Your Embroidered Shirts: Get a Quick Quote!

You need a quick quote for embroidered shirts. You’ve had trouble getting quotes in the past because there’s usually lots of back and forth correspondence before you get a price.  How can you avoid that time-consuming confusion? Here’s what to consider before requesting a quote:

 

Style – Check out style options so you can request pricing for a specific shirt style.  If you can’t choose a style give detailed information about what you need such as a “light blue, 100% cotton polo for men and women”.

Quantity - Include the approximate number of items you plan to order.  

 

Embroidery location – Describe what you want embroidered and where it’s to be located. If you need a left chest logo with names on the right side be sure to mention the names.  All additional embroidery locations such as sleeve and cuff designs will increase the price so you’ll want to include this information.

Artwork - Include a readable artwork file.  Most embroiderers will prefer the highest resolution file you have. If you can't identify that then send what you have and your embroiderer will choose what works best. If you’re hesitant about sending a file you can’t open include one you can open with a note saying that the two files should show the same artwork. Don’t forget to note any changes you may need such as color changes or the elimination of small text.

Special Requirements – Need an unusual style? Tall sizes? PMS thread matching? Want delivery by a specific date? Shipping to multiple locations? Be sure to mention your needs so your embroiderer knows all the details.

What’s the best way to describe what you want? Be brief. A simple note like “24 K800 men’s polos with a left chest logo” with your logo attached to your request will make it easy for your embroiderer to respond with a quick, accurate quote.

Your Embroidered Shirts: Add Tag Text?

Your new logo has been designed by a graphic designer.  It looks great and represents your evolving business. You plan to order embroidered shirts for your group.  At the last minute you decide that a tag line should be added. Your embroiderer can do this but is that the best option?

Adding two to three words in a simple block font may work fine but carefully proof your revised artwork before proceeding.  The added text might be the perfect compliment to your logo OR, it may be a misplaced detail that detracts from the strong, clear design you originally had.

Determined to add your text although early attempts don't look right? Ask your graphic designer.  They'll know what fonts, colors, sizing and spacing to use so the text supports your design rather than looking like a last minute addition that detracts from your logo's impact.

Your Embroidered Logo: Need a New Business Logo?

Want to purchase embroidered shirts to help build your business brand? Need a logo for your new business? Consider using just your business name in a distinctive font. Most embroiderers offer the option of using a stock embroidery font at little or no extra cost.  That option is fine for some projects but having your business name embroidered in the right font will give it the unique look of a custom design.

Should you include a tag line, phone number or web address? You may want to add a tag line but that isn't necessary and not doing that will leave more space for your business name. In most cases you'll want to avoid adding a phone number or web address because having too much text can make your design (including the name) harder to read. If you must include extra text consider placing it in a sleeve or upper back design.

How do you find the right font? Your embroiderer may be able to suggest possibilities or you can experiment with different fonts at sites such as www.myfonts.com. Be careful to consider the final size of your design (3" - 3.75" maximum width) for most embroidered designs.  Before making your final decision have your embroiderer review your choice to see if the font will work for embroidery.

Do some fonts work better than others for embroidered left chest designs? YES! Fonts with lots of detail such as small serifs, variable column width, old English-type detail, stencil characters, distressed elements and small closed letter openings (e.g. letters a and e) won't embroider well at a small size.

Fonts have many different characteristics and can say a lot about your business and how you do business. After narrowing your choices take a break and review the possibilities at a later time.  Have other people who are familiar with your business choose their finalist and tell you why they made their choice. Take time picking the right font and you'll have a unique embroidered logo that works for your business!

Your Embroidered Logo: Get the Right Fit!

Its time for the yearly inspection from your company's owner. Last November there were some issues including problems with the sizing of the company uniforms. Since you are in charge of uniforming you decided to switch to a different brand of polo shirt.  You chose on the L500 polo for the women, available from XS-4X, and its companion style for men, the K500, available in sizes XS through 6X.  Having a greater range of sizes made outfitting your team much easier. No one had to settle for a shirt that was too large or small so everyone is happy.  Even the tall guys look good because they were able to order this polo in tall sizes. 

Inspection complete! You passed with flying colors! The owner loved the  K500/ L500 polos. Your polos were a hit!

Your Embroidered Logo: Quick Fix!

Looking for a quick fix for your business wardrobe? Try this year's new sweaters and cardigans for an updated look! Choose from two-toned, classic and open front styles. Sweaters embroidered with your business name give employees a uniform, polished look while allowing them to wear their own shirts underneath.

Uncertain how your design will look on a sweater?  Enlarge or eliminate small text and your logo should be fine.  Considering a two-toned style? Make sure your logo colors contrast well with the sweater colors and your business name is big enough to be clearly seen.  Still unclear how the final product will look? Request an embroidered sample cardigan before placing your order. Your team will appreciate the cozy comfort of sweaters and you'll love their professional appearance!

Your Embroidered Logo: Give It a New Slant!

Designing your embroidered logo? Check out these ideas:

1. Give your business name a different slant. Try putting your name in a diagonal orientation if you have a short business name. Just make sure the remaining design elements are arranged so the overall appearance is horizontal.

2. Try a vertical orientation. Most logos have a horizontal orientation so a vertical look will help it stand out.

3. Increase the size of you business name. Eliminate unnecessary text and use that room to enlarge your name.

4. Use bold color contrasts. Instead of using a "uniform' black shirt try a bright new color such as "green oasis" or "dusty orange" with your logo embroidered in a bold, contrasting color.

Give your logo a different look and increase its Impact!

Your Embroidered Logo: Distance Color Matching?

Matching colors long distance for your embroidered logo can be challenging. Colors viewed online can vary according to computer settings. A "red" may look bright on your computer, dark on another and rust-like on a third. PMS or Pantone Matching System colors can identify particular shades but what if you don't know the PMS equivalents of your logo colors? You can supply hex or CMYK colors but direct thread matches don't exist for these shades. You could give a verbal description such as "apple red" but will that really help?

What's the solution? Send your embroiderer an actual color swatch such as a business card.  If that isn't possible you may want to request embroidered samples in different shades so you can make the best choice.