Printing Service
Bring your lampshade designs to life with Dannells' custom fabric printing service. Whether you are creating a one-off bespoke lampshade, producing matching interiors, or developing a collection for customers, we provide high-quality printed coverings designed specifically for lampshade making. We combine specialist printing technology, carefully selected fabrics and years of lampshade-making experience to help your designs stand out with a professional finish. Custom printed lampshade coverings from as little as £3.86 per print.
Printable Fabric Options
Our printable fabric range has been carefully selected and extensively tested to ensure excellent print quality, vibrant colour reproduction, and suitability for lampshade making. Not all printable fabrics are suitable for this application. Many textiles designed for digital printing use specialist ink-receptive coatings that can interfere with the lamination process, preventing them from bonding effectively to self-adhesive lampshade materials.
The fabrics we offer have been chosen not only for their ability to produce sharp, consistent printed results, but also for their compatibility with our Stick-It® Lampshade Making Films. Each fabric laminates reliably to the self-adhesive backing and can be rolled around lampshade rings without fraying, allowing you to achieve a clean, professional finish with confidence.
| Fabric | Best For | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Natural Cotton | Soft, natural-looking prints with warm undertones | 152gsm |
| Linen | Textured designs with a natural slub finish | 231gsm |
| Satin | Smooth, vibrant prints with a luxurious finish | 200gsm |
| Velvet | Rich colour depth and a soft, premium texture | 280gsm |
| Polytextile | Lightweight prints that are easy to work with | 145gsm |
How It Works
Create Your Design
Create your artwork using one of our lampshade templates or design your own from scratch. If you're making a lampshade using a Dannells kit, simply follow the appropriate template to ensure a perfect fit. Alternatively, use our free online Lampshade Designer & Pattern Creator to create custom sizes, visualise your design, and generate accurate panel patterns ready for printing and production.
We Print Your Design
Your artwork is professionally printed onto specialist lampshade fabrics using dye-sublimation technology. This process delivers vibrant colours, sharp detail, and excellent durability, with inks permanently bonded into the fabric for a high-quality, long-lasting finish.
Make Your Lampshade
Your printed fabric arrives ready to use, allowing you to bring your design from screen to finished product with ease. Simply apply the fabric to your lampshade panel and assemble your shade to create a beautiful, professional-quality lighting product featuring your own unique artwork. The finished shade becomes a true reflection of your creativity, combining your design with expertly printed fabric and professional lampshade-making materials.
The Printing Process

Dye Sublimation Printing
Dye-sublimation printing is a digital printing process that works beautifully with polyester-based and polymer-coated materials.
Your artwork is first printed onto specialist transfer paper, then transferred to the fabric using heat, pressure and time. The print becomes embedded into the material rather than sitting on the surface.
- Excellent colour vibrancy
- Sharp detail and photographic quality
- Durable print that will not crack or peel
- Ideal for lampshade production
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a minimum order quantity?
No, there is no minimum order quantity. Whether you need a single panel or metre for a prototype, a small batch for a bespoke project, or larger quantities for ongoing production, we can accommodate orders of all sizes.
This flexibility makes our service ideal for independent makers, designers, and businesses looking to test new ideas without committing to large stock purchases. It also allows established manufacturers to order exactly what they need, helping to reduce waste, manage costs, and streamline production.
Simply order the quantity that suits your project, with the confidence that you'll receive the same high-quality printing and service regardless of order size
Do you offer discounts for multiple prints?
Yes. We offer volume discounts on larger orders, making our printing service even more cost-effective as quantities increase. Whether you're ordering multiple metres of the same design or producing a collection of printed fabrics, our pricing is structured to reward higher volumes.
Many of our trade customers and professional makers benefit from reduced per-metre costs when ordering larger quantities, helping to improve margins while maintaining consistent quality across every print.
As every project is different, we recommend contacting us for a tailored quotation. We'll be happy to discuss your requirements and provide the most competitive pricing based on the quantities and designs you need.
Can I order multiple artworks?
Yes. You can order multiple artwork designs within the same order, making it easy to produce collections, test different concepts, or offer a wider range of products to your customers.
Where multiple designs are printed on the same fabric type, quantity discounts may still apply, helping you benefit from volume pricing without being restricted to a single artwork. This gives you the flexibility to order a variety of designs while still achieving excellent value.
Please note that additional charges may apply for the processing, preparation, and management of multiple artworks, depending on the number of designs supplied and the level of artwork setup required. Our team will always advise you of any applicable costs before production begins.
Do you offer fabric printing for other products?
Yes. In addition to lampshade fabrics, we can also print fabric for matching cushion covers, helping you create coordinated interior collections with a consistent look and feel.
Many of our customers choose to pair their lampshades with complementary cushions to create a complete home décor range. Using the same artwork across both products ensures colours, patterns, and design details work together seamlessly, providing a professional and cohesive finish.
Whether you're developing a retail collection, creating bespoke interior projects, or producing products for your own brand, our fabric printing service makes it easy to extend your designs beyond lampshades. Simply let us know your requirements and our team will be happy to discuss the available options and provide a quotation.
Do you have samples available?
Yes. We offer a free sample swatch pack that can be ordered directly from our website.
We're Ready When You Are
Whether you need a one-off custom lampshade covering or a larger production run,
our team is here to help.
From artwork advice and fabric selection through to printing and fulfilment, we provide
expert support, reliable service and quality results at every stage.
Get in touch today to discuss your project or request a quotation.
Call: 01992 700311 | Email: info@dannells.com


