At Steel City, we select branded beanies to ensure we avoid common knit problems like stretched logos, messy stitching, or hats that feel too thin to ever get worn. We want your branded merchandise to be perceived as really good quality. Our choices focus on stable cuffs, embroidery-first branding, and clear lead times, so you can order in volume with confidence that your logo will look crisp and the product will be used day-to-day.
- Stable cuff panel: We choose turn-up/cuffed knits with a flatter, thicker cuff so your embroidery sits on a stable surface instead of sinking into the rib texture.
- Embroidery-first finish: We’ll usually recommend embroidery because the thread moves with the knit when you pull a beanie on and off, which avoids the “stuck on” look you get from prints that can crack or look rough once the hat stretches.
- Proofed logo placement: We’ll always provide you with a proof before production, starting with your artwork approval so the stitch-out matches your logo size and placement before we proceed, and so we can flag fine lines or small text that might fill in or sit off-centre.
- Clear lead-time control: We quote lead times from proof approval because that’s the point the job can actually enter production, which gives visibility to help you pick a beanie that can be delivered on time without having to swap to a thinner option at the last minute.
- Simple adult sizing: We prioritise adult one-size beanies with stated measurements (for example, 570mm circumference) so bulk distribution stays straightforward and reduces the chance you end up with a stack of hats that feel tight, sit high, or get left in a drawer.
- GRS-backed recycled yarn: We include an option made from 100% GRS certified recycled polyester so you can back up the recycled claim with paperwork when needed, without trading compliance for a logo that looks clean.
- Wear-it-all-week warmth: We lean into heavier knits and ribbed builds because they hold heat and keep their shape after repeat wear, which matters more than novelty features if you want your branding seen outside the building.