Custom Name Embroidery
Digitizing, Legible at Any Size.
Names and monograms are all about legibility. We digitize script, block and custom lettering so every letter stays clear in thread, from a small name on a uniform to a bold monogram on a jacket.
Name digitizing
Lettering we digitize
Lettering details
Small letters need careful setup.
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Letter shapes for thread
Counters and joins are opened up so letters do not fill in.
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Spacing for readability
Letter spacing is set so names are readable at a glance.
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Right size for the style
Script letters need more height than bold block letters, and we advise accordingly.
Custom name embroidery digitizing
A name looks simple, but small lettering is the first thing that goes wrong in embroidery. Letters fill in, thin strokes disappear and script joins turn into blobs. Custom name digitizing rebuilds each letter so it holds up in thread.
What we set for lettering
- Stroke widths that are thick enough to stitch cleanly.
- Open counters in letters like a, e and g so they do not close up.
- Spacing that keeps names readable at normal viewing distance.
- Stitch direction that follows the shape of each letter.
Choosing a style and size
Bold block letters stay clear at smaller sizes. Script and serif styles need more height to keep thin strokes readable. Send the name, the font or style you want, the garment and the size, and we will tell you whether it works or needs adjusting.
Related services
Names often go on sleeves, left chest areas and towels. For raised lettering, see 3D puff digitizing.
Get a free quote and we will confirm the exact price before we start.
How it works
From your artwork to your machine.
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Send your artwork
Any format, even a photo. Tell us the garment, size and machine.
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Approve the quote
A clear price and timeline, with no surprises.
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We digitize
Stitch types, density and underlay set by hand, then proofed.
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Receive and refine
Your file in the right format, with revisions until it sews right.
Good to know
Questions we hear often.
How small can embroidered text be?
Lettering around 5 mm tall is a common minimum for readable thread. Script and thin serif styles usually need more height than bold block letters.
Can you match a specific font?
Send the font name or a sample and we will match it as closely as thread allows. Fine details of some fonts may need simplifying.
Can you digitize monograms and initials?
Yes. We digitize stacked, interlocking and single-letter monograms for shirts, towels, jackets and more.
Do I need to send a high-quality image?
No. A clear sample of the font or style is enough, and we rebuild the lettering for stitching.
Ready when you are
Have artwork? Let’s put it on thread.