Stitch file formats
Accept DST (Tajima universal), EXP (Bernina), PES (Brother). Reject artwork files (PNG/JPG) — need digitizing.
Thread color chart
Isacord, Madeira color codes as swatches. Match customer's brand exactly. 400+ colors available.
Digitizing service
Customer sends artwork (PNG/AI). You digitize into DST. Charge $15-30 one-time digitizing fee.
Stitch count pricing
Fee scales with stitch count. Small logo (5k stitches) $5. Large (25k) $25. Personalizer estimates from file.
Frequently asked questions
What file formats for embroidery?
DST (universal), EXP (Bernina), PES (Brother). Reject PNG/JPG — need digitizing first.
Thread color selection?
Isacord or Madeira color chart. 400+ colors as swatches.
Digitizing fee?
$15-30 one-time per artwork. Convert PNG/AI to DST stitch file.
Best app for embroidery?
Print It My Way Pro (all file formats). Or specialized embroidery apps.
Stitch count pricing?
Fee per 1000 stitches. Small logo $5, large $25. Cart Transform.
Best POD for embroidery?
Printful, Printify both offer. Verify DST support in your account.
Return policy for embroidered products?
Final sale except defects. Clear policy at add-to-cart.
Machine embroidery vs hand?
POD = machine. Hand embroidery = artisan (higher cost, longer SLA).
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