FIT Knit / Stretch Fabric with Sublimation Print — Production and Personalisation

FIT knit / stretch fabric with sublimation print is a lightweight, elastic and functional material designed for sportswear, training apparel, promotional clothing, functional garments and lightweight fashion collections. Thanks to its low weight, elastane content and suitable surface for printing, the material works well in projects where wearing comfort, freedom of movement, quick drying and the possibility of applying any custom graphic are important.

The material has a weight of 115 g/m², a width of 160 cm and a composition of 90% polyester / 10% elastane. This construction provides lightness, elasticity and good fit to the body, while also allowing for a vivid sublimation print across the entire surface of the fabric.

FIT knit / stretch fabric with sublimation print is a good solution for clothing brands, sportswear manufacturers, sewing workshops, advertising agencies, online stores and companies that want to create lightweight, personalised collections with their own print.

Personalisation options

FIT knit / stretch fabric can be printed according to the customer's individual design, depending on the intended use of the product, collection, garment cut and expected visual effect.

Personalisation options include:

• printing any customer-supplied graphic,
• printing a logo, brand name, slogan or collection motif,
• printing repeat patterns,
• full-surface printing,
• preparing the material for sportswear, promotional clothing, functional apparel or fashion products,
• the possibility of producing event and promotional projects,
• the possibility of preparing seasonal collections,
• printing graphics in corporate colours,
• production of short runs, prototypes and larger production orders,
• the possibility of production under a private label.

Thanks to personalisation, the material can be adapted to a brand identity, event, sports team, clothing collection or a specific advertising project.

In the product gallery, you will find some of our graphics from which you can also choose a design for printing.

View our graphic gallery and choose a pattern for your print

Printing any custom graphic

We can print any customer-supplied graphic on FIT knit / stretch fabric. This may include a logo, sports pattern, geometric motif, advertising graphic, event design, clothing design, fashion print, club graphic, technical markings or a full-surface pattern prepared for a specific collection.

The possibility of printing makes the material suitable for several functions at once:

• a base for sportswear,
• a material for promotional clothing,
• an element of brand visual identity,
• a component of fashion collections,
• a material for event products,
• a base for club or team collections,
• a material for short runs and prototypes,
• a product for private-label production.

Sublimation printing allows for intense colours, smooth tonal transitions and good detail sharpness, which is especially important in clothing with logos, graphic patterns, gradients and visual identity elements.

Material — 90% polyester / 10% elastane

FIT knit / stretch fabric is made from a combination of polyester and elastane. Polyester works very well with sublimation printing, is practical in use and dries quickly, while elastane provides elasticity and better adaptation of the material to body movement.

Key material features:

• composition: 90% PES / 10% EL,
• weight: 115 g/m²,
• width: 160 cm,
• lightweight construction,
• elasticity,
• breathability,
• quick drying,
• good surface for printing,
• comfortable use,
• easy care,
• suitable for sportswear and promotional clothing.

Thanks to its low weight, the material is lightweight and drapes well in the finished product, which is especially important for T-shirts, training apparel and lightweight functional collections.

Lightness and wearing comfort

The 115 g/m² weight makes FIT fabric very light, comfortable and well suited to garments intended for physical activity and everyday wear. The material does not add unnecessary weight to the finished product and allows for the creation of sports-style, functional apparel.

Key functional advantages:

• low weight,
• wearing comfort,
• good drape,
• softness against the skin,
• comfort during movement,
• a suitable base for lightweight sportswear,
• practicality in everyday use.

This material is recommended for projects where lightness, freedom of movement and comfort over longer periods of wear are important.

Elasticity and fit

The elastane content makes the material perform well during use. Its elasticity helps garments fit the body and increases comfort during movement, training, physical activity or everyday wear.

FIT knit / stretch fabric works well in products that should:

• adapt to the body,
• not restrict movement,
• remain comfortable during activity,
• drape well in the finished product,
• move together with the wearer,
• maintain an aesthetic appearance during wear.

This is especially important for sports T-shirts, training apparel, functional clothing and lightweight promotional products.

Breathability and quick drying

FIT material works well in products where thermal comfort and quick moisture release are important. Quick drying makes everyday use, washing and care of the finished garment easier.

