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Monogramming Placement

Monogramming on a Cuffs
On a shirt, the left cuff is where you would place a monogram. Fold the cuff in half and, on the side with the buttonhole, the mongram would go one inch in from the fold, and 1/2 inch from the bottom of the cuff. The size of the lettering should be about 1/4 inch.

Monogramming on a Pocket
For a ready made shirt, you will need to remove the pocket and re-sew it on after you have monogrammed. If you are sewing the shirt yourself, monogram before sewing the pocket on. Fold the pocket in half and measure 1/2 inch down from the top of the fold. Mark this point; this is where your monogram should go. If you are sewing a design or monogram on a uniform shirt, the bottom of the design or name should be 1/2 inch up from the top of the pocket.

Monogramming on a Blouse
On a Ladies' blouse, the correct placement should measure approximately 7 inches down from the shoulder seam and 3 1/2 to 4 inches to the left of the center front.

Monogramming on Towels
The monogram on a bath towel, is 2 inches plus half the monogram size above the border.

Pillow Cases
The monogram or embroidery design may be centered or placed along the edge of the pillow. I personally prefer to put the design on the edge where the hem is. If centered then only on one side. I don't like to wake up with the embroidery etched on my face.

My personal suggestions....
These are just guildlines and for casual clothes or personal items, experiment. This is handmade art. It should reflect you, the artist, and your personal tastes.

Sometimes when I make clothes for my little niece, I embroider something just for her. On the inside flap of jeans, or on the inside lining of a blouse, I put a little, I Love You...Auntie.