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No Minimum Order · Volume Pricing Auto-Applied at Checkout · Blank Orders Ship 1 Business Day

Custom Tea Towels — Wholesale Flour Sack Printing

Custom Tea Towel Printing · Since 2006

Custom Tea Towels on
100% Flour Sack Cotton

Three printing methods. One fabric — premium flour sack cotton. Edge-to-edge full-surface coverage from 25 pieces, DTG with no minimum, screen printing for bold bulk runs. Digital proof included with every order.

Edge-to-Edge from 25 pcs DTG — No Minimum 100% Flour Sack Cotton Proof Before We Print Free US Shipping $200+
25min. pieces
edge-to-edge
No Min.DTG printing
2,000+5-star reviews
✓ Printed by our team
✓ Digital proof on every order
✓ 100% flour sack cotton
✓ Ships from Southern California
✓ Free US shipping over $200
✓ In business since 2006
Custom printed tea towels on flour sack cotton
Custom Tea Towels

Flour Sack Cotton Built for Artists, Designers & Sellers

Mary's Kitchen Towels has been printing custom tea towels on 100% flour sack cotton since 2006. Our customers include independent artists turning original illustrations into sellable merchandise, gift store buyers stocking souvenir collections, designers with wholesale accounts, and brands building a complete retail-ready product line.

We offer three distinct printing methods to suit different design styles, quantities, and budgets — all on the same premium flour sack cotton fabric, printed by our team with no third-party markups.

Coming Soon Linen fabric is coming. We currently print on 100% flour sack cotton. Linen will be available soon as an additional option — contact us to be notified.
Three Methods

Choose Your Printing Method

All three methods are handled by our team. Pick the method that fits your design and quantity — or mix methods across your order.

Edge to edge tea towel printing — full bleed Designer Favorite

Edge-to-Edge Printing

Full-surface coverage — your design prints across every inch of the towel with zero borders or blank margins. The fabric is printed first as a continuous roll, then cut to size and hemmed. Ideal for original illustrations, oil paintings, watercolors, and bold repeating patterns that need the full canvas.

MOQ25 pieces per design
ColorsUnlimited
Popular size19″×28″
Turnaround3–5 weeks after proof approval
Best forOriginal art, illustrations, patterns
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DTG custom printed tea towels

DTG Printing

Direct-to-fabric printing for detailed artwork, unlimited colors, and fine gradients. Printed in the tri-fold position — at the bottom third of the towel — so when folded and hung over an oven handle, the full design is visible without being cut off. Ink bonds directly into the flour sack cotton fibers with no surface layer to crack or peel. No minimum order.

MOQNo minimum
ColorsUnlimited
Popular size27″×27″
Max imprintTri-fold, 14″×16″
Turnaround2–3 weeks after proof approval
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Screen printed tea towels

Screen Printing

Traditional silkscreen for bold logos, text, and solid-color designs. Ink is pressed deep into the cotton fiber — the most wash-durable method we offer, ideal for heavy commercial use. Up to 4 Pantone spot colors. Most cost-effective per unit for runs of 24 or more pieces.

MOQ~24 pieces per design
ColorsUp to 4 Pantone spot colors
Popular size27″×27″
Turnaround2–3 weeks after proof approval
Best forLogos, text, bold spot-color art
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Side by Side

Which Method Is Right for You?

Use this table to pick the best method for your design, quantity, and use case.

Edge-to-Edge DTG Screen Print
Coverage Full surface — 100% Tri-fold, 14″×16″ Tri-fold, 12″×13.5″
Colors Unlimited Unlimited Up to 4 Colors
Minimum order 25 pcs / design No minimum ~24 pcs / design
Best for Art, paintings, patterns Art, paintings, logos Logos, bold spot colors
Popular size 19″×28″ 27″×27″ 27″×27″
Turnaround 3–5 weeks 2–3 weeks 2–3 weeks
Gradients & fine detail ✓ Excellent ✓ Excellent — Solid colors only
Wash durability Good Good Excellent
Branding add-ons ✓ ✓ ✓
Coverage
Edge-to-EdgeFull surface — 100%
DTGTri-fold, 14″×16″
Screen PrintTri-fold, 12″×13.5″
Colors
Edge-to-EdgeUnlimited
DTGUnlimited
Screen PrintUp to 4 Colors
Minimum order
Edge-to-Edge25 pcs / design
DTGNo minimum
Screen Print~24 pcs / design
Best for
Edge-to-EdgeArt, paintings, patterns
DTGArt, paintings, logos
Screen PrintLogos, bold spot colors
Popular size
Edge-to-Edge19″×28″
DTG27″×27″
Screen Print27″×27″
Turnaround
Edge-to-Edge3–5 weeks
DTG2–3 weeks
Screen Print2–3 weeks
Gradients & fine detail
Edge-to-Edge✓ Excellent
DTG✓ Excellent
Screen Print— Solid colors only
Wash durability
Edge-to-EdgeGood
DTGGood
Screen PrintExcellent
Branding add-ons
Edge-to-Edge✓
DTG✓
Screen Print✓

