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Embroidered Apparel

Create stunning products with embroidery

Raise the bar on quality and style, one stitch at a time

It’s time to offer embroidery and enhance your product range – your customers will love it and so will you.

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Expressive embroidery that speaks for itself

Customization however you imagine

Embroider to your heart’s desire - the front, back, and sleeves are all available for your designs.

Discover your next bestseller

Add embroidery to your most popular apparel products, or add new bestsellers to your store.

Combine up to six vibrant colors in your designs.

Transform your products from ordinary to extraordinary with an art form that has been automated and modernized.

Exceptional quality that endures

Created to last

Enjoy vibrant garments that withstand the test of time, wash after wash.

Premium feel

Experience quality - crafted with utmost care using the finest threads.

Personalization redefined

Unlock a new level of expression with embroidered apparel.

How to design embroidered clothes with Gelato

Gelato's intuitive design maker

Access our design tool and upload your artwork or graphics. Customize your clothing items by adding your designs and arranging them as desired.

Digitizing your designs

Your designs will require digitization. During this process our digitization experts decide on the type of stitches to create the best design.

Our stitch patterns

Gelato employs flat embroidery, where the design is sewn directly onto the product with thread. We will pick the most appropriate stitch type to capture the design details.

A: Satin stitch: A long, straight stitch used to outline an object.

B: Run stitch: A single-line stitch used for small design details.

C: Tatami fill: Rows of run stitches used to fill large areas.

Leave the production to us

Once your designs are digitized your customers can then place orders in your store. Our expert partners will then create your beautiful embroidered apparel and ship to your customers.

Embroidery tips and tricks

Start selling embroidery today with our tips and guides:

Video Tutorial: How to create an embroidered product

Creating the perfect embroidery file: A simple guide

How embroidery can level up your ecommerce store

Custom embroidery products you can sell with Gelato

Heavyweight unisex crewneck t-shirt

Our heavyweight cotton t-shirt is a durable staple product with a classic fit. One of the most popular items, it has a relaxed style made for everyday and casual wear.

100% combed and ring-spun cotton
Taped neck and shoulders for durability

Premium unisex hoodie

We offer premium custom hoodies that use pre-shrunk fabrics that won't shrink. The hoodies are side-seemed for a more tailored fit and color-matched drawcords provide a more cohesive look. Our printers use water-based ink for a more eco-friendly result.

Durable fabrics 7.5 oz or 254 g
Material: 55% cotton/ 45% polyester

Premium crewneck sweatshirt

Our premium crewneck sweatshirt will be the perfect addition to anyone's closet. The cotton and polyester mix lends a soft, comfortable feel to the sweatshirt that no one can resist.

Rolled-forward shoulders for a better fit
Taped neck and shoulders for durability
8.25 oz/yard² - 280 g/m²

Bucket hat

Step into the sun with confidence in the bucket hat, blending retro cool with essential protection.

The bucket hat merges retro style with practicality, offering lightweight, full-brim sun protection for your outdoor and everyday adventures.

It’s time to offer embroidery and enhance your product range – your customers will love it and so will you

Embroidered apparel FAQs

What products is embroidery available for?

T-shirts, hoodies, and sweatshirts.

How do I create a design for embroidery?

Embroidery digitizing is the process of converting artwork into a digital file using software that allows embroidery machines to understand the needle's path. Once have created a regular design you’d like to use for embroidery, you can upload it to Gelato to be digitized

What is the digitization of files and how does it work?

Embroidery digitizing is the process of converting artwork into a digital file using software that allows embroidery machines to understand the needle's path. This process is not automated and is done with the help of digitizing partners.

How does the digitization process for embroidery impact shipping times?

Embroidered apparel orders take, on average, 5-8 days. More information on our shipping times can be found in our product catalog.

Is it cheaper to embroider or print?

The cost of embroidery on clothes versus printing depends on various factors such as the complexity of the design, the number of colors, and the quantity of items being produced. Generally, printing is more cost-effective for larger quantities and designs with many colors, while embroidery is better suited for smaller quantities and designs that require a textured, high-end look.

What clothes are best to embroider?

Many types of clothing can be embroidered, but certain fabrics and garment types are better suited for embroidery. Fabrics like cotton, denim, and twill work well for embroidery due to their durability and ability to hold stitches. Popular clothing items to embroider include t-shirts, polo shirts, hats, jackets, and bags. It's important to choose garments with a smooth and stable surface to achieve the best embroidery results.