Embroidery Broward · Davie, Florida

3D PUFF EMBROIDERY

Raised, dimensional 3D puff embroidery on caps and select apparel. Bold block designs, thick lettering, and logo elements pop off the fabric. 3–7 business days.

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What is 3d puff embroidery?

3D puff embroidery is a decoration technique that uses foam under the thread to create a raised, dimensional finish, most often on the front panel of structured caps. Embroidery Broward digitizes for foam density and stitch order in-house and finishes standard 3D puff hat orders in 3 to 5 business days.

3D puff embroidery is favored for bold block letters, monograms, and thick logo elements on Richardson trucker caps, New Era snapbacks, and structured hats. It's less common on jackets and polos because the raised finish reads best on rigid, structured surfaces.

3–5

Business days

$10–$25

Per piece

No minimum

Davie, FL

In-house production

How it works

01

Choose a structured cap style compatible with foam backing.
02

Upload your logo and confirm 3D puff placement.
03

We digitize with foam density and stitch order in-house.
04

We stitch with foam under the thread to raise the design.
05

Excess foam is trimmed and heat-set before shipping.

Who orders 3d puff embroidery

Pricing

Order size	Per-piece	Turnaround
1-5 hats	$18-$25 each	3-5 business days
6-24 hats	$15-$20 each	5-7 business days
25-100 hats	$12-$16 each	7-10 business days
100+ hats (contract)	Quote	10-14 business days

Prices include the cap plus 3D puff embroidery on the front panel. Complex or gradient designs may not translate well to 3D puff — we'll confirm before quoting. Digitizing for puff designs is $45 for a new logo ($15 repeat).

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What's included

Foam-backed 3D stitch execution
Digitizing tuned for foam density
Standard front-panel placement
Choice of Richardson, New Era, or structured caps
Digital proof before production on request
Logo stored on file for reorders

Brands & options

Richardson 112 trucker (most requested)
Richardson 168 flat-brim
New Era 9FIFTY snapback
Structured 6-panel caps
Snapbacks with rigid front panels
Case-by-case on unstructured styles

FAQ

What is 3D puff embroidery?

3D puff embroidery is a stitching technique that uses foam under the thread to create a raised, dimensional finish. It's most often used on structured caps for bold block letters and thick logo elements.

How much does 3D puff embroidery cost?

3D puff embroidery on hats costs $10 to $25 per cap, depending on design and quantity. Bulk pricing for 25 to 100 hats typically settles between $12 and $16 per hat.

What logos work best for 3D puff embroidery?

3D puff works best for bold block letters, thick numbers, and simple logo elements at least 2 mm thick. Fine lines, small text, and detailed illustrations don't translate well to foam-backed stitching.

Can you do 3D puff on jackets or polos?

3D puff is possible on jackets but rare on polos. The raised finish reads best on rigid, structured surfaces, which is why structured caps are the standard 3D puff garment.

How long does 3D puff embroidery take?

Standard 3D puff hat orders take 3 to 5 business days for under 25 hats. Bulk orders of 25 to 100 hats run 7 to 10 business days.

Is there a minimum order for 3D puff embroidery?

No. You can order a single 3D puff hat, though per-piece pricing improves at 6, 24, and 100 units. Custom digitizing is a one-time fee stored on file.