Bella Canvas 3001CV Blank T-Shirt for DTF Printing
The Bella Canvas 3001CV is the Cotton-Viscose (CVC) version of the iconic Bella Canvas 3001 — a 3.8 oz blend of combed and ring-spun cotton with viscose that produces a lighter weight, softer drape, and a subtle sheen that separates it from standard all-cotton blanks. Available in sizes S through 5XL across 10 colorways at DTF Jersey, the 3001CV is built for retail custom apparel programs, fashion-forward brand merchandise, and any project where a lightweight, premium-feeling garment is the priority.
Key Features of the Bella Canvas 3001CV
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3.8 oz Airlume combed and ring-spun CVC (cotton-viscose) — lighter and softer than standard cotton blanks
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Subtle natural sheen from the viscose component gives the garment a premium retail look
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Side-seamed construction for a clean, tailored fit
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Tear-away label for comfortable, tag-free wear
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Retail-fit silhouette with a slightly longer body for a modern look
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Available in 10 colorways: Black, White, Navy, Natural, True Royal, Red, Ash, Military Green, Sage, Maroon
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Sizes S through 5XL
Lightweight Premium Blanks for Retail Brands and Fashion-Forward Custom Apparel
The CVC blend gives the 3001CV a hand feel that standard cotton blanks at any weight cannot match — the viscose component adds a smoothness and drape that makes the garment feel more like a premium retail product than a custom apparel blank. For indie brands and apparel labels building direct-to-consumer product lines across the NJ and NY metropolitan market, this distinction matters because it affects how customers perceive value when they handle the product.
At 3.8 oz, the 3001CV is a warm-weather and layering blank — lightweight enough for spring and summer wear but substantial enough to hold a DTF transfer cleanly. The Sage colorway in particular is difficult to find in standard cotton blanks, making the 3001CV a useful option for brands that need color palette flexibility beyond primary and secondary colors.
Compatible Printing and Decoration Methods
The Bella Canvas 3001CV accepts the following decoration methods:
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DTF transfers
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Screen printing
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Heat transfer vinyl
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DTG printing
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Embroidery
Order Bella Canvas 3001CV Blank T-Shirts at DTF Jersey
DTF Jersey carries the Bella Canvas 3001CV across 10 colorways and sizes S through 5XL. Order blanks for your retail brand or premium custom apparel program. Shipping throughout New Jersey, New York, and the Northeast.
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Warm your heat press to 280-300 F / 155-160 C
Medium pressure for 9-13 seconds.
Pressure 6 KG
Allow 10 seconds to cool before peeling
Cold Peel / Hot Peel
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A soft retail blank built for sharp, clean prints.
The 3001CV is the modern retail standard for soft tees. 4.2 oz 100% Airlume combed ring-spun cotton, side-seamed with a retail fit and an extra-smooth surface that reads as premium retail, not a basic promo tee.
What colors does the 3001CV come in?
DTF Jersey stocks the Bella Canvas 3001CV in ten clean retail colors, from Black and White to True Royal, Red, and Military Green. Solid, consistent shades that give DTF and DTG prints a crisp, true-color base.
Fabric note: Solid Bella Canvas 3001CV colors are 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton. Ash is a 99/1 cotton and polyester blend, so test press settings on Ash before a full run. Many more Bella Canvas colors are available by special order.
Special order: Beyond the stocked colors above, the Bella Canvas 3001CV is offered in dozens of additional solid colors, all 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton. These colors are not held in regular stock at DTF Jersey. Contact us to confirm current availability and lead time before ordering.
It turns a print into a product people pay for.
When someone wears a 3001CV it does not read as a cheap promo shirt. The soft Airlume cotton, the modern retail fit, and the smooth print surface put your custom work in the same conversation as retail fashion tees. For Northeast brands, that is a higher price point and a customer buying a garment, not just a graphic.
Lightweight, ultra-soft, and print-ready.
At 4.2 oz the 3001CV is a light, breathable tee, and the Airlume combed cotton is spun to 32 singles for an extra-fine, smooth face. That refined surface is why DTF and DTG prints land sharper on the 3001CV than on almost any other blank, with fine lines and detail holding clean.
The cut is a modern retail fit with side seams and shoulder-to-shoulder taping that holds its shape, plus a coverstitched collar and sleeves and a tear-away label for easy rebranding.
How the 3001CV takes ink, transfers, and heat.
Solid colors press the same, but test settings on Ash (the 99/1 blend) before a full run, and always confirm settings for your specific transfer. More help in the DTF Jersey FAQs.
DTF printing and care for the 3001CV.
The Airlume combed cotton face of the Bella Canvas 3001CV is well suited to DTF (direct-to-film) transfers. A finished DTF transfer is applied with a heat press, and the extra-smooth cotton surface gives the ink an even base to bond to for sharp, clean detail.
