Guide
Custom Hat Turnaround Times
Here are realistic timelines for custom embroidered hats, from proof to delivery, and how quantity changes them.
- You approve a proof first, then we produce
- Roughly 5–14 business days by quantity
- Larger runs take a little longer
- Local pickup and delivery available
- The clock starts after proof approval
The proof step
Before production, we digitize your logo and send a proof showing thread colors and placement. Nothing is stitched until you approve it — so the production clock starts at approval, not at order.
Production timeline by quantity
Smaller orders move faster: around 5–8 business days at 12–24 hats, 7–10 at 48, and 10–14 around 100. Very large runs (250+) get a custom timeline. These are after proof approval.
Planning for a deadline
Working toward an event or launch? Tell us the date when you request your quote and approve the proof promptly — that is the lever that most affects whether you hit a tight deadline. Local pickup and delivery in Worcester County can save shipping days.
FAQ
Common questions
- How fast can you turn hats around?
- Most orders are 5–14 business days after proof approval, depending on quantity. Smaller orders are faster.
- Does quantity change the timeline?
- Yes — roughly 5–8 days at 12–24, 7–10 at 48, 10–14 at 100, and a custom timeline at 250+.
- When does the timeline start?
- After you approve the proof. Approving promptly is the best way to keep things on schedule.
- Do you offer local pickup?
- Yes — local pickup and delivery across Worcester County can save shipping time.
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