Hire the Best Embroidery Specialists

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Ankit V.

Ludhiana, India

$20/hr
5.0
15 jobs

I recently joined Upwork, but I bring 17+ years of experience in: ๐Ÿงต Embroidery Digitizing | ๐ŸŽจ Vector Illustration | ๐Ÿ‘— Apparel Design With a strong foundation as an embroidery operator in a garment accessories factory, I developed deep expertise in both embroidery and digitizing. I specialize in solving production issues such as thread breaks, puckering and design optimization by combining technical precision with artistic stitch logic. Iโ€™ve created designs for Disney, Harley Davidson, Tesla Merchandise, Printify, and supported 800+ fast & sustainable fashion brands worldwide. ๐Ÿงต Embroidery & Digitizing โ˜‘ Logos for left chest, caps, uniforms โ˜‘ 3D puff, appliquรฉ, chenille โ˜‘ Sequins, beads, pearls, tufting, lace embroideries, coloreel (special device attachments on machines) โ˜‘ In-the-hoop designs, keyfobs, soft toys,etc. โ˜‘ Mixed embroidery + print techniques ๐ŸŽจ Vector Artwork โ˜‘ Raster-to-vector conversions โ˜‘ Logo redraws โ˜‘ Spot-color separations (screen printing) โ˜‘ Apparel mockups (press-ready) Beyond technical digitizing, I also possess deep knowledge of fashion aesthetics, especially streetwear, sportswear, luxury branding, and wearable graphic design. I specialize in translating concepts, sketches, and even AI-generated artwork into production-friendly wearable art for embroidery, screen printing, DTF, DTG, patches, and premium apparel applications. ๐Ÿ‘— Apparel & Fashion Design My experience includes developing graphics and production artwork for: โ˜‘ Streetwear brands โ˜‘ Sportswear collections โ˜‘ Hats & Beanies โ˜‘ Embroidery patches โ˜‘ Hoodies & sweatshirts โ˜‘ T-shirts & oversized apparel โ˜‘ Fashion accessories & merchandise Because I understand both design and production limitations, I create artwork that not only looks visually premium but also works efficiently for real manufacturing processes. ๐Ÿ’ป Tech I use: โ˜‘ Software: Wilcom, Tajima Pulse, Melco, Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Photoshop, CLO3D โ˜‘ Formats: DST, PES, EXP, JEF, VIP, XXX, HUS, EMB, PXF, OFM, AI, EPS, SVG, PDF, DXF, CDR, etc. ๐Ÿ‘— Additional Expertise โ˜‘ 3D Visualization & Tech Packs (CLO3D, grading, specs, factory-ready docs) โ˜‘ Collection Development (trend research, fabric & color boards, fashion illustrations) โ˜‘ Prototyping (first sample management, manufacturer coordination) ๐ŸŒŸ Why Work With Me โ˜‘ 17+ years of experience as an embroidery digitizer and vector design specialist โ˜‘ Deep knowledge of embroidery, screen print, DTF, DTG, laser machines & plotters โ˜‘ Files that run smoothly on machines & print flawlessly โ˜‘ Keep experimenting new fashion trends in Apparel Manufacturing โ˜‘ Fast turnaround: 2โ€“24 hrs (I have my small team of 6 to support bulk orders) โ˜‘ Optional HD test samples of actual embroidery ๐Ÿš€ Letโ€™s Work Together From a simple logo to full design-to-production solutions, I deliver consistent, reliable, factory-ready results. When you work with me, you donโ€™t just hire a freelancer; you gain a trusted digitizing partner. ๐ŸŒฑ

  • Embroidery
  • Embroidery Digitization
  • Wilcom Embroidery Digitization
  • Wilcom EmbroideryStudio
  • Vector Tracing
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • CorelDRAW
  • Vector Art
  • Vector Graphic
  • High-Res Raster
  • SVG
Osama A.

Karachi, Pakistan

$5/hr
5.0
36 jobs

Expert Embroidery Digitizer & Patch Manufacturer (10+ Years) Transforming artwork into flawless, production-ready embroidery and premium custom patches with precision and attention to detail. ๐Ÿงต Embroidery Digitizing: 3D Puff, Caps, Left Chest, Jackets, Appliquรฉ & Logos ๐Ÿ“ Formats: DST, PES, EMB, XXX, JEF, PXF, CND, EXP ๐ŸŽจ Vector Artwork: AI, EPS, SVG, PDF, PNG ๐Ÿท๏ธ Custom Patch Manufacturing: Embroidery, PVC, Chenille, Leather, Sublimation & Merrow Border Patches with Heat Press, Velcro, or Sew-On backing. Fast turnaround, clean stitch-outs, premium-quality patches, and production-ready files trusted by brands worldwide.

