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Embroidery vs. Printing
There’s a significant difference in both the look and feel of printing and embroidery.
Choose embroidery if you want:
✔ A premium, textured look
✔ Long-lasting decoration that won’t fade or crack
✔ Clean, professional branding (ideal for polos, hats, uniforms)
✔ Smaller placements like left chest logos
✔ A classic, high-end appearance
✔ Larger designs on heavier garments like jackets or sweatshirts
✔ Long-lasting decoration that won’t fade or crack
✔ Clean, professional branding (ideal for polos, hats, uniforms)
✔ Smaller placements like left chest logos
✔ A classic, high-end appearance
✔ Larger designs on heavier garments like jackets or sweatshirts
Choose printing if you want:
✔ Fine detail, small text, or intricate artwork
✔ Gradients, fades, or more realistic images
✔ Large designs that cover more area
✔ A lightweight feel on the garment
✔ Bold, vibrant prints with lots of colour
✔ Gradients, fades, or more realistic images
✔ Large designs that cover more area
✔ A lightweight feel on the garment
✔ Bold, vibrant prints with lots of colour
✔ Large graphics on a lightweight garments like t-shirts
Quick Rule of Thumb
- Embroidery = small, clean, premium logos
- Printing = large, detailed, graphic designs
What can be Embroidered
Embroidery can be applied to almost any garment, but there are a few recommendations to keep in mind for the best results.
Hats are one of the most popular choices and look great with embroidery. They also allow for some unique effects, like puff embroidery which raises parts of the design for added dimension, or applying a custom patch for a bold, detailed look.
Jackets are another excellent option. A clean left chest logo works well for a corporate look, while larger designs—like a full back crest on a varsity jacket—can create a strong visual impact.
T-shirts can be embroidered, but we recommend keeping the design small, such as a left chest logo. Because t-shirts tend to shrink over time and embroidery does not, larger designs can cause the fabric to pucker or wrinkle around the stitched area after repeated washing.
Sweatshirts are a classic choice for embroidery as well. Using thicker thread or even yarn can create a vintage-style look, adding texture and character. This approach can also help reduce stitch count, which keeps costs down while enhancing the overall aesthetic.
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