Embroidery vs. Printing
KNOW THE BENEFITS
Both embroidery and printing are great options for getting custom images onto clothing, but what benefits do they hold?
Cost effectiveness
The size of the order will determine which of the two types are the cheapest. Printing is good for large orders of mass-produced images, but for smaller, more detailed orders, embroidery is ideal. This is largely due to the setup fee required for screen printing orders. Whether the order needs hand embroidery or machine embroidery, the setup costs are much cheaper.
Size of the design
If large images are required, then printing is the better option. However, for company logos or other merchandising options, embroidery is the best choice. Due to its sturdier nature, embroidery is ideal for workwear and better at offering advertisements on articles of clothing. This also makes it much more cost-effective for logo printing, as smaller designs cost less to produce.
The quality of the overall product
While screen printing allows for higher levels of detail and variation of design, the printing process can lose detail overall. Printed designs do not last as long on clothing, fading or peeling after multiple uses. With embroidery, smaller designs are made with high-quality materials for a solid and hardy product. The fabric nature of the product makes embroidered products much more versatile without tearing, fading, or peeling. For these reasons, embroidery is ideal for a busy environment.
Placement of designs
Embroidery is versatile in use. Embroidered designs can be threaded into almost any shape, which is why it is ideal for clothing and accessories such as hats, caps, bags, or trousers. Printing, by contrast, requires a flat surface, meaning it is very limited in where and how it can be applied. Generally, printing is only good for the front or back of shirts, jumpers, bags, or posters.