PRODUCTION & TURNAROUND

Custom Embroidery Turnaround Time

See how long custom embroidery takes, when production begins, what can affect timing, and how rush production and shipping work at PromoXwear.
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Standard Production

Most approved embroidery orders are produced in approximately 5–7 business days.

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Proof Before Production

New logos receive a sew-out or logo approval step before the order moves into production.

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Rush Options

Priority and rush production may be available depending on capacity, product availability and order size.

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Nationwide Shipping

Shipping time begins after production is complete and is separate from embroidery production time.

When Does Turnaround Time Start?

Production timing begins after your order details are complete and any required logo proof or sew-out has been approved.
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Place Your Order Choose your apparel, sizes, colors and logo placement.
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Send or Confirm Your Logo New artwork may require digitizing before embroidery can begin.
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Approve the Sew-Out Review the embroidery sample or proof and approve it for production.
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Production Begins Your approved order enters the production schedule and then ships when complete.

What Can Affect Turnaround Time?

✓ Product availability and backorders
✓ Large or multi-style orders
✓ Multiple logo placements
✓ Delays in artwork or sew-out approval
✓ Holidays and seasonal production volume
✓ Shipping method and destination
Need your order by a specific date? Contact us before ordering so we can review product availability, production capacity and shipping time.

Production vs. Shipping Time

Turnaround time refers to the time needed to prepare and decorate your order. Carrier transit time is added after production is complete.

✓ Standard embroidery production: approximately 5–7 business days after approval
✓ New logo orders may require extra time for digitizing and sew-out approval
✓ Rush production is subject to availability
✓ Shipping time varies by carrier, service level and destination

Turnaround Time FAQ

Quick answers about production timing for custom embroidered apparel.
How long does custom embroidery take?

Most approved embroidery orders are produced in approximately 5–7 business days. Larger orders, complex artwork, product availability and seasonal volume can affect timing.

When does the production clock begin?

Production begins after the order is complete and any required logo digitizing, sew-out or artwork approval has been completed.

Do you offer rush embroidery?

Rush and priority production may be available depending on current capacity, product availability, order size and your required date. Contact us before ordering if you have a firm deadline.

Does shipping time count as production time?

No. Carrier transit time is separate and begins after your completed order leaves production.

Can a large order take longer?

Yes. Large quantities, multiple apparel styles, several decoration locations or complex artwork may require additional production time.

Have a Deadline for Your Custom Apparel?

Tell us what you need and when you need it. We can review product availability, production timing and shipping options before you place the order.