Key features in this area:

• breathable material,
• quick-drying structure,
• comfort during activity,
• practicality in washing and use,
• a suitable choice for training and promotional clothing,
• comfort during longer wear.

Thanks to these properties, FIT knit fabric can be used in sportswear, event apparel, promotional T-shirts and products intended for active use.

Applications of FIT knit / stretch fabric with print

FIT knit / stretch fabric with sublimation print has a wide range of applications in the production of lightweight sportswear, functional clothing, promotional apparel and everyday garments.

Example applications:

• printed sports T-shirts,
• training T-shirts,
• functional clothing,
• promotional clothing,
• event apparel,
• promotional T-shirts,
• lightweight fashion collections,
• club clothing,
• team clothing,
• sports tops,
• activewear elements,
• lightweight printed textile products,
• seasonal collections,
• clothing prototypes,
• private-label products.

The material can be used both for short runs and larger production batches where colour, graphic and functional parameter repeatability are important.

Who is FIT knit / stretch fabric with print for?

FIT knit / stretch fabric with sublimation print is suitable, among others, for:

• clothing brands,
• sportswear brands,
• training apparel manufacturers,
• sewing workshops,
• design studios,
• online stores,
• advertising agencies,
• companies preparing promotional clothing,
• sports event organisers,
• sports clubs,
• brands creating fashion collections,
• companies producing clothing under their own brand,
• customers looking for a lightweight material with custom print.

It is a good solution for projects where lightness, elasticity, quick drying and full graphic personalisation are important.

Sublimation printing

Printing on FIT knit / stretch fabric is carried out using sublimation technology. This method allows the graphic to be transferred onto the material in a durable, aesthetic way that is well suited to the polyester base.

Key advantages of sublimation printing:

• the possibility of producing full-colour graphics,
• intense colours,
• smooth gradients,
• good detail reproduction,
• the possibility of printing logos and corporate patterns,
• the possibility of producing repeat patterns,
• printing over larger areas of fabric,
• good durability with proper use,
• no thick print layer on the surface of the material.

The final print result depends on the quality of the supplied design, colour scheme, production settings and material properties.

Printing and colour preparation

We prepare sublimation prints based on files supplied by the customer. The process can support designs prepared in RGB or CMYK colour space, which makes it easier to implement different graphic standards.

For projects requiring a high level of colour accuracy, it is worth preparing a sample or proof, as the final effect may depend on the type of material, print settings, lighting and the specifics of the design.

Project preparation may include:

• full-surface graphics,
• repeat patterns,
• logos,
• collection motifs,
• sports markings,
• numbers,
• team names,
• visual identity elements,
• advertising graphics,
• event designs.

Quality and repeatability

In the production of printed materials, repeatability of colours, patterns and functional parameters is important. This is especially relevant for clothing collections, advertising projects, teamwear production and larger series.

Possible elements of production control and arrangements include:

• colour management,
• adapting the design to the material,
• preparing a sample,
• preparing a proof,
• series repeatability,
• selection of parameters according to the intended use,
• preparing product specifications,
• the possibility of producing short and larger series.

For demanding projects, it is recommended to prepare a sample in order to check the colour, detail sharpness, material behaviour and final print effect.

Logistics and B2B cooperation

FIT knit / stretch fabric with print can be used both for short runs and larger production orders. Cooperation is possible with brands, sewing workshops, advertising agencies and companies implementing products under their own brand.

Cooperation options include:

• prototypes,
• short runs,
• collection production,
• advertising production,
• larger orders,
• regular cooperation,
• support with file preparation,
• advice on material selection,
• private-label production.

It is a practical solution for companies that want to implement lightweight textiles with custom printing and repeatable quality.

How to order FIT knit / stretch fabric with print?

To prepare a quotation and adapt production to the project, it is best to provide basic information about the order.

The brief should include:

• planned use of the material,
• expected quantity,
• graphic design or design assumptions,
• information about the colour scheme,
• how the material will be used in the finished product,
• requirements for colour repeatability,
• information about the cut or graphic placement, if the design is matched to a specific pattern,
• expected completion date.

Based on this information, it is possible to prepare a recommendation, quotation, schedule and optional proof or sample.

