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title: Custom Embroidery Chicago | Embroidered Shirts | Embroidery Services
description: Custom embroidery digitizing & design company in Chicago. We specialize in custom embroidered shirts, apparel embroidery, uniform embroidery, and more.
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- [Screen Printing](https://www.sharprint.com/screen-print) 
    - [The Process](https://www.sharprint.com/screen-print/basic-screen-printing)
    - [All-Over Printing](https://www.sharprint.com/screen-print/all-over-printing)
    - [Soft-Hand Printing](https://www.sharprint.com/screen-print/soft-hand-printing)
    - [Specialty Printing](https://www.sharprint.com/screen-print/specialty-screen-printing)
    - [The Artwork & Color Separation](https://www.sharprint.com/screen-print/art-for-screen-printing)
- [Embroidery](https://www.sharprint.com/embroidery) 
    - [The Process](https://www.sharprint.com/embroidery/basic-embroidery)
    - [Specialty Embroidery](https://www.sharprint.com/embroidery/embroidery-specialties)
    - [The Artwork](https://www.sharprint.com/embroidery/art-for-embroidery)
    - [Stitch and Thread Types ](https://www.sharprint.com/embroidery/stitch-and-thread-types)
- [Digital Printing](https://www.sharprint.com/digital-printing) 
    - [The DTG Process](https://www.sharprint.com/digital-printing/digital-printing-basics)
    - [The DTF Process](https://www.sharprint.com/digital-printing/the-dtf-process)
    - [The Artwork](https://www.sharprint.com/digital-printing/art-for-digital-printing)
    - [Specialty Digital ](https://www.sharprint.com/screen-print/specialty-digital-printing)
- [Other Services](https://www.sharprint.com/other-services) 
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    - [Art Services](https://www.sharprint.com/other-services/art-services)
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# Embroidery

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## **Our most used threads: Madeira & Robison- Anton**

<https://www.sharprint.com/embroidery/basic-embroidery?hsLang=en-us>

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### Basic Embroidery

##### The Process

Sharprint offers its customers the option to custom embroider their garments of choice. Have your company logo embroidered on t-shirts, hats, bags, and more!!

[ Learn more about basic embroidery](https://www.sharprint.com/embroidery/basic-embroidery?hsLang=en-us)

<https://www.sharprint.com/embroidery/embroidery-specialties?hsLang=en-us>

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### Embroidery Specialties

##### Types & Capabilities

Be sure that your custom embroidered design stands out from the norm by using one of our specialty embroidery techniques.

[ Learn more about embroidery specialties](https://www.sharprint.com/embroidery/embroidery-specialties?hsLang=en-us)

<https://www.sharprint.com/embroidery/art-for-embroidery?hsLang=en-us>

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### Art For Embroidery

##### Artwork & File Types

Since embroidery artwork needs to be digitized, we accept most file types. However, vector and high resolution raster art produce better looking embroidery.

[ Learn more about art for embroidery.](https://www.sharprint.com/embroidery/art-for-embroidery?hsLang=en-us)

<https://www.sharprint.com/embroidery/stitch-and-thread-types?hsLang=en-us>

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### Stitch Types

##### 3 Types Of Stitch

Depending on the look of the customer’s design and the fabric being embroidered, Sharprint uses one of three stitching types (satin, walking, and fill).

[ Learn more about stitch types.](https://www.sharprint.com/embroidery/stitch-and-thread-types?hsLang=en-us)

# Logo Embroidery

With the recent technology advances in the apparel industry, it's important to understand the advantages and limitations of embroidery.

This guide will provide you and your customers with a strong foundation in:

- Artwork requirements
- Various fabrics & backing
- Thread types and color options
- Stitch type options
- The ordering process & what to expect

 

 

![Beginners Guide to Logo Embroidery for Custom Apparel Cover](https://www.sharprint.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Beginners%20Guide%20to%20Logo%20Embroidery%20for%20Custom%20Apparel%20Cover.png?width=624&height=809&name=Beginners%20Guide%20to%20Logo%20Embroidery%20for%20Custom%20Apparel%20Cover.png "Beginners Guide to Logo Embroidery for Custom Apparel Cover")

# Top Embroidery Articles

[How to Use Pantone Colors for Embroidery & Screen Printing](https://www.sharprint.com/blog/bid/105298/how-to-use-pantone-colors-for-embroidery-screen-printing?hsLang=en-us)  
[Why Embroidery Sew Outs May Vary from the Finished Product](https://www.sharprint.com/blog/bid/106419/how-an-embroidery-sew-out-might-look-different-at-final-production?hsLang=en-us)  
[The 3 Main Types of Specialty Embroidery Stitches](https://www.sharprint.com/blog/bid/103901/The-3-Main-Types-of-Specialty-Embroidery-Stitches?hsLang=en-us)  
[Advantages of Custom Embroidery for Business Brand Promotion](https://www.sharprint.com/blog/bid/87048/Advantages-of-Custom-Embroidery-for-Business-Brand-Promotion?hsLang=en-us)  
[Embroidery Backing - A World Of Options](https://www.sharprint.com/blog/embroidery-backing-a-world-of-options?hsLang=en-us)  
[Turning Art Files Into Embroidery with Digitizing](https://www.sharprint.com/blog/bid/103978/Turing-Art-Files-Into-Embroidery-with-Digitizing?hsLang=en-us)  
[Know Your Options When Creating Custom Embroidery](https://www.sharprint.com/blog/bid/101201/Custom-Embroidery-Options-for-Your-Decorated-Apparel?hsLang=en-us)

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We specialize in high-quality custom prints, embroidery, and quick turnaround times.

##### Getting it done

##### Quick Link

- [Request a Quote](https://www.sharprint.com/request-a-quote-custom-clothing-sharprint-screen-print)
- Custom Apparel
- [Screen Printing](https://www.sharprint.com/screen-print)
- [Embroidery](https://www.sharprint.com/embroidery)
- [Digital Printing](https://www.sharprint.com/digital-printing)
- [Other Services](https://www.sharprint.com/other-services)

##### Resources

- [About Us](https://www.sharprint.com/faq)
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- [Resources](https://www.sharprint.com/resource-center)
- [Behind The Screens](https://www.sharprint.com/bts)
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- [Pay Invoice](https://pay.sharprint.com/?)

##### Support

sales@sharprint.com

[888-800-5646](tel:8888005646)

4200 W Wrightwood Ave, Chicago IL 60639

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