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Embroidered hats

Design & sell embroidered hats with Gelato

With our intuitive platform, designing and selling custom embroidered caps worldwide is a breeze. We make it easy for you to create your own unique designs and reach your customers everywhere.

Start your journey today and make your embroidered caps a global sensation!

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Produce sustainably with Gelato

Creating custom embroidered hats with Gelato means creating while caring for the planet. By producing locally, we reduce carbon emissions and make your embroidered caps not just stylish but also environmentally friendly.

Design embroidered hats that match your style

Bucket hats

Add a personal touch to embroidered bucket hats that showcase your unique style. Create embroidery designs that make your caps stand out and turn heads in any crowd.

Dad and baseball hats

Design embroidered baseball caps that become all the rage with your audience. Whether it's a classic dad hat or a sporty cap, your custom embroidery can turn any hat into a fashion statement.

Snapback hats

Sell trendy snapback hats with custom embroidery. Adjustable and stylish, these embroidered hats are popular among all ages and can feature any design you create.

Trucker hats

Breathe easy and look great with trucker hats, the ultimate companion for every adventure.

With a breathable mesh back and snug foam front, the trucker hat combines style and functionality for adventure seekers and daily wear alike.

Beanie hats

Keep your customers warm with embroidered beanie hats. Create unique embroidery designs that will make these cozy accessories an instant hit with anyone looking to stay warm during the colder seasons, all while showcasing your brand.

How to sell custom embroidered hats with Gelato

Connect to Gelato

Connect your ecommerce business to link your existing products or create new products.

Start selling

Your customer browses your ecommerce store and places an order.

Take it easy

We take care of the entire fulfilment process and produce your product closer to your customer.

The order is shipped

We deliver your products directly to your customer via our fast and reliable global logistics network.

Show your creativity with Gelato’s embroidered hats

Create custom logos

Bring your brand to life with custom logos on embroidered hats. With Gelato, you can easily upload your logo and have it embroidered on high-quality hats to create a professional look that customers will remember.

Create seasonal designs

Celebrate holidays and special occasions with seasonal embroidery caps. From festive patterns to thematic graphics, you can incorporate one-of-a-kind designs to create embroidered hats that capture the spirit of any season and help you offer limited-edition embroidered caps that your customers will love.

Monograms and initials

Get up close and personal by adding monograms and initials to your embroidered hats. Customers love personalized items that feel ‘thoughtfully crafted for them’, and initials/monograms embroidered on caps are a great way to give them that feeling!

Tools to sell custom clothing

With Mockup Studio you can create your own unique apparel mockups for your ecommerce store.

Welcome to our step-by-step guide on creating your very own custom hats using Gelato!

In this tutorial, we'll walk you through the steps to create your very own embroidered products with Gelato!

How Gelato fuels your ecommerce business

Sell globally, produce locally

Gelato powers the world’s largest print on demand network of local print providers for ecommerce sellers. Produce what you need, where and when you need it. Faster, smarter and greener.

Easy to use

Integrate your ecommerce store to Gelato in seconds to start creating, selling, and adding products to your store.

Risk free

Gelato is free to use, no minimum orders or leftover stock. Because the products are made on demand, you only pay for what you sell.

24/7 customer support

We work relentlessly to help you scale your business and get the most out of our print on demand platform. Reach our customer success team anywhere, anytime.

Built for scaling your business

Production in 32 countries ensures reliable, on-time delivery of 10+ million orders across a wide variety of product categories.

Superior quality

Make a lasting impression on your customers with cutting-edge technology and sustainably sourced-materials from industry-leading brands.

More 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

Embroidered hats FAQs

What is an embroidered hat?

An embroidered hat is a headwear piece where a design, logo, or text is stitched directly onto the fabric using needle and thread. This process creates a durable and textured decoration that stands out from printed alternatives. Embroidered caps are popular because they offer a high-quality look and feel, which makes them ideal for personal use, branding, or promotional events.

What materials are used for embroidered hats?

Embroidered hats are typically made from durable fabrics like cotton, wool, or polyester blends. These materials provide a sturdy base for cap embroidery designs and allow the threads to hold them well, helping maintain their shape over time. The embroidery itself uses high-quality threads, often made from rayon or polyester, which offer a vibrant range of colors and resist fading. At Gelato, we ensure that both the hats and the embroidery materials meet high standards, so your embroidered caps look great and last long.

What types of hats can be embroidered?

Embroidery can be used to customize a wide variety of hat styles. From classic baseball caps and dad hats to trendy bucket hats and cozy beanies, embroidery can add a personalized touch to any headwear. So if you're looking to create embroidered bucket hats for a summer collection or embroidered beanie hats for the colder months, Gelato offers numerous options. You can even design embroidered baseball hats or snapbacks to showcase your unique cap embroidery designs.

How long does it take to embroider hats?

The time it takes to produce embroidered hats can vary based on the complexity of the design and the quantity ordered. However, with Gelato's global network of production partners, producing and shipping your custom embroidered hats quickly is possible. Our efficient process ensures that once you place an order, your embroidery cap designs are brought to life promptly, so your customers receive their embroidered hats without long waiting periods.

Are embroidered hats adjustable?

Yes, many embroidered hats are designed with adjustable features to ensure a comfortable fit for a variety of head sizes. Styles like dad hats, baseball caps, and snapbacks often include adjustable straps made from fabric, plastic snaps, or metal buckles. This adjustability makes embroidered caps a versatile choice for both personal use and as products for your customers. When you create custom embroidered hats with Gelato, you can choose from a range of adjustable options to suit your needs.