Embroidery Business Profits | Real Example of ROI – Challenger Jacket
Starting an Embroidery Business with High ROI Potential
One of the most attractive aspects of launching an embroidery business is the incredible return on investment (ROI) even with small custom orders. In a recent real-world scenario, a 12-piece order for embroidered jackets showcased just how profitable this venture can be. Using the popular Challenger Jacket from SanMar.com, a left-chest logo was applied to each item using the Avancé 1501C Commercial Embroidery Machine—demonstrating an impressive earning potential of over $65 per hour.
This example not only highlights the earning capacity of small-batch embroidery orders but also showcases how upgrading your equipment can exponentially increase your profits.
The Challenger Jacket Job Breakdown
In this demonstration, the embroidery business owner:
Priced the jackets at SanMar, selecting the Challenger Jacket, a go-to favorite in the apparel industry.
Found the real-world retail value of the finished product online.
Calculated the costs and profits of producing 12 jackets with custom logos.
Executed the embroidery using the Avancé 1501C to show production in action.
By the end of this small order, the profits clearly demonstrated how lucrative custom embroidery can be—even with a modest number of units.
Multiply Your Profits with Multi-Head Machines
A key takeaway from this example is the opportunity to scale your embroidery business with the right equipment. While the Avancé 1501C is a one-head embroidery machine, moving to a 4-head or 6-head model can boost your hourly income by 4X to 6X. That means a $65/hour job can quickly become a $260–$390/hour operation just by investing in more production power.
This scalability makes commercial embroidery one of the most flexible and rewarding industries for new entrepreneurs.
Why the Avancé 1501C is Ideal for Embroidery Startups
If you’re just starting your embroidery business, the Avancé 1501C is packed with features that support your growth:
Compact Size: Easily fits in a small space, even a back room or closet, making it ideal for home-based businesses.
Large Embroidery Field: Accommodates bigger designs such as patches and full jacket backs, expanding your product offerings.
Free Training & Support: Every machine comes with full training and lifetime support—perfect for beginners.
100% Trade-Up Guarantee: When you’re ready to grow, trade in your Avancé 1501C at full value toward a 1504 or 1506C machine.
2 Million Stitch Memory: Store all your design files directly on the machine—no extra software or storage needed.
These features make the Avancé 1501C not just an embroidery machine, but a launchpad for your business success.
The Bottom Line: Embroidery Business is a Profitable Venture
From pricing and production to scaling and support, this example makes one thing clear: a well-run embroidery business can be extremely profitable—even with small orders. With the right equipment like the Avancé 1501C and a bit of hustle, you can earn high hourly rates and build a business that grows with your ambition.
Whether you’re adding embroidery to an existing custom apparel shop or starting from scratch, the opportunities are real—and they’re stitched with profit.
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