The Bella+Canvas 3001 color chart is really two lists. The 3001 has about 96 solid colors, and the 3001CVC covers about 84 heathers, Solid Blends, and neons, all on the same tee cut. Together that's one of the biggest color ranges you can get on a blank tee. Both charts are below, plus what the fabric differences mean for your prints.
- Styles
- 3001 (solids) and 3001CVC (heathers)
- Solids
- 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton
- Heathers
- 52% cotton, 48% polyester (exceptions below)
- Fit
- Unisex retail fit, side seams
- CVC weight
- 4.2 oz/yd², 32 singles
Bella Canvas 3001 color chart: solid colors
These are the 3001 solid colors from the current distributor catalog, grouped by family. Bella+Canvas updates its lineup regularly, so double check stock before you plan a large order.
| Color family | Colors |
|---|---|
| Whites and creams | White, Vintage White, Soft Cream, Natural |
| Neutrals and tans | Sand Dune, Tan, Dust, Pebble Brown, Toast, Clay |
| Grays and black | Ash, Silver, Solid Athletic Grey, Storm, Slate, Dark Grey, Asphalt, Black, Vintage Black, Oxblood Black |
| Browns | Brown, Chestnut, Cocoa, Vintage Brown |
| Reds and rusts | Red, Canvas Red, Poppy, Vintage Red, Cardinal, Maroon, Rust, Terracotta, Autumn |
| Pinks and corals | Soft Pink, Pink, Pink Gravel, Peach, Coral, Charity Pink, Fuchsia, Berry, Mauve |
| Oranges and yellows | Orange, Burnt Orange, Sunset, Yellow, Maize Yellow, Citron, Gold, Mustard |
| Greens | Mint, Sage, Thyme, Spring Green, Synthetic Green, Leaf, Kelly, Olive, Dark Olive, Military Green, Army, Pine, Evergreen, Forest, Hunter Green |
| Blues and teals | Baby Blue, Light Blue, Columbia Blue, Carolina Blue, Dusty Blue, Cool Blue, Lavender Blue, Blue Storm, Steel Blue, Vintage Denim, Ocean Blue, Electric Blue, Aqua, Turquoise, Teal, Deep Teal, Atlantic, True Royal, Marine, Navy, Team Navy, Vintage Navy, Strobe |
| Purples | Lilac, Light Violet, Lavender Dust, Dark Lavender, Orchid, Purple Storm, Royal Purple, Team Purple |
A few names to know. The "Vintage" colors (Vintage Black, Vintage Navy, Vintage Denim, and others) are softer, slightly faded versions of the classics. Team Navy and Team Purple are meant to match common school colors. Ash is a very light gray, and Silver sits a step darker.
Bella Canvas 3001CVC color chart: heathers and blends
Bella+Canvas sells its heather colors under the 3001CVC style number. CVC stands for chief value cotton, which just means the fabric is mostly cotton with polyester mixed in. Many solid colors have a heather twin here, like Navy and Heather Navy or Mauve and Heather Mauve.
| Color family | Colors |
|---|---|
| Solid Blends (52/48) | Solid White Blend, Solid Black Blend, Solid Asphalt Blend, Solid Navy Blend, Solid Red Blend, Solid True Royal Blend |
| Gray heathers | Athletic Heather, Heather Silver, Heather Cool Grey, Heather Cement, Heather Stone, Heather Storm, Heather Slate, Deep Heather, Dark Grey Heather, Black Heather |
| Cream and tan heathers | Heather Natural, Heather Soft Cream, Heather French Vanilla, Heather Oatmeal, Heather Sand Dune, Heather Dust, Heather Tan, Heather Clay, Heather Brown |
| Red, pink, orange heathers | Heather Red, Heather Canvas Red, Heather Cardinal, Heather Maroon, Heather Raspberry, Heather Magenta, Heather Charity Pink, Heather Pink, Heather Bubble Gum, Heather Pink Gravel, Heather Mauve, Heather Peach, Heather Sunset, Heather Orange, Heather Marmalade, Heather Autumn |
| Yellow heathers | Heather Yellow, Heather Yellow Gold, Heather Mustard |
| Green heathers | Heather Mint, Heather Sage, Heather Sea Green, Heather Green, Heather Grass Green, Heather Kelly, Heather Emerald, Heather Olive, Heather Military Green, Heather Forest |
| Blue heathers | Heather Ice Blue, Heather Baby Blue, Heather Columbia Blue, Heather Carolina Blue, Heather Dusty Blue, Heather Blue Storm, Heather Blue, Heather Blue Lagoon, Heather Aqua, Heather Deep Teal, Heather Lapis, Heather True Royal, Heather Navy, Heather Midnight Navy |
| Purple heathers | Heather Orchid, Heather Dark Lavender, Heather Purple, Heather Team Purple |
| Heather Prism (99/1) | Heather Prism Natural, Heather Prism Peach, Heather Prism Sunset, Heather Prism Lilac, Heather Prism Mint, Heather Prism Ice Blue, Heather Prism Dusty Blue, Heather Prism Blue |
| Neons | Neon Yellow, Neon Orange, Neon Pink, Neon Blue |
Bella Canvas shirt colors and fabric content
The fabric depends on the color, and that matters for feel, shrink, and how a print looks.
