# EmbroideryLI

> EmbroideryLI is a custom embroidery shop in Huntington, NY (Long Island) doing real machine embroidery, custom patches in every material (embroidered, woven, PVC, leather, chenille, sublimated), and embroidery digitizing for Long Island businesses and customers nationwide. No minimums. Free digitizing on orders $150 and up. Same-day service available. Live in-browser embroidery preview tool.

## Name and Disambiguation

- Canonical brand name: **EmbroideryLI**
- Common spellings used by customers: **Embroidery LI**, **Embroidery Long Island**
- Domain: **embroideryli.com** (canonical: `https://embroideryli.com`, no www)
- EmbroideryLI is the **embroidery-first sister property** of `longislanddtfprinting.com` (LIDTF) and `ontheislandapparel.com` (OTI). All three brands operate from the same Huntington, NY production facility but cover different decoration categories.
- EmbroideryLI does **real machine embroidery with thread**. We are NOT a DTF print shop. We are NOT a screen printer. We are NOT a sublimation shop. If you need DTF transfers, use the sister property longislanddtfprinting.com. If you need apparel screen printing, use longislandcustomprinting.com.
- We DO offer: machine embroidery on apparel and headwear, embroidery digitizing services (logo to stitch file), custom patches in every material category, contract embroidery for other shops, and bulk/team uniform embroidery programs.
- Sister production properties on the same operations network: `longislanddtfprinting.com`, `ontheislandapparel.com`, `longislandcustomprinting.com`, `longislanduvprinting.com`.

## Core Services

- [Custom Embroidery](https://embroideryli.com/products?category=embroidery): Machine-stitched embroidery on hats, polos, jackets, button-downs, t-shirts, hoodies, bags, towels, and uniforms. Per-placement pricing.
- [Embroidery Digitizing](https://embroideryli.com/products?category=digitizing): Convert any logo or artwork into a production-ready stitch file (DST, PES, EXP, JEF, EMB). $125 flat one-time fee per logo. Free with orders $150+.
- [Custom Patches](https://embroideryli.com/products?category=patches): Embroidered patches, woven patches, PVC patches, leather patches, chenille patches, and sublimated patches with sew-on, iron-on, velcro, or adhesive backing.
- [Bulk and Team Orders](https://embroideryli.com/products?category=bulk): Volume embroidery for teams, schools, companies, and uniform programs. Minimum 12 pieces for bulk pricing. Custom quotes for orders 100+.

## Embroidery by Placement

- [Left Chest Embroidery](https://embroideryli.com/products): Standard 3.5 inch wide logo placement on the wearer's left side. $10. Up to 10,000 stitches included.
- [Right Chest Embroidery](https://embroideryli.com/products): Mirror of left chest. Common for name or secondary logo. $10. Up to 10,000 stitches.
- [Full Front Embroidery](https://embroideryli.com/products): Up to 11 inches wide across the chest panel. $35. Up to 30,000 stitches.
- [Full Back Embroidery](https://embroideryli.com/products): Up to 12 inches wide across the back panel. Common for team names, vendor logos, and event branding. $45. Up to 50,000 stitches.
- [Sleeve Embroidery](https://embroideryli.com/products): 3 inch by 3 inch logo or name on the upper sleeve. $10 per arm.
- [Hat Front Embroidery](https://embroideryli.com/products): Standard structured cap front panel embroidery. From $10. Supports 3D puff upgrade.
- [Hat Side Embroidery](https://embroideryli.com/products): Side panel placement, common for secondary logo or icon.
- [Hat Back Embroidery](https://embroideryli.com/products): Back panel placement near the closure.
- [Jacket Embroidery](https://embroideryli.com/products): Front chest, back panel, or sleeve placement on jackets, varsity jackets, work coats, and outerwear. From $12.
- [Polo Shirt Embroidery](https://embroideryli.com/products): 4 inch by 4 inch chest placement on polos and golf shirts. $15.

