{"product_id":"custom-embroidered-flag","title":"Custom Embroidered Flags | Custom Stitched Logo \u0026 Crest Flags, Made-To-Order","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"embroidered-flags-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCustom Embroidered Flags: Your Crest, Stitched in Thread\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn embroidered flag isn't printed and it isn't cut from fabric panels. Your design is \u003cstrong\u003estitched directly into the flag\u003c\/strong\u003e with thousands of thread stitches, so every line, letter and border has real texture. Gold thread catches the light, edges stand slightly raised, and a crest looks the way it would on a dress uniform. It's the traditional finish for ceremonial, military and organizational flags where detail and dignity matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is an Embroidered Flag?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmbroidery is a stitching method. We convert your artwork into a stitch file (this is called \u003cem\u003edigitizing\u003c\/em\u003e), then an embroidery machine sews it into the flag fabric one thread color at a time. Dense satin stitches fill the shapes, finer stitches draw the outlines and lettering, and a clean border stitch finishes the edge of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause thread sits on the surface, the crest has depth you can see and feel, which is why embroidery is the standard for unit crests, seals, academy and club emblems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEmbroidered vs. Appliqué vs. Printed: Which Flag Do You Actually Need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEmbroidered\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAppliqué (Sewn)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrinted (Dye-Sublimated)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow it's made\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThread stitched directly into the fabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFabric panels cut and sewn in layers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInk printed into the fabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFine lines, lettering and borders, within a four-color palette\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBold shapes, limited colors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhotographic, unlimited colors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaised, dimensional, ceremonial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLayered fabric, heirloom-grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat, lightweight, vivid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrests, seals, ceremonial and display flags\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong-term outdoor flying\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvents, indoor use, detailed art\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLead time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLonger; artwork is digitized and proofed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLonger; hand-assembled\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFaster turnaround\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCost\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChoose embroidery if\u003c\/strong\u003e your design has fine lines or lettering and you want a raised, ceremonial finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose \u003ca href=\"\/products\/custom-applique-flag\"\u003eappliqué\u003c\/a\u003e if\u003c\/strong\u003e your design is bold and simple and the flag will fly outdoors for years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/custom-flags\"\u003eprinted flags\u003c\/a\u003e if\u003c\/strong\u003e your design is photographic or you need it fast and affordable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow We Make Your Embroidered Flag\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign review.\u003c\/strong\u003e We look at your artwork and tell you straight how it will translate to thread. Embroidery needs a reduced color palette and simplified detail, and we'll show you exactly what that means for your design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigitize \u0026amp; proof.\u003c\/strong\u003e Your artwork is converted into a stitch file. You receive a digital proof of the stitched design to approve before anything is sewn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStitch.\u003c\/strong\u003e The crest is embroidered into the flag fabric, one thread color at a time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish \u0026amp; reinforce.\u003c\/strong\u003e Edges are hemmed and the hoist gets a reinforced canvas heading with brass grommets or a pole sleeve, as selected in the options.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuality check.\u003c\/strong\u003e Every flag is inspected before it ships.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Embroidered Flags Are Perfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMilitary \u0026amp; veteran units:\u003c\/strong\u003e unit crests, guidons and ceremonial colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGovernment, civic \u0026amp; academic seals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganizations, clubs \u0026amp; fraternal groups:\u003c\/strong\u003e a crest that looks as sharp up close as it does from across the room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCeremonial, memorial \u0026amp; presentation flags:\u003c\/strong\u003e flags made to be displayed and kept\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor and protected display:\u003c\/strong\u003e halls, offices, lobbies and parade use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign Guidelines: Plan for Thread\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThread behaves differently from ink, so the best embroidered designs use:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUp to four thread colors\u003c\/strong\u003e on the standard flag. Need exact brand or unit colors? Send the reference and we'll match the closest thread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClear outlines and solid fills\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than gradients or shading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLettering that is not tiny:\u003c\/strong\u003e very small text blurs into the thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA vector file\u003c\/strong\u003e (.AI, .EPS or .SVG) if you have one, otherwise a clear high-resolution image\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotographic detail, gradients and dozens of colors belong on a printed flag. Not sure which route suits your design? Send it over and we'll advise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSizes, Materials \u0026amp; Pricing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3x5ft (91x152cm) is the standard size. Other sizes, such as 33x55in or 4x6ft, are made to order: ask us for a quote.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e heavyweight nylon or polyester. Cotton and satin are available on request.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePricing:\u003c\/strong\u003e embroidered flags list at $449.90 for the standard 3x5ft size with up to four thread colors. Other sizes, extra colors and complex crests are priced after a short design review, so you know the exact price before anything is stitched.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReady for a Flag with Real Detail?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSend us your crest or logo and we'll turn it into a stitched flag you can be proud to display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequest an Embroidery Quote →\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/flag-maker\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart Your Design →\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEmbroidered Flags: FAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between embroidered and appliqué flags?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEmbroidery stitches thread directly into the flag and suits fine lettering and detailed crests. Appliqué builds the design from sewn fabric panels and suits bold shapes. See our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/custom-applique-flag\"\u003ecustom appliqué flags\u003c\/a\u003e for that option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many colors can my embroidered flag have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe standard flag includes up to four thread colors. If your design needs more, tell us and we'll quote it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan you match my exact colors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe match the closest thread color to your reference. Embroidery thread comes in a fixed range, so a perfect match to a printed color is not always possible. We'll show you the matched thread colors in the proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill I see a proof first?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. We send a digital proof of the stitched design for your approval before production starts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs an embroidered flag good for flying outdoors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEmbroidered flags are best for ceremonial, indoor and protected display. For a flag that flies outdoors year-round, we recommend appliqué or a printed flag, and we'll tell you which fits your use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long do embroidered flags take to make?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLonger than printed flags, because your artwork is digitized and proofed before stitching. After you order, one of our flag experts contacts you to prepare the design. 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