Embroidery Guidelines
Everything you need to know for professional, high-quality embroidery results on your custom apparel
What You Need to Know
Max 5" Width
Maximum design width of 5 inches for optimal results
Vector Files
AI, EPS, SVG or high-resolution PNG/JPEG required
Ideal for Embroidery
These products work best with embroidered designs
Hats & Caps
Baseball caps, snapbacks, and structured hats are ideal for embroidery
Toques & Beanies
Winter hats and knit beanies work excellently with embroidered logos
Polo Shirts
Classic choice for professional corporate branding and uniforms
Corporate Wear
Jackets, bags, and professional apparel benefit from premium embroidery
What Works & What Doesn't
Embroidery Works Best With
- Simple, bold designs with clean lines
- Solid colors (limited color palette)
- Thick text and block fonts
- Logos without intricate details
- Designs under 5 inches wide
- High contrast color combinations
Avoid These in Embroidery
- Fine details and thin lines
- Gradients and color fades
- Full-color photographs
- Very small text (under 6pt)
- Intricate patterns or shading
- Designs larger than 5 inches
Production Time
Please allow additional production time for embroidery orders. The process requires precision and attention to detail to ensure quality results. Each item undergoes quality inspection before packaging and shipping.
Accepted File Formats
Vector files are preferred for clean digitization
Pro Tip: Vector files provide the cleanest outlines for digitization. If submitting raster files (PNG/JPEG), ensure they are at least 300 DPI for best results.
The Premium Choice
Durability
Lasts the life of the garment
Professional
Premium, upscale appearance
Textured
3D tactile quality
Washable
Won't fade or peel
Have Questions About Embroidery?
Contact our team for special placement requests, sizing questions, or product compatibility
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