Embroidery
EMB-1002
3D Embroidery
3D embroidery places foam or padding beneath the stitches, so the design stands off the fabric with a raised, three-dimensional profile.
VISUAL EFFECTS
Raised, padded embroidery with a defined three-dimensional profile
HAND-FEEL
Firm, raised, sculpted; noticeably thicker than flat embroidery
BENEFITS
Raised elements add depth and texture to logos and lettering, which makes them stand out on the garment.
LIMITATIONS
Not every embroidery machine can run 3D embroidery. Intricate designs need careful foam placement, and the foam is chosen to hold its shape on the production fabric.
PROCESS
[01] Design Creation
Prepare the design and identify the elements to be raised.
[02] Digitising
Convert the design into an embroidery file and mark the areas where foam or padding goes.
[03] Hooping
Secure the fabric in an embroidery hoop so it stays taut and stable.
[04] Foam Placement
Cut foam or padding to the raised elements and fix it on the hooped fabric, aligned to the design.
[05] Thread Selection
Choose thread colours, and a thread thickness suited to the raised elements.
TO CONSIDER
Design Complexity
The complexity of the design affects how well 3D embroidery works. Intricate designs need careful planning of foam placement.
Material Selection
Choose foam or padding that is compatible with the fabric and keeps its shape during embroidery.
Testing on Scrap Material
Test on scrap fabric before embroidering the final product, to confirm the design, materials and settings give the 3D effect required.