woven label is a type of clothing label that is created on a weaving machine by using warp threads to express text, graphics, letters, numbers, 3D logos, names, color combinations, and more. Woven labels have a wide range of uses and are commonly used in industries such as clothing, wallets, luggage, carpets, towels, toys, promotional items, bedding, and more.
They are used by clothing factories, garment manufacturers, and home textile factories in the production, manufacturing, processing, or sale of clothing and home textiles. Woven labels are a product of modern economy and are known for their high-end, durable, distinct lines, and soft texture.
Woven labels are mainly divided into two categories: cut-edge labels and woven-edge labels (hook-edge labels, shuttle loom labels). Based on different weave densities and warp colors, they can be further classified as: plain white, plain black, satin white, satin black, and semi-satin. Each of these different techniques has different application values and texture effects.
Woven-edge labels: When the required label is woven out at once according to the width requirements, it is called a woven-edge label. This technique avoids many disadvantages of cut-edge labels but has lower production output. They can be flat or satin, and are known for their soft and stiff texture. They are suitable for high-end fashion products such as dresses and suits.
Cut-edge labels: As the name suggests, they are woven like fabrics on specialized high-speed machines and then cut into strips according to the label's width. Because of the heat-melting characteristics of the polyester, the yarns stick together when cut and do not fray. However, this can impact the appearance and texture.
There are multiple methods to create clothing labels, depending on the desired materials, complexity, and production volume. The below information provides an overview of some of the most common methods.
Production: The process of weaving threads together on a loom to create durable, high-quality labels with raised letters or designs.
Material: Typically made from cotton, polyester, or a blend of both. Recycled yarn is becoming increasingly popular among eco-friendly brands.
Customization: Highly customizable with various colors, textures, and intricate designs.
Uses: Often used for branding, size and care instructions, as well as decorative purposes.
Production: Various printing techniques such as flexographic printing, offset printing, or digital printing are used to directly print the design onto fabric or ribbons.
Material: Can be printed on cotton, satin, nylon, or other synthetic fabrics.
Customization: Offers vibrant colors and intricate artwork, but texture options are limited compared to woven labels.
Uses: Popular for large logos, colorful designs, and care instructions.
Production: The design is printed onto a carrier film and then heat pressed onto the garment. Material: Typically made from vinyl or polyurethane.
Customization: Provides vibrant colors and durability, but the design may feel slightly raised, and complexity is limited.
Uses: Ideal for large logos, text, and simple graphics.
Production: Threads are stitched into the fabric, creating raised textured designs.
Material: Usually made from polyester or synthetic silk threads.
Customization: Highly customizable with a 3D effect and intricate details, but more expensive compared to other methods.
Uses: Used for high-end brands, luxury clothing, and intricate logo designs.
Production: Woven labels created using jacquard weaving technique, resulting in complex raised designs with contrasting colors.
Material: Typically made from silk thread or synthetic silk thread.
Customization: Very luxurious and visually appealing, but expensive and requires specialized looms.
Uses: Suitable for high-end fashion brands, special occasions, and collectibles.
In addition to these primary methods, other options such as laser cutting, metal labels, and leather patches offer further customization and aesthetic choices.
Ultimately, the choice of clothing label creation method depends on the desired appearance, budget, and production volume. Each method has its own advantages and disadvantages, so selecting the right method is crucial to achieve the desired results.
Woven labels and printed labels are two commonly used materials for clothing tags. When buying clothes, we often see these two types of labels. They have different characteristics. Let's take a look at the differences between woven labels and printed labels.
Woven labels use yarn to create graphics, and the final product can differ from the original flat design. Generally, a sample is produced for customer confirmation before mass production is arranged.
Woven labels can be divided into two types: woven edge and heat-cut edge. Woven edge labels are directly woven according to the customer's width requirements, called woven edge labels. This process avoids many disadvantages of heat-cut edge labels but has lower output.
Heat-cut edge labels are cut from a whole piece of fabric after being woven. They are relatively cheaper than woven edge labels, have higher output, and offer more color options. Therefore, heat-cut edge labels are more commonly used in woven label production, and more customers prefer them.
Woven labels are created by interweaving yarn to express text, graphics, and logos. Generally, polyester or pure cotton thread is used. The advantage of woven labels is that their content will not fade no matter how many times they are washed.
The advantages of printed labels are as follows:
Due to the printing method used, printed labels have rich, bright, and vivid colors, high clarity, and a fashionable appearance.
High production efficiency. Woven labels are produced in a similar way to weaving fabric, so their output is lower than that of printed labels. Printed labels have a faster sampling and delivery speed.
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Straight Cut or Heat Cut: The straight cut or heat cut is a label without any folds, typically sewn on all four sides and suitable for the outside of garments or bags. We accomplish this on label cutting and folding machines. Or, we can use a specialized garment label cutting machine.
Center Fold The center fold: is a clothing label that is folded in half at its middle. It is then typically sewn with one seam. It can also be used for sleeve and hem tags.
End Fold The end fold: is a label where the left and right sides of the label are tucked underneath the body of the label to complete the end. Then, space is left on both sides of the label to sew it onto the garment. These are commonly found on high-end clothing necklines.
Mitre Fold: The mitre fold involves two 45 degree angles at the bottom corner of the label and hangs in a more fanciful yet elegant way.
Envelope Fold and Asymmetric Fold: These are somewhat similar to end folds. The folding method uses an automatic label cutting and folding machine with different tooling. The left side is for end folding and the right side is for center folding.
Four-End Fold, Manhattan Fold, Pocket Fold, and Longitude End Fold: These folding methods cannot be accomplished on a single machine. We would have to use a longitude label folding machine (single function) as well as a label automatic cutting or cutting/folding machine.
Two-End Fold and Center Fold: This label folding procedure cannot be separated. We must accomplish it on a specialized label cutting and folding machine.
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