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Yellow folding fan with a sunflower print.

Custom Folding
Fans

Choose paper or fabric, a bamboo or wood frame, and your own artwork and packaging.

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White folding fan with black ribs and a black pivot.

Customization Options

  • Fan surface (leaf): paper or fabric.
  • Frame: bamboo or wood, with the required color and finish.
  • Artwork: names, logos, illustrations or patterns, on one or both sides.
  • Dimensions: closed length and open span.
  • Packaging: sleeve, pouch or gift box.

Choosing Your Fan

Consider where the fan will be used, how it feels and how it will be packed.

Intended Use

Start with the occasion: a ceremony, outdoor event or gift collection.

Material Feel

Paper and fabric feel different. A reference fan can help show the texture and finish you want.

Size & Fit

Check the open and closed size, especially if the fan must fit existing packaging.

Artwork Layout

Keep fine lines, small text and important details clear of folds.

Opening & Closing

Check the rib finish, pivot and movement on a physical sample before approving it for production.

Packing & Distribution

Decide how the fans will be handed out or sold, including quantities per pack and carton labels.

Design Examples

Choose a style as a starting point for your own colors, artwork and message.

White folding fan with black Just Married lettering and red hearts.

Minimal Wedding Fan

Black folding fan with white sample lettering and black ribs.

Bold Logo Fan

Folding fan with a colorful floral print and black ribs.

Floral Print Fan

Folding fan printed with colorful travel photographs and illustrations.

Travel Illustration Fan

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Tan folding fan with black ribs and a decorative cutout pattern.

Leaf & Frame Materials

The leaf and frame together affect how the fan looks and feels.

  • Paper leafPaper has a stationery-like surface. Thickness, coating and folds affect how it handles.
  • Fabric leafFabric gives the fan a textile feel. Specify the fiber composition, weave and edge finish.
  • Bamboo frameBamboo has visible grain. Rib thickness, finish and pivot affect how the fan feels.
  • Wood frameSpecify the wood species and finish; the word “wood” does not define either.
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Fan Dimensions

State dimensions in clear units. If you have existing packaging, include its usable internal size.

  • Closed lengthMeasure between the endpoints shown on the drawing. State separately whether a tassel or other attachment is included.
  • Open spanMeasure the overall width at the specified open position, rather than relying on a size name.
  • Leaf profileThe leaf’s curve and depth, along with exposed ribs, define the shape and print area.
  • Packed sizeMeasure the fan with its sleeve, pouch or box when planning display, storage and transport.
Fan Size Guide
Folded black lace fans with lettering on their outer guards beside presentation boxes.
Folding fan with blue waves, white cranes and pink blossoms.

Artwork

Start with a sketch or reference photo. Final artwork must fit the curved leaf and keep key details clear of folds and edges.

  • LogosLeave space around logos so they stay readable when the fan is partly open.
  • Names and datesCheck lettering at actual print size to keep names, dates and short messages legible.
  • All-over patternsPatterns can cover the leaf. Keep important details inside the template’s safe area.
  • Front and reverseIdentify each side clearly if the front and reverse use different designs.
Artwork Preparation Guide
Open folding fan with multicolored stripes.

Printing & Color

The print method depends on the artwork and leaf material. Check color and detail on a physical sample.

  • Spot-color designsSolid designs may suit screen printing on a compatible surface. Setup and fine detail affect the choice.
  • Detailed illustrationsDigital printing may suit gradients or multicolor images if the surface is compatible. Results depend on the material and process.
  • Color referencesProvide a physical color sample or a clearly named color reference. Colors on an uncalibrated screen may not match the print.
  • Finished fanCheck the folds, reverse-side visibility and artwork near the ribs on the finished sample.
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White folding fans beside patterned gift boxes with ribbons and tags.

Packaging Options

Choose packaging that fits the closed fan and suits how it will be displayed or handed out.

  • Paper sleeveSlim packaging for a name, logo or note. It should hold the fan without catching its edges.
  • Fabric pouchSoft storage for reuse. Specify the fabric, closure and size.
  • Gift boxA gift box can hold an insert or message. Its outer dimensions affect storage and shipping volume.
  • Event packingBundles with clear counts and carton labels help venue teams hand out the fans. Include protection for transport.
Fan Packaging Ideas

Material & Finish Details

Confirm the material, finish and any required documents before ordering.

A hand holding a natural-colored fan guard above a workbench.

Material Composition

Specify the fabric composition and actual frame material. “Silk-style” describes an appearance, not a fiber.

Material Options
Close-up of the surfaces and edges of stacked natural-colored fan ribs.

Surface Finish

Specify the finish as well as the base material. Check coating, printing and feel on the sample.

Sample Options
An open natural-colored fan frame showing the ribs, outer guard and pivot.

Documents & Testing

Tell us about certification or testing requirements before ordering. Documents must cover the actual material or product; a broad material name is not evidence.

Material Claims Explained
Blue folding fan with a matching drawstring pouch on a wooden surface.

Sample & Production Times

Samples typically take 3–7 days; bulk production typically takes 7–15 days. The final schedule depends on the design, materials and quantity. Shipping time is separate.

Request a Quote

Send your design choices, quantity and delivery details. Include packaging requirements so the quote covers the complete order.

Request a Quote
Artwork
Your design or reference photo
Quantity
How many fans you need
Delivery
Destination and required date

Ordering Questions

Samples, artwork, quantities and delivery.

Yes. Specify the front and reverse artwork separately for the chosen folding fan construction. The leaf material can allow the reverse design to show through, so review printing and visibility on both sides of a physical sample.
The minimum is confirmed for the specific fan design, rather than as one fixed quantity for every order. Materials, printing setup, packaging and the number of artwork versions affect the assessment. Send the quantity per design and specification so FoldCool can confirm the applicable minimum and price.
Yes. A custom sample lets you review the fan's artwork, materials, print placement and opening movement. Sample making typically takes 3–7 days, depending on the design and materials; shipping is additional. The sample specification and price are confirmed in the quote.
Provide the fan's closed length and open span, with units and clearly marked measurement points. A drawing or reference fan helps define the shape. If the fan must fit existing packaging, include that packaging's usable internal dimensions.
Send a logo, illustration, sketch or reference photo, together with required wording and color references. Identify each printed side and design version. Final production artwork must fit the actual fan leaf template, including trim, bleed and safe areas.
Bulk fan production typically takes 7–15 days. FoldCool confirms the schedule for the specific design, materials, quantity and any sample changes. This production period excludes shipping; provide the destination and required arrival date when requesting a quote.