| Tips On Designing & Producing Crests
Embroidered crests have many uses and can be sewn onto virtually
anything. While widely used for uniform identification in associations
such as fire departments and Scouts Canada we have also produced
them as gifts for wedding attendees. Your imagination is virtually
the limit for their uses and design. The price of an embroidered
crest is based on many things. There are too may variables to be
able to produce a price list. If you know the size, backing, approximate
stitch coverage, number of colours, when they are needed and how
many you are looking for we can give you a quote. The information
below will help you determine these details.
Size
We can produce any size crest you are looking for. There is no extra
cost for irregular shapes. The overall size of a crest is based
on maximum length plus the maximum width divided in half. For example
a crest 4” high by 2” wide would be 3” overall
in size. On average a camp crest is about 3” overall.
Backing
All quotes include a wax paper backing unless otherwise
specified. This is what would be on the back of the crest when you
turn it over. There are other backings available at an additional
cost depending on what you would like and how large the crest is.
The possible backings are fleece, plastic, velcro and glue. If this
is a uniform crest or it is cut to shape you may consider adding
plastic backing for stability.
Stitch Coverage
This is the area of background fabric covered by the letters
and design. The levels are <50%, <80%, 80-90% and 100% stitch.
Number of Colours
You can have up to 7 regular colors of thread in the design
at no extra charge. The background fabric and border (in regular
shaped crests) do not count as part of the 7 threads. Other threads
colours available are neon, glow in the dark, UV and metallic (gold
or silver). These threads are considered specialty and do cost slightly
more depending on the amount of area covered.
Delivery
We require 20 working days from the final okay of the design.
A RUSH order is available at a charge of 10% more for 3 week, 25%
more for 2 weeks and 50% for 1 week. There is no absolute delivery
guarantee on RUSH orders. Regular delivery shipping cost is $12.00
for under 500 pieces and $20.00 for over 500 pieces. This price
is for orders with regular delivery within North America. RUSH shipping
would be extra and is based on the weight of the package and delivery
destination.
Quantity
The minimum crest order is 50 pieces. You can order any
number you require provided it is over 50 pieces. If you need 85
pieces that would be fine but keep in mind it may be cheaper to
order 100 due to the price break.
Sending Art
We do not require you to send vector artwork. Any kind
of direction that includes a small sketch will be fine. We realize
that many people art not artistically inclined and don't want to
attempt to draw their own crest. If you can just indicate where
you would like things to layout as well as lettering with correct
spelling, this would be sufficient. We work on PC, mainly in Corel
Draw. We can accept any PC based file format.
Once we understand exactly what you are looking for, we will promptly
give you a proper quote. We specialize in customized design, and
are unsurpassed in our delivery time. We also have the ability to
directly embroider or silk screen any design onto garments, towels,
hats and much more! Contact us for catalogues of available clothing.
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