Premium blank apparel optimized for embroidery — René Bassett, made in Portugal
Embroidery-Ready Blanks · Flat · 3D Puff · High-Density · Portugal

Blanks Built
for Embroidery.

Most blanks are not engineered for high-density stitch work. Fabric that is too light puckers. Fleece that is too soft loses stitch definition. Our 300 GSM jersey and 480 GSM French terry are structured specifically to hold embroidery — flat logos, 3D puff, chest hits, sleeve placements, and tonal work.

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Flat & 3DEmbroidery supported on all styles
High-DensityStitch without puckering
300 & 480 GSMDense construction for stitch hold
Pre-Shrunk0–3% tolerance — stable post-wash
René Bassett heavyweight blank — embroidery-optimised fabric structure
Why Fabric Determines Embroidery Results

The Blank Is Not the Canvas. It Is the Foundation.

Embroidery performance starts before the needle touches the fabric. Fabric density determines how well stitches anchor. Loop structure determines surface stability under tension. Pre-shrunk treatment determines whether results survive the wash cycle.

A fabric that is too loose will shift under the hoop, causing misregistration on multi-colour designs. A fabric that is not pre-shrunk will pucker after the first wash, distorting the embroidery. A fabric that is too light will show backing through the face of the garment on high-stitch-count logos.

Our 300 GSM jersey and 480 GSM French terry are not accidental choices. Both are developed specifically to provide a dense, stable, pre-shrunk surface that holds stitch definition — flat or 3D — across the full range of placements a serious decoration brand requires.

Decoration Techniques

What Works on Our Fabrics

Each embroidery technique has specific requirements for fabric weight, surface texture, and construction. Here is how our blanks perform across the main decoration methods.

Technique 01
Flat Embroidery
Standard stitch work at any density. Works on both 300 GSM jersey and 480 GSM French terry. The dense fabric construction prevents the backing from showing through on high-stitch-count logos. Clean stitch definition on chest hits, sleeve placements, and back yoke.
300 GSM + 480 GSM
Technique 02
3D Puff Embroidery
Works on 480 GSM French terry for maximum definition. Also applicable on 300 GSM jersey for flat puff work. The structured weight supports the foam insert without the fabric collapsing around the design. Results are sharp-edged and consistent.
300 GSM + 480 GSM
Technique 03
High-Density Chest Logos
Large logo placements with high stitch counts demand fabric that does not pucker under tension. The pre-shrunk treatment on both weights ensures the garment does not distort after embroidery or after washing. Consistent stitch hold at full chest placement.
300 GSM + 480 GSM
Technique 04
Tonal Embroidery
Thread colour matched to garment colour. Requires consistent dye lots across reorders so tonal work reads correctly season to season. Our controlled dyeing process in Portugal ensures batch-to-batch colour consistency — critical for tonal branding programmes.
300 GSM + 480 GSM
Technique 05
Woven Labels & Relabeling
Beyond embroidery, our blanks support woven label application at neck and hem. All styles ship untagged and ready for relabeling. Custom neck labels available from 50 pieces per style and colour, as part of our private label programme.
All styles
Supplier Comparison

How We Compare on Embroidery Readiness

Not all premium European blanks are equal when it comes to embroidery performance. Below is a factual comparison based on publicly available product information from four Portugal-based suppliers.

Criteria René Bassett Supplier A Supplier B Supplier C
Embroidery available ✓ Flat + 3D puff ✓ Flat + 3D ✓ 3D + puff ✗ Not yet offered
Hoodie GSM 480 GSM 400–500 GSM 480–650 GSM Not disclosed
Tee GSM 300 GSM 250–320 GSM Not disclosed Not disclosed
Fabric construction French terry loopback (hoodies/sweats) · Jersey (tees) French terry loopback (hoodies) · Jersey (tees) Brushed fleece (hoodies) · Not disclosed (tees) French terry · Not disclosed (tees)
Pre-shrunk guarantee ✓ 0–3% stated Not stated publicly ✓ Sanforizado stated Not stated publicly
In-house Portugal production ✓ Yes ✓ Yes ✓ Yes ✓ Yes
Consistent dye lots ✓ Stated Not stated publicly Not stated publicly Not stated publicly
No MOQ on blanks ✓ Yes ✓ Yes ✓ Yes ✓ Yes

Data sourced from publicly available product pages and FAQ sections of each supplier as of June 2026. Supplier identities withheld. René Bassett does not claim exclusive embroidery capability — the comparison reflects documented technical specs only.

