Start with the best version of the logo
An original vector file, such as an SVG, EPS, or vector PDF, can provide clear shapes for artwork review. A high-quality PNG or JPG may also help show the intended design. The quote form's accepted upload types still apply; if your original file is not accepted, contact the business about how to share it.
Avoid sending only a tiny screenshot, a blurry social-media image, or a photograph of a logo at an angle when a clearer original exists. If that is all you have, explain it in the request so the artwork can be reviewed before you assume it is ready for stitching.
A picture of a logo is different from stitch instructions
Embroidery digitizing creates a plan the machine can stitch. It accounts for elements such as stitch paths, density, and underlay rather than simply saving a picture with a new file extension. The garment, design size, and placement influence how that plan should be prepared.
If you already have an embroidery file, mention its format and the item it was originally made for. A design prepared for a flat shirt should not automatically be treated as ready for a cap or a different finished size. File compatibility and suitability still need review.
Review lettering, detail, and contrast
Tiny text, thin lines, gradients, and tightly packed details can be difficult to reproduce clearly in thread. A simplified embroidery version may work better at a small chest or hat size. Discuss any adjustment before approval so the recognizable parts of the brand remain intact.
Send the correct wording, spelling, and preferred colors. If you have official brand color references, include them, while recognizing that available embroidery thread is a physical material rather than a screen color. Review thread choices against the garment color so the design is easy to see.
Send the artwork together with the order details
The same artwork can look different on a cap, polo, jacket, or tote because the usable area and construction change. Include the item style, quantity, proposed placement, preferred size if known, and needed-by date with the logo. These details make the review more useful than an isolated file.
If you are matching a previous order, send a photo and any approved artwork reference you have. Ask about preparation, costs, and the approval process before production. Swecker's Embroidery can review the request for Cabot pickup or U.S. shipping.
- Original artwork or the clearest reference
- Exact spelling and preferred thread colors
- Item style and garment color
- Requested logo location and approximate size
- Quantity and needed-by date