Do I receive a free digital proof before production?

Yes. Every custom patch order includes a free digital proof within 24–48 hours. You review and approve the design before production starts, and basic revisions are free.

What types of custom patches can I order?

You can order embroidered, PVC, chenille, leather, woven, sublimated, silicone, and sequin patches, plus 3D puff embroidery. We also make PVC keychains, embroidery keychains, and enamel pins.

Is there a minimum order quantity?

No. You can order a few patches or a large bulk run. Pricing is competitive at every quantity, with no setup fees.

What affects the price of custom patches?

Price depends on the patch style, size, number of colors, level of detail, quantity, backing, border, and turnaround. Larger orders usually cost less per patch. For an exact price, request a custom patch quote with your design and quantity.

What file formats do you accept for custom patches?

Vector files (AI, EPS, PDF) give the best results, but we also accept high-resolution PNG, JPG, and PSD files. If you only have a sketch or a photo, send it anyway and our design team will help.

What are typical turnaround times for custom patches?

Standard production takes 7–14 business days after you approve your digital proof. Rush production is available for urgent deadlines; just mention your date when you request a quote.

Do you ship to the USA, Canada, UK and Australia?

Yes. We ship embroidered, PVC, chenille, and all other patch styles to customers across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia, with tracking on every order.

What backing and border options are available?

Choose iron-on for quick application on cotton and denim, sew-on for the most permanent hold, Velcro (hook and loop) for patches you want to remove or swap, adhesive for short-term use, or heat-seal. Borders include merrowed, laser-cut, and heat-cut, depending on the patch type.

Commercial embroidery digitizing services

Custom Embroidery Digitizing
For Every Garment & Stitch Style

We turn your logo into a machine-ready embroidery file that sews out clean the first time. Every design is digitized by hand by experienced digitizers, from 3D puff hats and small lettering down to 3 mm, to full jacket backs and chenille varsity letters. Files start at $10 and ship in DST, PES, EMB, EXP, DSB, and JEF.

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2–4 hours

Rush turnaround

3 mm min

Readable small lettering

100% free

Stitch edits until it runs right

Sew-out tested

Before files are delivered

Every embroidery style

All Types of Embroidery Digitizing, Set Up for Your Garment

Every fabric moves differently under the needle. A file made for a piqué polo will pucker on a performance jacket, so we digitize each design for the garment it will be sewn on.

Flat commercial embroidery stitch-out sample on twill

Flat Embroidery & Left Chest Logo Digitizing

Carefully sequenced files for left-chest logos, company polos, scrubs, aprons, and button-down shirts. We set satin widths and fill density to prevent puckering on both light polyester dri-fit and heavy cotton twill.

What you get:

Smart pathing that cuts extra jump stitches and trims
Underlay matched to the fabric (edge walk, zigzag, or tatami)
Push and pull compensation based on the fabric's weave
Tested with 40-weight polyester and rayon thread

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3D puff embroidery on curved trucker cap front panels

Headwear specialist

Hat fronts & beanies · High-density foam

Type 02: Raised, 3D detail for caps and beanies

3D Puff & Cap Digitizing

Made for structured and unstructured 6-panel trucker hats (Richardson 112, Yupoong, Flexfit) and thick knit beanies. We set cutting stitches and dense satin columns that wrap fully around the foam.

What you get:

Clean perimeter cuts through 2–4 mm foam with no stray fuzz
End caps that close the foam at corners and sharp letters
Underlay that stops the center seam from splitting on structured caps
Center-out sewing order to prevent distortion on cap frames

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Detailed jacket back embroidery on leather and denim

Large scale

Jackets, gis & biker vests · Hoops up to 380 × 480 mm

Type 03: Large, high-impact designs for outerwear

Jacket Back & Large Design Digitizing

A large 250–350 mm design sewn at one even density turns the garment stiff as cardboard and pulls it out of shape. We step the density down across the design and plan the thread path so the jacket stays soft and flat.

