Kim's Kustom Embroidery & Sportswear

Since 1978, Kim's Kustom has offered the best in custom varsity/letterman jackets, car club jackets, motorcycle club colors, corporate casual apparel, and so much more. Our designing and digitizing is all done in-house, and we are constantly looking for ways to update and improve our process. We offer many different services, including:

Chain Stitch Embroidery - This technique is done completely

freehand with just a chalked pattern on the garment and artwork to look at to guide us. This technique has a boldface swirling type of stitch that is both bold and durable. A favorite with car clubs and varsity jackets. There are only a few of us left in the embroidery business that do such work. Kim Vanaman, founder of Kim’s Kustom, is a National Award winner in the Chain/Chenille category. Satin Stitch Embroidery - This technique is also known as Computer Stitch and Monogramming. It’s the type you see on many garments today. The quality of the design depends on the person digitizing. They really should understand how the thread passed through the material being embroidered. Some adjustments should be made when embroidering different types of fabrics. We have the experience and know-how to make the adjustments needed for each order. Chenille Embroidery - This technique is also called Raised Loop Embroidery. It has the look and feel of short carpet - at least ours does. Ours is done with the same equipment and technique used in our classic-style freehand chain stitch. Computerized chenille has a more flat loop due to the equipment not being able to use the thicker yarn used with the older freehand chenille machines. We incorporate both satin stitch, for the fine detail, and freehand chain/chenille stitch to give it a better 3D effect than you would get by using computerized chenille. And yes, we do have a variety of garments for sale to meet your embroidery needs. Everything from varsity jackets (up to size 6x and extra long!), to caps, polos, various jackets, twill shirts, bags.... You name it, and we can get it! Feel free to stop by our showroom, or contact us with any questions!