Technical data

• product: FIT knit / stretch fabric with sublimation print,
• composition: 90% PES / 10% EL,
• weight: 115 g/m²,
• fabric width: 160 cm,
• printing technique: sublimation,
• print: possibility of printing any customer-supplied graphic,
• design colour space: RGB or CMYK,
• functional features: elastic, breathable, super lightweight, quick-drying, durable, easy to care for,
• applications: sports T-shirts, training apparel, functional clothing, promotional clothing, fashion, promotional collections,
• production: prototypes, short runs, larger orders,
• possibility of private-label production,
• possible dimensional and colour differences: depending on the production process, material parameters and graphic design.

Key advantages of FIT knit / stretch fabric with print

Any custom print

The material can be printed with any customer-supplied graphic — from a simple logo to full-surface collection patterns.

Lightweight 115 g/m² fabric

The low weight makes the material light, comfortable and well suited to sportswear, promotional clothing and functional garments.

Elasticity and comfort

The elastane content provides freedom of movement, better fit to the body and comfortable use.

Breathability and quick drying

The material works well in products where breathability, thermal comfort and easy care are important.

High print quality

The smooth surface and polyester composition allow for aesthetic sublimation printing with vivid colours and good detail reproduction.

Private-label product

FIT knit / stretch fabric can be used to produce clothing, sportswear, promotional and event collections under a private label.

How to prepare artwork for printing?

The graphic design should be prepared in good quality so that the print looks good on the finished material. For sportswear, promotional clothing and fashion products, it is worth considering the cutting method and the placement of the pattern on the product.

When preparing the artwork, it is worth considering:

• fabric width: 160 cm,
• pattern scale,
• graphic repeatability,
• placement of elements on the cutting pattern,
• legibility of logos and small details,
• colour scheme of the design,
• RGB or CMYK colour space,
• intended use of the finished product,
• possibility of preparing a sample,
• maintaining appropriate graphic file quality.

The better the design is prepared, the better and more predictable the final print result will be.

Check our guidelines for preparing artwork

Samples and proofing

For clothing projects, private-label collections, larger orders or projects requiring particular colour accuracy, preparing a proof or sample is recommended.

A sample allows you to check:

• colour accuracy,
• detail sharpness,
• print intensity,
• material behaviour,
• elasticity,
• appearance of the graphic on the fabric surface,
• suitability of the material for the planned product.

This is especially important for sports collections, promotional clothing, logo-based projects and full-surface prints.

Important production information

• the material has a weight of 115 g/m²,
• the fabric width is 160 cm,
• the material composition is 90% polyester and 10% elastane,
• any customer-supplied graphic can be printed,
• printing is carried out using sublimation technology,
• designs can be prepared in RGB or CMYK colour space,
• print colours may differ slightly from the colours visible on screen,
• the elasticity of the material may affect the appearance of the graphic when stretched,
• the final result depends on the quality of the supplied graphic design,
• for demanding projects, preparing a proof or sample is recommended,
• minor dimensional and colour differences may occur due to the production process,
• for larger orders or regular cooperation, terms can be agreed individually.

Frequently asked questions

Can I print my own graphic?

Yes. We can print any customer-supplied graphic, such as a logo, repeat pattern, clothing design, sports motif or advertising graphic.

What is the fabric weight?

The fabric weight is 115 g/m².

What is the material composition?

The material composition is 90% polyester and 10% elastane.

What is the fabric width?

The fabric width is 160 cm.

What printing method is used?

Printing is carried out using sublimation technology.

Is the material elastic?

Yes. The elastane content provides elasticity and better adaptation of the material to movement.

Does the material dry quickly?

Yes. FIT knit / stretch fabric has quick-drying properties and works well in sportswear and functional clothing.

Is the material suitable for sports T-shirts?

Yes. The material works well for sports T-shirts, training apparel, functional clothing and lightweight promotional clothing.

Can the design be prepared in RGB or CMYK?

Yes. We can work with files prepared in RGB or CMYK colour space.

Is it worth preparing a sample before production?

Yes. For projects requiring accurate colours or larger orders, a sample is recommended because it allows you to check the final print effect and material behaviour.