Embroidered caps read as premium in a way printed caps rarely do. The stitched logo catches light and adds depth. Here is how to plan a cap or hat order, style by style.
Cap styles we embroider
Baseball caps (curved peak)
Classic front-panel embroidery, 6 to 8cm wide. We use a cap frame on the machine for clean, undistorted results.
Snapbacks (flat peak)
Similar front-panel embroidery. The flat peak can also take a small embroidered detail, though this is less common.
Dad caps
Unstructured, relaxed fit. Embroidery sits softer on the fabric. Popular for fashion brands.
5-panel caps
Front embroidery area is narrower (around 6cm max), due to the panel structure.
Beanies
Embroidered on the folded brim, usually 5 to 7cm wide. Works well on ribbed knit; avoid very thin knits which can distort.
Bucket hats
Embroidered on front or side, 5 to 8cm. Wider canvas than baseball caps.
Front-panel embroidery standard
Standard sizing for a baseball cap front:
- Width: 6 to 9cm
- Height: up to 5cm
- Position: centred, 2.5cm from the brim edge
- Style: logo, wordmark, or initials
Logos with fine detail need to be simplified for this size. See our embroidery process guide for digitising.
3D puff embroidery
A premium option that creates a raised, foam-backed logo. Used on streetwear and premium brand caps.
- Cost: £2 to £3 extra per cap
- Minimum order: 25 caps (requires specific setup)
- Best for: bold simple logos, initials, solid shapes
Not suitable for fine detail or small text.
Thread count and pricing
| Stitch count | Example | Price per cap (before blank) |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 3,000 | Small initial or icon | £2 to £3 |
| 3,000 to 6,000 | Standard front logo | £3 to £4.50 |
| 6,000 to 10,000 | Detailed logo | £4.50 to £6 |
Add £25 one-off digitising for a new logo (waived over 50 caps).
Cap blank options
Popular blanks for embroidery:
- Flexfit 6277: fitted, classic, wide choice of colours
- Beechfield B15: 5-panel, unstructured, softer fit
- AWDis Just Cap JC001: budget, affordable
- Yupoong 6089: snapback, flat peak
- Result Core R67X: bucket hat
Blank prices typically £3 to £8 each, depending on style.
Typical order scenarios
Team cap (25 units)
- Flexfit blank (£5) plus chest logo embroidery (£4)
- Unit: £9. Total: £225 plus digitising
Staff cap (10 units)
- AWDis blank (£4) plus 7cm logo (£3)
- Unit: £7. Total: £70
Brand drop (100 units)
- Dad cap blank (£4) plus 3D puff logo (£6)
- Unit: £10. Total: £1,000
Hen do beanies (12 units)
- Beechfield beanie (£4) plus small text (£2.50)
- Unit: £6.50. Total: £78
Lead time
- 1 to 25 units: 3 to 5 working days (existing file)
- New logo first order: 5 to 7 working days (includes digitising and sample)
- 100+ units: 7 to 10 working days
Same-day possible on up to 10 caps if we have the design file and blanks in stock.
Supplying your own caps
Yes, we print on customer-supplied caps. Print-only pricing applies. Common for brands with a specific cap supplier or imported blanks.
Bring 1 or 2 spare caps per 25 units for test stitches and sizing.
Avoid embroidery on these
- Waterproof or coated caps (needle holes compromise the waterproofing)
- Very thin knit beanies (distort badly)
- Paper or hemp sun hats (tear easily)
For these, use heat-applied vinyl or a pin badge instead.
Ordering
Email [email protected] with your logo, cap style preference, and quantity. We suggest the right cap blank and send a digitised proof before production.
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