Not every gift needs to be big. A knit beanie with a name stitched on the cuff costs less than dinner out, fits everyone, and gets worn all winter. It's the gift we recommend for stockings, teachers, teenagers, and anyone who already owns too many sweatshirts.
Why beanies take embroidery so well
The folded cuff of a beanie is a flat, double-layer panel, which is ideal for thread. Names stay crisp, the stitching doesn't stretch out of shape, and the back of the embroidery is hidden inside the fold so nothing scratches the forehead.
Script or block letters?
Script in a lowercase name (emma, noah) is soft and gift-like. Block capitals read sporty. On our embroidered beanie we use a clean script by default; for a bolder look choose the 3D puff embroidered cap, where raised foam under the thread makes letters stand off the fabric.
Color pairings that work
- Heather grey + navy thread: the all-rounder
- Black + white thread: highest contrast
- Baby pink + maroon thread: for little ones
- Brown + white thread: warm, earthy
Who to buy it for
Kids who lose hats (a name helps it come home), couples (two beanies, two names, one order saves 15%), grandparents, and anyone with a nickname worth stitching.
Care
Hand wash cold, reshape, lay flat to dry. The embroidery will outlast the hat.
Beanies and caps live in our hats and beanies collection. One size fits most adults and teens; ships from the USA in 7 to 10 business days.