Print fabric sourcing can feel overwhelming. There are so many options, from the type of print to the style of the fabric to whether you want to go with a domestically sourced product or seek out overseas vendors. To help you through this process, I’ve come up with five easy steps for creating your own winning print fabric strategy.
Determine your budget.
Before you even begin to think about print custom fabric, you need to determine your budget. This is critical because it will help you decide what kind of print fabric strategy is right for your project.
When considering the cost of printing, keep in mind that there are two parts: the cost of buying samples and shipping them back; then there’s labour involved in installing the fabric once it arrives at your location. Also factor in duty fees (if applicable) and any other expenses related to bringing products into Canada or another country these can add up fast!
It may be tempting to go with an inexpensive option when shopping around for a printer but remember cheap price equals cheap quality most times you may end