What you get:

Graded density that keeps the garment flexible
Underlay in zones so fabric doesn't shift during 60,000+ stitch runs
Set up for denim, leather vests, satin bomber jackets, and hoodies
Shorter machine run times through planned thread travel

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Micro lettering embroidery sample showing crisp small text

Small text specialist

Name tapes & scrubs · Clear letters from 3 to 6 mm

Type 04: Readable names, certifications, and tiny text

Small Lettering & Fine Detail Digitizing (Down to 3 mm)

Text under 5 mm is where auto-digitizing software fails, leaving thread nests and needle holes. We digitize small lettering by hand with center-run underlay, adjusted satin compensation, and careful needle spacing.

What you get:

Readable letters down to 3 mm (0.12 inch) without thread clumping
Made for medical scrubs, name tapes, certifications, and fine print
Set up for standard 75/11 needles and fine 65/9 needles with 60-weight thread
Open letter shapes so holes in "a", "e", and "o" don't close up

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Collegiate appliqué and tackle twill embroidery sample

Sports & teams

Jerseys & hoodies · 2-layer and 3-layer twill

Type 05: Team and college wear with cut fabric layers

Appliqué & Tackle Twill Digitizing

Combines cut fabric pieces with embroidery stitches to cover large areas with less thread. A good fit for hockey sweaters, baseball jerseys, Greek letters, and varsity streetwear.

What you get:

Clear 3-step sequence: placement line, tack-down, and satin cover stitch
Machine stops built in so the operator can place fabric easily
Works with laser cutters and pre-cut twill kits
Zigzag underlay that stops fabric edges from fraying

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Vintage chenille varsity embroidery with felt border

Varsity style

Letterman & streetwear · Loop and chainstitch ready

Type 06: Classic loop stitching for letterman jackets and merch

Chenille & Chainstitch Digitizing

Chenille makes a soft, towel-like loop texture with special hooked needles. Our digitizers plan loop height, chainstitch borders, and loop direction for bold varsity letters and streetwear emblems.

What you get:

Loop fills with locked chainstitch borders
Set up for wool letterman jackets, hoodies, and felt banners
Spacing that keeps loops full, with no flat or bald spots
Felt border offsets for clean scissor or laser trimming

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Works with your machine

Embroidery File Formats for Every Machine

Every order includes your machine file plus the editable master file, with a printable color run sheet and stop sequence.

.DSTTajima / universal

The standard commercial file format, read by most commercial embroidery machines.

.EMBWilcom master file

The editable master file, with outlines, density, and stitch angles, for future changes.

.PESBrother / Baby Lock

For Brother and Baby Lock home and multi-needle machines (PR600, PR1050X, Persona).

.EXPMelco / Bernina

For Melco commercial machines and Bernina machines.

.DSBBarudan

Barudan machine format with set jump and trim commands.

.JEFJanome

For Janome and Elna embroidery machines.

Why fabric matters

Why Cheap Embroidery Files Pucker and Break Thread

Thousands of stitches pull the fabric together. Without compensation, round logos turn oval, gaps open between borders, and cap seams break needles. Here is how we set files up for each fabric.

Piqué polos & knit tees

A heavier tatami underlay bridges the open knit so stitches don't sink into the fabric.

Structured 6-panel hats

Center-out sewing with extra push compensation to bridge the center seam of the crown.

Performance dri-fit & Lycra

Lighter density and stretch-stabilizing outline runs so the fabric doesn't pucker.

Canvas, denim & leather

Light underlay and careful needle spacing so leather isn't perforated.

Sample production sheet

Included With Every Digitizing Order

Total stitch count and estimated run time in minutes
Needle stops and color sequence with Madeira thread colors
Recommended machine speed (RPM) for your fabric
Hoop size advice to prevent frame distortion
High-resolution stitch preview image (PNG)

Simple pricing

From $10 / file

Free quote and stitch preview before you pay.

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Expert Knowledge

Frequently Asked Embroidery Questions

Everything you need to know about commercial embroidery digitizing files and machine setup.

Q1:What is embroidery digitizing?

Embroidery digitizing is turning a logo or artwork into a stitch file that an embroidery machine can read. A digitizer decides the stitch type, direction, density, and sewing order, then saves the file in a format such as DST or PES.

Q2:How much does embroidery digitizing cost?

At Power Digitizing, embroidery digitizing starts at $10 per file. The final price depends on the design's size, detail, and stitch count. You get a free quote before you pay.

