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Custom Wicking Fabric

Discover the perfect wicking fabric for your next creative project and make amazing customised fashion that draws moisture away from the skin and keeps you cool, comfortable and dry. Wicking material is ideal for making sportswear to optimise performance.

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Silk Impression (poly) 41gsm Max Print: 1.39m Silk Impression (poly) 41gsm From $44.50
Taffeta 90gsm Max Print: 1.43m Taffeta 90gsm From $44.50
Slinky Lycra Matte 210gsm Max Print: 1.53m Slinky Lycra Matte 210gsm From $44.50
Warm Leatherette 700gsm Max Print: 1.27m Warm Leatherette 700gsm From $65
Olivia Organza 100% Silk 49gsm Max Print: 1.46m Olivia Organza 100% Silk 49gsm From $70
Monroe Satin 160gsm Max Print: 1.46m Monroe Satin 160gsm From $44.50
Dorchester Linen Look 231gsm Max Print: 1.36m Dorchester Linen Look 231gsm From $44.50
Real 100% Silk Crepe de Chine 60gsm Max Print: 1.37m Real 100% Silk Crepe de Chine 60gsm From $70
Pima Lawn 100% Cotton washed 75gsm Reactive Max Print: 1.45m Pima Lawn 100% Cotton washed 75gsm Reactive From $44.50
Butterfly Smooth Crepe 150gsm Max Print: 1.43m Butterfly Smooth Crepe 150gsm From $44.50
Ripstop 65gsm Max Print: 1.42m Ripstop 65gsm From $44.50
Voile De Ville 120gsm Max Print: 1.49m Voile De Ville 120gsm From $44.50
Archway Brushed Twill 290gsm Max Print: 1.43m Archway Brushed Twill 290gsm From $44.50
Rox Sports Jersey 250gsm Max Print: 1.49m Rox Sports Jersey 250gsm From $44.50
Tapestry 14 Count 159gsm Max Print: 0.96m Tapestry 14 Count 159gsm From $49.50
Woven Canvas 300gsm Max Print: 1.57m Woven Canvas 300gsm From $44.50
Real 100% Silk Georgette 50gsm Max Print: 1.41m Real 100% Silk Georgette 50gsm From $70
Real 100% Silk Satin 85gsm Max Print: 1.36m Real 100% Silk Satin 85gsm From $95
Pima Lawn 100% Cotton 75gsm Pigment Max Print: 1.46m Pima Lawn 100% Cotton 75gsm Pigment From $44.50
Lino 100% Linen Plain Weave 143gsm Max Print: 1.39m Lino 100% Linen Plain Weave 143gsm From $72.50
Crushed Velour 245gsm Max Print: 1.35m Crushed Velour 245gsm From $44.50
Tender Terry Towelling 350gsm Max Print: 1.5m Tender Terry Towelling 350gsm From $44.50
Neoprene 1000gsm Max Print: 1.3m Neoprene 1000gsm From $95
Mayfair Herringbone Weave 269gsm Max Print: 1.43m Mayfair Herringbone Weave 269gsm From $44.50
Lycra Soft Sheen 160gsm Max Print: 1.43m Lycra Soft Sheen 160gsm From $44.50
Solange Silky Jersey 215gsm Max Print: 1.42m Solange Silky Jersey 215gsm From $44.50
Furnishing Leatherette 600gsm Max Print: 1.28m Furnishing Leatherette 600gsm From $65
Cotton Muslin 50gsm Max Print: 1.33m Cotton Muslin 50gsm From $49.50
Mulayam 100% Cotton Mulmul 59gsm Max Print: 1.05m Mulayam 100% Cotton Mulmul 59gsm From $49.50
Lustrous Seduction Poly Satin 85gsm Max Print: 1.44m Lustrous Seduction Poly Satin 85gsm From $44.50
Sailor's Woven Canvas 480gsm Max Print: 1.42m Sailor's Woven Canvas 480gsm From $49.50