All methods printed on 100% flour sack cotton · Digital proof included · Ships from Southern California · Free US shipping over $200

Edge-to-Edge

Full-Surface Coverage —
No Borders, No Margins

Our most requested method. Starting at just 25 pieces per design.

  • Your design covers every inch of the towel — zero blank borders, zero margins
  • Fabric printed first as a continuous roll, then cut to size and hemmed — true full-bleed coverage
  • 25-piece minimum per design — practical for testing before scaling to wholesale volumes
  • Overseas factories require thousands of pieces for full-surface printing — we start at 25
  • Most popular size: 19″×28″ (other sizes available) — gives artwork the full canvas it deserves
  • Ideal for original illustrations, watercolors, oil paintings, and bold repeat patterns
  • Same DTG technology as standard printing — the difference is coverage area, not print method
  • Unlimited colors including gradients, fine lines, and detailed brushwork
Edge to edge printed tea towel — full bleed flour sack cotton
Our Customers

Who Orders Custom Tea Towels

From independent artists to national wholesale buyers — here's who we print for most often.

🎨Artists & IllustratorsTurn original paintings, watercolors, and ink drawings into functional merchandise. Tea towels are a top-selling product at art fairs, in galleries, and on Etsy — and edge-to-edge gives the artwork the full surface it deserves.
🏪Souvenir & Gift StoresCity-themed, regional, and botanical designs on tea towels are consistent top sellers. We supply museum gift shops, national park stores, boardwalk boutiques, and independent home goods retailers.
⛺Art Fairs & MarketsNo high MOQ means you can test a new design before a fair without overcommitting inventory. Many of our customers reorder the same design every season once they know it sells.
📦Wholesale SellersDesigners and brands supplying independent gift stores, boutiques, and national wholesale accounts trust us for consistent quality, reliable fulfillment, and volume pricing. Up to 40% off on orders of 100+ pieces.
🏛️Museums & Cultural InstitutionsEdge-to-edge printed tea towels featuring collection artwork, botanical illustrations, and architectural photography are among the best-selling items in cultural institution gift shops.
🎁Promotional & Corporate GiftsBranded tea towels make memorable corporate gifts, event giveaways, and promotional merchandise. Screen printing is especially popular for this use case — durable, cost-effective, and available in bulk quantities.
Finishing Options

Add Branding to Your Tea Towels

Three options to make your tea towels look retail-ready. Popular with wholesale sellers, gift shops, and designers who want their product to stand out on a shelf.

Loop screen printing on tea towel
Loop Screen Printing
Your brand name or logo printed directly onto the hanging loop of the towel. A clean, permanent, minimalist branding option that works well for wholesale accounts.
Custom labels and tags on tea towels
Custom Labels & Tags
Labels stitched directly onto your finished towels. Professional and permanent — makes your product look like it belongs in a boutique or gift shop from day one.
Branded paper bands for tea towels
Branded Paper Bands
Wrap your towels in a custom-printed craft paper or white band. A clean retail presentation — adds a polished look without bulk, ideal for display or gift packaging.
Pricing: $0.50/piece per option · Combine any two options for $0.75/piece total · Minimum total print order of 150 pieces. Can be added to any custom tea towel order. Contact us to add branding →
Order a custom printed sample before your full run
Not Sure Yet?

Order a Sample First

Unsure how your illustration will look on flour sack cotton? Order a custom printed sample with your own artwork before committing to a full production run. You'll see exactly how the colors print, how fine detail holds, and how the finished fabric feels in your hands.