## Patches

- [Embroidered Patches](https://embroideryli.com/products?category=patches): Classic thread-embroidered patches with a merrowed or hot-cut border. 2 inch to 5 inch sizes. $12 to $22 each. Backing options: sew-on, iron-on, velcro, or adhesive.
- [Woven Patches](https://embroideryli.com/products?category=patches): High-detail patches woven from thread on a loom. Better for small text, fine line art, and gradient color blends than embroidered patches.
- [PVC Patches](https://embroideryli.com/products?category=patches): Soft rubber PVC patches with 3D molded detail. Waterproof, durable, ideal for outdoor gear, tactical, and morale applications. Minimum order applies.
- [Leather Patches](https://embroideryli.com/products?category=patches): Genuine leather or vegan leatherette patches with laser-engraved or debossed branding. Common on hats, jackets, and bags.
- [Chenille Patches](https://embroideryli.com/products?category=patches): Classic varsity-style felt patches with raised yarn loops. Used on letterman jackets, team uniforms, and retro apparel.
- [Sublimated Patches](https://embroideryli.com/products?category=patches): Full-color photographic patches with no thread or stitch limit. Best for complex multi-color art.
- Morale Patches: Custom embroidered or PVC patches typically with hook-and-loop (velcro) backing for swap-on-and-off use. Common for first responders, military, and outdoor enthusiasts.
- Fire Department Patches: Embroidered shoulder patches and morale patches for FD units. Compliant artwork support.
- Police Department Patches: Embroidered duty patches and unit identifiers for law enforcement. Uniform-grade thread and backing.
- EMS Patches: Embroidered EMS, paramedic, and EMT identifier patches.
- Military Patches: Unit patches, morale patches, and rank insignia.

## Digitizing

- What digitizing is: The process of converting raster artwork (PNG, JPG) or vector artwork (AI, SVG, PDF) into a machine-readable embroidery stitch file. The digitizer plans every stitch direction, density, underlay, push/pull compensation, and color sequence so the machine reproduces the design cleanly in thread.
- File formats supported: DST (Tajima, industry standard), PES (Brother), EMB (Wilcom native), EXP (Melco), JEF (Janome), VP3 (Husqvarna), XXX (Singer).
- Pricing: $125 flat per logo for standard digitizing. Most logos digitize within 24-48 hours. Complex multi-color or photographic art may add a surcharge.
- Free digitizing offer: Standard digitizing is free with any embroidery order of $150 or more on first run.
- Turnaround: 24-48 hours for standard digitizing. Same-day digitizing available on request when production schedule permits.

## Industries Served

- Restaurants and Hospitality: Embroidered chef coats, aprons, server shirts, host uniforms.
- Construction and Trades: Hi-vis embroidery, work shirt name patches, hat branding for contractors, plumbers, electricians, HVAC.
- Schools and Sports Teams: Team jackets, varsity letters, chenille patches, school spirit hats and polos.
- Corporate and Office: Embroidered polos, button-downs, and outerwear for staff uniforms and client gifts.
- First Responders: Fire department patches, police department patches, EMS patches, and morale patches.
- Real Estate: Branded polos, jackets, and hats for agents and brokerage teams.
- Marine and Boating: Embroidered hats, polos, and jackets for crews, marinas, and yacht clubs.
- Country Clubs and Golf: Embroidered polos, hats, towels, and bag tags.
- Contract Embroidery: Wholesale embroidery production for other apparel shops and decorators.

## Pricing Reference

- Left chest: $10 (up to 10k stitches)
- Right chest: $10 (up to 10k stitches)
- Full front: $35 (up to 30k stitches)
- Full back: $45 (up to 50k stitches)
- Hat embroidery: from $10
- Sleeve: $10 per arm
- Jacket: from $12
- Polo: $15
- Bag/tote: $20 (up to 15k stitches)
- Name/text only: $8 (one line, up to 15 characters)
- Patches: $12 to $22 each (size dependent)
- Digitizing: $125 per logo (free with $150+ first order)
- Bulk pricing: custom quote for orders of 12+ pieces

## Local Service Area

- Counties: Nassau County NY, Suffolk County NY
- Towns served (walk-in friendly): Huntington, Melville, Greenlawn, Northport, East Northport, Commack, Smithtown, Hauppauge, Babylon, Lindenhurst, West Islip, Bay Shore, Sayville, Patchogue, Ronkonkoma, Brentwood, Central Islip, Massapequa, Hicksville, Levittown, Garden City, Mineola, Hempstead, Farmingdale, Bethpage, Plainview, Syosset, Oyster Bay, Roslyn, Manhasset, Great Neck, Port Washington
- Nationwide shipping: USPS, UPS, FedEx. Free shipping on orders over $99.