René Bassett 300 GSM heavyweight cotton jersey tee — embroidery ready
Jersey · 300 GSM · Tees & Long Sleeves

The 300 GSM Jersey.
Built for flat embroidery
and chest placements.

Dense cotton jersey at 300 GSM provides a flat, stable surface with enough body to anchor high-stitch-count logos without backing bleed. Pre-shrunk to 0–3% tolerance so embroidery alignment holds after washing. Ideal for chest hits, sleeve logos, tonal flat work, and large back placements.

Fabric: 100% cotton jersey, 300 GSM
Best for: Flat embroidery, puff embroidery, chest logos, tonal work
Pre-shrunk: Yes — 0–3% tolerance
MOQ: No minimum on blanks
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French Terry · 480 GSM · Hoodies, Crewnecks & Sweats

The 480 GSM French Terry.
Built for 3D puff, high-density
and tonal embroidery.

The structured weight and tight loop construction of 480 GSM French terry creates the surface stability required for 3D puff work and high-density stitch counts without distortion. The loopback interior preserves the exterior surface quality. Consistent dye lots ensure tonal embroidery reads correctly across reorders.

Fabric: 100% cotton French terry, 480 GSM
Best for: 3D puff, high-density logos, tonal work
Pre-shrunk: Yes — 0–3% tolerance
MOQ: No minimum on blanks
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René Bassett 480 GSM French terry hoodie — 3D puff embroidery and high-density stitch
FAQ

Embroidery on René Bassett Blanks

For most applications on our 300 GSM jersey and 480 GSM French terry, a tear-away or cut-away backing is still recommended practice — particularly for high-stitch-count chest logos and 3D puff work. The dense fabric construction significantly reduces the risk of puckering and backing bleed, but professional embroidery practice always includes a stabilizer appropriate to the technique and stitch count.
Yes. Both the 300 GSM jersey and 480 GSM French terry are pre-shrunk to a 0–3% tolerance. This means the garment dimensions remain stable after washing, which preserves stitch alignment and prevents puckering caused by fabric contraction around the embroidery. The dense construction also anchors thread tension more consistently than lighter blanks.
The 480 GSM French terry — used on our hoodies, crewnecks, zip hoodies, and sweatpants — is the preferred base for 3D puff work. The structured weight and tight surface construction supports the foam insert without the fabric collapsing around the design. The 300 GSM jersey can handle flat puff work but the 480 GSM is the stronger choice for defined, raised 3D results.
Yes. Tonal embroidery — where thread colour is matched to the garment colour — requires consistent dye lots across reorders. Our dyeing is controlled in-house in Portugal, and we maintain consistent batch-to-batch colour matching. This is particularly important for brands running seasonal tonal programmes where colour accuracy across multiple drops matters.
Yes. All blanks are available with no minimum order, so you can order individual pieces to test with your embroidery setup before committing to a decorated production run. The Starter Pack is the most efficient option — it includes multiple styles and weights so you can test across your full decoration range in one order.
No minimum order applies to blank, undecorated garments. Orders that include embroidery — or any other decoration such as screen printing, DTG or DTF — have a production minimum per colour and style, as each decoration run requires dedicated setup and quality control. Contact us for specific minimums based on your project.
Yes. All styles are pre-shrunk with a 0–3% shrinkage tolerance. For embroidery specifically, this means the garment will not contract significantly after the first wash, which is critical for maintaining the integrity of stitch placement and preventing puckering around the design over time.
Yes. All blanks ship untagged and ready for relabeling. Custom neck label application is available from 50 pieces per style and colour as part of our private label programme, which also includes hangtags and branded packaging. Learn about private label services.
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Test the Fabric Before Your Next Decorated Run.

Order blanks with no minimum to test embroidery performance on both the 300 GSM jersey and 480 GSM French terry. Register for a wholesale account when you are ready to scale your decorated programme.

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