Issue link: https://docs.hic.us/i/403552
When possible the design should be punched so that it sews from the lowest point upward. Physically, the bill of the cap forms a straight line along the bottom of the crown. Any embroidery that is near this point needs to be as straight and neat as possible, otherwise, the flaws will be very obvious. With complex designs, the chance of poor registration and substandard quality increases with every stitch, so it's preferable to have the portion of the design with the best quality (the beginning) at the closest point to the bill. Digitize Each Element Completely When possible each section of the design should be digitized completely, and as one unit. For example, if you have three filled letters with satin borders (separate color) it should be digitized to sew in the following order: fill/border, fill/border, fill/border – with the middle letter being sewn first. Of course this adds more color changes, but for caps, the quality will be much better. Conclusion Cap Embroidery doesn't need to cause an anxiety attack. Just like everything else in this business, it takes some experimentation to get comfortable with the process. The key is to understand the elements and develop a method that suits your shop. Then it becomes a matter of adhering to your plans. Don't let the customer talk you into something that's outside of the parameters for quality cap embroidery, like a 3" high design on a low profile cap. Set your standards and stick to them! www.hsi.us care@hsi.us 206