Free tool
Embroidery Stitch Count Calculator
Estimate the stitch count for your patch design. Stitch count affects production time and pricing. Enter your patch dimensions and coverage below.
Patch dimensions
Estimated results
422
stitches
Patch size
75 × 75mm
Coverage
75%
Complexity
medium
Estimated production time
1 min per patch
What this means
Higher stitch counts mean more production time and higher cost. Simple designs with low coverage are most economical. Complex designs with full coverage cost more but look premium.
How stitch count affects price
Stitch count is one of the main factors in patch pricing. More stitches mean more machine time and thread usage. However, quantity also matters — ordering 100 patches spreads the setup cost across more units, making each patch cheaper.
For the best value, aim for 50–75% coverage with medium complexity. This gives you a solid, professional-looking patch without excessive stitch count.
Tips to reduce stitch count
- •Use outline stitching instead of full fill where possible
- •Simplify fine details and small text
- •Reduce the number of colours (each colour adds setup time)
- •Consider printed patches for photographic or gradient designs