Custom Embroidery Services at Apparelbus

Embroidery adds a polished, upscale finish to apparel that printing alone can’t match. Unlike flat prints, embroidery brings texture, dimension, and durability to your design, and it won’t crack, peel, or fade over time.

At Apparelbus, we make embroidery simple and affordable for bulk orders. Whether you need a small run for a local team or a large corporate program with hundreds of pieces, our streamlined process consistently delivers professional results. Customers use our embroidery services for:

• Staff uniforms that look sharp and consistent
• Team apparel for schools and sports organizations
• Branded merchandise for retail or events
• Promotional wear that makes a lasting impression

What is Embroidery?

Embroidery is the art of stitching thread directly into fabric, creating a raised, textured design that lasts. Unlike screen printing or DTF, embroidery doesn’t rely on ink; it uses thread to create a premium, elegant finish.

This makes it the preferred choice for:

• Corporate logos on polos and jackets

• Professional uniforms that project reliability

• Premium giveaways for trade shows and events

• Upscale retail branding for long-term wear

Types of Custom Embroidery We Offer

Flat Embroidery

The classic style, where the design is stitched directly onto the fabric for a clean, smooth finish. It works beautifully for logos, text, and detailed artwork that needs to stay sharp. Ideal for polos, jackets, tote bags, and other everyday apparel where a professional appearance is essential.

3D Puff Embroidery

Want your logo to stand out? 3D puff embroidery adds depth and dimension, making designs bold and eye-catching. Most popular on hats and caps, this method creates a premium look perfect for team gear or promotional giveaways.

Appliqué Embroidery

A creative technique that combines stitched outlines with layered fabric pieces, giving your apparel a textured, high-impact look. Often used on varsity jackets, sweatshirts, and team wear, appliqué is great for larger designs where you want visual depth.

Patch & Badge Embroidery

Custom patches can be fully embroidered, then sewn or heat-applied onto garments. Perfect for uniforms, clubs, and sports teams, patches offer flexibility; you can swap them between items or use them to create collectible branding for your group.

Specialty Threads

Specialty Threads elevate your design with metallic for a subtle shine, neon for bold visibility, or custom-matched threads that align perfectly with your brand colors. It is a simple way to make your embroidery unique and memorable.

Products That Work Well with Embroidery

Embroidery enhances a wide range of items. Popular choices include:

• Polo shirts – Metallic, stretch, or soft-hand options.

• Hats & caps – Folding, polybagging, hang tags, stickers, or hangers.

• Sweatshirts & hoodies – Add player names, numbers, or sponsor logos to jerseys and uniforms.

• Jackets – Add player names, numbers, or sponsor logos to jerseys and uniforms.

• Tote bags – reusable, stylish, and ideal for giveaways

• Beanies – warm gear that highlights your logo front and center

• T-shirts – versatile everyday wear with a polished finish

Embroidery works best on sturdy fabrics like cotton, twill, fleece, and polyester blends.

Artwork & Digitizing Support

Before stitching begins, your design needs to be converted into a stitch-ready file. Our services include:

• Digitizing – transforming your logo into embroidery format

• Design adjustments – simplifying complex details for sharper results

• Thread matching – aligning thread colors with your brand palette

• Sew-out proofs – test runs on fabric so you can preview the final look

If you already have a digitized file, we can use it, but we still recommend a test sew-out to guarantee quality.

Extra Customization Options

Take your embroidery further with:

• Adding names, numbers, or job titles for personalization
• Using metallic, neon, or puff threads for standout designs
• Retail-ready finishing with polybagging, hang tags, stickers, or hem tags
• Free folding and steaming,so your items arrive ready to wear or sell

Embroidery Production & Rush Options

At Apparelbus, our standard embroidery takes 5–6 business days.

If you’re in a hurry, we’ve got rush options to help you get your order faster:

• 4-Day Rush: +20% of standard price

• 3-Day Rush: +30% of standard price

• 2-Day Rush: +50% of standard price

• 1-Day Rush: +100% of standard price

Our minimum order is 6 pieces per design, and pricing depends on stitch count, specialty threads, personalization, and placement.

We’ll help you figure out the fastest option without compromising quality.

Start Your Embroidery Order Today

Embroidery is one of the most effective ways to showcase your brand, event, or team. From polos and jackets to hats and tote bags, Apparelbus makes it easy, affordable, and professional. Give your apparel the polished finish it deserves.