Embroidery (POD)

Embroidery decorates a product by stitching thread directly into the fabric instead of printing ink. In POD it's offered on hats, beanies, polos, hoodies and totes, and it commands higher prices because it looks and feels premium and durable.

Embroidery suits simple, bold designs — logos, text, small icons — rather than detailed or full-color artwork, since each thread color and stitch adds cost and complexity. It's a strong way to differentiate a POD shop and lift margins on products where printed designs are commoditized.