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3D puff embroidery examples on caps and apparel

3D puff embroidery raises part of a design off the fabric by stitching over a layer of foam. The result is bold, dimensional lettering and logos that catch the light and stand out on caps, beanies and heavy apparel. The examples above include puff lettering, script, a monogram and a sports logo, all digitized for the puff process.

Puff digitizing is different from standard flat embroidery. The foam must be fully covered and the stitches must cut cleanly through it, so shapes are built with the right stitch direction, density and edge treatment. Fine detail does not work well in foam, so puff designs usually work best with thicker letters and simpler shapes, and artwork sometimes needs to be adjusted before it is digitized.

Puff is most often used for the main lettering or one key shape, combined with flat stitching for the details around it. If you are planning a cap or a bold logo, read about our 3D puff embroidery service, look at the hat embroidery gallery for more headwear work, or send your artwork for a quote.