What is Embroidery?

A design stitched onto a material using a high-speed, computer-controlled sewing machine. Artwork must first be “digitised”, which is the specialised process of converting two-dimensional artwork into stitches or thread. The digitiser must re-create the artwork using stitches then it programs the sewing machine to sew a specific type of design, in a specific colour, with a specific type of stitch. This process is known as digitising. Embroidery is commonly used on logo patches, apparel, caps or hats.

ArtWork

Preparing the artwork in order for it to be used for embroidery:

  1. Any high-res image format
  2. Digitised using Wilcom software package

Alternative options

  • Screen printing
  • The badge that will be heat sealed to the bag but not permanent
Personalised Naming
  • Individual names per item will lead to longer turn-around times

Supported Formats

  • PDF
  • JPG (hi-res)
  • AI
  • CDR
  • DST
  • All to be for PC and NOT MAC

Advantages

  1. Adds a more prestigious look to the garment
  2. Small quantities are often more cost-effective than Screen Printing
  3. The embroidery will not fade or wash away
  4. Certain items must be embroidered – some items cannot be screen printed (E.g. fleece, certain moisture management garments and synthetic garments)

Limitations

  1. Biggest embroidery 350 x 350 mm
  2. Size of the main embroidery
  3. Minimum height for text is 5mm
  4. Framing the embroidery (pockets on shirts)
  5. Embroidered above pocket (approx. 20/30mm from the pocket depending on the product)
  6. (Remove pocket, embroider pocket, then resew pocket)
  7. Long turn-around time for large orders
  8. Fine detail will not brand correctly
  9. Limited Thread colours
  10. Quality of embroidery will vary based on material of the product
  11. Drimac / 600D / Poly Cotton smallest – 4 mm
  12. Any stretch material no smaller than 7 / 8 mm
  13. Have a lookout for logos that are the same colour as the garment (it will not be visible unless requested)
  14. No embroidery with padding or insulation
  15. No embroidery over zips (inside / outside) or framing