Embroidery with a premium finish

Why Choose Embroidery?

Embroidery is a wonderfully versatile way to customise clothing, and one of the longest lasting. A stitched logo gives a sleek, high quality finish that stands the test of time, which is why it is the first choice for so many uniforms, staff clothing and corporate wear.

Embroidered workwear is especially popular with our clients, and embroidered polo shirts, sweatshirts and hoodies are always big sellers. These heavier garments handle the pressure of the embroidery machine well and keep their shape wash after wash.

Our team has over 25 years of experience branding clothing, and with print houses around the UK, including London, we handle custom embroidery for everything from 8 staff polos to large uniform rollouts across several sites.

How Embroidery Works

Your logo is first digitised, which means converting it into a stitch file that tells the machine where each stitch goes, which colour thread to use and in what order. Digitising is included in the price, so there is nothing extra to pay to get your logo set up. The garment is then hooped and stitched, and every piece is checked before it is packed.

We use Madeira threads, one of the most respected names in embroidery, so your logo is stitched with top of the range thread that keeps its colour and sheen.

From Artwork to Delivery

Recent Embroidery Jobs

A few of the embroidered caps, hats, polos and workwear we have produced for brands.

3D Embroidery

3D embroidery builds layers of thread to create a raised finish that stands out from the garment and can be felt. Because of the stitch density involved, it is best suited to sturdy items and is particularly popular on caps. See our guide to custom embroidered caps or explore the types of caps and hats to personalise.

Best Garments for Embroidery

Embroidery works best on thick, hard-wearing fabrics. Polo shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, jackets, fleeces, beanies and caps all give excellent results, and our branded outerwear and hospitality workwear ranges are full of styles made for a stitched logo. For ideas, take a look at the best workwear to customise, our pick of work hoodies for teams and the best hoodies for embroidery and printing, or browse the full clothing catalogue.

Logo Positions

The left chest is the classic spot for an embroidered logo, and it is where most uniforms start. A right chest name or job title, a logo on the sleeve or a small mark at the back of the neck all add extra branding without overpowering the garment. Larger back embroidery suits jackets and hoodies, while caps can be stitched on the front, side or back, and beanies on the turn up. Tell us where you would like your logo and your proof will show it at the exact size and position.

Embroidery Prices, Minimum Order and Turnaround

Pricing depends on the number of stitches in your artwork, so the bigger and more detailed the design, the more it will cost. A left chest logo is the most popular and cost effective position, and adding a second position, such as a sleeve or the back, is a great way to build your branding. Embroidery starts from just 8 pieces per design, and digitising your logo is included in the price.

Standard embroidery orders are ready six to seven business days after you approve your proof. If your date is tight, our express printing service can turn embroidered garments around in 48 hours, with next day available on request.

Artwork Tips for Embroidery

Bold shapes and solid colours stitch best. We recommend avoiding shadows and gradients, as these are very hard to reproduce in thread, and very small text may need to be enlarged to stay legible. Send your logo as a vector file (AI, EPS or PDF) or a high resolution PNG or JPG, and our team will look at it and advise on the best way to get a clean result.

Who We Embroider For

We embroider uniforms and branded clothing for businesses of every size, from hospitality teams to schools and universities and charities. If your design suits print better, such as a large graphic or a full colour image, see our screen printing, Direct to Garment and Direct to Film options or compare every method on our printing techniques page.

Embroidery: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum order for embroidery?

Embroidery starts from 8 pieces per design. Mixed sizes cost no extra, so a small team can order exactly what they need.

How long does embroidery take?

Standard embroidery takes six to seven business days from proof approval. When the date is tight, express printing can have embroidered garments with you in 48 hours, with next day on request.

Do you charge for digitising my logo?

No. Digitising, which turns your logo into a stitch file for the embroidery machine, is included in the price.

How much does embroidery cost?

Embroidery is priced on the number of stitches in your logo. Larger and more detailed designs need more stitches, so they cost more, while a simple left chest logo is the most cost effective option.

Can you embroider caps?

Yes. Caps are one of our most popular embroidered items, and they are ideal for raised 3D embroidery.

Can you embroider a logo with gradients?

Gradients and shadows are very hard to reproduce with thread, so we recommend a simplified, solid colour version of your logo. Our team can advise on the best approach.

What threads do you use?

We use Madeira threads, which are among the highest quality embroidery threads available, for a strong, vibrant finish.

Is embroidery better than printing for workwear?

Embroidery is more hard-wearing and gives a premium look, making it ideal for workwear, polo shirts and uniforms. Printing is better for large designs, fine detail or full colour artwork.