Personalize Your Boxing Gloves – Using Embroidery

Have you ever seen a chef who uses a single knife that has his name on it and no one else is supposed to touch it? Or a business-man writing with a pen that has his name engraved on it. People personalize their items to make them stand out. If they can do it, why can’t you?

Embroidery is an ancient craft that involves decoration through the thread on different materials like fabric, leather etc. by using a needle.

The origin of embroidery has been known to occur all over the world. Several early findings have dated back to the 3rd century BC during the Warring States period in China. According to ancient Greek mythology, the art of embroidery was passed down by the goddess Athena.

Embroidery has been a prominent art of the Medieval Islamic world. It was so popular that it was considered to be a sign of elevated social status in Muslim societies. Different patterns of embroideries were seen on flags, uniforms, handkerchiefs, calligraphy, tunics, robes, shawls, shoes, pouches, sheaths, covers, even on horse trappings, slippers, and leather belts.

It was not until the Industrial Revolution that an embroidery machine was developed for the purpose of mass production of embroidery in 1832.

There are several patterns, and stitches of embroidery that use materials like thread, yarn, gold and silver thread etc. the embroidery done by hand are far more expensive, intricate and valuable than that done by a machine.

Today many computerized embroidery machines can work on various types of stitched within seconds and with precision. The embroidery machine uses patterns that are digitalized with software. It is a more accessible way of getting fast results and many companies today use such mechanisms to add monograms and logos to a wide range of products like shirts, jackets, team apparels and household draperies and linens.

These machines have created a new fashion and demand for embroidery. It is a way of personalizing  things. And for this reason, people today are using an embroidery machine to create personalized patterns on their items.

Other than the conventional item on which you can do embroidery, people have come up with different material and unique products like shoes and other leather items. Although embroidery on boots and leather products like bags and belts was famous in the past, fashion has resurfaced again.

Just as people like to add a tattoo on their arm or wrist as a way of expression, similarly by using personalized things with a specific embroidery also gives them a sense of personalization and self-expression. For some, it is like branding themselves by choosing a particular design or a logo that will be visible on their every personal item like belts, shoes, wallets etc.

Embroidery is like an embellishment and a personal mark on an object that simply says “hey! Hands off! Its mine!”

Ever wondered why your favourite boxer always uses the same boxing gloves? Or calls a specific pair of gloves his lucky charm? This is because they have a specialized attachment to that pair. They care for that pair, and it is their most prized possession. If you are among these people and want to make your pair of boxing gloves special then what is better to customize them by adding an embroidery design on them, you can add whatever you want. It can be the initial of your names, the date your first purchased a pair of boxing gloves or the day you won your first match.

Several places can create embroidery on your boxing gloves for you. There are individual machines that will do the job for you without damaging the quality of your gloves. With the computerized system, you can choose from a variety of patterns, designs and colour of threads that will go on your gloves. Some shops even offer to customize designs, especially for you like your own personal logo. You can also get a copyright for it if you want so that no one can copy your design.

Through embroidery on the gloves, you are not only following a fashion, but you can choose something that is a constant reminder of your hard work and success. It can be a homage to how far you have come in life since the day you first started. It can be your logo or pattern, your creation and a part of your identity right there on the back of your best boxing gloves!