We guarantee you will get beautiful fabrics every time because African fabric is beautiful! You have to open minded , you will not be able to predict what you will get as this is not a store. Just make sure the colors you select in the style quiz are colors you actually like! We cant wait for you to be pleasantly surprised!
No, we will NOT accommodate refunds for that reason. Please make sure that what you enter is what you want. In addition, every month we will send an updated style quiz and follow up with phone calls to make sure you are getting what you want If I send you a picture or a link, will you send me the exact same fabric We can try and source for the fabric but we do NOT GUARANTEE you will get the EXACT fabric. We will use it as inspiration
It depends on your order, if you order 3 or 6 yards, you will get one pattern. If you order a 12 or 18 yard subscription, you will get more than one pattern. With the 12 yard subscription, you get 2 different patterns, each pattern is 6 yards. With 18 yards, you get three different pattern, each pattern has 6 yards of fabric.
Your box will be sent with the next shipment ONLY IF THE STYLE QUIZ IS TAKEN . Check above for shipment dates Rebill date for the subscription service? 15th of every month Shipping Dates For US subscribers, standard shipping takes 2-5 days. For all other locations, shipping may take 7-21 business days (please be aware, delivery to certain countries may take longer).
We welcome you to order larger quantities/wholesale African fabric quantities. We request you to email us at [email protected] for more details conversation.
Email us at [email protected] or use the contact us feature. Make sure to include in the email the name of the product and the link to where you saw the product cheaper
Now that you've rocked your vibrant African print garment and received so many compliments, you're wondering "how do I properly wash and care for the fabric?"
While it may seem challenging, there are certain steps you can take to ensure your garments remain in the same fabulous condition in which you first received them. Here are some general tips you can follow!
SEPARATE COLORS
Separate colors from whites. If you would like to mix your African fabrics with others, test the colourfastness of the fabrics. You can try these two easy methods to test the fabrics:
Test the colourfastness
A) Dampen a piece of white cloth, lay it on top of the print fabric and iron them both until dry
B) Apply your cleaning agent to a hidden seam of the garment then dab the area with a clean cotton cloth. If the color removes itself from the garment onto the cloth with any of these methods then you know not to mix it with other garments.
We found this lovely video of some young Tracee Ellis Ross schooling everyone on how to properly hand wash you clothes. Check her out!
Pick the Right Temperature & Detergent
The safest and best way to clean your African print fabrics is to hand wash them in cold or lukewarm water. If you have to use a washing machine, wash in cold water on the gentle cycle and skip the spin cycle.
Dry Your garments properly
Hang the garments to dry or lay them down. Wringing or twisting them to dry will only compromise the rich colours of the fabric and cause them to fade quickly.
Tumble drying is a no no!
Always iron the garment on the inside.
Set the Iron on the Ideal Heat
Since most African print fabrics are made of cotton, the setting for cotton on your iron is appropriate. However, look out for attachments made of linen and other more delicate fabrics which may require a lower setting.
Hand Washing vs Dry Cleaning
Stains are unfortunately unavoidable. When removing stains while hand washing, never use bleach or anything as harsh. Instead try using something gentler on fabrics like baking soda.
If you are going to get your garments professionally cleaned then make sure the establishment has experience with African print fabrics. Which ever method you choose, hand washing or dry cleaning, we hope these tips will help keep your pieces vibrant!
Let us know if you have any questions about caring for your African print fabrics. You can also read our care instructions.
Please note any stickers on your ankara come like that from the manufacturer. There is nothing we can do about it. But, we have included a link to help with the removal below. Alternatively, there are a number of tutorials that can guide you on how to remove the sticker. If you have any more questions let us know
We can not guarantee that and thus do not make that claim. While we often get fabric that is 100% cotton, we do not put that in any of our postings or listings.
Yes and No. Some fabrics bleed unfortunately. With African Fabric, Manufacturers do not often specify it on the fabric so there is no way of really knowing. We suggest that before you wash to do a fabric bleed test to be sure.
How to Do a Fabric Bleed Test
Submerge a small piece of a fabric in soapy water -- a 2-inch square is fine. Use the same soap and water temperature you normally use to wash fabrics and quilts.
Let the fabric sit in the soapy solution for about 30 minutes, then check to see if the water is discolored. If it is, the fabric bleeds and the dyes could potentially damage other fabrics.
If the water is clear, try one more thing to make sure the dyes won't transfer onto adjacent fabrics when wet. Remove the patch and, without rinsing, place it on a white paper towel. Wait a bit and check to see if dye has transferred onto the toweling. If the paper towel is stained, chances are good that the dye will transfer onto adjacent fabrics when your quilt is washed.
Rinse out the soap and dry your test patch. Perform the bleed test again. If bleeding continues, do not use the fabric in your quilts.
If fabric bleeding stops, be sure to pre-wash the tested fabric a couple of times before use.
Use a Product that Can Stop the Bleeding
If you must use a fabric that bleeds or transfers, purchase a commercial dye fixative, such as Retayne, to help make the dyes more permanent. Treat a snip of fabric, following the instructions carefully, then try the bleed test again.
Submerge a small piece of a fabric in soapy water -- a 2-inch square is fine. Use the same soap and water temperature you normally use to wash fabrics and quilts.
Let the fabric sit in the soapy solution for about 30 minutes, then check to see if the water is discolored. If it is, the fabric bleeds and the dyes could potentially damage other fabrics.
If the water is clear, try one more thing to make sure the dyes won't transfer onto adjacent fabrics when wet. Remove the patch and, without rinsing, place it on a white paper towel. Wait a bit and check to see if dye has transferred onto the toweling. If the paper towel is stained, chances are good that the dye will transfer onto adjacent fabrics when your quilt is washed.
Rinse out the soap and dry your test patch. Perform the bleed test again. If bleeding continues, do not use the fabric in your quilts.
If fabric bleeding stops, be sure to pre-wash the tested fabric a couple of times before use.
If you must use a fabric that bleeds or transfers, purchase a commercial dye fixative, such as Retayne, to help make the dyes more permanent. Treat a snip of fabric, following the instructions carefully, then try the bleed test again.
No, we do not. Please check the description column for details on the product before buying. Keep in mind the fabric comes from Africa so they be marks. Also, the color might appear different on the screen than in person. We try our best to offer the best products out there.
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