Logo on workwear, club textiles and terry cloth
We embroider jackets, polos, shirts, caps, aprons and terry cloth. From 1 piece, so a latecomer does not wait for the group order. Made in Rottach-Egern.
Three cases that come in regularly
From the trades: workwear
Company logo on jacket, softshell and polo. On the first job we create the embroidery fileEmbroidery fileA logo is not yet an embroidery file. Digitising translates every area into stitch type, stitch direction and sequence — handwork, charged once. Common formats are DST, EXP, PES and EMB., every further garment then runs straight through.
From the inn: the apron
House logo on apron, chef jacket or towel. Terry cloth needs a different backingBackingA non-woven placed behind or over the fabric so it does not distort under the needle. On terry an additional water-soluble topping goes on top, otherwise the motif sinks into the loops. than cotton, so we stitch a sample first.
From the club: jerseys and caps
Crest on jersey, training jacket and cap. From 1 piece, with the name under the crest when the squad changes.
What embroidery is good for
Everywhere a print looks like nothing after twenty washes.
Workwear
Company logo on jackets, shirts and dungarees — it survives industrial laundry and daily use.
Club and team kit
Crest, place name, shirt number — on polos, sweatshirts, training jackets and caps.
Hospitality
Aprons, chef jackets, towels, bathrobes — premium and wash resistant.
Personalised gifts
A name on a bathrobe, a blanket or a sports bag — single pieces included.
Textile list
Not every garment carries every design. Fabric weight decides: a thin jersey shirt ripples under a large motif, a polo pique carries it without complaint. We tell you in advance what fits your garment.
| Garment | Suitability | Typical position | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polo shirt (pique, 200–250 gsm) | very good | left chest, sleeve, nape | the classic — stable enough without distortion |
| Shirt, blouse (poplin) | good | left chest, cuff | thin fabric needs backing, prefer fine motifs |
| Sweatshirt, hoodie (280–350 gsm) | very good | chest, large back | carries large motifs too |
| T-shirt (from 180 gsm) | conditional | small left chest | light jersey qualities ripple — 180 gsm upwards |
| Softshell and fleece jacket | very good | left chest, back | densely woven, an ideal base |
| Work jacket, dungarees (canvas) | very good | chest, back, leg pocket | robust fabrics, heavier thread |
| Cap, beanie | good | front, side, nape closure | curved front — motif max. 55 mm high |
| Apron, chef jacket | very good | chest, pouch pocket | boil-proof threads for 60 °C washing |
| Towel, bathrobe (terry) | good | border, corner | water-soluble topping needed, otherwise the motif sinks in |
| Sports bag, backpack | good | front, side pocket | lined areas have to be opened up |
| Felt, wool blanket | very good | corner, edge | names, initials |
| Rain jacket, coated nylon | limited | small chest | every stitch is a hole — waterproofing is lost |
Thread list
The thread decides how long the embroideryEmbroideryFinishing textiles with embroidered motifs or lettering, for example for workwear, merchandise or club apparel. Embroidery is durable and looks high-quality. tolinax offers embroidery as a service in… lasts and how it looks. For workwear we always use polyester — viscose has a nicer sheen but does not take industrial laundry.
| Thread | Properties | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| Polyester (standard) | chlorine- and boil-proof, lightfast, 60 °C | workwear, club and hospitality textiles |
| Viscose (rayon) | silky sheen, soft hand, 40 °C | premium shirts, gifts, fashion |
| Metallic thread | shiny, more delicate, 30 °C | accents, crests, event textiles |
| Neon polyester | signal colours, lightfast | safety and sportswear |
| Reflective thread | reflects in headlights | high-visibility and running wear |
Sizes and limits
| Position | Size | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Left chest | 70–100 mm wide | the standard for company logos |
| Centre chest | up to 200 mm wide | club crests, large lettering |
| Large back | up to 300 × 300 mm | the hoop size of our machine |
| Sleeve | 60–80 mm wide | second motif, number, year |
| Cap front | up to 120 × 55 mm | the curve limits the height |
| Minimum type height | 4 mm in capitals, 5 mm mixed case | below that letters blur |
| Minimum line width | 1 mm | thinner cannot be stitched |
| Number of colours | up to 12 needles without a changeover | more colours are possible but cost time |
Do you have your own garments? Bring them in — we embroider customer-supplied goods too. Two notes: on lined jackets the lining has to be opened and closed again, and for a first sample we need one piece to trial. Without that sample nobody embroiders a whole run responsibly.
File requirements
The most common misconception: a logo as a PDF is not yet an embroidery file. In between sits digitising — translating areas into stitches. It is a one-off effort, and afterwards the file is yours.
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Ready embroidery file | DST preferred, alternatively EXP, PES, JEF or EMB — then we stitch directly |
| Logo for digitising | Vector: SVG, AI, EPS or PDF. At a pinch a PNG at ≥ 1000 pixels wide |
| What digitising means | A logo is not an embroidery file. Every area is translated into stitch direction, stitch type and sequence — that is handwork and is charged once |
| One-off digitising | Charged the first time only. The file is then yours and every repeat order is pure stitching time |
| Intended size | Always state it — an embroidery file does not scale freely, each size needs its own version |
| Colours | Please give thread numbers (Madeira, Isacord) or Pantone. We approximate RGB values |
| Type | As vector or with the font named. Serifs and script need more height |
| Gradients and photos | Not stitchable. We simplify the motif into solid areas — with your approval |
| Stitch countStitch countThe sum of all needle penetrations in an embroidery design. It determines machine time and therefore almost the entire price. A chest logo typically runs between 4,000 and 12,000 stitches. | Drives the price. A chest logo typically runs 4,000–12,000 stitches |
| First sample | For runs from 20 pieces we stitch a sample for approval first |
The recurring mistake in embroidery jobs: a logo with a gradient or fine type. A needle cannot sew a gradient, and lettering under 5 mm high turns illegible. We say so beforehand and propose a stitched version. Bring a sample garment as well, on the finished piece you see at once whether thread and fabric match.
Frequently asked questions about embroidery
It is charged once, on the first order with that motif at that size. Afterwards the embroidery file is yours — every repeat order costs only stitching time and the garment. If you later need the same logo markedly larger, a new version is required, because stitch density and detail change with size.
One piece. The only fixed item is digitising; after that only stitching time counts. So a single polo shirt with an existing file is well worth it.
Yes, gladly. Please bring one piece more than you need — for the first sample. On lined jackets we have to open and reclose the lining; we say so beforehand. We cannot be liable for damage to customer-supplied goods, which is exactly why we sample first.
About 4 mm height in capitals, 5 mm in mixed case — below that letters blur because the needle needs a minimum width. Serifs and script need a little more. We tell you in advance whether your lettering stays legible at the size you want.
With polyester thread yes — it is chlorine- and boil-proof and does not fade. Viscose looks nicer but only takes domestic washing up to 40 degrees. For workwear we therefore always use polyester.
Not directly — thread knows no gradients. We simplify the motif into solid areas and show you the design before stitching. For photographs and very fine detail a print or a flex filmFlex filmA polyurethane film that is cut, weeded and pressed onto textiles with a heat press. Thin and stretchable, it follows the fabric and suits shirt numbers and fine contours. is often the better choice — and we will say so.
Send the logo and the garment.
Motif, intended position, size and quantity are enough — you get the price and the stitch count up front.
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