Your Embroidery Digitization Guide

Embroidery digitization is the process of converting designs into embroideryfiles so that you can sew with them. The digitized design defines the path of the needles as well as telling your embroidery machine which thread to use and what color it should be.

What does embroidery digitization mean?

The digitization process is not automated and requires a lot of detail and knowledge. When done correctly, embroidery digitization is considered an art form. Most embroidery machines have embroidery software that controls the design process and controls functions by reading instructions from digitized files.

Embroidery machines cannot read and decrypt file types that computers can read, so designs need to be digitized into file types that embroidery machines can understand and read. The digitizer or embroidery designer must convert the JPG or PNG files of the client's company logo or graphic design into embroidery files. Simply put, embroidery digitization is the process of using digitizing software to create a machine embroidery design file, which contains a set of instructions and commands that tell the embroidery machine how to sew the final design on a garment.

While the process may sound simple, embroidery digitizes a lot more than the eye sees. It's like painting with pins, and similar to painting, certain rules apply to digitizing. Digitizing is all about choosing the right stitch type and stitch direction. It's about knowing stitch count and thread breakage.

Digitization of embroidery or logo digitization involves converting any graphic design into stunning embroidery stitches that can be reproduced on any fabric or garment. Digital embroidery is completely different from screen printing. Screen printing is about graphic design, while embroidery is about stitching. Digital embroidery depends on a specific embroidery machine, corresponding digital software and a professional embroidery digitizer.

Both methods can be used to print or create custom merchandise or promotional materials for businesses. Whether you want to screen print or digitally embroider your items, you have a choice.

What can be digitized? What is the embroidery digitization process?

You can digitize any type of vector or image into your own custom embroidery designs. Whether it's a simple kid's drawing or a company logo or any complex design, they can be digitized. A professional embroidery digitization service provider can help digitize any design you want and embroider it on any garment or merchandise you want.

If you want to embroider a custom embroidered logo on hats, t-shirts, jackets or other apparel, the first step is to create a logo for your business. You can draw your logo on paper or professionally design it in software. Once the logo is ready, send the design with embroidery requirements to the digitizer. It is important to mention details such as the size of the logo, whether you want 3d puff embroidery or non-3d, what is the embroidery machine format, etc. Once the digitizer receives the details, they will use a special embroidery machine and software to convert the logo or design into digital embroidery.

Our experienced designers and digitizers can transform any intricate design into a detailed embroidery piece. Not only do we work on simple logos, we also create complex designs with high stitch counts. We pay great attention and focus on the smallest details, ensuring the digital files are of the best quality.