  • Embroidery
  • Graphic Design
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Wilcom Embroidery Digitization
  • CorelDRAW
  • Vector Tracing
  • Custom Video
  • T-Shirt Design
  • Laser Engraving
  • Logo Design
  • PNG
  • Embroidery Digitization
  • Wilcom EmbroideryStudio
  • Fabric Digitization
Duyen N.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

$10/hr
5.0
377 jobs

Greetings, If you are looking for an embroidery digitizer who can convert your logo into DST, PES, JEF, ART, EXP, HUS... or any embroidery formats, then you find the right place and right one. Why choose me: 1. Expert in all kinds of embroidery: custom embroidery, applique, 3D puff, small letters. 2. Fast turn around: 2 - 3 hours or 24 hours max depending each logo. 3. Free edit or rush order without any extra charge. 4. Quickly and high quality. 5. Affordable price and professional customer support. 6. Also can do full font or BX file for font. 7. Create ESA for embroidery letters. What I need: 1. Your image in jpeg, png, ai, pdf or any format. 2. The size or the placement of the logo. I'm looking forward to serve you with my best services and looking for buiding long-term business with you. Please feel free to contact me. Kind regards, Jessica

  • Embroidery
  • Embroidery Digitization
  • Wilcom EmbroideryStudio
  • Wilcom Embroidery Digitization
Osama Mir K.

Karachi, Pakistan

$5/hr
5.0
10 jobs

Embroidery Digitizer | Vector Artist | Apparel Graphics & Print Production Specialist Most freelancers can convert a file. I help clients take an idea, sketch, logo, low-resolution image, or even a rough concept and turn it into production-ready artwork for embroidery, apparel printing, and commercial manufacturing. With professional experience in Wilcom Embroidery Studio, Ink/Stitch, Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, and Adobe Photoshop, I work with embroidery shops, apparel brands, print companies, promotional product businesses, and creative agencies worldwide. My work goes beyond simple file conversion. Whether you need a logo digitized for embroidery, a low-quality image redrawn as vector artwork, a DTF-ready design, screen print color separations, or a completely new illustration created from scratch, I can handle the entire process from concept to final production files. Embroidery Services: โ€ข Logo Digitizing โ€ข Cap & Hat Digitizing โ€ข 3D Puff Embroidery โ€ข Left Chest Logos โ€ข Jacket Back Designs โ€ข Patches & Appliquรฉ โ€ข Custom Embroidery Artwork โ€ข Wilcom EMB Files โ€ข Ink/Stitch Editable SVG Files โ€ข DST, PES, EXP, JEF, VP3, HUS and more Vector & Print Services: โ€ข Logo to Vector Conversion โ€ข Image to Vector Recreation โ€ข Manual Vector Tracing โ€ข Adobe Illustrator Artwork โ€ข CorelDRAW Vector Design โ€ข Print-Ready Artwork โ€ข DTF Print Files โ€ข Screen Print Artwork โ€ข Color Separations โ€ข Sublimation Designs โ€ข Vinyl Cutting Files โ€ข Large Format Printing Files โ€ข AI, EPS, SVG, PDF, CDR, DXF Creative Design Services: โ€ข Custom Illustration โ€ข Apparel Graphics โ€ข T-Shirt Designs โ€ข Brand Graphics โ€ข Merchandise Artwork โ€ข Concept Development โ€ข Design Recreation & Enhancement Why Clients Work With Me: โœ” 100% Manual Digitizing & Vector Recreation โœ” Production-Ready Files โœ” Fast Turnaround โœ” Strong Understanding of Embroidery & Printing Requirements โœ” Experience with Both Small and Large Format Production โœ” Clear Communication โœ” Long-Term Support โœ” Trial Projects Available I understand the difference between artwork that looks good on a screen and artwork that actually works in production. Whether your project is going on an embroidery machine, a DTF printer, a screen-printing press, or large-format commercial printing equipment, I create files that are built for real-world production. If you have an idea, sketch, logo, or image, send it over and I'll help you turn it into a professional result.

  • Embroidery
  • Illustration
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Embroidery Digitization
  • Wilcom Embroidery Digitization
  • Wilcom EmbroideryStudio
  • Print-on-Demand
  • Hat & Cap
  • T-Shirt Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Vector File Format
  • Vector Graphic
  • Vector Tracing
  • Vector Art
  • Inkscape
Muhammad B.

