From Canvas to Cloth: How to Print Your Art on the Fabric of Your Choice

Imagine your latest masterpiece. Those brushstrokes full of emotion, that color palette that defines you, that composition that took you hours to perfect. Now, imagine being able to take that same work beyond the canvas or paper. Imagine being able to wear it, use it to decorate a space, or turn it into a unique collection of accessories.

At Waixo, we believe that art should have no limits. That's why we have perfected a process so that you, as an artist, can transform your paintings and creations into spectacular prints on the fabric of your choice. We'll tell you how you can give a new dimension to your art with us.

On our podcast WaixoTalks we have two interviews with artists who have transferred their works to fabric, which we recommend you watch!

A new life for your art: Why print your works?

Transforming your creations into textile patterns opens up a universe of creative and commercial possibilities:

• New revenue streams: Sell your own fabrics by the meter, create a capsule fashion line, designer scarves, or home decor items.
• Exclusive merchandising: Offer buyers of your works or visitors to your exhibitions a unique product derived from your art.
• Expansion of your personal brand: Your style becomes recognizable not only on the wall, but also in people's daily lives.
• Creative experimentation: Discover how your compositions and colors behave on different textures such as cotton, silk, linen, or viscose.

The process: The magic of turning brushstrokes into fabric

Step 1: Digitizing your artwork

This part is the most complicated since we need a digital file of the artwork to be able to transfer it to the fabric. To achieve this, one option is to take a rectangular photo of your artwork and then edit it a bit until you get the image you want. We accept JPG files with a minimum resolution of 150 dpi and a file size not exceeding 120 MB.

Step 2: Choosing the perfect fabric

This is where touch meets sight. The fabric you choose can completely change the perception of your artwork. Are you looking for an ethereal drape for a floral watercolor? Or robustness for a powerful graphic design?

In our catalog, you will find dozens of options. Each with its technical sheet so you can choose the perfect base for your art.

However, we ALWAYS recommend acquiring fabric samples before placing the final order, as it is the only and best way to achieve exactly the result you have in mind. We offer up to 5 free samples.

Step 3: Digital textile printing

Once we have your digital design and you have chosen the perfect fabric, the magic begins. At Waixo, we use state-of-the-art digital printing technology so that the result exceeds your expectations.

Step 4: Your art made into fabric, direct to your workshop

And that's it! You will receive your personalized fabric, ready for you to transform it into what you always dreamed of. With exceptional print quality and the vibrant colors of your original artwork, your fabric will arrive ready for you to unleash your creativity in your workshop.

Take the leap from canvas to fabric with Waixo

Your art has the potential to live in infinite formats. Letting it inhabit a fabric is one of the most intimate and personal ways to share it with the world. At Waixo, we help you in this creative process, providing you with the best technology and a team of experts so that the result is, simply, perfect.

Send us your design to info@waixo.com or upload it to our website!