💡 Order a sample and receive a $25 discount code toward your first full production order.

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The Process

How It Works

1
Choose & Order

Select your printing method, size, and quantity. Place your order directly from the product page — no quote required for standard orders.

2
Send Your Artwork

Upload your design file after checkout or email it to us. We accept PDF, AI, EPS, PNG (transparent), and TIFF at 300 DPI or higher.

3
Approve Your Proof

We send a digital proof before printing anything. You review and approve — nothing goes to press without your sign-off. Revisions included.

4
We Print & Ship

DTG and screen printing: 2–3 weeks after proof approval. Edge-to-edge: 3–5 weeks. Ships from Southern California. Free US shipping over $200.

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Wholesale

Volume Pricing for Wholesale Orders

Our pricing scales with volume. Whether you're a designer building a wholesale line or a buyer stocking multiple accounts, we have a tier that works.

📦
Up to 40% Off at 100+ Pieces

Orders of 100 or more pieces qualify for our wholesale pricing — up to 40% off standard pricing. Mix and match designs within the same printing method. Contact us for a quote based on your quantity and design specifics.

Get a Wholesale Quote
🎨
Low Minimums to Test First

Edge-to-edge starts at 25 pieces per design, screen print at ~24 pieces, and DTG has no minimum at all. Test a new design at low volume before scaling it up to a full wholesale order — without burning through your budget on guesses.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between edge-to-edge and DTG printing?

Both use the same DTG (direct-to-fabric) printing technology. The difference is coverage and process. DTG prints in the tri-fold position — at the bottom third of a pre-finished, hemmed towel — so when folded and hung over an oven handle, the full 14″×16″ design is visible without being cut off. Edge-to-edge prints on the fabric as a continuous roll first — before the towel is cut or hemmed — which allows the design to cover every inch of the surface with zero borders or blank margins. Edge-to-edge has a 25-piece minimum; DTG has no minimum.

What sizes do you offer for custom tea towels?

For DTG and screen printing, the most popular size is 27″×27″ — a classic square kitchen towel that works well for centered designs. For edge-to-edge, the most popular size is 19″×28″ — the rectangular format gives full-bleed artwork room to breathe and displays beautifully when folded. We offer additional sizes across all three methods — contact us if you're unsure which works best for your design.

What fabric do you print on?

All custom tea towels are printed on 100% flour sack cotton — a 130 thread-count diagonal weave that is flat, lint-free, highly absorbent, and excellent for printing. It's the same premium flour sack fabric we've sold and printed on since 2006. We are planning to add linen as an additional fabric option soon — contact us if you'd like to be notified when it becomes available.

How long does printing take?

DTG and screen printing take 2–3 weeks from proof approval to dispatch. Edge-to-edge printing takes 3–5 weeks from proof approval. All turnaround times start after you approve the digital proof — not from the date of order. We'll send your proof as quickly as possible after receiving your artwork file.

What file format should I send for my artwork?

Send your file at 300 DPI or higher at the intended print size, in PDF, AI, EPS, PNG (with transparent background), or TIFF format. For screen printing, separate each color onto its own layer and include Pantone (PMS) color codes. For edge-to-edge designs, extend your artwork 1–2 inches beyond the final towel dimensions on all sides as a bleed. If you're unsure whether your file is ready, email it to us before ordering — we review all artwork for free.

Do you offer branding options like labels and loop printing?

Yes — we offer three branding and finishing options: loop screen printing (your brand printed on the hanging loop), custom labels and tags stitched onto the towel, and branded paper bands for retail packaging. Pricing: $0.50/piece per option, or $0.75/piece for any two options combined. Minimum total print order of 150 pieces. Contact us to add branding to your order.

Do you offer wholesale pricing?

Yes. Orders of 100+ pieces qualify for wholesale pricing — up to 40% off standard rates. Our low minimums (25 pcs for edge-to-edge, none for DTG) mean you can test a design before scaling up rather than committing to a large run upfront. Contact us for a custom quote based on your printing method, quantity, and design.

Can I order a sample before placing a full production run?

Yes — we offer custom printed samples with your own artwork so you can see exactly how your design prints on the flour sack fabric before committing to a full run. When you order a sample, you receive a $10 discount code toward your first full production order. Especially useful for artists and designers preparing for a new product launch or fair season.

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