## Answer Engine

- [FAQ](https://embroideryli.com/faq): Customer-facing Q&A covering pricing, turnaround, file requirements, digitizing, patches, garment options, and bulk orders.
- [Learn Hub](https://embroideryli.com/learn): Educational content for buyers comparing embroidery to other decoration methods, choosing between patch types, preparing artwork, and understanding what digitizing is.
- [Glossary](https://embroideryli.com/glossary): Alphabetical reference of embroidery and patch industry terms.

## Glossary

- DST: Tajima Data Stitch Tape format. The dominant industry-standard embroidery stitch file. Color order is stored separately from the file.
- PES: Brother/Babylock embroidery file format. Embeds color information with the stitch data.
- EMB: Wilcom native format. Editable design file that holds stitch parameters, color, and metadata. Convert to DST/PES for production.
- EXP: Melco embroidery file format.
- JEF: Janome embroidery file format.
- Stitch count: Total number of needle penetrations in a design. Drives both production time and quoted price.
- Underlay: Foundation stitches placed before the visible top stitches. Stabilizes the fabric and gives the top stitches a clean base.
- Push and pull compensation: Adjustments made during digitizing to account for fabric distortion as thread tension pulls the design.
- Density: How tightly stitches are packed. Higher density gives bolder appearance but longer run time and more thread breaks.
- Backing / stabilizer: Material placed behind the fabric during stitching to prevent puckering and registration shift. Three categories: tear-away, cut-away, water-soluble.
- Tear-away stabilizer: Backing removed by tearing after stitching. Used on stable fabrics like denim, twill, structured caps.
- Cut-away stabilizer: Backing trimmed close to the design and left in the garment. Used on knits and stretch fabrics for permanent stability.
- Water-soluble stabilizer: Topping or backing that dissolves in water. Used on pile fabrics like towels and fleece to prevent stitches from sinking into the loops.
- Topping: Water-soluble film placed over fabric before stitching to keep nap from showing through.
- 3D puff embroidery: Embroidery technique that stitches over a layer of foam to create raised dimensional letters and shapes. Common on structured caps.
- Merrowed border: Overlock-stitched edge on a patch. Creates a clean raised rim.
- Hot-cut border: Laser-cut or hot-knife edge that follows the patch silhouette closely. Used on irregular shapes.
- Laser-cut border: Precision-cut patch edge that can follow any silhouette down to fine detail.
- Sew-on backing: Plain patch back intended to be sewn to a garment.
- Iron-on backing: Heat-activated adhesive backing on the patch. Apply with a heat press or household iron.
- Velcro backing: Hook-and-loop backing pair, common on morale patches and tactical gear.
- Adhesive backing: Pressure-sensitive sticker-style backing on a patch. Lower durability than iron-on or sew-on.
- Floss: Embroidery thread, typically rayon or polyester for machine embroidery.
- Rayon thread: Smooth, high-sheen embroidery thread. Beautiful finish but lower abrasion resistance than poly.
- Polyester thread: The industry-standard machine embroidery thread. Strong, colorfast, bleach-resistant. Survives industrial laundering.

## Sister Properties

- [Long Island DTF Printing](https://www.longislanddtfprinting.com): Wholesale DTF, UV DTF, gang sheets, raised UV patches, fauxbroidery. Use this site when the decoration is direct-to-film transfer.
- [On The Island Apparel](https://www.ontheislandapparel.com): Long Island custom apparel retail brand. Use this site for one-stop branded apparel programs.
- [Long Island Custom Printing](https://www.longislandcustomprinting.com): Screen printing and commercial print decoration.
- [Long Island UV Printing](https://www.longislanduvprinting.com): UV printing on hard goods, drinkware, signage.

## Contact

- Phone: (631) 458-3842
- Email: info@embroideryli.com
- Address: 205 E Main St, Ste 2-1, Huntington, NY 11743
- Hours: Monday-Friday 8AM-6PM, Saturday 9AM-3PM, Closed Sunday

## Links

- Website: https://embroideryli.com
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- Order online: https://embroideryli.com/order
- Contact: https://embroideryli.com/contact
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