- 100% cotton. All 3001 solid colors except Ash. This is Airlume cotton, which is combed and ring-spun for a smooth, soft surface.
- 99% cotton, 1% polyester. Ash on the 3001, and the Heather Prism colors on the 3001CVC.
- 90% cotton, 10% polyester. Athletic Heather and Black Heather.
- 52% cotton, 48% polyester. All other heathers and the Solid Blend colors.
The Solid Blend colors are worth pointing out. They look like solids but use the 52/48 CVC fabric, so they feel softer and drapier than the 100% cotton version of the same color. If you mix Black and Solid Black Blend in one order, people will notice the difference in hand.
The Heather Prism colors are a different look again. They're mostly cotton with gray heather flecks pulled through a pastel base. That gives a soft, dusty color that's popular for lifestyle brands.
Printing DTF on Bella+Canvas
The 3001 is one of the most printed tees around for a reason. The fabric is smooth, the fit looks retail, and it takes DTF cleanly. Here's how to get the best result across the color range.
Heathers and CVC blends
DTF prints a white ink layer behind your colors, so a heather won't show through solid areas of the design. Where you'll see the heather is around the edges and in any open space. That's a good thing for vintage and distressed art. For fine detail, pick a solid or a low-contrast heather like Athletic Heather.
Polyester blends can be sensitive to too much heat, but our transfers use the same settings on cotton, poly, and blends, so you don't need a separate recipe for the CVC colors.
Design tips
- Check contrast on the pastels. Colors like Soft Cream, Heather Prism Natural, and Baby Blue are pale. Light art can disappear. Go darker or add an outline.
- Use the shirt as a color. On mid tones like Heather Mauve or Dusty Blue, let the shirt fill part of the design and print less ink. The print feels lighter.
- Keep the retail fit in mind. The 3001 is cut slimmer than a classic tee. A print that looks right on a Gildan 5000 can look oversized here. Our DTF transfer size chart lists standard widths.
- Send good art. A transparent PNG at 300 DPI at print size. Not sure about yours? Run it through our DPI checker.
Press settings
- Confirm your temperature. Plenty of presses read hotter or cooler than the dial. Check the platen with a probe or temp strips and get it to 300°F.
- Pre-press for 5 seconds. This pulls moisture out of the cotton and flattens wrinkles.
- Press at 300°F for 10 seconds with high pressure.
- Peel hot. Open the press and peel the film right away in one smooth, low motion.
- Post-press for 5 seconds. Cover the print with parchment or a Teflon sheet.
Popular Bella Canvas colors
- Black, White, Navy. The core basics.
- Athletic Heather. The classic gray tee look.
- Dark Grey Heather and Asphalt. Softer alternatives to black.
- Heather Dust, Soft Cream, and Natural. Warm neutrals for earthy brands.
- Heather Mauve, Heather Dusty Blue, Sage. Muted tones that look great with minimal art.
Deciding between brands? We compare feel, fit, and color in Comfort Colors vs Bella Canvas.
FAQ
What's the difference between the 3001 and 3001CVC?
Same cut and fit. The 3001 covers solid colors in 100% cotton. The 3001CVC covers heathers, Solid Blends, and neons, mostly in a 52% cotton, 48% polyester blend.
Is Athletic Heather 100% cotton?
No. Athletic Heather and Black Heather are 90% cotton and 10% polyester.
Are Bella Canvas Solid Blend colors the same as the solids?
They look similar but use the 52/48 CVC fabric, so they feel softer and drape differently than the 100% cotton solids.
Does DTF work on Bella Canvas heathers?
Yes. The white underbase keeps your colors solid, and you press at the same settings: 300°F for 10 seconds, high pressure, peel hot.
Print on Bella+Canvas
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