Silhouette Cotton Sateen 125gsm Max Print: 1.74m Silhouette Cotton Sateen 125gsm From $49.50
Janice Poplin Organic Cotton washed 135gsm Max Print: 1.41m Janice Poplin Organic Cotton washed 135gsm From $49.50
Cotton Satin 172gsm Max Print: 1.49m Cotton Satin 172gsm From $44.50
Cotton-Linen 228gsm Max Print: 1.38m Cotton-Linen 228gsm From $44.50
Cosmic Cotton Warp Satin 246gsm Max Print: 1.36m Cosmic Cotton Warp Satin 246gsm From $44.50
Cotton Drill 255gsm Max Print: 1.49m Cotton Drill 255gsm From $44.50
Lucent Satin 120gsm Max Print: 1.38m Lucent Satin 120gsm From $44.50
Duchess Satin 200gsm Max Print: 1.44m Duchess Satin 200gsm From $44.50
Organza 40gsm Max Print: 1.39m Organza 40gsm From $44.50
Paris Chiffon (poly) 40gsm Max Print: 1.37m Paris Chiffon (poly) 40gsm From $44.50
Lycra Matte 140gsm Max Print: 1.35m Lycra Matte 140gsm From $44.50
Ponte Jersey 260gsm Max Print: 1.39m Ponte Jersey 260gsm From $44.50
Speaker Grille Cloth 140gsm Max Print: 1.47m Speaker Grille Cloth 140gsm From $44.50
Tapestry 12 Count 202gsm Max Print: 0.96m Tapestry 12 Count 202gsm From $49.50
Flex Sport Lycra 220gsm Max Print: 1.45m Flex Sport Lycra 220gsm From $44.50
Artists Poly Canvas 260gsm Max Print: 1.3m Artists Poly Canvas 260gsm From $44.50
Monty Organic Cotton Drill 249gsm Max Print: 1.49m Monty Organic Cotton Drill 249gsm From $44.50
Trooper Nylon Ripstop 55gsm Max Print: 1.46m Trooper Nylon Ripstop 55gsm From $49.50
Deluxe Organic Cotton Satin 130gsm Max Print: 1.55m Deluxe Organic Cotton Satin 130gsm From $49.50
Fine wove Linen Cotton 90gsm Max Print: 1.35m Fine wove Linen Cotton 90gsm From $65
Wool Silk Blend Plain Weave 113gsm Max Print: 1.4m Wool Silk Blend Plain Weave 113gsm From $70
Vea Organic Cotton Satin 140gsm Max Print: 1.46m Vea Organic Cotton Satin 140gsm From $49.50
Cotton Calico 152gsm Max Print: 1.47m Cotton Calico 152gsm From $44.50
Cotton Twill 213gsm Max Print: 1.45m Cotton Twill 213gsm From $44.50
Organic Cotton Canvas 309gsm Max Print: 1.5m Organic Cotton Canvas 309gsm From $49.50
Ella Waterproof Plus 70gsm Max Print: 1.46m Ella Waterproof Plus 70gsm From $44.50
Poly Georgette 65gsm Max Print: 1.45m Poly Georgette 65gsm From $44.50
Marbled Velvet 220gsm Max Print: 1.41m Marbled Velvet 220gsm From $44.50
Soft Velvet 280gsm Max Print: 1.42m Soft Velvet 280gsm From $44.50
Lycra Heavy Matte 250gsm Max Print: 1.45m Lycra Heavy Matte 250gsm From $44.50
Scuba Crepe 290gsm Max Print: 1.44m Scuba Crepe 290gsm From $44.50
Lifestyle Recycled Poly Jersey 160gsm Max Print: 1.56m Lifestyle Recycled Poly Jersey 160gsm From $44.50
Olympic Sports Jersey 180gsm Max Print: 1.43m Olympic Sports Jersey 180gsm From $44.50
Poly Felt 3mm Max Print: 0.99m Poly Felt 3mm From $49.50
Starlight Organza 35gsm Max Print: 1.34m Starlight Organza 35gsm From $44.50
Mulberry Silk Habotai 38gsm Max Print: 1.08m Mulberry Silk Habotai 38gsm From $72.50
Organic Half-Panama Cotton 300gsm Max Print: 1.47m Organic Half-Panama Cotton 300gsm From $49.50
