Custom Logo Digitizing
In order for a logo to be embroidered, it must first be put into the proper format in a process
called digitizing. Embroidery companies charge a one-time fee for this service as it will
provide a digital format for a logo for all embroidery tasks performed in the future.
What and How?
To digitize, as it refers to embroidery is defined as "taking an image and using
an embroidery programs to turn it into an embroidery design a computerized machine can read and
sew". Before computers, embroidery was performed by punching the design into paper tape and using a
mechanical embroidery machine. It was a very inefficient method for embroidering. Now there are
several software programs that digitize logos for embroidery.
Why so costly?
Most cost efficient and stitch efficient.
These software programs are quite expensive because they provide a lot of functionality, allowing
the embroiderer to also edit the design and colors. Often times, logo designs are not embroidery
machine ready. The colors may need to be changed, or the design optimized in order to have a good
looking result.
Embroiderers must have years of experience with these programs to produce a good looking product.
There are several inexpensive programs that offer "scan and stitch" methods, but the result is very
poor. Digitizing is typically a one time fee paid to embroiderers, and though the cost is high, the
company is usually not making money off the service.
<b>Your digitized logo.</b> Be prepared to let the embroidery
companies do their job when turning in a logo for digitizing.
Often times, barley changing colors and design elements can enhance the look of the logo,
especially for the purposes of embroidery. There are several design elements that may look good on
paper, but simply don't work in embroidery. Avoid things like thin elements and color blending in
your logo for the best appearance.
That is what happens when your logo becomes digitized. The embroidery company
should always be on your side to produce the best looking logo at the most efficient price. By
using years of, embroiderers can turn your logo into an embroidery ready piece of art that can be
used for all items to come.
About the author:
Angela Oliver is a contributing author for <a href=" http://www.embroideryauthority.com/">Embroidery
Authority.com</a>, offering competitive pricing for all custom embroidered logos, apparel,
and accessories. Visit http://www.embroideryauthority.com/ for more information
about embroidery and <a href="http://www.embroideryauthority.com/embroidery_logo_digitizi
ng.htm">logo digitizing</a>.
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