4.2 oz. 100% airlume combed and ring-spun cotton. Retail fit. Sizes XS through 4XL. 50+ colors.
The Bella+Canvas 3001C is the gold standard of blank apparel. The 3001 is made from airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, which delivers an exceptionally soft hand feel and a clean printable surface that screen printers, DTG printers, and embroiderers consistently prefer over standard wholesale alternatives. At 4.2 ounces it is lightweight without feeling flimsy, and the retail fit silhouette gives it a clean, intentional look that customers respond to immediately.
For decorators, few blanks in the wholesale market deliver the print quality that the 3001C does. The airlume cotton is processed to remove more impurities and short fibers than standard combed cotton, producing a smoother, more uniform print substrate that improves ink adhesion and print sharpness across screen printing, DTG, and heat transfer methods. The retail fit, side-seamed construction, and shoulder taping give the garment structure that holds its shape through repeated washing, and the wide color range covers virtually every program palette including standard solids, heathers, and specialty colorways.
For the heather CVC version of the 3001 in a different fabric construction, the Bella+Canvas 3001CVC Unisex Heather CVC T-Shirt covers the heathered aesthetic. For the v-neck silhouette in the same airlume cotton family, the Bella+Canvas 3005 Unisex Jersey V-Neck Tee offers the alternative neckline. For a comparable premium ring-spun cotton tee at a lower price point, the Next Level 3600 Unisex Cotton Crewneck T-Shirt is the closest budget alternative.
What is airlume cotton?
Airlume is Bella+Canvas's branded cotton, an upgraded combed and ring-spun cotton specifically processed to remove more impurities and short fibers than standard combed cotton. The result is a smoother, softer fabric surface and a more consistent print substrate. It is one of the features that separates Bella+Canvas from budget cotton blanks at a comparable weight.
How does the 3001C fit compared to a standard unisex tee?
The 3001C uses a retail fit that runs slightly slimmer than a traditional boxy unisex blank. It is fitted at the bicep and side-seamed for shape, giving it a more intentional silhouette than a tubular-knit alternative. Customers who prefer a relaxed or oversized fit may want to size up. For most boutique and lifestyle programs, the 3001C runs true to size.
Why do heather and blend colors use a 52/48 cotton/poly construction?
Pure cotton can't achieve the heathered, two-tone texture or color depth of heather and blend colorways. The 52/48 blend incorporates enough polyester to produce the heathered aesthetic while keeping cotton dominant for hand feel and printability. The 3001C uses 100% cotton on standard solids and adjusts the construction specifically for colors that require it.
Is the 3001C good for DTG printing?
Yes. The airlume combed and ring-spun cotton is one of the best DTG substrates in the wholesale market. The smooth surface produces clean, vibrant DTG results, particularly on lighter colorways. Pre-treat as standard for cotton-dominant blends.
What sizes are available?
XS through 4XL.
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