Alpha Apparel Co

Customizations

Every way to make it yours.

These are the decoration and finishing methods we offer across the catalogue. Mix as many as you like on a single piece. If you have a technique in mind that isn't here, ask us.

Don't see what you're looking for? We can create brand-new styles, products, colors, and decorations as needed. Let us know what you're looking for.

All methods

22 methods
Embroidery

Embroidery

Chest, sleeve, back yoke

Flat, 3D puff, or appliqué embroidery.

Screenprint

Screenprint

Front, back, sleeve, pocket

Plastisol or water-based ink, opaque or soft-hand finishes.

Puff Print

Puff Print

Front, back, sleeve

Raised, dimensional screenprint. Ink expands when cured for a soft 3D effect.

Woven Labels

Woven Labels

Neck, hem, side seam

Custom woven brand labels. Straight cut, end-fold, or center-fold.

Color Blocking

Color Blocking

Body, sleeve, hood

Multi-panel construction in contrasting colors. Cut and sewn from multiple fabric pieces.

Chenille

Chenille

Chest, back, sleeve

Soft, raised chenille letterforms or shapes sewn onto the garment. The varsity-letter classic.

Distressed Appliqué Patch

Distressed Appliqué Patch

Chest, back, sleeve

Appliquéd patch with frayed, washed, or vintage-distressed edges for a worn-in look.

Hood Lining

Hood Lining

Hood interior

Contrast-color or printed fabric lining inside the hood.

Printed Stripes

Printed Stripes

Body, sleeve, hem

Custom stripe patterns printed into the fabric. Any width, color, and spacing.

Fabric Stripes

Fabric Stripes

Side seam, panel, binding

Contrast stripe panels and trim sewn into the garment. Cut-and-sewn side stripes and binding.

Metal Studs

Metal Studs

Chest, sleeve, back

Metal studs applied to the surface in custom patterns.

Rhinestone

Rhinestone

Chest, back, sleeve

Heat-pressed or hand-applied rhinestones for high-shine decoration.

Contrast Stitch

Contrast Stitch

Neckline, armhole, hem, seams

Decorative contrast stitching along edges and seams.

Scalloping

Scalloping

Neckline, armhole, hem

Scalloped or picot edge trim. Decorative looped edging finished along necklines, armholes, and hems in contrast or tonal thread.

Hood Stitch

Hood Stitch

Hood edge, seam

Contrast whipstitch run along the hood opening and edges. Pick the thread color for a bold or tonal trim.

Lace Lining

Lace Lining

Neckline, armhole, hem

Delicate lace trim sewn along necklines, armholes, and hems. Contrast or tonal.

Rhinestone Lining

Rhinestone Lining

Neckline, armhole, edge

A line of rhinestones set along necklines, armholes, and edges for a high-shine trim.

Fabric Swaps

Fabric Swaps

Brim, crown, back panel

Substitute individual panel fabrics. Change the brim material, crown, or back panel independently.

All Over Print

All Over Print

Full surface

Edge-to-edge print across the full garment surface. No hand, no color limit.

Glossy Print

Glossy Print

Front, back, sleeve

High-shine ink print with a smooth, reflective finish.

Sequins

Sequins

Chest, back, sleeve

Sewn or pressed sequins for high-shine, reflective decoration.

Fabric Appliqué

Fabric Appliqué

Chest, back, sleeve

Custom fabric shapes layered and stitched on. Mix materials and textures.

Want a technique that isn't listed?

We develop new decoration and trim methods to spec. Tell us what you are picturing and we will work out how to make it.

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