Standard vs. unlimited color embroidery
Standard color embroidery:
you can choose from 15 thread colors and combine up
to 6 within a single design.
Unlimited embroidery:
the thread can transform into nearly any color except
metallic and neon. You can create multi-color, gradient, or
solid-color designs with no color limitations. We use a white,
recycled polyester thread that’s dyed during the embroidery
process.
Embroidery types
We offer two types of embroidery: flat and 3D
puff.
Flat embroidery is a technique where stitches are
embroidered flat on the surface. 3D puff embroidery is a technique
where the embroidery is raised with a foam insert under the
stitching, making it look 3D. Download the embroidery file template
in the File guidelines tab to learn more about the design
specifics.
If your embroidery design file isn’t up to the needed
quality standards, we’ll adjust it and send you an updated version that
you can approve with one click.
Apparel is available with flat embroidery only.
Must-follow guidelines
Design true-to-size
graphics
Use solid
shapes and colors
only
Use transparent
backgrounds for your graphics
Submit vector files in PDF format, or
PNG files with at least 150
DPI
Stay within the maximum stitch count—
15K stitches for regular
designs
Stay within the maximum stitch count—
25K stitches for large
embroidery text and clipart designs
If you use our downloadable templates,
delete the guide layers
before saving your files
Standard vs. unlimited color embroidery
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Digitization is a process that converts your design file to a format
that our embroidery machines can read. Each embroidery type and new
design requires a separate digitized file, and the standard
digitization fee is $6.50 (€5.75). You can reuse your digitized
files for future orders of the same embroidery design on the same
product group and embroidery type without additional digitization fees.
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We use a run stitch (a single-line stitch) for fine details in flat
embroidery.
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Connecting threads between embroidery elements can be 1.3–3 mm long
(most noticeable in text).
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The flatness and quality of the stitch depends on the material on
which it’s stitched; for example, the satin stitch on beanies will
have more gaps than on a hoodie.
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The generated preview on the mockup is for visual reference only and
might not match the final result.
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Due to the limitations of the embroidery process, text with very
small letters may be unreadable. Read more about how to create the
perfect embroidery file here.
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Due to the nature of 3D puff embroidery and the use of foam inserts,
perfectly sharp shapes and angles may not be achievable.
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Human involvement in the embroidery process can lead to minor
variations in the exact embroidery placement on garments and
products.
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Placement tolerance: Please note that a placement deviation of up to
0.118 inches (3 mm) may occur on hats, 0.197 inches (5 mm) on
accessories and beanies, and 0.394 inches (10 mm) on apparel.