Breathable Waterproof 155gsm Max Print: 1.45m Breathable Waterproof 155gsm From $44.50
Polar Fleece 285gsm Max Print: 1.55m Polar Fleece 285gsm From $44.50
Velvet Shimmer 371gsm Max Print: 1.38m Velvet Shimmer 371gsm From $49.50
Florence Power Net 60gsm Max Print: 1.34m Florence Power Net 60gsm From $44.50
Tapestry 10 Count 237gsm Max Print: 0.96m Tapestry 10 Count 237gsm From $49.50
Poly Felt 1mm Max Print: 0.94m Poly Felt 1mm From $44.50
Real 100% Silk Twill 54gsm Max Print: 1.25m Real 100% Silk Twill 54gsm From $70
Bull Denim 400gsm Max Print: 1.48m Bull Denim 400gsm From $44.50
Linden Waterproof 120gsm Max Print: 1.45m Linden Waterproof 120gsm From $44.50
Feather Voile 55gsm FR Max Print: 1.55m Feather Voile 55gsm FR From $44.50
Crepe de Chine (poly) 85gsm Max Print: 1.41m Crepe de Chine (poly) 85gsm From $44.50
Silk Sensation (poly) 90gsm Max Print: 1.4m Silk Sensation (poly) 90gsm From $44.50
Suede Vision 250gsm FR Max Print: 1.46m Suede Vision 250gsm FR From $44.50
Oilcloth Matte 274gsm Max Print: 1.39m Oilcloth Matte 274gsm From $49.50
Real 100% Light Silk Satin 50gsm Max Print: 1.36m Real 100% Light Silk Satin 50gsm From $70
Cottage Cotton Slub 107gsm Max Print: 1.42m Cottage Cotton Slub 107gsm From $44.50
10oz Denim 300gsm Max Print: 1.47m 10oz Denim 300gsm From $44.50
Peached Poly Sheeting 130gsm Max Print: 1.79m Peached Poly Sheeting 130gsm From $44.50
Panama Flo 150gsm Max Print: 1.47m Panama Flo 150gsm From $44.50
Fashion Crepe 150gsm Max Print: 1.44m Fashion Crepe 150gsm From $44.50
Poly Twill 200gsm Max Print: 1.44m Poly Twill 200gsm From $44.50
Nautica Peached Splash Proof 172gsm Max Print: 1.46m Nautica Peached Splash Proof 172gsm From $44.50
Mulmul Soft Muslin (poly) 55gsm Max Print: 1.29m Mulmul Soft Muslin (poly) 55gsm From $44.50
Chenille 330gsm Max Print: 1.45m Chenille 330gsm From $44.50
Portobello Canvas 250gsm Max Print: 1.45m Portobello Canvas 250gsm From $44.50
Blossom lace 35gsm Max Print: 1.51m Blossom lace 35gsm From $44.50
Scuba 275gsm Max Print: 1.42m Scuba 275gsm From $44.50
Slub Jersey 140gsm Max Print: 1.49m Slub Jersey 140gsm From $44.50
Airflow Light 145gsm Max Print: 1.45m Airflow Light 145gsm From $44.50
Loose Knit Jersey 185gsm Max Print: 1.44m Loose Knit Jersey 185gsm From $44.50
Crepe Stretch 190gsm Max Print: 1.44m Crepe Stretch 190gsm From $44.50
Soft Fashion Jersey 200gsm Max Print: 1.51m Soft Fashion Jersey 200gsm From $44.50
Quilted Jersey Stretch 255gsm Max Print: 1.29m Quilted Jersey Stretch 255gsm From $44.50
Chain Jersey 255gsm Max Print: 1.31m Chain Jersey 255gsm From $44.50
LoopBack Sweat Jersey 250gsm Max Print: 1.44m LoopBack Sweat Jersey 250gsm From $44.50
Heavy Brushed Sweat Jersey 260gsm Max Print: 1.53m Heavy Brushed Sweat Jersey 260gsm From $44.50
Soft Shell Jersey 350gsm Max Print: 1.43m Soft Shell Jersey 350gsm From $49.50
Scroll Paper Fabric 120gsm Max Print: 1.29m Scroll Paper Fabric 120gsm From $44.50
