, craft markets, rustic fashion items, eco-friendly merchandise.
Double Napped Flannel is a soft cotton fabric where both sides are brushed to create a cozy, fleece-like feel. The brushing process raises fibers to add warmth and softness.
Features:
- Warm and comfortable
- Soft inner and outer surfaces
- Excellent for cozy garments
Ideal Applications:
Winter shirts, pajamas, blankets, children’s clothing, and other products where softness and warmth matter.
Sheeting refers to broad, even-woven cotton fabrics traditionally used for bedsheets, pillowcases, and similar products due to their smooth hand feel.
Ticking Stripe Twill is a twill-weave cotton with classic stripe patterns originally used for mattress covers and upholstery.
Why They Matter:
- Sheeting: smooth, breathable, and gentle against skin
- Ticking Stripe: durable with visual appeal and texture
Typical Uses:
Bed linen, home décor, upholstery lining, bags with patterned aesthetics.
General
Jute is widely used for eco-friendly bags, packaging, rugs, home decor items, wall hangings, and sustainable fashion products.
Yes. Our fabrics are produced for wholesale and large-scale manufacturing, ensuring consistent quality, color accuracy, and reliable supply.
- Lower GSM = lightweight & breathable (shirts, summer wear)
- Medium GSM = everyday garments & decor
- Higher GSM = heavy-duty uses like canvas bags & upholstery
We help customers select based on end-use.
Yes. Natural fibers like cotton and jute are biodegradable, renewable, and more eco-friendly compared to synthetic fabrics.
Absolutely. Fabric swatches or samples help you test texture, thickness, color, and quality before placing bulk orders.
Blended fabrics combine natural and synthetic fibers to improve durability, wrinkle resistance, cost efficiency, and performance.
Some natural fabrics may shrink slightly if not pre-treated. We recommend proper washing instructions or pre-shrunk fabric options when needed.
Through controlled manufacturing processes, quality testing, color checks, and standardized production methods.
Cotton and linen-style weaves are ideal as they allow air circulation and absorb moisture effectively.
Yes. Our fabrics are processed to minimize fading and bleeding when washed under proper care guidelines.
Our fabrics are commonly used in:
- Apparel & fashion
- Home furnishings
- Eco-friendly packaging
- Craft & DIY products
- Upholstery & decor
- Promotional items
Production time depends on fabric type, quantity, and customization. Typically ranges from a few weeks to larger production cycles.
Yes. We can accommodate custom shades, finishes, and specific fabric requirements for large orders.
Natural fabrics are:
- Breathable
- Comfortable
- Eco-friendly
- Safer for skin
- Biodegradable
Yes. Jute has high tensile strength and is perfect for bags, carpets, packaging, and durable home products.
- Wash in mild detergent
- Avoid harsh chemicals
- Air dry when possible
- Store in dry environments
Yes. Our fabrics meet quality standards suitable for international markets and bulk manufacturing.
Yes. We support both emerging brands and large manufacturers with flexible order solutions.
We supply high-quality cotton fabrics, jute fabrics, and blended materials suitable for apparel, home décor, bags, crafts, upholstery, and industrial uses.
Cotton is the most popular choice due to its breathability, comfort, durability, and easy maintenance. Blended fabrics are often used when strength or wrinkle resistance is required.
Swatches
A cotton swatch card is a curated collection of small fabric samples representing different cotton fabric types and weights offered in the cotton category. You can physically feel and compare textures before choosing the right fabric for your project.
The cotton swatch card includes various premium cotton fabrics such as:
- 7 oz & 10 oz Cotton Canvas
- Bull Denim & Brushed Bull Denim
- 9 oz Westminster & Brushed Milestone
- Heavy Duty Cotton Canvas
- Muslin Collections (Meadowlark & Premium)
- Cotton Dyed Osnaburg
- Cotton Double Napped Flannel
- Sheeting & Ticking Stripe Twill
- Milestone Twill fabric and more.
Swatches let you touch and see the actual cotton fabrics - feel the texture, weight, and weave - so you can assess qualities like durability, drape, and suitability for your intended use before ordering in bulk.
Cotton canvas fabrics (like 7 oz, 10 oz & heavy duty canvas) are ideal for:
- Tote bags
- Accessories
- Upholstery
- Heavy apparel
- Industrial applications
Their sturdy weave makes them versatile and durable.
Bull Denim is a heavier and stronger variant of standard denim with a rugged texture that’s great for more demanding uses like workwear, bags, and upholstery. The “brushed” version offers a softer finish while retaining strength.
Muslin fabrics are lightweight and breathable - perfect for:
- Apparel linings
- Dressmaking
- Draping
- Prototyping garments
- Home décor basics
They’re widely used where softness and comfort are important.
Cotton Dyed Osnaburg is a coarser, rustic cotton fabric that holds dyed colors well and is often chosen for vintage looks, décor, and craft products where texture and color depth are key.
Double Napped Flannel is a soft, brushed fabric with fleece-like surfaces on both sides, making it ideal for warm clothing and cozy textiles that require extra comfort and insulation.
A swatch gives you a physical sample of the fabric’s appearance, color, and feel, helping you avoid costly mistakes and ensuring the material fits your design and quality expectations.
Yes - swatches allow you to compare color shades and textures in various lighting conditions so you can confidently match fabrics with your design palette. This is especially useful if precise color matching is important to your project.
Yes - the swatch card page includes a wide range of cotton fabric categories from canvas to twill, muslin, flannel and dyed cotton collections so you can examine all available options.
You can contact the supplier through their contact page with your requirements, specifying which cotton collections you want swatches for, and they will assist you with the swatch card order process.
When reviewing cotton swatches, check for:
- Fabric weight and thickness
- Weave and texture
- Color depth and consistency
- How it feels to the touch
Whether it fits the garment or product you’re designing