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SHESHWE
Stitched with stories and woven with dreams, it's fabric that dances to the rhythm of tradition.
THE COLLECTION
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Shweshwe is a traditional print characterised by intricate geometric patterns and vibrant colours. Shweshwe has been part of the South African design movement since the 1800s, and the print continues to appeal across Africa and beyond. Traditionally a very stiff fabric as a result of the starch used to preserve the fabric when imported from Europe via sea. Our version can be printed on a variety of base cloths, ranging from soft velvets to linen-feel fabric.
LET'S BRING YOUR PRINT TO LIFE
To get started, explore our collection and choose the one that catches your eye. Once you've made your selection, we'll dive into customizing your design.
Select your preferred print from the collection.
Now it's time to choose the base cloth for your print. What's base cloth, you ask? It's the upholstery fabric we use to print on, all of which are upholstery grade and 140cm wide (unless stated otherwise). The base cloth you choose will have a big impact on the overall look and feel of your design. We offer a range of options, from soft velvets to durable vinyl.
Next, you'll encounter three options for the repeat. Wondering what repeat means? It refers to the size and number of images that will appear on each 140cmx100cm panel. Take a look at the example provided to help you decide which repeat option suits your preference.
Select the meterage of fabric you need, keeping in mind that it's 140cm wide. Please note that there is a minimum order of 1 meter.
Once you've made all your choices, add everything to your cart and proceed to check out.
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BASE CLOTH
The Shweshwe collection can be printed on a variety of base cloths, ranging from soft velvets to linen-feel fabric. For the ultimate glam feel we would recommend printing on velvet.
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Select Your Print
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