Custom Embroidery Digitizing

Start with the artwork, logo, or design you would like to embroider. Digitizing turns that artwork into the stitch instructions your embroidery machine needs, including where stitches go, which stitch types are used, and the sequence in which the design is sewn.

Your machine cannot stitch directly from a JPG, PNG, or PDF. It needs an embroidery file, such as PES, JEF, or DST. Professional digitizing plans the stitching for your project, helping manage thread use and reduce fabric puckering.

You can send a wide range of ideas, from artwork for a personalized gift to a logo for a uniform. Examples include:

• Names, monograms, and lettering for towels, bags, and keepsakes.
• Artwork and illustrations for decorative embroidery projects.
• Company logos for uniforms and promotional items.
• Sports team designs for apparel and fan projects.
• Patches and badges for organizations.
• Floral patterns and ornamental designs for home décor.

We accept vector artwork such as AI, EPS, and SVG, as well as images such as JPG, PNG, and BMP. You can also send a hand-drawn sketch. Include the item you plan to embroider and your preferred finished size so we can review the idea in the context of your project.

Yes. A graphic file shows what your artwork looks like, but it does not contain the stitch instructions an embroidery machine needs. Even a vector logo needs to be digitized before it can be embroidered.

Vector conversion creates scalable artwork for uses such as printing or cutting. Embroidery digitizing prepares the design for stitching, accounting for stitch types, direction, density, underlay, fabric pull, and the required machine format. Send the original artwork if you have it, along with your intended embroidery size.

Send your clearest available artwork and a few details about the project:

• Finished size: the width and height you want, in inches.
• Item and fabric: for example, a cotton tote, polyester shirt, or denim jacket.
• Machine details: your embroidery machine brand and model, plus the file format you need if known.
• Thread colors: specific color preferences or general guidance.
• Special instructions: any details you want us to follow.

An example request might be: “Please prepare this drawing about 4 inches wide for a cotton tote bag. I use a Brother embroidery machine and would like blue and green thread colors.”

If you do not have every detail, you can still ask for help. Our team can guide you through the information needed and make recommendations for your project.

Request a quote using your artwork and project details. AnnTheGran’s custom digitizing starts at $15 per design, with the final price depending on the work involved.

These sample prices provide a general guide:

• Small design, approximately 5,000 stitches: $15 per design.
• Medium design, approximately 50,000 stitches: $25 per design.
• Large design, approximately 85,000 stitches: $35 per design.

These are approximate examples rather than a guaranteed price for your artwork. Stitch count, number of colors, design complexity, and turnaround time can affect the quote. Ann’s Club members may also receive additional savings on eligible services.

Most designs have a standard turnaround of 24 hours. More detailed artwork or designs with many colors may need 24–48 hours. We communicate the expected delivery time when you place your order.

If you are working toward a deadline, include it with your request. Rush service can complete orders in as little as 4–8 hours for an additional fee. Contact us about express options so we can confirm the timing for your project.

Tell us your machine brand and model so we can provide the appropriate embroidery file format. You do not need to choose a format on your own if you are unsure.

We provide all major embroidery formats, including DST, PES, JEF, EXP, VP3, XXX, and ART. The correct format depends on your specific machine.

We offer unlimited free revisions until you are satisfied with your digitized design. If you need a change to stitch density, colors, size, or another aspect of the design, tell us what you would like adjusted and we will revise it at no additional cost.

A test stitch file is also provided so you can review the design before finalizing your order. When requesting a revision, describe the change clearly so our team can understand the result you want.

Yes. Let us know the item you plan to embroider when you send your artwork. A design intended for a cap or curved surface needs digitizing that accounts for how the stitches will sit on that item.

For cap embroidery, we plan stitch angles, adjust density, optimize underlay, and make size adjustments for the curved surface. We also digitize for bags, hats, and other specialty items. Providing the intended application helps us prepare the design for your project.