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How do I tell the difference between hand embroidery and machine embroidery on wholesale garments?

Distinguishing hand from machine embroidery is important for accurate product description and pricing. Here is how to identify each:

FeatureHand EmbroideryMachine Embroidery
Back of fabricShows visible stitches, sometimes uneven; thread tails visibleVery clean back — lock stitches, no tails
Pattern consistencySlight natural variations between repeatsPerfectly identical repeat patterns
Thread tensionSlightly variable — human hand variationPerfectly consistent throughout
Production speedVery slow — hours per pieceVery fast — minutes per piece
Price₹200–₹2,000+ per piece added cost₹40–₹200 per piece added cost
GI/certificationGI tag possible for traditional craftsNo GI certification
💡 Check the reverse of any garment you are considering buying as "hand embroidery." Clean machine stitching on the back = machine made. Never market machine embroidery as handmade.
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