Ankara wax print fabric

Color your next creation.

Bold Ankara wax prints, sold by the 6-yard piece, for sewing, styling and making something your own.

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Magenta Fan Ankara Flash Gold Wax Print Fabric – Pink Peacock Fans with Lime Accents, 6 YardsRoyal Blue Geometric Ankara Wax Print Fabric – Electric Blue Diamond Frames, 6 YardsAutumn Leaf Ankara Wax Print Fabric – Gold, Brown and Cream Botanical Border, 6 YardsEmerald Fan Ankara Flash Gold Wax Print Fabric – Green Leaf Fans on Turquoise, 6 Yards

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Kente wax print fabric

Bold geometric Kente, printed and metallic brocade-style, sold by the 6-yard piece.

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Burgundy, Mustard and Grey Kente Gold Wax Print Fabric – Block Chevron, 6 YardsOrange and Purple Kente Gold Wax Print Fabric – Diamond Lightning, 6 YardsRoyal Blue and Light Blue Kente Gold Wax Print Fabric – Ikat Diamond Scale, 6 Yards

  • Ankara wax prints

    About 47 in (120 cm) wide

  • 6 yards per piece

    One continuous length

  • Tracked shipping

    Free in the U.S. over $75

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New Arrivals

A small selection of colorful Ankara prints for your next sewing project. Check each fabric for its material, length and delivery details.

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Project inspiration

What will you make?

A dress, a wrap, a bag, a cushion. Start with a shape you love. These finished pieces are inspiration; fabric matches are not guaranteed.

Sold by the 6-yard piece

Enough fabric to make it yours

Each print comes as one continuous 6-yard piece. Check its listing for material and care details, then make something your own.

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Swallow Bird Ankara Wax Print Fabric – Orange Circles on Lilac Stripes, 6 YardsRust Star and Kite Ankara Wax Print Fabric – Orange, Olive and Navy Geometric, 6 YardsYellow Medallion Ankara Wax Print Fabric – Golden Discs on Charcoal Grey, 6 Yards
Teal Garden Ankara Flash Gold Wax Print Fabric with big blooms on deep teal, 6 yards

About the fabric

What is Ankara fabric?

Ankara is one of the most iconic African textiles, known for its bold colors, symbolic patterns and cultural depth. It is also called Dutch wax, African print or Kitenge.

Ankara is most often printed on 100% cotton and used for clothing, accessories and home décor.

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About the fabric

What is Kente fabric?

Kente is a bold, symbolic Ghanaian textile, traditionally handwoven in vivid geometric patterns and historically reserved for royalty and special occasions.

Chinwe's Patterns carries printed and metallic brocade-style Kente, sold by the 6-yard piece, for garments, headwraps, accessories and home decor.

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The inspiration file

Color, shape, possibility

A few ideas for wearing, styling and making. Photography for inspiration, not customer work or exact fabric matches.

How it works

  1. 1

    Pick your print

    Browse by color or by project and choose the one that feels like you.

  2. 2

    We ship it to you

    Processing takes 1–3 business days. Delivery is usually 5–10 business days after that, with tracking.

  3. 3

    Make it yours

    Your fabric arrives as one continuous 6-yard piece, ready for your next project.

Vibrant Floral Orange and Yellow African Wax Print Fabric, 6-yard piece

A little creative possibility

Start with a print you love

A dress, a head wrap, a cushion, or something you have not imagined yet. Let the color be your starting point.

Browse the prints, gather your ideas, and make something that feels like you.

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Questions, answered

How much fabric is in one piece?

Each piece is one continuous 6-yard length, about 47 in (120 cm) wide.

How long does delivery take?

Processing takes 1–3 business days. Delivery usually takes 5–10 business days after processing and can take longer depending on the destination. Tracking is provided, and U.S. shipping is free on orders over $75.

Should I wash it before sewing?

Yes. Wax prints can bleed on the first wash, so wash cold with like colors and dry in the shade or on low heat before you sew.

Can I return it?

Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery for unused items in original condition. Cut fabric is final sale.

Will the color match my screen?

Color can look slightly different on each screen.