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Top-Quality Embroidery Digitizing with 24-Hour Turnaround
The Print Plug offers top-quality professional embroidery digitizing services. We are located in Nampa, Idaho and we offer 24-hour turnaround, the lowest digitizing rates in town, and even free digitizing on select embroidery orders.
Whether you need a new design digitized or adjustments made to an existing .DST file, our expert team ensures crisp, clean embroidery results every time.
Call The Print Plug today to learn how our 5-star team can help convert your images into embroidery-ready files.
WHAT IS DIGITIZING?
DIGITIZING EXPLAINED
Learn What it Takes to Convert an Image to Embroidery-Ready Files
Embroidery digitizing is the process of converting artwork, logos, or designs into a stitch file that embroidery machines can read. Whether you need a business logo, team emblem, or a custom design embroidered onto garments, high-quality digitizing ensures a clean, professional finish.
This procedure is not automated; proficient digitizing is considered an art form when executed accurately. Most machines are equipped with their own software, enabling us to manipulate their functions through instructions inside the digitized file.
It's important to note that embroidery machines cannot read the same file types as computers do. Therefore, before they can carry out their tasks, your logo must be digitized in a way that these machines can comprehend.
From the perspective of an embroidery digitizer, this typically involves taking a customer's company logo or artwork in formats like JPG or PNG and converting it into an embroidery file. The type of embroidery file depends on the specific embroidery machine in use.
At The Print Plug, we specialize in fast, precise embroidery digitizing with same-day turnaround available on weekdays. We also offer free digitizing on select orders and the most competitive digitizing rates in Nampa and beyond. Our expert digitizers provide up to three free revisions, ensuring your design is optimized for the best embroidery results.
CUSTOM EMBROIDERY DIGITIZING
EXAMPLES
THE BASIC STEPS OF
PROFESSIONAL DIGITIZING
How Embroidery Digitizing Works: Step-by-Step
Digitizing an embroidery design requires skill, experience, and specialized software. Below are the key steps involved in creating a high-quality digitized embroidery file:
Step 1: Uploading & Preparing the Artwork
Your design is uploaded into professional digitizing software, where we analyze details such as size, complexity, and fabric type. Some designs may need simplification or adjustment to ensure the best embroidery outcome.
Step 2: Setting the Design Size
Embroidery works best when the right size is chosen. Small details may not translate well when embroidered, so our experts adjust the artwork as needed to preserve clarity and sharpness.
Step 3: Selecting Stitch Types
Not all areas of a design are stitched the same way. Based on the fabric type and design complexity, we assign different stitch types:
- Satin Stitches – Best for text, borders, and smooth line work.
- Fill Stitches – Ideal for larger areas that need full coverage.
- Run Stitches – Used for fine details or lightweight embroidery.
Step 4: Setting Stitch Direction & Density
The way stitches are angled affects how they lay on fabric. Our digitizers adjust stitch direction, density, and tension to ensure the best possible embroidery outcome while minimizing fabric distortion.
Step 5: Assigning Thread Colors
We match thread colors to your artwork using industry-standard embroidery thread charts. If requested, we can adjust colors for contrast, visibility, or brand consistency.
Step 6: Saving & Transferring the Digitized File
Once the file is finalized, it is saved in the correct format for your embroidery machine. We ensure the file is optimized for the smoothest production run.
Embroidery Digitizing File Formats
We provide digitized embroidery files compatible with all major embroidery machines, including:
.DST – Tajima embroidery machines .EXP – Melco embroidery machines .JEF – Janome embroidery machines .KWK – Brother embroidery machines .DSB – Barudan embroidery machines .TAP – Happy embroidery machines
Need a different file format? Let us know, and we’ll convert it for you!
How to Prepare Your Artwork for Digitizing
Some designs need adjustments before they can be successfully digitized for embroidery. Our expert digitizers will:
Resize small text and simplify complex graphics for better stitch clarity. Remove unnecessary outlines and fine details that won’t translate well into embroidery. Adjust design elements to enhance visibility on fabric. Suggest color changes for better contrast and brand consistency.
Not sure if your logo is ready? Upload your design, and we’ll evaluate it for free!
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Get Fast, Affordable Embroidery Digitizing at The Print Plug!
At The Print Plug, we provide professional embroidery digitizing with fast turnaround times, budget-friendly pricing, and top-tier quality. Whether you're an embroidery shop needing bulk digitizing or a business looking to personalize apparel, we’ve got you covered.
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