Q3:How long does embroidery digitizing take?

Most files are delivered within 12–24 hours. Rush digitizing in 2–4 hours is available for urgent orders.

Q4:Which embroidery file format do I need?

Use DST for Tajima and most commercial machines, PES for Brother and Baby Lock, EXP for Melco and Bernina, DSB for Barudan, and JEF for Janome. We also include the editable EMB master file.

Q5:Can you digitize a logo for a hat?

Yes. We digitize logos for structured and unstructured caps, including 3D puff embroidery, with a center-out sewing order that keeps the design straight on curved cap frames.

Ready to get started?

Get your logo digitized for embroidery today.

Send your logo, sketch, or old file. Our digitizers will turn it into a clean, sew-out tested embroidery file in the format your machine uses, with a free stitch preview and quote first.

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Custom Embroidery Digitizing
For Every Garment & Stitch Style

2–4 hours

Rush turnaround

3 mm min

Readable small lettering

100% free

Stitch edits until it runs right

Sew-out tested

Before files are delivered

Why Cheap Embroidery Files Pucker and Break Thread

Thousands of stitches pull the fabric together. Without compensation, round logos turn oval, gaps open between borders, and cap seams break needles. Here is how we set files up for each fabric.

Piqué polos & knit tees

A heavier tatami underlay bridges the open knit so stitches don't sink into the fabric.

Structured 6-panel hats

Center-out sewing with extra push compensation to bridge the center seam of the crown.

Performance dri-fit & Lycra

Lighter density and stretch-stabilizing outline runs so the fabric doesn't pucker.

Canvas, denim & leather

Light underlay and careful needle spacing so leather isn't perforated.

Get your logo digitized for embroidery today.

Send your logo, sketch, or old file. Our digitizers will turn it into a clean, sew-out tested embroidery file in the format your machine uses, with a free stitch preview and quote first.

Custom Embroidery Digitizing For Every Garment & Stitch Style

All Types of Embroidery Digitizing, Set Up for Your Garment

Flat Embroidery & Left Chest Logo Digitizing

What you get:

3D Puff & Cap Digitizing

What you get:

Jacket Back & Large Design Digitizing

What you get:

Small Lettering & Fine Detail Digitizing (Down to 3 mm)

What you get:

Appliqué & Tackle Twill Digitizing

What you get:

Chenille & Chainstitch Digitizing

What you get:

Embroidery File Formats for Every Machine

Why Cheap Embroidery Files Pucker and Break Thread

Piqué polos & knit tees

Structured 6-panel hats

Performance dri-fit & Lycra

Canvas, denim & leather

Included With Every Digitizing Order

Frequently Asked Embroidery Questions

Q1:What is embroidery digitizing?

Q2:How much does embroidery digitizing cost?

Q3:How long does embroidery digitizing take?

Q4:Which embroidery file format do I need?

Q5:Can you digitize a logo for a hat?

Get your logo digitized for embroidery today.

Custom Embroidery Digitizing For Every Garment & Stitch Style

All Types of Embroidery Digitizing, Set Up for Your Garment

Flat Embroidery & Left Chest Logo Digitizing

What you get:

3D Puff & Cap Digitizing

What you get:

Jacket Back & Large Design Digitizing

What you get:

Small Lettering & Fine Detail Digitizing (Down to 3 mm)

What you get:

Appliqué & Tackle Twill Digitizing

What you get:

Chenille & Chainstitch Digitizing

What you get:

Embroidery File Formats for Every Machine

Why Cheap Embroidery Files Pucker and Break Thread

Piqué polos & knit tees

Structured 6-panel hats

Performance dri-fit & Lycra

Canvas, denim & leather

Included With Every Digitizing Order

Frequently Asked Embroidery Questions

Q1:What is embroidery digitizing?

Q2:How much does embroidery digitizing cost?

Q3:How long does embroidery digitizing take?

Q4:Which embroidery file format do I need?

Q5:Can you digitize a logo for a hat?

Get your logo digitized for embroidery today.

Custom Embroidery Digitizing
For Every Garment & Stitch Style

Custom Embroidery Digitizing
For Every Garment & Stitch Style