Lahore, Pakistan

$20/hr
4.7
394 jobs

โšก Top Rated Plus Embroidery Digitizing & Vector Tracing Studio | Flawless 2-Hour Express Delivery for Commercial Print Shops & Apparel Brands. Are you tired of poorly digitized files that cause thread breaks, bird nesting, and needle snaps? or blurry artwork logos that ruin your screen printing and vinyl production? As a provider with 15+ years of experience, I lead an elite production studio built for extreme speed and commercial precision. We combine technical mastery with massive team capacity to ensure your embroidery machines, screen printers, and vinyl cutters run flawlessly without a single minute of wasted shop downtime. โšก The Express 2-Hour Advantage: Because we operate globally with a dedicated production team, we offer an ultra-fast 2-Hour Minimum Turnaround for urgent digitizing and vector tracing orders. Send us your rough sketches or blurry logos, and your production-ready files will be in your inbox before your production line even sets up. Our Core B2B Services (All Fabrics & Formats): Commercial Embroidery Digitizing: Left chest uniforms, small lettering adjustments, 3D puff cap pathing, jacket backs, and custom appliquรฉ patches manually punched in Wilcom software. High-Precision Vector Tracing & Conversion: Manual redraws of low-resolution, blurry .JPG or .PNG images into high-quality, scalable vector files ready for screen printing, sublimation, engraving, and promotional merchandise. Technical Precision You Can Rely On: For Embroidery: Every design is optimized with precise underlay, stitch density, and pull-compensation tailored to your specific fabric (pique cotton, hoodies, or performance activewear) to prevent fabric puckering. For Vector Graphics: Zero auto-tracing tools used. We manually recreate artwork using clean anchor points, exact geometric lines, and perfect color separations so your artwork prints crystal clear at any scale. Compatible File Formats Delivered: Embroidery Formats: DST, EMB, PES, JEF, EXP, HUS, VP3, PXF (Compatible with Tajima, Barudan, Brother, Melco, and Happy machines). Vector & Graphic Formats: AI, EPS, SVG, PDF, High-Res Print-Ready PNG/JPG. What Your Business Can Expect: โœ” Ultra-fast 2-hour rush delivery for your daily shop emergencies. โœ” High-volume agency capacity to easily handle 20 to 50+ logos and vectors per week. โœ” Zero machine or production downtime, saving your shop thread, fabric, and labor costs. โœ” 100% Free unlimited edits until your end-customer is fully satisfied. Letโ€™s keep your embroidery machines spinning, your print shop running smoothly, and your production margins profitable. Send me a message today, and letโ€™s start a reliable, long-term partnership! Best regards, Muhammad

  • Embroidery
  • Fashion & Beauty
  • Clothing & Merchandise Design
  • T-Shirt Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Wilcom Embroidery Digitization
  • Embroidery Digitization
  • Wilcom EmbroideryStudio
  • Versatile Logo Design
  • Fabric Digitization
  • Hat & Cap
  • Hat, Gloves & Scarf
Kseniia M.

Sumy, Ukraine

$12/hr
5.0
44 jobs

If you have an idea for embroidery, then I am a specialist who will help you with digitization. I can create for you any embroidery format file for any embroidery machine. To digitize the embroidery I use Wilcom e.4.2. My programs are embroidered easily and quickly. In the portfolio you can see the finished embroidered products. Feel free to ask me questions about embroidery, I will be happy to help you. I believe that only what is done with skill and soul deserves to be left.

  • Embroidery
  • Logo Design
  • CorelDRAW
  • Embroidery Digitization
  • Wilcom Embroidery Digitization
  • Wilcom EmbroideryStudio
  • Adobe Photoshop Elements

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How to Hire Top Embroidery Specialists

How to hire embroidery specialists

Looking for ways to decorate your pillow covers, blankets, and clothing? An embroidery specialist can help you embellish and ornament your textile goods. 

So how do you hire embroidery specialists? What follows are some tips for finding top embroidery specialists on Upwork. 

How to shortlist embroidery professionals

As youโ€™re browsing available embroidery consultants, it can be helpful to develop a shortlist of the contractors you may want to interview. You can screen profiles on criteria such as:

  • Art direction. You want an embroidery specialist whose artistic style matches the aesthetic of your product.
  • Project experience. Screen candidate profiles for specific skills and experience (e.g., digitizing embroidery designs with Wilcom Hatch).
  • Feedback. Check reviews from past clients for glowing testimonials or red flags that can tell you what itโ€™s like to work with a particular embroidery specialist.

How to write an effective embroidery job post

With a clear picture of your ideal embroidery specialist in mind, itโ€™s time to write that job post. Although you donโ€™t need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for a contractor to know if theyโ€™re the right fit for the project. 

An effective embroidery job post should include: 

  • Scope of work: From embroidery to digitization, list all the deliverables youโ€™ll need. 
  • Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project. 
  • Background: If you prefer experience with certain textiles, industries, or software, mention this here. 
  • Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.

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EMBROIDERY SPECIALISTS FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is embroidery? 

Embroidery is the art of decorating fabrics and other materials with needle and thread. Threads or yarns of different colors can be woven into cloth to create designs and patterns while simultaneously reinforcing the fabric. 

Hereโ€™s a quick overview of the skills you should look for in embroidery consultants:

  • Embroidery
  • Embroidery digitization
  • Sewing
  • Fashion illustration
  • Arts and crafts

Why hire embroidery specialists?

The trick to finding top embroidery specialists is to identify your needs. Are you looking for a fashion designer with experience embroidering 19th-century costumes? Or is your goal to digitize an embroidery design for mass production? The cost of your project will depend largely on your scope of work and the specific skills needed to bring your project to life. 

How much does it cost to hire an embroidery specialist?

Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.

  • An experienced embroidery specialist may command higher fees but also work faster, have more-specialized areas of expertise, and deliver higher-quality work.
  • A contractor who is still in the process of building a client base may price their embroidery services more competitively. 

Which one is right for you will depend on the specifics of your project.