How to Care for Embroidered Apparel – Tips for Cypress Bulk Orders
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When your business, school, or team in Cypress invests in bulk embroidered apparel, it’s important to protect that investment. Whether it’s polos, hats, jackets, or bags, proper care helps keep your stitching clean, sharp, and professional for the long haul.
Here are our expert tips on how to wash, store, and maintain your gear after it leaves our shop.
1. Wash Cold & Gentle
The best way to maintain embroidery quality? Be gentle.
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Wash in cold water to reduce color fading
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Use a gentle cycle to avoid fabric stretching or pulling
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Turn garments inside out to protect stitching from friction
This matters especially in hot Texas climates, where heavy detergent and high heat can quickly break down fabric and thread.
2. Avoid Bleach & Harsh Chemicals
Bleach and heavy stain removers may strip color or damage thread tension.
Instead:
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Use mild detergent
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Spot clean with diluted soap or baking soda
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Skip fabric softener, which can coat the thread
If you're managing a crew or youth group, remind wearers to treat embroidered items like team gear—not just any t-shirt.
3. Dry Low or Air Dry
High dryer heat can shrink garments and warp embroidery. We recommend:
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Tumble drying on low
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Air drying when possible (especially hats or jackets)
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Avoid over-drying or using high heat settings
This is especially critical for gear like performance polos, scrubs, or fleece-lined jackets.
4. Iron With Care
If you need to iron:
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Turn the garment inside out
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Place a thin cloth or towel over embroidery
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Use low to medium heat only
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Avoid steam directly on thread
Never place a hot iron directly on the embroidered area—it can flatten or even melt polyester threads.
5. Store Smart
Storage matters, especially for off-season items or backup stock:
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Fold neatly or hang on hangers
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Store in cool, dry spaces
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Avoid extreme heat, sunlight, or moisture
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Don’t pack tight (it crushes thread shape)
For businesses in Cypress master-planned communities or with distributed crews, proper storage helps protect bulk orders between rotations or reassignments.
Bonus Tip: Add Care Instructions for Your Team
If you’re handing out shirts to staff or selling them to fans or volunteers, we can include custom care cards or label instructions so your recipients know how to take care of them.
This helps reduce shrinkage, fading, and early replacements—saving you money and hassle in the long run.
We Embroider It Right—So You Can Keep It Looking Right
When you order from us, you’re not just getting high-quality embroidery—you’re getting apparel that’s designed to last. We match stitch type, thread color, and garment quality to your usage needs—and we stand behind the work.
🚀 Ready to Embroider Gear That Lasts?
Need help with your next bulk embroidery order in Cypress? We’ll make it easy from start to finish—and help you make sure it lasts well beyond the first wear.
📧 Email: sales@houstonscreenprintingandembroidery.com
🌐 Website: www.houstonscreenprintingandembroidery.com