Make it yours. Every Apron Stitch apron can be engraved with a name, initials, a short message or your logo, free of charge. It is the gift that gets used every day, and the easiest way to give a kitchen, bar or barbershop team a look that is unmistakably theirs.
What you can personalize
- Names and initials: a classic for chefs, pitmasters and makers.
- Short messages: a date, a nickname or a line that means something, up to about 20 characters per line.
- Business logos: for restaurants, breweries, salons, barbershops and workshops.
- Icons: knives, scissors, flames, hammers and more to match the trade.
How personalization works
- Pick your apron. Choose any engravable apron from our leather aprons collection.
- Add your text or logo. Type your text and choose a font on the product page. For a logo, upload your file or email it to [email protected] with your order number.
- Approve your proof. For logos and multi-line designs we email a free digital proof. Nothing is engraved until you approve it.
- We engrave and ship. Personalized aprons ship 2–3 business days after approval, plus the normal delivery time.
Engraving method
We laser engrave directly into the full grain leather. The laser burns a crisp, permanent, darker mark into the surface: no ink to fade, no patch to peel. As the apron develops its patina, the engraving ages with it.
Placement options
| Placement | Best for | Maximum size |
|---|---|---|
| Chest (centre of bib) | Logos and names | 4 × 3 in (10 × 7.5 cm) |
| Chest pocket | Initials and small logos | 2.5 × 1.5 in (6 × 4 cm) |
| Hip pocket | Names and short messages | 4 × 1.5 in (10 × 4 cm) |
| Strap | Initials or a date | 2 × 0.5 in (5 × 1.3 cm) |
Artwork guidelines for logos
- Best: vector files (SVG, AI, EPS or PDF).
- Also fine: PNG or JPG at 300 dpi or more, with a transparent or plain white background.
- Engraving is one tone, so colours, gradients and photos are converted into a single shade. Bold, simple shapes give the sharpest result.
- Avoid lines thinner than 0.3 mm (about 1 pt) and text smaller than 6 pt.
- Not sure your logo will work? Email it to us and we will tell you honestly before you order.
Font styles
| Style | Looks like | Works best for |
|---|---|---|
| Serif | Classic and traditional, like old shop signs | Full names and restaurant names |
| Sans serif | Clean and modern | Initials, short words and small pockets |
| Script | Handwritten and elegant | Gifts, first names and messages |
| Slab / stencil | Bold and industrial | Workshops, BBQ and garage aprons |
Very thin or ornate fonts lose detail at small sizes, so for pockets and straps we recommend sans serif or slab styles.
Engraving ideas by trade
- Pitmasters and BBQ: a nickname (“Pitmaster Joe”), the name of the smoker, or flames and a cleaver icon. Browse our leather aprons.
- Chefs and home cooks: the chef’s name over the heart, or the restaurant logo on the chest.
- Barbers and stylists: the shop logo on the bib and the barber’s name on a pocket.
- Woodworkers and makers: a maker’s mark or workshop name, the same mark you burn into your work.
- Welders and blacksmiths: initials on the strap, where they won’t be hidden by spark marks.
- Gifts: a date, coordinates, or “Made with love by…” on the hip pocket.
Why laser engraving instead of printing or embroidery?
| Method | Durability | Look on leather |
|---|---|---|
| Laser engraving (what we use) | Permanent, part of the leather | Crisp, natural, ages with the patina |
| Printing / heat transfer | Cracks and peels with heat and washing | Sits on top, looks like a sticker |
| Embroidery | Durable, but stitch holes weaken leather | Bulky and not suited to thick leather |
| Leather patch | Good, but edges can lift | Adds a second material |
Personalized gifts people actually use
A personalized leather apron is a gift with real staying power: for the backyard pitmaster, the chef who has everything, the woodworker in the garage, the new barber opening a chair, or a third wedding anniversary, which is traditionally the leather anniversary. Add a date or a private message on the strap or pocket for a detail only they will know about.
Team and business orders
Outfitting a whole team? Logo engraving is included on bulk orders, and we can mix sizes and add individual names. Visit wholesale leather aprons for volume pricing.
Good to know
- Engraving is free on all engravable aprons.
- Check spelling carefully: we engrave exactly what you type or approve.
- Personalized aprons are made to order, so they can’t be returned for a change of mind. We remake them free if there is a fault or an engraving error. See returns & refunds.
- Choose the right size before you order using our size guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is engraving really free?
Yes. Engraving a name, initials, a short message or a logo is free on all engravable Apron Stitch aprons.
Can you engrave my business logo?
Yes. Send a vector file (SVG, AI, EPS or PDF) or a 300 dpi PNG, and we email a free digital proof before engraving.
How long does a personalized apron take?
Personalized aprons ship 2–3 business days after you approve your proof, plus the normal delivery time.
Will the engraving fade?
No. Laser engraving marks the leather itself, so it is permanent and ages with the apron's patina.
Can I return a personalized apron?
Personalized aprons can't be returned for a change of mind, but we remake them free if there is a fault or an engraving mistake.