Why is there a Hard-to-Handle fee with some embroidery?
If you’ve ever ordered embroidery on jackets, bags, or other bulky apparel, you may have noticed an additional charge called a hard-to-handle fee. But why does this fee exist? The short answer: it covers the extra time, labor, and equipment adjustments required to make sure your embroidery looks perfect on difficult items.
Why Jackets (and Similar Items) Are Harder to Embroider
Unlike t-shirts or polos, jackets often have:
Thicker Materials – Heavy fabrics like canvas, nylon, or quilted linings require slower stitching speeds and stronger needles.
Bulky Construction – Zippers, pockets, and seams can interfere with embroidery placement and hooping.
Special Hoops & Backing – Some jackets require specialty hoops or stabilizers to keep the fabric steady during stitching.
All of these factors make embroidery on jackets more labor-intensive than on lighter garments.
What the Hard-to-Handle Fee Covers
Extra Setup Time – Positioning embroidery around seams or zippers takes precision.
Special Equipment – Larger or magnetic hoops, stronger needles, and heavy-duty stabilizers.
Slower Stitching Speeds – To ensure clean stitching without thread breaks or puckering.
Quality Assurance – More checkpoints to make sure the embroidery is aligned and secure.
Why It’s Worth It
While the fee adds a small cost, it ensures that your jacket embroidery looks professional, lasts longer, and won’t damage the garment. Skipping these extra steps would risk poor results or ruined apparel — and that’s never worth it.
Final Takeaway
The hard-to-handle fee isn’t just an extra charge — it reflects the additional care and craftsmanship required to embroider complex items like jackets. At [Your Business Name], we use the right tools, techniques, and attention to detail so your logo looks sharp no matter the garment.
Contact us today to learn more about embroidery pricing and how we can help bring your logo to life on jackets, polos, hats, and more.