Gaia Eco Woven 100% recycled 260gsm Max Print: 1.48m Gaia Eco Woven 100% recycled 260gsm From $49.50
Chichi Furnishing Velour 280gsm Max Print: 1.35m Chichi Furnishing Velour 280gsm From $44.50
Aida 14 count 180gsm Max Print: 1.07m Aida 14 count 180gsm From $49.50
Roller Blind Standard (allows some light) 220gsm Max Print: 1.3m Roller Blind Standard (allows some light) 220gsm From $65
Roller Blind Blackout (no light) 280gsm Max Print: 1.55m Roller Blind Blackout (no light) 280gsm From $65
Plain Weave FR Polyester 145gsm Max Print: 1.4m Plain Weave FR Polyester 145gsm From $44.50
Organic Recycled Cotton Twill 213gsm Max Print: 1.49m Organic Recycled Cotton Twill 213gsm From $44.50
Panda Woven Bamboo 115gsm Max Print: 1.41m Panda Woven Bamboo 115gsm From $44.50
Rustique Calico Organic Cotton 148gsm Max Print: 1.47m Rustique Calico Organic Cotton 148gsm From $44.50
Pure Poplin Organic Cotton 148gsm Max Print: 1.49m Pure Poplin Organic Cotton 148gsm From $44.50
Woven Canvas 500gsm Max Print: 1.5m Woven Canvas 500gsm From $49.50
Freefall Water resist Nylon 45gsm Max Print: 1.44m Freefall Water resist Nylon 45gsm From $44.50
Tokri Half Panama Cotton 230gsm Max Print: 1.45m Tokri Half Panama Cotton 230gsm From $49.50
Svelte Microfibre Towelling 220gsm Max Print: 1.58m Svelte Microfibre Towelling 220gsm From $44.50
Royal Silk Chiffon 26gsm Max Print: 1.33m Royal Silk Chiffon 26gsm From $72.50
Bounce Cotton Jersey 170gsm Max Print: 1.51m Bounce Cotton Jersey 170gsm From $49.50
Layla Stretch Cotton Denim 325gsm Max Print: 1.36m Layla Stretch Cotton Denim 325gsm From $72.50
Bermondsey Twill Recycled 130gsm Max Print: 1.45m Bermondsey Twill Recycled 130gsm From $44.50
Pineapple Leather 685gsm Max Print: 1.45m Pineapple Leather 685gsm From $37.90
Twill Elegance 98gsm Max Print: 1.46m Twill Elegance 98gsm From $44.50
Softy Peach Stretch 230gsm Max Print: 1.42m Softy Peach Stretch 230gsm From $49.50
Plush Velvet 250gsm Max Print: 1.42m Plush Velvet 250gsm From $44.50
Nero Ponte 300gsm Max Print: 1.55m Nero Ponte 300gsm From $44.50
Hemp Tencel Plain Weave 135gsm Max Print: 1.41m Hemp Tencel Plain Weave 135gsm From $65
Renew Recycled Cotton 195gsm Max Print: 1.49m Renew Recycled Cotton 195gsm From $44.50
Paramount Brushed Jersey 325gsm Max Print: 1.35m Paramount Brushed Jersey 325gsm From $49.50
LuxCuff Heavy Rib 400gsm Max Print: 1.15m LuxCuff Heavy Rib 400gsm From $49.50
Neoprene 600gsm (1-2mm thick) Max Print: 1.24m Neoprene 600gsm (1-2mm thick) From $70
Soft White Nappa Smooth 1.4mm Max Print: 0.7m Soft White Nappa Smooth 1.4mm From $37.90
Chelsea Tencel Twill 185gsm Max Print: 1.4m Chelsea Tencel Twill 185gsm From $49.50
Soft White Nappa Bubble Texture 1.6mm Max Print: 0.7m Soft White Nappa Bubble Texture 1.6mm From $37.90
Stiff White Nappa Texture 1-1.5mm Max Print: 0.7m Stiff White Nappa Texture 1-1.5mm From $37.90
Diamond Jersey 270gsm Max Print: 1.35m Diamond Jersey 270gsm From $24.50
Poly Georgette Beige 65gsm Max Print: 1.41m Poly Georgette Beige 65gsm From $44.50

