Gildan Embroidered Hoodies & Fleece Pullovers

The Gildan Heavy Blend™ series, including the popular 18500 hoodie, is engineered with a 50/50 cotton and polyester blend that provides a stable and dense surface for embroidery needles. The use of air-jet spun yarn creates a smoother finish and significantly reduces pilling. This is crucial for embroidered designs, as it prevents the fabric from fuzzing around the stitching, ensuring your logo or artwork remains crisp and professional-looking even after multiple washes. The substantial weight of the fleece also supports the tension of high-stitch-count designs without puckering.

Yes, our collection includes a variety of Gildan styles suitable for different needs. You can find the classic 18500 Heavy Blend fleece pullover, which is a staple for promotional fleece and casual uniforms. For those requiring easier removal or a different aesthetic, the 18600 full-zip hooded sweatshirt offers a robust YKK zipper and the same embroidery-friendly fabric. We also stock youth-specific versions like the 18500B, ensuring that schools and youth sports clubs can maintain a consistent look across all age groups. All these options are available in a wide range of colours to suit your branding.

Absolutely. At Wordans, we understand that businesses and organisations often need a diverse range of sizes and colours to accommodate their members. You can select various sizes from youth to adult and choose from multiple colour options within the same order. This flexibility is particularly beneficial for clothing brands and event managers who need to cater to a broad audience. Whether you are ordering black hoodies for staff or a mix of vibrant colours for a promotional event, our system allows for easy bulk customisation.

To maintain the quality of both the Gildan fleece and the embroidery, it is recommended to wash the garments inside out in cold or lukewarm water. This protects the embroidery threads from friction against other clothes. Using a mild detergent and avoiding bleach will help preserve the colour of the fleece and the vibrancy of the thread. While Gildan Heavy Blend is preshrunk, air-drying is often preferred for embroidered items to prevent any potential shrinkage that could cause the embroidery to pull or pucker. If using a dryer, a low-heat setting is best for longevity.