Block embroidery font
Block is a bold sans embroidery lettering style based on the open-source Montserrat font. Keep capital letters at least 5 mm tall so the stitches stay readable. It suits names on shirts, bags and caps.
- Min. 5 mm capitals
- sans-serif
- Based on Montserrat
Stitched sample. Based on Montserrat.
Block A to Z, stitched
Every letter, number and common symbol, generated from the font and rendered as real stitches.
About Block
A heavy geometric sans with wide, even strokes. Every letter is thick enough for a satin column, so it reads clearly from across a room and stays sharp at small sizes.
Best for
- Left chest names and logos
- Cap fronts
- Tote bags and backpacks
- Uniforms and workwear
Size guide
| Capitals | Result | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| 5 mm | Readable | Small labels, cap sides |
| 8 mm | Clear | Left chest names, sleeves |
| 12 mm | Clear | Cap fronts, towels, bags |
| 20 mm | Clear | Pillows, tote bags, jacket fronts |
| 35 mm | Clear | Monograms, jacket backs |
Stitching tips
- Works in capitals or lowercase; capitals look tidier under 8 mm.
- Add a little letter spacing on knits so satin columns don't touch.
- Pairs well with a script for a name and a tagline.
Fonts that pair with Block
Use one style for the name and another for a tagline or date.
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Other embroidery fonts
SlabClassic serif · min. 7 mm · Monograms and a traditional look
TallCondensed caps · min. 6 mm · Long names on sleeves and collars
VarsityHeavy slab · min. 6 mm · Team names, numbers and sports wear
ScriptRounded script · min. 10 mm · Gifts, baby items and towels
RetroBold script · min. 10 mm · Shop names and vintage logos
ClassicElegant serif · min. 8 mm · Wedding linens and formal monograms
RoundedSoft sans · min. 5 mm · Kids' clothes, pets and playful brands
BrushBrush script · min. 10 mm · Sporty slogans and hand-made looks
FlowingFlowing script · min. 12 mm · Signatures, quotes and keepsakes
RomanRoman capitals · min. 7 mm · Crests, clubs and classic branding
SportCondensed sans · min. 5 mm · Workwear, jerseys and bold headlines
Block font questions
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What is the smallest size for the Block embroidery font?
Keep capital letters at least 5 mm (0.20 in) tall. Smaller than that, the satin stitches start to merge and the letters lose their shape.
What font is Block based on?
Montserrat, an open-source font under the SIL Open Font License. The stitches are generated from the letter shapes, so the lettering keeps the look of the font.
What is Block lettering good for?
Names on shirts, bags and caps. Left chest names and logos, Cap fronts, Tote bags and backpacks are common uses.
How do I turn Block text into an embroidery file?
Type your text in the text to embroidery tool with Block selected, pick a size and color, then send it to the digitizer to preview the stitches and download DST, PES, JEF or another format for your machine.
Do I need to install the font on my machine?
No. The letters are converted into stitches, so the file sews on any machine that reads the format, without the font installed anywhere.
Block lettering, ready for your machine
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