First time designing custom silk scarves for your fashion brand?
You’re not alone. Many of our clients—from boutique labels to sourcing agents—come to us with beautiful ideas but no idea where to begin. It’s frustrating when you don’t understand the steps, the technical terms, or the production process.
Good news: it’s easier than you think.
Here’s our professional step-by-step guide that shows you exactly how to make silk scarves, from design all the way to delivery. Whether you’re a retailer, wholesaler, or sourcing agency, this is the roadmap you need to turn ideas into sellable fashion.
We’ve worked with hundreds of clients globally, and the questions we get are often the same. In this post, I’ll walk you through every stage.
What’s the first step to make custom silk scarves?
Before anything else, we begin with your design. You can either send us your own artwork or work with our in-house designers to build something new. We recommend vector or high-resolution files (300 DPI). Formats like AI, PSD, or PDF work best.
If you’re not sure about sizes or composition, don’t worry. We’ll send you a CAD mockup for approval. This shows how your artwork fits the scarf size, layout, and colors.
What Silk Fabrics Work Best for Scarves?
The fabric type and thickness (measured in mommes) determine how your silk scarf will look, feel, and drape. At Evelyn, we help you choose the ideal silk based on your design, brand style, and target customer.
Here are our most recommended silk options:
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Silk Twill (12mm / 14mm) – A classic scarf fabric. Slightly textured with a matte finish and excellent structure. Great for bold prints and luxury fashion brands.
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Silk Satin (12mm / 16mm) – Smooth, glossy, and ultra-soft. Perfect for upscale, elegant scarves that shine.
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Silk Chiffon (6mm / 8mm) – Lightweight and sheer. Ideal for delicate, flowy, or romantic designs.
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Silk Georgette (8mm / 10mm) – Lightly textured with excellent drape. A great choice for feminine, high-fashion styles.
🌟 Tip: “mm” refers to mommes, the traditional unit for silk weight. Higher momme = thicker, more opaque, and longer-lasting.
Still unsure? We offer free fabric swatches so you can touch and feel the difference before making your final decision.
How do we print your design onto silk?
We use two professional printing techniques based on your design type:
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Digital printing – Best for small orders and detailed or gradient-heavy designs. And no MOQ, 1 pcs is workable.
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Screen printing – Ideal for solid-color designs. More cost-effective for larger orders.
All prints go through color calibration, and we match your Pantone references when needed.
Curious about print quality across different silk types? Check out this scarf printing comparison chart.
What’s the Best Size for a Silk Scarf?
Before deciding on a scarf size, it’s important to understand the standard silk fabric widths. Most silk rolls come in one of three widths: 94 cm, 114 cm, or 140 cm. To minimize waste and keep production efficient, we typically recommend scarf sizes that fit neatly within those widths.
Here are the most common and practical sizes we offer:
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50×50 cm – Perfect for headscarves and accessories. Fits well with 94 cm or 114 cm fabric rolls.
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65×65 cm – A versatile square size that works with most standard silk widths.
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88×88 cm – Elegant and large enough for neck styling or hair wraps.
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90×90 cm – A classic silk scarf size used by luxury brands.
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65×180 cm – Long rectangular shape ideal for draping or styling as a shawl.
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Custom Sizes – We can tailor the size exactly to your needs while optimizing the fabric yield.
Each scarf is cut with precision after printing to ensure your artwork is centered and the dimensions are accurate.
How are the edges finished?
Scarf edges are like the frame to a painting—they add polish. Choose from:
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Hand rolled – A luxurious finish. Stitched by hand.
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Machine hemming – Neat, consistent, and faster.
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Fringes, tassels, lace – For brands that want something bold.
Need ideas? Browse our scarf edge style gallery for inspiration.
Can I add my brand logo?
Yes—branding is one of our specialties.
We can add:
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Woven labels
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Printed logo on scarf corner
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Care and content tags
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Custom packaging
Your scarf should tell your brand story. Whether it’s subtle or bold, we’ll help you design it right.
How long does production take?
Once you confirm the sample and place your bulk order, our typical timelines are:
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Sample: 5–10 days
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Bulk production: 15–25 days
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Shipping: 3–7 days via express courier
Everything is managed by our in-house team and long-term partner factories. For more info, check out our lead time breakdown.
Do you offer quality inspection?
Absolutely. We inspect each order at three stages:
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After printing
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After hemming
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Before packaging
We check for color accuracy, thread cleanliness, edge finishing, and logo placement. That’s part of our promise to deliver high-quality products every time.
What packaging options are available?
You can choose basic or premium packaging:
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Basic: Transparent polybags with safety warnings (required for export)
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Custom: Gift boxes, tissue paper, ribbons, hang tags
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Eco-friendly: Recyclable or compostable materials
You can even co-brand the packaging with your client’s logo. See examples on our custom packaging options page.
FAQs on How to Make Silk Scarves
What’s your minimum order quantity?
Our MOQ is just 10 pcs per color—great for small collections or testing markets.
Can I print my own pattern?
Yes! We support full custom printing and design files.
Can I order just a sample first?
Definitely. Many of our clients start with a sample to test quality and colors.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes, we ship to over 60 countries via DHL, FedEx, and more.
What file format do I need to submit for my design?
We prefer AI, PSD, or PDF files with 300 DPI resolution.
Conclusion-How to Make Silk Scarves
So now you know how to make silk scarves, step by step—from concept to your customer’s hands. We’ve made the process easy, fast, and fully customizable for fashion professionals like you.
