CVC (chief value cotton) means a cotton-majority blend. The 3001CVC combines Bella+Canvas’s retail fit with heathered colors that stay put in the wash.
Specs
| Weight | 4.2 oz/yd² |
|---|---|
| Fabric | 52% Airlume cotton / 48% polyester (CVC heather) |
| Fit | Retail / modern unisex |
| Construction | Side-seamed, tear-away label |
| Sizes | XS-4XL |
| Colors | 40+ heathers |
| Best print methods | Screen printing, DTF (DTG works on some colors) |
| Price tier | $$: mid-range |
Specs from the manufacturer’s published product information; heather and blended colors can differ. Price tiers compare typical wholesale prices.
Why pick it
- Minimal shrinking
- Soft, drapey heather fabric
- Holds color well
Think twice if…
- Polyester limits DTG vibrancy
- Water-based inks can look faded on heathers
Who it’s for
Brands that want a soft, heathered look and less shrinkage.
Printing tips
Polyester content can cause dye migration with some inks on dark colors: ask your printer about low-bleed inks.
Frequently asked questions
What does CVC mean?
Chief value cotton: a blend with more cotton than polyester.
Printed on the Bella+Canvas 3001CVC?
Notes from readers
Printed on the Bella+Canvas 3001CVC? How did it take the print, and how did it wash? The first good one goes right here.
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How it compares
| Blank | Weight | Fabric | Fit | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bella+Canvas 3001CVC | 4.2 oz/yd² | 52% Airlume cotton / 48% polyester (CVC heather) | Retail / modern unisex | $$ |
| Bella+Canvas 3001 | 4.2 oz/yd² | 100% Airlume combed & ring-spun cotton (heathers are blends) | Retail / modern unisex | $$ |
| Next Level 6210 CVC | 4.3 oz/yd² | 60% combed ring-spun cotton / 40% polyester | Fitted | $$ |
| District DT6000 Very Important Tee | 4.3 oz/yd² | 100% ring-spun combed cotton | Modern | $$ |