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Custom Wicking Fabric Printing

What is wicking fabric? 

Wicking fabric draws moisture away from the skin towards the outer layer of the fabric to keep the wearer dry and comfortable. These technical fabrics have an increased surface area, allowing for a larger absorption of water away from the skin and a quicker rate of evaporation. Through a complex 'capillary' like construct, moisture is transported through this network to the surface where it's spread out into a thinner layer.  
Wicking fabrics are also known as breathable fabrics, as air can leave freely and enter freely. These properties lend wicking material well to making sportswear, where body temperature rises and perspiration is inevitable.  

Popular wicking fabrics include 

  • Breathable Waterproof 
  • Airflow Sports Stretch 
  • Lycra 
  • G-Mesh 
  • Neoprene 
  • Speaker Cloth 
  • Softshell Jersey 

How is it manufactured? 

High-tech polyester textiles are treated with wicking agents which, when knitted with fine, water-repellent fibres, creates a technical capillary system that increases surface area. Polyester, unlike cotton, absorbs only 0.4% of its weight in water, compared to 7%, so all wicking material is made from synthetic fibre blends.

Each wicking fabric is made using different yarns that will affect the performance of the wicking capabilities and preferred end use. Heavier fabrics are made using thicker yarns, so the wicking ability will be less effective than lightweight fabrics, however heavier wicking materials are good for colder climates and  
These capillaries diffuse the highly concentrated areas of moisture to lower concentrated areas in order to increase the rate of evaporation away from the fabric.

Purposes of wicking fabrics 

Typically, technical wicking fabrics are used for sportswear so the person can stay cool and maximise performance. Other clothing garments are made using wicking material, such as wetsuits, jackets and t-shirts. The Speaker Cloth is also used for covering speaker grilles and in arts and crafts too.  

Properties

Because there are so many different choices when it comes to wicking fabric, there are also many properties associated with them. Here are just a few favourites:

  • Breathable – easily let's air in and out, helping to regulate body temperature during exercise or hot climates. If you were to exercise wearing cotton, and you're in a cold environment, sweat will build up and leave you feeling freezing, which can be dangerous.  
  • Quick drying – the fact that the moisture is transported to the surface and spread over across a large, thin layer, means it can evaporate quickly and the area can dry.  
  • Permeable -  this is the fabric's ability to transport moistures through its own construction, and the extent of how permeable a fabric is will depend on the sizes of spaces between yarns.   
  • Wicking – wicking fabrics don't just absorb water, they absorb and then move the moisture to drier areas, ideally the surface, where it can evaporate. 
  • Insulating – many wicking materials are also great insulators, in that the sweat doesn't pool and have chance to turn cold.

Advantages of wicking fabrics

Wicking fabrics are perfect for making sports apparel, as they help the wearer to excel at their performance and stay comfortable. Not only do they mitigate the problems with moisture retention in fabrics, they're also soft, comfortable and highly technical with many other desired properties. 

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