PRINTIFY EMBROIDERY QUALITY TERMS
Version: 1.00
Effective Date: September 1, 2025
Print design
Do’s
- Match the DST file. Ensure the final embroidered product precisely replicates the design provided in the DST file.
- Complete coverage. Fully embroider all designated areas on the garment (as specified in the design) with no missing elements, blank spots, or cut-off designs.
- Designated locations. For caps, embroider the design on the front, back, and sides as specified. For apparel, embroider the design on the front, back, and sleeves according to the DST file.
Don'ts
Products that are damaged in the print process are not acceptable, including these embroidery defects:
- Loose threads or breakage. This can occur due to several factors – using thread that's too thin or weak, incorrect needle selection (size or type), unbalanced bobbin tension, or a stitch count unsuitable for the fabric and design.
- Wrinkled stitches. Improper hooping (not tightening the fabric enough), inappropriate backing material, incorrect machine settings, or unsuitable fabric can all contribute to wrinkled stitches.
- Gapping. This happens when the fabric is visible unintentionally between or around the embroidery design. Gapping can be caused by machine issues, particularly misalignment of the embroidery head.
- Incorrect thread color. This can happen by either choosing the wrong thread color or accidentally threading the wrong color needle.
For specific information on thread colors, stitch count, and other technical embroidery standards, please refer to the Setup Guidelines section.
- Backing removal issues. Tearing or cutting the backing fabric incorrectly can leave ragged edges or damage the embroidery. Refer to the provided examples for proper backing removal techniques.
- Wrong placement of the artwork inside the print area. Prevent this by strictly following the artwork's placement based on the mockup. The offset measurements for the correct design's position are always provided and must be followed.
- Misplacement. This occurs when the embroidery is stitched in the wrong location on the garment or outside the print area. Ensure the embroidery aligns precisely with your specifications, such as the left chest or center back.
- Fabric damage. Inappropriate backing, incorrect needle selection, unbalanced bobbin tension, or unsuitable stitch count for the fabric can cause punctures, tears, or puckering in the material.
- Stitch bunching. Jammed stitches or excessive thread buildup on a specific embroidery area can lead to bumps or wrinkles in the design.
- Visible backing. Backing material should not be visible on the final product. This can be caused by using the wrong backing or improper removal techniques.
- Uncut threads. Excess threads left untrimmed after embroidery completion can detract from the overall appearance and snag on objects.