Applying DTF transfers to the 3001CV
General pressing guidance for a clean, durable bond on Airlume cotton:
- 1Use a flat heat press for even, consistent pressure across the whole design.
- 2Follow the temperature, time, and pressure recommended by your transfer supplier, since settings vary by film and adhesive.
- 3Pre-press the shirt briefly to remove moisture and flatten wrinkles before applying the transfer.
- 4Peel the carrier film as directed for your specific transfer, hot or cold peel.
- 5Solid colors press the same, but test on Ash (the 99/1 blend) first, since blends can behave a little differently.
Handheld presses can work for small one-off designs, but a dedicated flat heat press is recommended for bulk and full-size prints where even pressure matters. Always confirm exact settings with your DTF transfer supplier or the DTF Jersey FAQs.
Keeping a printed 3001CV looking right
To help a DTF-printed Bella Canvas 3001CV hold up over time, general care guidance is:
- ✓Wait at least 24 hours after pressing before the first wash.
- ✓Turn the shirt inside out before washing to protect the print surface.
- ✓Wash in cold water on a gentle cycle to protect both the print and the soft Airlume fabric.
- ✓Tumble dry low or hang to dry, and avoid high heat on the printed area.
- ✓Do not iron directly over a transfer.
Because the Bella Canvas 3001CV is pre-shrunk, it has minimal shrinkage at home, which keeps sizing consistent across reorders and uniform programs. Follow the care label and your transfer supplier guidance for best results.
Adult size chart
| Size | Chest Width | Body Length |
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| XS | 16.5" | 27" |
| S | 18" | 28" |
| M | 20" | 29" |
| L | 22" | 30" |
| XL | 24" | 31" |
| 2XL | 26" | 32" |
| 3XL | 28" | 33" |
| 4XL | 30" | 34" |
| 5XL | 32" | 35" |
Measuring: Approximate laid-flat dimensions (chest width is half the full chest). Length runs from the highest shoulder point to the hem; chest is measured seam to seam below the armhole. Fit: The Bella Canvas 3001CV runs as a modern retail fit and is pre-shrunk with minimal shrinkage at home. It is close to true to size; customers between sizes or wanting a looser fit may prefer to size up. Availability can vary by stock level.
Build the order around the same Bella Canvas family.
Round out a modern apparel program with long sleeves, tanks, hoodies, crewnecks, youth, and women cuts from the broader Bella Canvas range, all with the same soft retail feel. Availability varies; contact us to confirm a style before ordering.
3003Men's Curved Hem Tee
3021Men's Pocket Tee
3001UUnisex USA-Made Tee
3201Men's Heather CVC Raglan Tee
3001BInfant Jersey Tee
6482Women's Crop Tee
6004Women's Slim Fit Tee
100BInfant Jersey One Piece
3005Unisex V-Neck Tee
6405Women's Relaxed V-Neck Tee
3001TToddler Jersey Tee
6400Women's Relaxed Tee
3001YYouth Jersey Tee
Mixing styles in one order? Pair the 3001CV with long sleeves, tanks, hoodies, and youth cuts for a full Bella Canvas apparel run. Tell us the styles and quantities and we will confirm stock and pricing.
Shop Blank Apparel →A soft retail blank for print shops and brands alike.
Modern apparel brands
The soft Airlume cotton and modern retail fit turn a custom print into a finished garment customers buy as a product, opening a higher price point.
DTG & DTF print shops
The extra-smooth combed surface holds fine detail, making the 3001CV a confident upsell from basic blanks on full-color DTG, DTF, and repeat custom orders.
Print-on-demand & online sellers
Consistent sizing, a wide color range, and a soft hand make the 3001CV a go-to base for Etsy, Shopify, and POD stores where returns and reviews matter.
Creators & boutique drops
Lightweight and ultra-soft with a clean retail look that makes a limited creator drop feel worth a premium price rather than a giveaway tee.
Bella Canvas 3001CV vs Gildan 5000.
Two popular 100% cotton blanks, two different jobs. The Bella Canvas 3001CV is the soft, print-sharp retail pick; the Gildan 5000 is the heavier value blank for high-volume and everyday custom work.
When you want a soft, lightweight tee with a retail fit and the sharpest print surface. Airlume combed cotton, a favorite for DTG, DTF, and fashion-forward retail drops.
When volume and price matter most. Solid 100% cotton in a heavier, classic fit, a dependable, budget-friendly blank for events, teams, and high-volume DTF runs.
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Stocked in Elmwood Park for the Northeast.
Order Bella Canvas 3001CV blanks online for local pickup, NJ-area fulfillment, or fast shipping across the region. Pickup is available at 495 Mola Blvd, Unit #8, Elmwood Park, NJ 07407.
We print it too.
The 3001CV here is sold blank. For designed, printed, ready-to-wear shirts, head to our custom apparel collection.
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